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Participants will gain the tools to reduce stress, build self‑confidence, manage time, set goals and solve problems, communicate feelings more effectively, make tough decisions and find helpful caregiving resources.

The iconic spring-flowering bluebell is back at Starved Rock State Park. These beautiful blooms can be spotted along the trailhead to Illinois Canyon on the far east end of the park. Native to Illinois, bluebells are an important pollinator, attracting bees and other insects each spring. Peak bloom is expected over the next 2–3 weeks, making now the perfect time to get out and see them.
Harbor House by Valentino’s opened last week at Heritage Harbor in Ottawa.

An Ottawa man was ordered detained Monday while awaiting trial on felony charges stemming from a Saturday shooting inside a bar.

Here’s a look at the girls meet records for the Princeton Ferris Invitational heading into today's meet, starting at 4:30 p.m.

Here’s a look at the boys meet records for the Princeton Ferris Invitational, which is scheduled for Monday

A single-family residence located at 603 14th Street in Peru has a new owner since April 2.

Despite cold and blustery conditions, 110 volunteers got together Saturday morning to cleanup the I&M Canal in La Salle for Perfectly Flawed Foundation’s 10th annual Earth Day cleanup event.

The Seatonville Community Church will hold its annual Mother and Daughters Banquet on Saturday, April 25.


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