La Salle’s 1st Ward alderman Jim Bacidore said his final goodbyes Monday thanking everyone who voted and supported him during his four-term time on the La Salle City Council.

The Ottawa Plan Commission voted Monday to recommend approval of a proposed solar panel project to the City Council.

He hoped to make at least 50 young men into Eagle Scouts. Jerry Sampo achieved it (and then some) some during his 45 years as Scoutmaster.