Dixon, Illinois, located in Lee County, is the birthplace of former President Ronald Reagan. Incorporated in 1828, the city was named after mastodon bones discovered in the area, with "Dixon" being an anglicized form of "dickson," a common surname for paleontologists at the time. The city played a significant role during the Black Hawk War, serving as the site of Fort Dixon. A notable landmark is the John Deere Historic Site, where the company's self-scouring plow was first manufactured.
Dollar General takes the top spot among Dollar Stores and Deep Discount Stores in Dixon, Illinois with 2 locations as of April 12, 2024. Dollar Tree is in second place with 2 locations.