The lower Fox River between McHenry and the Algonquin dam is back open for boating after flooding prevented activity on the river.

Princeton High School recently announced that class of 1946 alumnus Clay Skinner endowed a $25 million scholarship fund to support Princeton High School’s graduates pursuing postsecondary education annually.

Oswego Police joined forces with the Illinois State Police, local law enforcement and highway safety partners for this enforcement effort.

Camps are offered throughout the summer, and sign-ups for summer programs are available on the City of La Salle’s website. There will be a $10 fee for out-of-town residents. La Salle residents can attend all camps for free.

McKinley Elementary School in Ottawa announced its April Champions of the Charter students.

The City of Morris has announced that Public Works will start its annual spring clean-up Monday, May 18, continuing through Friday, May 22.

Camps are offered throughout the summer, and sign-ups for summer programs are available on the City of La Salle’s website. There will be a $10 fee for out-of-town residents. La Salle residents can attend all camps for free.

This year’s Ogle County 4-H Public Presentations Contest was held Saturday, Feb. 28, at the Oregon Church of God.

A five-story mixed-use development will occupy the vacant block along Route 14 in Fox River Grove after the village board gave the plan a thumbs-up.

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