Gold Mine in Spring Valley will close through Wednesday, Feb. 19, for a remodel and expansion.

An offer has been submitted to purchase the former Eagle 6 movie theater in Streator, a potential first step toward reopening, however, only if enough community support is shown.

OSF Saint Elizabeth Medical Center in Ottawa will host a free educational class later this month focused on advance care planning and informed healthcare decision making.

Stage 212's production of 'Little Women: The Broadway Musical" opens Friday, Feb. 6.

The restaurant specializes in traditional Mexican dishes inspired by cuisine from different regions of Mexico, according to its website.

Ottawa Fire Chief Brian Bressner said this purchase has been in the budget for the last couple of years and after receiving this grant, the fire department’s budget can go to other needs.

Lacey Haltenhof’s business, “The Laced Brush,” has been decorating window fronts throughout the Illinois Valley.

Ottawa Township High School hosted a quarterly student recognition breakfast on Friday, Jan. 30 to honor students nominated by faculty and staff for exceptional character and classroom performance.

Core Cafe closed last week after two years of operation in downtown Spring Valley.