Sterling High, Challand Middle schools release first-semester honor rolls
Sterling High School and Challand Middle School recently announced honor rolls for the first semester of the 2025-26 school year. The high honor roll is all As and the honor roll is As and Bs.
Rochelle’s Roman Villalobos commits to Division III power North Central: ‘It felt like the right choice’
Rochelle senior Roman Villalobos, an IHSFCA All-State running back with over 2,800 career rushing yards, has committed to play football at North Central College. “I’ve wanted to go to North Central since I was a little kid.”
Rock Falls native Jakob Junis signs with Texas Rangers
Rock Falls native Jakob Junis recently signed with the Texas Rangers. The 33-year-old spent last year as a relief pitcher with the Cleveland Guardians.
Rock Falls native Jakob Junis signs with Texas Rangers
Rock Falls native Jakob Junis recently signed with the Texas Rangers. The 33-year-old spent last year as a relief pitcher with the Cleveland Guardians.
Sterling girls bowling beats E-P: Monday’s Sauk Valley Roundup
Sterling girls bowling beat Erie-Prophetstown, Oregon boys basketball beat Amboy and more in Monday’s Sauk Valley roundup.
Sterling girls bowling beats E-P: Monday’s Sauk Valley Roundup
Sterling girls bowling beat Erie-Prophetstown, Oregon boys basketball beat Amboy and more in Monday’s Sauk Valley roundup.
Photos: Dixon takes down Genoa-Kingston
The Dixon Duchesses beat G-K 51-23 Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026, in Dixon.
Gelande achieves fall 2025 dean’s list at Carthage College
Carthage College recognizes Payton Gelande from Port Byron for academic achievement and being named to the fall 2025 dean’s list.
Performing Arts Guild of Mt. Morris to host annual meeting March 5
The Performing Arts Guild will hold its annual meeting at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 5, at the Allure of Pinecrest Grove Community Center.
Sauk Valley Athlete of the Week: Dixon’s Jack Ragan
Dixon wrestler Jack Ragan is the Sauk Valley Athlete of the Week, presented by Loescher Heating and Air Conditioning. He eclipsed 100 career wins this season and hopes to place at state.