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News, articles, photos and information about Dixon, Illinois, from Sauk Valley News and Shaw Local

Farmer steers monster truck through tough times

For Brad Shippert, driving his monster truck Against the Grain is not as smooth a ride as many might think.

By Jeannine Otto●

A Year in the Life of a Farmer: Snow, rain improving moisture levels as farmers prepare for plant

Snowfall and rain showers during the past month have improved the soil moisture conditions for Rahn family farm in northern Illinois.

By Martha Blum●

Dixon resident awarded Lee County Farm Bureau Distinguished Service Award

Jim Schielein of Dixon was awarded the Lee County Farm Bureau Distinguished Service Award.

Bonnell Industries in Dixon acquires assets of Streator snow plow company Flink

Truck and road equipment supplier Bonnell Industries of Dixon announced it is acquiring the assets of a competitor, Flink Co. of Streator. “Really, I think the products are all similar with both companies,” said Bill Hintzsche, chief operating officer of Bonnell.