Donation of Star Union Brewery items to Peru Public Library
PERU – The Peru Public Library has added a beer bottle collection to its historical archives. Granville resident John Shimkus donated his collection of Star Union Brewery bottles and other memorabilia spanning the Star Union Brewery’s 100-year
Wedron Wildfire wins the NSA North Central World Series in Owensboro Kentucky
The Wedron Wildfire girls 12 and under team took the National Championship at the NSA North Central World Series in Owensboro, Kentucky this week. The team members are from Ottawa, Streator, Grand Ridge, Putnam County, Mendota, Ransom,
State announces $60 Million Competitive Grant Program for early childhood construction
Springfield – The State of Illinois has announced $60 million in capital grant opportunities for Early Childhood Education providers through the Rebuild Illinois Capital Program. The funding will support the construction, expansion, and renovation of facilities that
Marker dedicated last month for Connecticut heroine in Troy Grove
TROY GROVE – A historical marker was dedicated in Troy Grove last month for a woman who fought racial bigotry in Connecticut in the early 19th century. Prudence Crandall was a white teacher who in the 1830’s
Public urged to slow down, proceed with caution around crews mowing roadsides
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation is reminding the public that the busiest roadside mowing period is underway, requiring drivers to slow down when encountering equipment and personnel. Mowing will continue until Aug. 15, a schedule
Ambulance donated as part of OSF HealthCare-led effort moved to the frontlines in Ukraine
PEORIA – An OSF ambulance delivered to Ukraine in early April has been moved to the front lines as the need for ambulances in the war-torn country continues to grow. On March 29th, an Advanced Medical Transport
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
Unemployment claims continue to reach record lows
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Employment Security announced last week the state has reached a new historic low of continued claims for regular state unemployment insurance benefits since the beginning of the series in January 1987.
Rail feasibility report press conference to be held in Utica
PEORIA – The results of a feasibility study and survey into passenger rail service from Peoria to Chicago are set to be released on Thursday. A brief presentation will be held at Utica Village Hall at
Illinois expands health care coverage for immigrant adults to include those aged 42 and up
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services is expanding the Health Benefits for Immigrant Adults program to now provide health care coverage to undocumented immigrant adults and certain legal permanent residents aged 42 and