Local teen Isabella Weber sets four state records in Powerlifting competition
UTICA — Local teen Isabella Weber competed in her first APF Powerlifting Competition Saturday in Lombard. She set 4 state records in the 90 kg squat, 50 kg bench press, 97.5 kg deadlift, as well as total 237.5
Streator Firefighters battle vacant home blaze
STREATOR – The Streator Fire Department were called to the scene of a vacant two story home on fire Sunday night. Around 10 PM in the 600 block of North Shabbona Street firefighters found flames showing
10 things people around the world think American’s love to say
Are you guilty of saying these words or phrases that confuse non-Americans? Some people from around the world took to the internet to ask why we say or do the things we do. Saying “period” at the
Four Lee County Deputies honored by Illinois Sheriff’s Association
DIXON – The Illinois Sheriff’s Association has honored four Lee County Sheriff’s Deputies for saving the life of a three year old boy who got lost in freezing weather in 2021. Chief Deputy Derek Ranken, Deputy Nathan
Illinois EPA announces $5 million for new sewage treatment plant in Rutland
SPRINGFIELD — The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency announced $21,046,025 in grants to six communities across the state through Illinois EPA’s Unsewered Communities Construction Grant Program, including a large contribution for the village of Rutland. Made possible through
IEMA renamed to Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Emergency Management Agency has been renamed after an executive order by Governor J.B. Pritzker. The new name, the Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security, will allow the government organization to
No injuries after fire damages two unit home in Mendota
MENDOTA – No injuries were reported after a fire heavily damaged a two-unit house in Mendota Sunday night. Around 5:15 PM authorities say they took multiple 911 calls about the fire in the 800 block of 5th
Streator physical therapist honored by OSF
STREATOR – OSF HealthCare announced Kelly Anderson, a physical therapist at the OSF Center for Health in Streator, was recently presented with a Sunflower Award. Julie Pollett, a physical therapy patient, nominated Anderson. “The Sunflower Award
Oglesby man creates IVCC scholarship for art and theatre students
OGLESBY – Glen Gerrard of Oglesby has created Illinois Valley Community College Foundation scholarships for students who display exceptional talent in art and theatre. An artist, actor and set designer, Gerrard appeared in and worked behind the
LP Wrestler Connor Lorden takes 2nd in state tournament
LASALLE-PERU — LP senior Connor Lorden placed second in the state wrestling match for the 220 pound bracket. He finishes his senior year with two Conference Championships, four Regional Championships, a three time State Qualifier, as well