Health officials are urging residents to take extra precautions against mosquito bites after mosquitoes from Granville tested positive for West Nile virus last week.

The Putnam County Library District is set to offer a variety of free historical programs in early July at different locations.

The Putnam County Public Library District will host a creative arts program at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 3 at the Granville Branch, 214 S. McCoy St.

The Putnam County Public Library District will host Independence Day Windsock Craft, a hands-on activity that honors the spirit of the Fourth of July.

Putnam County has been issued a tentative property assessment equalization factor of 1.0208, according to David Harris, director of the Illinois Department of Revenue.

Putnam County Community Center celebrates its 50th anniversary year and will raffle off a golf cart Friday.

Locals are invited to explore community gardens and enjoy expert-led inspiration during the Northwest Region Garden Tours on Saturday, June 29. This event is free and open to the public.

The Putnam County Public Library District invites the public to view a Tony Award-winning musical at 1 p.m. Tuesday, July 1 at the Granville Branch, located at 214. S. McCoy.

Raymond Torres of Sterling will speak about his experiences in Vietnam and his return after the war.