Family donates $50,000 to Ag Complex Campaign
Barbara Davis of Sugar Grove recently made a $50,000 donation to Illinois Valley Community College’s agriculture complex capital campaign to memorialize her family’s farming history. The donation, announced at Thursday’s board meeting, was made in memory of
IVCC Helps Del Monte Workers With Resumes
OGLESBY- Illinois Valley Community College offered assistance to those who will be unemployed soon in Mendota. IVCC personnel recently conducted a cover letter and resume writing workshop for 15 Del Monte employees. It was announced in
First freeze of the season coming our way
OTTAWA – The first frost of the season is touching down in North Central Illinois overnight. A freeze warning is in effect beginning at 2 a.m. to 9 a.m. on Saturday for LaSalle County, which includes Ottawa, Streator,
Special 50th anniversary perks at 2019 Burgoo Festival
UTICA – The 2019 LaSalle County Burgoo Festival celebrates their 50th anniversary this weekend. The fall festival is one of Illinois’ largest and longest running, since 1969. This year, the Utica Village street party will feature some special
State Rep. Lance Yednock says he’s ready for Marilla Park Pond project
STREATOR – Streator’s Parks and Open Spaces board says State Representative Lance Yednock is ready to move forward in plans to help trench out Marilla Park Pond. According to board member Gary Wheeler, Yednock was approached a
Colder Temperatures to Blast Area
OTTAWA – Colder weather is on the way as we make our way through fall. The National Weather Service has issued a freeze warning for late tonight into Saturday morning for much of North Central Illinois. Low
Auditor Question Heads to County Ballot
OTTAWA – LaSalle County board members voted in favor of a referendum regarding eliminating the county auditor’s office in the November 2020 election. Although some felt eliminating the auditor’s office would do little to save on funds,
Olivero Honored by IVCC
OGLESBY- The Illinois Valley Community College board Thursday honored former 10-year trustee Melissa Olivero of Peru for her leadership and service to the college. Olivero, who resigned in July, was elected to six-year terms in April 2009
Fall is here, so watch for deer!
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation and Illinois Department of Natural Resources are reminding motorists to be vigilant during deer mating season as the animals become more active, especially in the early morning and evening hours.
Congressman Kinzinger visits Putnam County High School, leaves students with important message: Be kind
GRANVILLE – Congressman Adam Kinzinger took a visit to Putnam County High School in Granville to speak to students about his early life, sending a message of kindness and encouragement. Kinzinger shied away from politics to