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The TALK-LINE interview for April 7 featured Sauk Valley Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Dallas Knack discussing upcoming chamber events including a Keystone Young Business speed networking seminar April 16, a Professional Women’s Networking gathering April 30, the 59th annual Sauk Valley Chamber golf outing June 13 and upcoming scholarship presentations in May.

The TALK-LINE interview for April 4 featured Dixon Park District Executive Director Duane Long discussing the progress in Page Park on the “Project Rock” walking bridge construction and where it currently. Other topics discussed: the upcoming Easter Egg Hunt on April 12, the opening of the Farmer’s Market at Haymarket Square in May, some events on the park district calendar and the new Director at...

The TALK-LINE interview for April 3 featured Financial Assistance Director at Sauk Valley Community College, Jenn Schultz, discussing the 2025/2026 FAFSA Federal Aid program and the SVCC FAFSA walk-in completion workshop on April 24 from 2 p.m. - 6 p.m., registration for summer and fall classes on-line and in-person this month, job opportunities available, SVCC commencement on May 9 and IMPACT reg...

The TALK-LINE interview for April 2 featured the Managing Editor of the Dixon Telegraph/Sterling Gazette, Charlene Bielema and reporter Brandon Clark from Shaw Local News discussing the recent consolidated election results, news from Sterling schools on their new superintendent, a local church anniversary and court cases.

Dixon Family YMCA Chief Operating Officer Andy McFarlane with an update on the new Lovett Child Care Center in south Dixon, a contribution made from a local financial institution to help the facility and the progress in opening more areas plus a look at this year’s “Strong Kids Campaign” with the goal of $85,000 and a shout-out for the need of lifeguards at the Dixon Aquatics area this year.

The TALK-LINE interview for March 31 featured Dixon Chamber of Commerce/Dixon Main Street Director of Community Relations and Events Jennifer Lang discussing upcoming events including the “Best Of Dixon” gala April 4, Dixon “Founders Day” presentation April 11, a Lunch and Learn April 16, a “Ladies Night Out” shopping event May 1 and the Rock River Madness Cycling run May 3.

The TALK-LINE interview for March 21 featured the Marketing Manager of Sinnissippi Centers of Dixon, Andy Jackson, discussing the upcoming “Gathering For Good” fundraising event in May, the annual golf open in August, a blood drive in April and the delayed opening of the new Byron facility plus a look at “Self Harm Awareness Month” this month.

The TALK-LINE interview for March 20 featured Lee County Farm Bureau and Lee County “Ag In The Classroom” representative Katie Pratt. She discusses National Ag Week and agriculture’s impact locally, regionally and nationally. The theme this year is “Together We Grow” looking at the way all of us are affected by agriculture in some form plus an emphasis on agriculture classes being offered to educa...

The TALK-LINE interview for March 19 featured Shaw Local News representatives Charlene Bielema and Brandon Clark covering stories in our area featuring the rental housing situation that the city of Sterling is facing and how the city council is dealing with it. They also covered the purchase of fire department equipment in Sterling, 2025 consolidated election forums held in Dixon and Sterling and...

The TALK-LINE interview for March 19 features Lee County Sheriff Clay Whelan discussing the weather situation involving grass fires in the county, the spring planting season and the farm implements back into the fields and using caution when approaching this equipment on the roads. Whelan also takes a look at some state legislation concerning law enforcement procedures opposed by the sheriff and t...

The TALK-LINE interview for Tuesday March 18, 2025 featured Dixon Mayor Glen Hughes discussing the 2025-2026 Dixon City Budget which has been placed on file. Also discussed: news concerning water main repair issues, street work In a portion of the city, work on the Rock River pedestrian bridge and a candidates forum for the upcoming consolidated elections in April.

The TALK-LINE interview for March 17 featured Lee County Extension 4-H Youth Program Coordinator Katie Baker discussing upcoming activities taking place on the 4-H calendar including: “Project Pool” at the Lee County Fairgrounds April 5, deadlines for those wanting to show animals at the fair in July regarding quality care, a junior gardening program from April through July and the need for Lee Co...

