Oglesby to increase pay for Ambulance employees

OGLESBY- The Oglesby City Council on Monday Night approved an increase to the  pay for the employees of the Ambulance service.  A 3% increase in pay yearly will be coming to the director of the service and

SURF Broadband coming to Mendota

MENDOTA – A new internet provider will be coming to Mendota that is capable of faster speeds than currently available.   SURF Air Wireless LLC made a brief presentation Monday night at the Mendota City Council Meeting. 

Mendota announces extended burn pit hours

MENDOTA – The city of Mendota will be having special burn pit drop off times for Christmas Trees after the holiday season.   The burn pit will be open December 30th from 10 AM – 1 PM

Holiday meals to be distributed in Mendota

MENDOTA – A holiday meal distribution will take place next week in Mendota. The First Presbyterian Church will be giving away complete meal kits on December 17th. No sign up is required, and availability will be on

Mendota Museum to celebrate 25th Anniversary

MENDOTA – The museum in Mendota devoted to area history and culture will be celebrating their 25th year. The Hume-Carnegie Museum, located in the old Mendota Library building build in 1904 with funds donated from philanthropist Andrew

DNR reminds public about ATV use on canal trail

OTTAWA – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is reminding those along the I&M Canal Trail that motorized vehicles like ATV’s and Side by Sides are not allowed. They note that operating an off road vehicle on

IVCC to offer a “Show & Enroll” event Wednesday

OTTAWA – Illinois Valley Community College will be offering a fast “Show & Enroll” event at their Ottawa Center Wednesday. Students will be able to apply, register, speak with a counselor and, if necessary, a financial aid