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Henry-Senachwine beat Seneca 51-42 on Monday, Jan. 13, 2025 at Henry-Senachwine High School.
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The Starved Rock Photography Show award reception was held on Saturday at the Starved Rock Visitors Center. The contest had 67 entries from all over the United States. Jim Rendant won best of show with his image of milkweed.
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The first snowfall of 2025 blanketed the Illinois Valley region Thursday, giving a glimpse of winter. A dusting to 1 inch fell with slightly heavier amounts recorded to the far west portion of the area.
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Illinois Valley Central defeated Putnam County 62-36 during the 50th annual Colmone Classic on Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024 at Hall High School.
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Rock Falls beat Putnam County 76-43 during the 50th annual Colmone Classic on Monday, Dec. 9, 2024 at Hall High School.
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Henry-Senachwine defeated St. Bede 25-23, 25-19 to win the Class 1A Regional title on Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024 at St. Bede Academy. Henry-Senachwine will face No.1 seed Brimfield in the Sectional semifinals on Tuesday, Nov. 5 at 7p.m. at Williamsfield High School.
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Photo editor Scott Anderson captured photos of Halloween displays at homes throughout the Illinois Valley. Check out some local highlights.
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Henry-Senachwine defeated Seneca 25-17, 25-23 to win the Tri-County Conference Championship in Bader Gym at Marquette High School.
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A grain silo full of corn partially collapsed Tuesday in Putnam. The Putnam County Sheriff's Office closed Route 29 in Putnam in both directions.
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