A single-family residence located at 1525 Clark Street in Ottawa changed ownership on May 7.

The Norsk Museum opens its 2026 season Saturday, June 6, with the Taste of Norway Breakfast and a full day of cultural celebration rooted in the community’s founding two centuries ago.

Ottawa residents gathered downtown Monday, May 25, to observe Memorial Day with a parade featuring the Ottawa High School and Sheppard Middle School bands, American Legion Post 33 and vintage military vehicles. The parade drew families and community members who lined the streets to pay respects and celebrate the holiday.

A 2,688-square-foot single-family residence, built in 1990, has changed hands.

Putnam County High School has recognized its top 10 students of the 2025-2026 school year based on academic achievement.

Central Bank Illinois is bringing back its summer concert series at the Central Bank Pavilion, 218 North State Street, with 13 free shows running May 30 through September 26.

Streator Township High School has named 10 students as May Students of the Month.

The George A. Hunter Memorial Fund has awarded its first annual grant to Oglesby Washington Junior High School’s library.

Real estate news: A Princeton house built in 1891 was sold for $203,000. The lot of the property covers an area of 10,280 square feet.