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Ready for spring to arrive? So is the city of Peru. A little sunshine and some warm temperatures will help workers finish the walking path at Baker Lake.

Oglesby Washington School released its honor and high honor rolls for the second trimester of the 2025-26 school year.

Frankfort Democrat Michael Hastings advanced legislation this week to protect Illinois homeowners from predatory contractors and scams in the aftermath of a natural disaster or storm.

Prices have increased approximately 30 cents a gallon across northern Illinois since the war in Iran began. As of Friday morning, the price for a barrel of oil had moved north of $90, and according to the Associated Press, it could be going higher
Bar Dolci opens later this month, offering two distinct experiences under one roof.

Five Ottawa Township High School juniors participated in state Sen. Sue Rezin’s Youth Advisory Council at the Illinois State Capitol in Springfield on March 3.
A Leland man was picked up Thursday by U.S. Marshals and La Salle County sheriff’s deputies and charged with hurting and disarming a police officer.

Mendota has approved road closures for the 2026 Sweet Corn Festival.

Ninety students across the Ottawa Township High School music department will compete in the 2026 Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Solo and Ensemble Contest Saturday, March 7 at Bradley-Bourbonnais Community High School.


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