LaSalle offers curb appeal grants to local businesses
LASALLE – The city of LaSalle’s Development Director is encouraging local business owners that have exterior renovation projects in mind this year, to apply for financial assistance. Katherine Koyak says the city’s redevelopement incentive program is a
LaSalle County Deputy Found Dead Near Grand Ridge
GRAND RIDGE – A LaSalle County Sheriff’s Deputy has been found dead in his vehicle, but no foul play is suspected. That’s according to a release Saturday from the LaSalle County Sheriff’s Office. They say that a
Peru’s salt usage equivalent to total amount used for entire winter season last year
PERU – The city of Peru’s public works department reported 2,000 tons of salt used during this winter season. Public Works Service Manager and Fire Chief Jeff King says the amount of salt used so far is
Widespread flu activity in 45 states, including Illinois
OTTAWA – Widespread flu activity has taken over 45 states including Illinois, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In Illinois, the department of public health reported over 30 ICU admissions for the last week
Mendota AA meetings
“The Mendota Group of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meets Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7:30 PM and Sundays at 10:00 AM at 812 ½ Washington Street, Mendota (the upper level of the building at 812 Washington). The entry door
First United Methodist Church chili supper
The First United Methodist Men will sponsor a chili supper Friday, February 8th from 4 to 7pm. Supper will consist of Chili or Hot Dog, Crackers, Corn Bread, Pie and Beverage. Tickets are $7 for Adults and
“Retreat To The Rock” annual Christian Ladies Retreat
Come be a part of this year’s 30th “Retreat To The Rock” annual Christian Ladies Retreat at the beautiful Starved Rock State Park in Utica, Il. This year’s Retreat will be March 29-30. Various plans and options
Local unemployment rates amongst highest in the state
OTTAWA – Local unemployment rates rank amongst the highest in the state, according to the Illinois Department of Unemployment. Bureau, Putnam, LaSalle and Marshall county range in the highest unemployment rates locally. Currently, LaSalle’s unemployment rate is
Earlville Woman Loses Control of Car; Hits Train
EARLVILLE – A Tuesday afternoon collision between a car and a train in Northern LaSalle County damaged a car, but no injuries were reported. According to the LaSalle County Sheriff’s Office, 22-year-old Kristina M. Morsovillo of Earlville
LaSalle County Sheriffs offer children’s outerwear to those in need
OTTAWA – The LaSalle County Sheriff’s Office says they have children’s hats, gloves and scarves available to anyone who needs them. LaSalle County government offices are closed into tomorrow, however the sheriffs office will be available. To