Victorian Christmas tours available for Reddick Mansion, Wallace house

In 1858, two new homes appeared on the Ottawa landscape: the Reddick Mansion, home to former state Sen. William Reddick, 100 W. Lafayette St. and the Oaks, home to future Civil War Gen. William Wallace, 2101 Caton
Victorian Christmas tours available for Reddick Mansion, Wallace house

In 1858, two new homes appeared on the Ottawa landscape: the Reddick Mansion, home to former state Sen. William Reddick, 100 W. Lafayette St. and the Oaks, home to future Civil War Gen. William Wallace, 2101 Caton
Victorian Christmas tours available for Reddick Mansion, Wallace house

In 1858, two new homes appeared on the Ottawa landscape: the Reddick Mansion, home to former state Sen. William Reddick, 100 W. Lafayette St. and the Oaks, home to future Civil War Gen. William Wallace, 2101 Caton
Victorian Christmas tours available for Reddick Mansion, Wallace house

In 1858, two new homes appeared on the Ottawa landscape: the Reddick Mansion, home to former state Sen. William Reddick, 100 W. Lafayette St. and the Oaks, home to future Civil War Gen. William Wallace, 2101 Caton
IVCC, Marquette to sponsor blood drive Dec. 17 in Ottawa

Illinois Valley Community College and Marquette Academy will sponsor a public blood drive from 1 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 717 Chambers St., Ottawa.
Indulge in a freshly-baked treat for National Cookie Day on Dec. 4

Check out one of the these northern Illinois bakeries that specialize in delicious cookies on Dec. 4.
Winter merchants & markets delight holiday shoppers

Visit these festive holiday markets in Ottawa, St. Charles, Oswego, Lisle, McHenry and more to find the perfect gift.
Holiday Lights Tour, Polar Express Experience highlight Starved Rock Lodge December calendar

Enjoy family-friendly holiday events at Starved Rock Lodge in Oglesby.
Holiday fundraiser to be held in Marseilles for No Animal Left Behind

Santa Paws, a fundraiser for local spay/neuter programs and free microchips for La Salle County pets, will be hosted 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Marseilles American Legion, 571 Rutland St.
Holiday fundraiser to be held in Marseilles for No Animal Left Behind

Santa Paws, a fundraiser for local spay/neuter programs and free microchips for La Salle County pets, will be hosted 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Marseilles American Legion, 571 Rutland St.