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Plenty to do in the Illinois Valley this weekend, from the Princeton Farmers' Market to Ottawa's Third Friday event and more.
The Republic Services Teamsters strike in Ottawa has officially ended, Union President Chris Richter confirmed Wednesday.
From Aug. 18-22, Skydive Chicago will host hundreds of the nation’s top skydivers as they attempt two monumental skydiving records: the vertical world record and the 250-way Illinois state record.
Crystal Garcia was crowned the 2025 Mendota Sweet Corn Queen on Friday, Aug. 8, 2025, during the annual pageant.
Overdrive Monster Truck Show will be at the La Salle Speedway & Event Center on Saturday, Aug. 9.
The DreamWave Wrestling event thrilled fans on Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025, at Centennial Park in Peru with high-energy, exciting matches. Check out these pictures from MaKade Rios.
Streator Fest, Taste of the Illinois Valley in Peru this weekend!
Check out specials from local businesses at downtown Streator's "Christmas in July" event, or catch a performance of "The Little Mermaid" in Princeton.
Enjoy a free concert in Ottawa or Peru, hike Starved Rock or kayak along the Illinois River!