Spring Valley wins Minor League softball state title

The Spring Valley Minor League softball team beat Evergreen Park 5-1 on Thursday to win the state championship.
Roll call of Bureau County kids heading to college

Princeton has the largest class of area schools going off to play collegiately with nine athletes in five different sports.
Hands of Hope to serve lunch in the park Friday, July 28 in Princeton

Hands of Hope will serve lunch in the park from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, July 28 at Soldiers and Sailors Park, 14 Park Ave. E. in Princeton. Gamma Phi will also be providing a
Bureau Valley eyes Lincoln Trail Conference

The Bureau Valley school board approved the administration’s request to apply for application to the Lincoln Trail Conference and to accept membership if approved at Wednesday’s board meeting.
U of I Extension offers online Master Gardener training options

Attendees can learn about plant diseases, entomology, soils and fertilizers, pest management and organic gardening. The training includes a manual, reading materials, videos and quizzes. An internet connection is recommended. Registration is required.
Princeton Rotary to host PHS Scholarship Fundraiser during July 28 street concert

The Princeton Rotary Club will host a grilled shrimp fundraiser benefiting the Princeton High School Scholarship Fund during the street concert beginning at 6 p.m. Friday, July 28, on Princeton’s Main Street.
La Salle County police reports: July 27, 2023

Here are the La Salle County police reports for Thursday, July 27, 2023.
Softball: Spring Valley ‘not done yet’

Spring Valley will face Evergreen Park at 8 p.m. Thursday at St. Mary’s Park for the state championship.
Methodists to battle for Church League crown

With the win, UMC advances to Thursday’s championship game at 6:30 pm against Malden Methodist. UMC would have to beat undefeatd Malden twice to take the title.
Girls basketball: Illinois Valley Warriors win 16 U National championship
Keighley Davis of Princeton, Addison Pertell of Amboy and Macy Gochanour of Fieldcrest suited up for the Warriors