Mark Allen’s American Kitchen in Peru announced its last day of business will be Valentine’s Day.

The old stories parents and grandparents share of hopping on the “Rocket” for a day trip in Chicago or Peoria could be getting a modern take.

State Sen. Sue Rezin (R-Morris) announced her campaign for re-election to the state senate in the 38th District.

Meals on Wheels of La Salle, Putnam and Bureau Counties is currently looking for support to send a warm meal to those in need throughout the Illinois Valley this Valentine’s Day.

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Heritage Corridor Convention and Visitors Bureau held an open house Wednesday to promote their new location inside Utica’s new municipal complex at 248 W. Canal St., the former Waltham South School.

The birth of Rylen John Gerkitz, who was born June 27, to Dustin Gerkitz and Bailey Boswell, reached five generations within his family.

The Logan Junior High STEM Team has continued to grow and see success through the generosity of various local businesses and school support.

The week began with about two inches of snow falling across Starved Rock Country over Sunday evening into Monday morning with isolated lesser amounts in some spots.

Representatives from 35 Bureau County organizations gathered Tuesday at The Princeton Closet to receive a share of over $200,000 in donations distributed by the resale store’s ‘Lending a Hand’ program.