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July 09, 2025
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Woodland all-stater Aydan Radke suiting up for MIT

Woodland all-stater Aydan Radke suiting up for MIT

Recent Woodland graduate and Times All-Area Football first-teamer Aydan Radke has selected to continue his education and football career at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

By J.T. Pedelty●
July 09, 2025 at 12:21 pm CDT

Streator Plan Commission backs $15K facade grant for new Main Street business

Streator Plan Commission backs $15K facade grant for new Main Street business

A downtown Streator building is one step closer to becoming a small event venue, as the Streator Plan Commission voted Tuesday to recommend a facade grant.

By Bill Freskos●
July 09, 2025 at 12:12 pm CDT

HumanKIND community center to open later this month in Ottawa

HumanKIND community center to open later this month in Ottawa

The HumanKIND Initiative will officially open its community center in Ottawa later this month, offering programs and support for LGBTQ+ residents and the broader community.

By Bill Freskos●
July 09, 2025 at 6:00 am CDT

Streator’s Jake Hagie will pitch on at IVCC

Streator’s Jake Hagie will pitch on at IVCC

Recent Streator High School graduate Jake Hagie has committed to continue his education and baseball career at Illinois Valley Community College.

By J.T. Pedelty●
July 08, 2025 at 6:00 pm CDT

Marseilles to host “Fun in the Summer Sun” and movie at the river this weekend

Marseilles to host “Fun in the Summer Sun” and movie at the river this weekend

The Marseilles Tourism and Park Committee will host a summer celebration this Saturday, July 12, with an afternoon of activities at Knudson Park followed by an outdoor movie at the Illinois River.

By Bill Freskos●
July 08, 2025 at 5:09 pm CDT

Oglesby to revisit short-term rental request

Oglesby to revisit short-term rental request

Oglesby might be ready to loosen its restrictions on short-term rentals.

By Tom Collins●
July 08, 2025 at 5:06 pm CDT

‘Defend Our Democracy’ Rally Set for July 12 in Downtown Ottawa

‘Defend Our Democracy’ Rally Set for July 12 in Downtown Ottawa

Illinois Valley Indivisible will host a “Defend Our Democracy” rally on Saturday, July 12, in downtown Ottawa, inviting the community to unite in support of democratic values.

By Kevin Solari●
July 08, 2025 at 4:53 pm CDT

Ottawa Military Show returns this weekend with reenactments, vehicle rides and convoy

Ottawa Military Show returns this weekend with reenactments, vehicle rides and convoy

The 6th Annual Ottawa Military Show is set for Saturday and Sunday, July 12-13, at 3277 E. 18th Road, just outside Ottawa.

By Bill Freskos●
July 08, 2025 at 3:53 pm CDT

Full-Court Press: Every Fourth of July makes me remember Rick Monday’s great play

Full-Court Press: Every Fourth of July makes me remember Rick Monday’s great play

The Fourth of July holiday had me remembering the Cubs' Rick Monday making a great play on the 25th of April in 1976.

By Brian Hoxsey●
July 08, 2025 at 3:29 pm CDT

Burpee Museum of Natural History joins La Salle County 4-H fair for first time

Burpee Museum of Natural History joins La Salle County 4-H fair for first time

A new partnership with two Illinois museums will bring hands-on activities to this year’s La Salle County 4-H Show and Junior Fair, which returns this week with growing participation.

By Bill Freskos●
July 08, 2025 at 6:00 am CDT
Marquette’s Sam Mitre will play baseball at Parkland College

Marquette’s Sam Mitre will play baseball at Parkland College

Marquette Academy's Sam Mitre has signed to continue his education at Parkland College and his baseball career with the Cobras.

By Brian Hoxsey●
July 08, 2025 at 6:00 am CDT
Ottawa’s Ethan Farabaugh stars for Great Britain National 12Us

Ottawa’s Ethan Farabaugh stars for Great Britain National 12Us

Ottawa youth baseball player Ethan Farabaugh starred for Great Britain over the holiday weekend at the 2025 World Baseball Softball Confederation Europe Championship played in Hungary.

By J.T. Pedelty●
July 07, 2025 at 5:55 pm CDT

Latest News

1

Woodland all-stater Aydan Radke suiting up for MIT


2

Streator Plan Commission backs $15K facade grant for new Main Street business


3

HumanKIND community center to open later this month in Ottawa


4

Streator’s Jake Hagie will pitch on at IVCC


5

Marseilles to host “Fun in the Summer Sun” and movie at the river this weekend


6

Oglesby to revisit short-term rental request


7

‘Defend Our Democracy’ Rally Set for July 12 in Downtown Ottawa


8

Ottawa Military Show returns this weekend with reenactments, vehicle rides and convoy


More News

1

Full-Court Press: Every Fourth of July makes me remember Rick Monday’s great play


2

Burpee Museum of Natural History joins La Salle County 4-H fair for first time


3

Marquette’s Sam Mitre will play baseball at Parkland College


4

Ottawa’s Ethan Farabaugh stars for Great Britain National 12Us


5

Briel announces summer town hall series across northwest Illinois


6

Jammin’ at the Clock celebrates 10 years with special concert at City Park


7

La Salle County sheriff announces anti-speeding campaign


8

Minor fireworks-related fire reported in Mendota


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