10 wine and cheese pairings
Wine and cheese pairings can be a delightful and complementary experience. Here are some classic and delicious wine and cheese combinations to try: Chardonnay with Brie: The buttery and slightly nutty flavors of Chardonnay complement the creamy
Thief steals birthday cakes with his photo on them
A 24-year-old Pennsylvania man recently ordered three cakes from a local grocery store with his picture to be printed on them. The day he picked up the cakes he went through the self checkout and purchased some
Things you didn’t expect to have to say as a parent
Being a parent can bring a whole range of unexpected and sometimes humorous moments. Here are some things that parents often find themselves saying, which they might not have expected before becoming parents: “Please don’t lick your
Special Olympics Illinois looking for golf volunteers
Special Olympics of Illinois will host their Region A Golf Skills Competition this Monday at Senica’s Oak Ridge Golf Club. The tournament, which begins at 9:00 am, is looking for volunteers to come and assist the competition.
Ten things you would do if you could rewind time
If you could rewind time and go back to your childhood, what are some things you would do differently? Spend more time with family: Childhood often comes with cherished memories of spending time with parents, siblings, and
Brock Zinke Hired as New Mendota High School Athletic Director
MENDOTA – Mendota Township High School has found a new athletic director for the 2023-2024 school year. Superintendent Denise Aughenbaugh announced Thursday that Mr. Brock Zinke will take on the duties previously handled by Steve Hanson, who
Mendota High School Hires Nicole Cromwell as Assistant Principal
MENDOTA – Mendota Township High School will choose from within to fill the role of Assistant Principal. Ms. Nicole Cromwell will replace Joe Masini, who is now taking on the duties of Principal. Cromwell has been a
The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal reminds everyone to practice water safety around pools
SPRINGFIELD – The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal reminds everyone to practice water safety around pools as the summer heat continues. The number of pools installed in backyards drastically increased during the COVID-19 pandemic, meaning
Woman allegedly steals firetruck and pretends to be a volunteer firefighter
After the kindness of a firefighter, allowing a 44-year-old woman to stay overnight at the fire station, the woman took a fire truck for a joy ride. She made it about 11 miles from the station before
This or that: friendship edition
What are your preferences when it comes to friendships? Would you prefer having a small circle of close friends or a large network of acquaintances? Do you prefer spending quality time one-on-one with a friend or being