Ottawa shut out L-P 10-0 on Thursday, April 30, 2026 at the L-P Athletic Complex in La Salle. The Pirates raised the Illinois River Rivalry trophy after knocking off the Cavaliers.

The Utica Knights of Columbus dontated $2,500 to the Illinois Valley Food Pantry on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 in Peru.

Ottawa defeated L-P 10-7 on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at the L-P Athletic Complex in La Salle.

St. Bede defeated Marquette 13-6 on Tuesday, April 23, 2026 at June Cross Field in Ottawa.

Marquette defeated St. Bede 6-1 on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at Masinelli Field in Ottawa.

Hundreds gathered for a tribute to Ron Moore, the former longtime owner of the Root Beer Stand on Saturday, April 25, 2026 in Oglesby. Moore passed away on Wednesday. A root beer shot and moment of silence was held for Moore during the event. The restaurant also held its first Kick-Off Car Cruise of the season. Donations from the cruise helped fund the Kids Hot Rod Camp held June 15-19 at "The Rock" Walnut Community Bible Church in Walnut. The camp is open to kids ages 12-17.

St. Bede defeated Serena 2-0 on Friday, April 24, 2026 at St. Bede Academy.

Six mayors from Spring Valley, Utica, Ottawa, Peru, La Salle and Oglesby spoke at the 2026 Illinois Valley Chamber of Commerce State of the Cities Luncheon on Thursday, April 23, 2026 at Grand Bear Lodge at Starved Rock in Utica.

Marquette defeated Henry-Senachwine 13-2 on Thursday, April 23, 2026 at June Cross Field in Ottawa.