Students in Steven Olson and Megan Olson's 5th through 12th grades played a selection of songs, culminating in a song performance featuring every musician together as a band.

During the most recent Bureau Valley Board of Education meeting, the organization recognized those who contributed to the success of this year’s graduation ceremonies.

The sentence stems from events that occurred on Dec. 1.

Thomas Zebron, 18, of La Salle wasn't really trying to hook this paddlefish, which he reeled in Sunday at the Hennepin Canal in Bureau Junction. Rather, he had hooked a bluegill and was reeling it in when the paddlefish got to it first.

The University of Illinois Extensions Office will be offering a 4-H summer library programs across Bureau, Putnam, Marshall and La Salle counties. There will be three programs offered free of charge to participants.

Memorial Day will be observed throughout North Central Illinois and the public is strongly encouraged to participate in the ceremonies honoring those gave the ultimate sacrifice.

Braydon James Higgins received a $20,000 Scholarship, Madison Kate Vick received a $10,000 Scholarship and Grace Patricia Zeman and Kyra Elizabeth Stoller both received $6,000 Scholarships.

In addition to her school route, Becker drove the 'Victory Bus' for the LaMoille girls sports teams

The Illinois Valley Democrats are scheduled to meet 7 p.m. Thursday, May 26, at the La Salle VFW, 2325 Donahue & 24th streets.