Entertainer coming to Starved Rock State Park’s Visitor Center Sunday
UTICA – An afternoon of river folklore and songs will be coming to the Starved Rock State Park’s Visitor Center this Sunday. “Steamboat Coming” is a medley of songs and stories by Mark Twain and
Illinois Valley Animal Rescue rescues multiple animals – seeks donations
PERU – The Illinois Valley Animal Rescue last weekend helped rescue multiple animals from conditions that they say were not desirable. Taken in were nine cats and kittens, seven dogs, chickens and turkeys. One of the
Teen facing weapon charge in LaSalle
LASALLE – A 17-year-old from Spring Valley is facing a weapon charge after a disturbance was reported in LaSalle on Monday. The LaSalle Police Department say they were called to the area of 4th Street and
House cleaning tips to prepare for spring
Spring is here and cleaning is most likely on your agenda. Where do you start? Start at the top Use clean tools Sweep then mop Soak to remove hard stains Use kitchen staples to help get the
Florida man is clocked at over 100 mph
PALM BAY, FL — Getting to a job interview on time is important to make a good first impression if you really want to get the job. One Florida man knew that this was important and was taking
IVCC CHEM & STEM Club to present Sci-fest
OGLESBY – The Illinois Valley Community College CHEM & STEM Club will be presenting Sci-Fest next month. Student demonstrations in the sciences of Chemistry, Biology, Geology and Physics will be in the IVCC Gym on April 21st
What is your biggest pet peeve?
Every person is different and some things will bother one person, but not another. What pet peeves do you have? People who share work spaces and don’t leave them they way they found them Chewing with your
Law enforcement to step up efforts targeting distracted drivers
SPRINGFIELD – In honor of Distracted Driving Awareness Month, local law enforcement is partnering with the Illinois Department of Transportation and the Illinois State Police to step up enforcement efforts across the state. Motorists can expect
Mendota High School reports vandalism
MENDOTA – Mendota High School reported that someone drove on the grounds where they shouldn’t and damaged the grass. They say last Friday after a baseball game someone drove through an area they weren’t supposed to and
Reading Fire announces smoke alarm program
READING – The Reading Fire Department has announced they will be launching a Smoke Alarm Program in partnership with Camp I Am Me, the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal, and the Illinois Fire Safety