Senator Rezin: “Sad Day in Illinois” after Gov. signs new abortion bill
SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Sue Rezin says it’s a sad day in Illinois after Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed sweeping protection for abortion Wednesday. Sen. Rezin says, “Taking away all remaining rights for the unborn is not something
Lanes open up at Starved Rock’s lower parking lot
OGLESBY- Starved Rock State Park has reopened 2 lanes in the lower parking lot off of the west entrance to the park as of Wednesday morning. The remainder of the parking lot as well as the boat
Inclusive Swing at Lake Mendota Damaged
MENDOTA – There are many great areas for children to play in the city of Mendota, but if your child has mobility issues, there is only one swing set they can use, and unfortunately it was damaged
Van Reported Stolen in Streator
STREATOR – The Streator Police are on the lookout for a reportedly stolen gold 2005 Chrysler Town & Country Mini Van with Illinois Plates 495794. Authorities say it was taken Monday between 6 AM and 3 PM
Mercyhealth Donates Funds for Mechanical CPR Machines
ROCKFORD – The Mercyhealth Development Foundation announced Monday that it has committed more than $400,000 to purchase 30 life-saving devices for Emergency Medical Services agencies. Mendota, Dixon, Amboy and Paw Paw Fire Departments were among many announced
Illinois Valley Boys Rugby recognized at Peru City Council Meeting
PERU – The Illinois Valley Coal Miners Rugby Team was applauded at Monday night’s Peru City Council Meeting, after winning 12 and under State Rugby Tournament. Coach Fran Baker, who expressed interest in starting a team back
OSF HealthCare donates to Mendota High School
MENDOTA – OSF HealthCare announced a donation of $1,025 to the Mendota Township High School that will benefit MHS athletic programs. The donation is from the proceeds from the sports physical clinic fundraiser that took place at
Starved Rock’s main parking lot to be partially opened this week
UTICA – Starved Rock Park’s Superintendent says there will be a partial opening to the main parking lot this week. Kerry Novak says the river has receded at Starved Rock’s main parking lot and clean up will take
Farmers who filed prevent plant, now hope for a successful soybean season
STREATOR – Farmers are rushing to get crops in the ground, though not the plant they were hoping for. By this time last year fields in LaSalle County were budding with corn stalks, but after
Mendota Track Construction Begins This Week
MENDOTA – The aging and crumbling track surface at the Mendota District 289 facility on Stroble Ave is getting rebuilt this summer. The project, funded in part by “Friends of the Track”, is seeking donations to help