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5 Things to Do: Bill’s Barktober Fest, Illinois Valley Symphony Orchestra this weekend in the Illinois Valley

The Illinois Valley Symphony Orchestra will kick off its season Saturday, Sept. 27. Bill's Barktober Fest is also happening Saturday in downtown Ottawa.

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5 Things to Do: Ottawa’s Third Friday event, Artisan Market in Princeton this weekend

The final Third Friday event of the season is Friday, Sept. 19 in downtown Ottawa. Princeton's Artisan

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Photos: Marseilles hosts Renaissance Faire

The Marseilles Renaissance Faire entertained visitors Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025, with activities, characters and a bit of fantasy.

Photos: Streator mural takes shape: Walldogs' artistry enhances city park

Walldogs artists work on a vibrant mural at Streator's City Park on Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025. Check out these photos by MaKade Rios.

Mark Walzynski to speak Sept. 20 on Jolliet and Marquette’s 1673 journey

The presentation, titled “Jolliet and Marquette’s Epic 1673 Journey,” will highlight the significance of the voyage as a precursor to later explorations in North America.

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