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5 Things to Do: Ottawa’s Third Friday event, Artisan Market in Princeton this weekend

The final Third Friday event of the season is Friday, Sept. 19 in downtown Ottawa. Princeton's Artisan

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5 Things to Do: Monster Truck Show, Blues & BBQ in La Salle and more!

The BBQ & Blues Fest is set for Friday, Sept. 12, while the Jazz'N the Street Festival is Saturday, Sept. 13.

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‘Paint the Town: En Plein Air’ art festival set for Sept. 12-14 in Ottawa

Plein air painting, which derives its name from the French term for “painting outdoors,” originated in the 19th century when artists began leaving their studios to capture natural light and scenery firsthand.

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5 Things to Do: Homestead Festival in Princeton, Music in the Park in Ottawa and more!

The Sumthins will perform at Ottawa's Washington Square Park on Saturday night.

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Photos: Illinois Valley Photos of the Week for Aug. 24- 30

Take a look at some of the week’s best photos, captured by Illinois Valley photographers from Sunday, Aug. 24, through Saturday, Aug. 30.