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Over 30 tractors were up for bid during the Pat and Sharon Broeren auction on Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025 at Dahl Real Estate Auctions and Appraisals in Walnut. The Broeren's road the tractors during the Walnut 4th of July parade every year. Pat cherished his tractor collection. The collection consisted of 33 tractors that were auctioned off.

While wanting to help is commendable, it’s important to prioritize food safety. Those relying on food pantries often face higher risks of severe illness due to chronic health conditions, age or other factors.

U.S. Rep. Lauren Underwood, a Democrat representing parts of Bureau, DeKalb, Kane, Kendall, La Salle, Putnam and Will counties, has opened a new constituent office in DeKalb, according to a news release.

GROW Spring Valley mounted a drive to assist the Hall Township Food Pantry and the finally tally astounded everyone. More than one and half tons of food arrived this week to meet the holiday demand.

The Arts of Starved Rock Country Fund will award grants to nine projects during 2026.

Under the new provisions of the Local Library Act, libraries that are governed by the statute are required to maintain a supply of opioid reversal agents

State rep. Amy Briel, D–Ottawa, will host a mobile DMV event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday, Dec. 22, at the Richard A. Mautino Memorial Library, 215 E. Cleveland St., Spring Valley.

Tour La Salle's Hegeler Carus Mansion and Ottawa's Reddick Mansion during holiday open houses this weekend.

The Bureau Valley FFA Greenhand Leadership Team will hold a pancake breakfast.