The Chief Senachwine Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution recently held its March meeting on Friday, March 6, at Henry’s First Presbyterian Church, with Regent Jean Galetti presiding.

Parts of northern Illinois now face a heightened risk of dangerous severe weather Tuesday afternoon and evening, with forecasters warning that strong to intense tornadoes may be possible.

As Shaw Media continues to celebrate its 175th anniversary, we looked back at four front pages from March 10

Pi Day falls on Saturday, March 14 and the library’s festivities will go from noon to 2 p.m., with pie entries required to arrive by 11:30 a.m. Organizers recommend registering pie entries in advance.

The Streatorland Historical Society is raising funds to place a historical roadside marker near the grave of Sgt. George Poundstone, a Civil War soldier remembered for his actions during a deadly charge in Mississippi.

The 2026 Law Enforcement Torch Run Polar Plunge for Special Olympics will be Thursday, March 19 at Serena Middle School.

St. Rose of Lima Society will host its annual pancake and sausage breakfast from 7 a.m. - noon on Palm Sunday, March 29 in St. Joseph Halle, Peru.

Peru City Council applauded Monday a nurse with OSF St. Elizabeth’s who was credited with saving a man’s life on Valentine’s Day.

The Free Lunch Program, sponsored by Deacon’s and Hardscrabble Lions, serves a free meal the second Saturday of each month at Park Place, 406 E. Hickory in Streator, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.