Midland States Bank donates $7,500 to Ottawa Friendship House

The Midland States Bank Foundation donated $7,500 to Ottawa Friendship House.
Putnam County library to host virtually ‘Thanks to Her’ photojournalist

The Putnam County Public Library District will virtually host author and former photojournalist, Kathleen Geraghty, for a presentation at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 24, about her book, “Thanks to Her: Finding Power and Inspiration in Your Family
Oglesby to host Boots, Brews & BBQ, kicking off with veterans tribute

Oglesby will host Boots, Brews & BBQ from 5 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 14, at Senica Square in the city’s downtown.
BCR Leaderboard after Week 2 of the 2024 season

Here are area statisical leaders for Bureau County after the first two weeks of the season
BCR Leaderboard after Week 2 of the 2024 season

Here are area statisical leaders for Bureau County after the first two weeks of the season
New mural goes up in downtown Ottawa

A new mural, “Waves of Emotion,” was put up Wednesday at 229 Estates on West Main Street in downtown Ottawa.
New mural goes up in downtown Ottawa

A new mural, “Waves of Emotion,” was put up Wednesday at 229 Estates on West Main Street in downtown Ottawa.
Week 3: 2024 Associated Press IHSA football polls

Here are the Week 3 Associated Press IHSA football polls released Wednesday for all eight classes.
Judge denies a part of Chester Weger’s bid for exoneration in Starved Rock murders, but more to be considered

Despite some rulings Wednesday pertaining to whether Chester Weger received a fair trial, Weger still may learn on Nov. 22 whether he can continue trying to overturn his conviction in the Starved Rock murders case.
Judge denies a part of Chester Weger’s bid for exoneration in Starved Rock murders, but more to be considered

Despite some rulings Wednesday pertaining to whether Chester Weger received a fair trial, Weger still may learn on Nov. 22 whether he can continue trying to overturn his conviction in the Starved Rock murders case.