Illinois Valley food pantries report surge in first-time demand

If you have any cash to spare, consider making a donation to one of the food pantries. Some report a surge in new clients who’ve never sought food assistance before.
Best BBQ sauces

BBQ sauce comes in a variety of flavors and styles, each with its own regional or cultural influence. Here are some common flavors and styles of BBQ sauce: Kansas City BBQ Sauce: Known for its sweet and
BCR Week 8 Preview capsules

A look at Week 8 Previews for Amboy-LaMoille-Ohio, Bureau Valley, Hall, Princeton and St. Bede
BCR Week 8 Preview capsules

A look at Week 8 Previews for Amboy-LaMoille-Ohio, Bureau Valley, Hall, Princeton and St. Bede
Streator traffic lights soon will be synced

Traveling downtown Streator soon will have more flow.
Streator traffic lights soon will be synced

Traveling downtown Streator soon will have more flow.
5 things to do in the Illinois Valley: Scarecrow time

A pair of scarecrow festivals, a fall fest, a Civil War reenactment, a woodcarvers workshop and a concert are among the activities to do this weekend in the Illinois Valley.
70 to 80 new parking spots to be added at Baker Lake in Peru

Visitors to Baker Lake in Peru soon will have more parking spots and safer travels to the park.
Witches Night Out to take place Oct. 13 in Princeton

Witches Night Out is scheduled 3 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 13, in downtown Princeton sponsored by the Princeton Area Chamber of Commerce.
Witches Night Out to take place Oct. 13 in Princeton

Witches Night Out is scheduled 3 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 13, in downtown Princeton sponsored by the Princeton Area Chamber of Commerce.