Ottawa High School dismisses early because of food service staff shortage, after other options were explored

Ottawa High School closed early Thursday and will close early again Friday, because of a shortage of certified food service personnel. Other options were explored, but administrators said they were not as feasible.
IHSA football preview: Deep and solid, Marquette seeking 12th straight playoff berth

The Marquette Crusaders have made the Class 1A playoffs for 11 straight seasons under Tom Jobst. Will this year be 12?
IHSA football preview: Deep and solid, Marquette seeking 12th straight playoff berth

The Marquette Crusaders have made the Class 1A playoffs for 11 straight seasons under Tom Jobst. Will this year be 12?
18 dental assistants receive pins at IVCC ceremony

Eighteen new dental assistants celebrated completing their program during Illinois Valley Community College’s annual pinning ceremony July 27.
Bureau Valley’s Bracin Patnoe shows his love for Storm football on his shirts

Patnoe said he was just wanting to make something to give the team something to talk about.
Bureau Valley’s Bracin Patnoe shows his love for Storm football on his shirts

Patnoe said he was just wanting to make something to give the team something to talk about.
Ottawa man gets probation for hitting coach

An Ottawa man pleaded guilty Thursday to striking an Ottawa High School baseball coach last year and was sentenced to 2 1/2 years conditional discharge.
Ottawa man gets probation for hitting coach
An Ottawa man pleaded guilty Thursday to striking an Ottawa High School baseball coach last year and was sentenced to 2 1/2 years conditional discharge.
Waltham forecasts $1.4 million deficit, may look to reserves to cover it

Waltham Elementary anticipates expenses of $6 million against projected revenues of just $4.6 million. That would leave Waltham about $1.4 million in the red.
Hiking trails, river fronts, butterfly houses among attractions at scenic parks in northern Illinois

Whether you’re looking for a relaxing afternoon picnicking with family, a challenging hike on a scenic trail, or a fun-filled day playing games with the kids, here are some municipal parks in communities across northern Illinois that