The TALK-LINE interview for March 14 featured Illinois 74th District State Representative Brad Fritts discussing the time table of general assembly work underway plus comments concerning Governor Pritzker’s budget address, work in various committees, map re-districting and local issues addressed at the statehouse level.

The TALK-LINE interview for March 13 featured the Executive Director of Visit Northwest Illinois, Matthew Lenox, discussing the new 2025 Expedition Guide featuring travel information for our area like hotels, motels, campgrounds. state parks and more along with a plea to save the Taft Learning Center at Louden State Park, recently closed by Northern Illinois University.

The TALK-LINE interview for March 12 featured Shaw Local News Network representatives Charlene Bielema and Brandon Clark discussing the upcoming consolidated elections April 1, a salute to teachers in the area, a featuring business in the downtown Dixon area and St. Patrick’s Day celebrations.

Dixon High School Spring Musical Director Ashley Almquist previews the Dixon High School Spring musical “Grease” at the Wiltz Auditorium Friday and Saturday March 14 and 15 at 7 p.m. and Sunday March 16 at 2 p.m. Cast and crew, preparation for the performances and ticket prices.

The TALK-LINE interview for March 11 featured the Administrative Manager of Kreider Services of Dixon, Sue Ely, discussing the recently finished “Holiday Appeal” fundraiser which ended in February and its success for Kreider. She also discusses Kreider Alliance scholarship opportunities for students entering the health field and its deadline March 15, a Florissa Center seminar in Rochelle March 18...

The TALK-LINE interview for March 10 featured Lisa Wiggins, Registered Nurse and Director of Maternal/Child Services with the Lee County Health Department. Wiggins discusses the problems with lead in residences and businesses that may affect health in youth and others and the health department’s services offered plus a look at the Women, Infant, Children area and the opportunities for new families...

The TALK-LINE interview for March 6 featured Sauk Valley Community College Marketing Manager Jim Grot discussing upcoming events on the SVCC calendar including a baseball/softball umpiring course Saturday March 8 at the college free of charge, a need for “College For Kids” instructors to sign up for the June event, motor-coach trips to see Moulin Rouge in Chicago April 3 and a Galena Wine Tasting...

The TALK-LINE for March 5 featured Shaw Local News Network reporter Brandon Clark covering a story out of Sterling concerning untreated rental homes and how the city council is trying to work to please those in need of help with their units and the landlords that are complying with upkeep.

The TALK-LINE interview for March 5 is with Chief Executive Officer at the Dixon Family YMCA, Andy McFarlane along with Fitness Director Katie Matteson discussing the upcoming “Shamrock Shuffle” Fun Run and 5K Saturday March 15 with registration for the event continuing up until the 15th along with youth soccer registration information and Lovett Child Care Center news.

The TALK-LINE interview for March 4 featured Dixon Park District Executive Director Duane Long discussing park infrastructure for March, the start of the Project Rock construction of the walking bridge across the Rock River and its effects on park property, the Lowell Park Edwards Nature Center new director and events coming up through the park district.

The TALK-LINE interview for March 3 featured Dixon Chamber of Commerce and Dixon Main Street Marketing Director Lucas Pauley discussing upcoming events on the calendar including a March “Business After Business” networking event, a candidates forum for the upcoming April consolidated election, a career fair at Dixon High School and the “Best Of Dixon” event in April.

The TALK-LINE interview for February 28 featured Dixon Police Department Sergeant Ryan Bivins talking about the return of the Honor Guard division of Dixon Police which will participate in events such as parades and special activities. We also spoke with Dixon Police Sergeant Arron Simonton discussing the training involved in the “Active Shooter Response” area of law enforcement which also include...

The TALK-LINE interview for February 27 featured the Marketing Manager at Sinnissippi Centers of Dixon, Andy Jackson, along with Stevie Renee Carney, S-U-P-R Recovery Support Specialist who discussed her area concerning Substance Use Prevention and Recovery with her team working in area. Andy discussed a new fundraiser for Sinnissippi taking place in May called “Gathering For Good” at the Dixon El...