During my research, I have confirmed my wife’s sixth great grandfather served with the 1st New Hampshire Militia at Bunker Hill and my fifth great grandfather served with the 4th Pennsylvania Regiment at Valley Forge.

Tom Emery: This weekend, millions of Americans will hit the road, fire up the grill, and swarm to the beaches for the Labor Day weekend. The holiday has evolved dramatically from its origins, which are debated today.

U.S. Rep. Darin LaHood: The Farm Bill significantly impacts our communities, economy, and families in central and northern Illinois, making it critical that Congress pass a robust and timely extension of the legislation this fall.

Princeton is one of the most beautiful towns in Starved Rock Country, with an array of tourist attractions and friendly people. For one evening nine decades ago, it even had professional football.

They were adored by the whole community and all Tiger fans, who gave the team a resounding sendoff to state and followed them to Champaign by caravan.

McKenzie Cain has been the cheer sponsor at Princeton High School for three years, directing her girls in leading the cheers for the Tigers football and basketball teams. This time, the cheers were for her.

Jeppson led the Red Devils to two back-to-back state runner-up finishes and Klein led the Hall girls to their only state tournament appearance. They are their program’s all-time leading scorers, combining for more than 4,300 points.

A panel of local players, coaches and a sports writer will share history of Bureau County basketball history in the Illinois Basketball Coaches Association event at 1:30 p.m. Saturday

Friends had offered to assist but I was determined to build a cabin by my own skill set and physical strength. Rolling and fitting the eighth log into position by hand was very challenging.