‘Do what makes you happy’: Illinois Valley artist turns hobby into thriving window painting business
Lacey Haltenhof’s business, “The Laced Brush,” has been decorating window fronts throughout the Illinois Valley.
CHP of Illinois advocates for drug pricing program
The program enables CHP to serve vulnerable patient populations at the Mendota Health Center and provide access to outpatient drugs at significantly lower cost, which helps it improve overall patient care.
Blue Margaritas opens second Illinois Valley location in Princeton
The restaurant specializes in traditional Mexican dishes inspired by cuisine from different regions of Mexico, according to its website.
Spring Valley cafe closes after 2 years; plans to reopen
Core Cafe closed last week after two years of operation in downtown Spring Valley.
Blue Margaritas opens second Illinois Valley location in Princeton
The restaurant specializes in traditional Mexican dishes inspired by cuisine from different regions of Mexico, according to its website.
Ottawa Township High School recognizes student achievement at quarterly breakfast
Ottawa Township High School hosted a quarterly student recognition breakfast on Friday, Jan. 30 to honor students nominated by faculty and staff for exceptional character and classroom performance.
Ottawa Fire Department secures nearly 40K grant for new fire hose
Ottawa Fire Chief Brian Bressner said this purchase has been in the budget for the last couple of years and after receiving this grant, the fire department’s budget can go to other needs.
Luke Bryan announces dates for 2026 ‘Word On The Street Tour’
Luke Bryan has announced the 2026 ‘Word On The Street Tour’ featuring support from Drew Baldridge, Karley Scott Collins, Lanie Gardner, Randall King, Zach John King, Shane Profitt, Raelynn, Lauren Watkins, Jake Worthington, and DJ Rock on
Carly Pearce shares video for new song ‘Church Girl’
Carly Pearce has shared her new song “Church Girl,”which inspires listeners to tackle the feeling of being judged or experiencing shame, and encouraging them to feel loved and accepted regardless of their past or present struggles. Pearce
Sherri Shepherd’s daytime talk show ‘Sherri’ canceled after four seasons in syndication
‘Sherri,’ the daytime talk show hosted by Sherri Shepherd, has been canceled after four seasons in syndication. Debmar-Mercury, which both produces and distributes the series, said they plan to explore moving the show to a digital platform.