Two Princeton residents were charged with felony drug offenses after drug agents investigated narcotic transfers from Chicago to Princeton.

Putnam County Rotary Co-Op Student of the Year, Linzee Fay, presented an award of recognition to Route 71 Auto Body. The award was presented to shop owners Jody and Sara Taliani.

Memorial Day weekend unofficially kicks off summer and there's plenty of outdoor activities planned across La Salle, Bureau and Putnam counties this weekend.

The village of Standard will be hosting an open house from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, May 29, at the Standard Village Hall, 106 N First St.

The University of Illinois Extensions Office will be offering a 4-H summer library programs across Bureau, Putnam, Marshall and La Salle counties. There will be three programs offered free of charge to participants.

Memorial Day will be observed throughout North Central Illinois and the public is strongly encouraged to participate in the ceremonies honoring those gave the ultimate sacrifice.

The Illinois Valley Democrats are scheduled to meet 7 p.m. Thursday, May 26, at the La Salle VFW, 2325 Donahue & 24th streets.

The school states that Ramirez was known for his kind smile, willingness to help others and the ability to make everyone feel that their technology issue was top priority.

Putnam County High School’s Class of 2022 graduated Sunday at the RM Germano Gymnasium at the high school in Granville.