Its Library Week! Check out the areas historic libraries and programs
UNDATED – April 24th kicks off National Library Week! NorthCentral Illinois is home to libraries rich in history such as the Carnegie libraries in LaSalle and Streator. Opened January 19th, 1907, designed by Chicago architect Victor Andre
The best finger foods for a party
When hosting a party, what are your must have’s for finger foods? Things that are simple and easy to make a lot of at one time are key for a successful event. Pigs in a blanket Spinach
Dazzling Aurora display brightens Illinois sky
SPRINGFIELD – A rare meteorological display dazzled residents across Illinois, as far south as Decatur, when the Aurora Borealis danced in the northern skies for a few hours late Sunday. A massive geomagnetic storm allowed the northern
Mendota District 289 to provide free lunches and breakfast next year
Mendota District 289 Food Services Director Carrie Delhotel presents new food items to the school board on Thursday evening – Shaw Local News Photo – Charles Van Horn MENDOTA – The students in district 289 in Mendota
Florida man takes off in hearse, causes 7 car pileup
GAINESVILLE, FL — A man in Gainesville was taking photos of a hearse for advertisements when he decided that the vehicle needed to go for a joy ride with him as the driver. Employees of the funeral home
Earth Day tips to go green
Earth Day is tomorrow, here are some ways you can go green and help the environment! Stop using plastic coffee pods Minimize household chemicals and waste Compost kitchen waste to save landfill space Replace your lawn with
Florida man busted trying to steal, claims he was just trying to get wallet
PLANT CITY, FL — A man in Plant City, Florida was recently arrested after he allegedly tried to steal $2,400 worth of Pokémon cards. When stopped at the front of the store by an employee he took off
How do you top your French fries?
What is your favorite topping or condiment for your French fries? Cheese & bacon Bacon & ranch Ketchup Chili Garlic Parmesan Ice Cream Poutine BBQ sauce Mayo Aioli
Large hail reported in Bureau County during Wednesday storm
PRINCETON – The National Weather Service is looking into reports of damaging hail after a thunderstorm moved across North Central Illinois on Wednesday afternoon. Meteorologists would like to hear from residents in northeast Bureau County who experienced
Re-Imagine Mendota awarded big Heart & Soul grant
MENDOTA – A community organization looking for good ideas and good people has been awarded a grant from a national non-profit to promote the city of Mendota. Re-Imagine Mendota has partnered with Community Heart & Soul to