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Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalGrowing up fast: Trio of Streator veterans reflect on military service shaping their lives
Veterans Jack Graham, Mark Lowe and Reno Pence Sr. from Streator reflect on their service and how it affected the rest of their lives. This episode includes…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalSt. Bede cross country coach Marty Makransky found direction in the Air Force
Looking for direction after two years at IVCC, Marty Makransky found it in the Air Force. He served for more than 20 years before returning to the Illinois…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalStreator Honor Guard continues to serve
The Streator Honor Guard continues to serve, paying tribute to the deceased. This episode includes AI-generated content.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalVietnam veterans’ effort 40 years ago gave birth to Streator Veterans Plaza
Vietnam War veteran Doug Patterson Sr. remembers it was a cold, rainy autumn day when the Vietnam War Memorial was dedicated 40 years ago in Streator’s City…
Illinois Valley - Shaw Local‘He is about as dedicated as they come’
He was and is a small man, but Phil Valle of La Salle was always big-hearted. The veteran of the Vietnam War serves as chaplain to local veterans groups. This…
Illinois Valley - Shaw Local‘She loves America and what it stands for’
Her military career was brief, interrupted by motherhood, but Ottawa Navy veteran Charlotte (McGrath) Seeger is an admired advocate for military service and…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalL-P celebrates official opening of Eureka Savings Bank Agriculture Center
La Salle-Peru Township High School officially celebrated its new agriculture center Thursday evening, marking a building students have been learning in since…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalIVCC women’s basketball looks to take another step forward
With veteran leadership and a strong freshman class, the IVCC women's basketball team hopes to improve its win total again this season. This episode includes…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalWaltham Elementary School District responds to failed referendum
The referendum on the ballot would’ve funded a $7.5 million building annex project if voters approved it. After an unofficial tally of 625 “no” votes to 565…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalDriver flees Ottawa police traffic stop; Jefferson Elementary lockdown lifted
A driver fled an attempted traffic stop in Ottawa on Nov. 6 and later ran from the vehicle on foot, prompting a soft lockdown at Jefferson Elementary School…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalMore than 30 local authors to gather Saturday at Westclox in Peru
More than 30 local authors will gather Saturday Nov. 7, in Peru for the return of Writers at Westclox Chapter Two, a book fair-style event hosted by Fire on…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalOttawa Township High School musicians preparing for ILMEA District festivals
Sixteen band and 10 choir students from Ottawa have been selected to participate in the 2026 Illinois Music Education Association District 2 Band, Chorus, and…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalIVCC women’s basketball edges Prairie State: Thursday’s NewsTribune/BCR roundup
The IVCC women's basketball team improved to 2-1, plus more IVCC results in Thursday's NewsTribune/BCR roundup. This episode includes AI-generated content.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalIVCC committee to review FY26 audit, tax levy Monday
The Illinois Valley Community College Board of Trustees Audit/Finance Committee will meet at 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 9, in Board Room C-307 on the Oglesby campus…
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IVCC board candidates can file petitions starting Nov. 16
Residents interested in running for the Illinois Valley Community College Board of Trustees can begin filing nomination petitions Monday Nov. 16, for the April…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalMendota soccer player Cesar Casas earns IHSSCA All-State honors: NewsTribune/BCR sports briefs
Mendota senior soccer player was named Illinis High School Soccer Coaches Association All State, plus Tri-County all-conference volleyball, Lincoln Trail…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalLa Salle County Board rescinds resolution denouncing ‘Sharia law’
Patrick Herrmann, the attorney representing the county, said it is unconstitutional for the government, including La Salle County, to discriminate against any…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalLaSalle County flood plan review keeps insurance discount for unincorporated homeowners
Homeowners with flood insurance in unincorporated La Salle County save about 10% a year on their policies through the county’s part in a FEMA program…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalExtension educator Emily Hansen shifts to natural resources role in four counties
Emily Hansen, previously a commercial agriculture educator for University of Illinois Extension, is now Extension’s natural resources, environment and energy…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalUS Geological Survey tags, studies silver carp in Illinois River
US Geological Survey scientists were in Allen Park in Ottawa on Wednesday collecting, weighing, measuring, tagging and releasing invasive silver carp back into…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalPrinceton man gets 5 years in incident that killed child, 3
A Princeton man was sentenced Wednesday to five years in prison for charges stemming from the Mother’s Day incident in rural DePue case, during which a…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalIVCC marks Native American Heritage Month with Starved Rock presentation
Gerald Savage will present “Starved Rock History from a Native Perspective” at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday Nov. 10, in IVCC’s Student Life Space. This episode includes…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalNo blue wave in the Illinois Valley
The Congressional elections Tuesday may well have been a referendum on Donald Trump; but voter turnout in the Illinois Valley suggests the local results were a…
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Jersey Mike’s now open in Princeton
Jersey Mike’s in Princeton was opened for business Wednesday. This episode includes AI-generated content.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalIVCC men’s basketball seeks return to playoffs as new season dawns
The IVCC men’s basketball team will blend its top performers from last season with a large incoming class that will be expected to contribute immediately, as…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalOglesby mayor leaning against reelection bid
Oglesby voters may be asked to select a new mayor in spring 2027. Incumbent Jason Curran said Monday he’s leaning against a reelection bid. This episode…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalLa Salle County grand jury indictments: Nov. 4, 2026
A La Salle County grand jury convened Tuesday and returned the following indictments. This episode includes AI-generated content.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalMendota diabetes support group to tackle myths and facts at Nov. 12 session
A monthly diabetes support group in Mendota will focus on common myths about the disease at its November meeting, according to University of Illinois…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalEbner reelected as La Salle County clerk as unofficial tallies roll in
La Salle County Clerk Jennifer Ebner appeared to survive an electoral challenge Tuesday night – along with a last-minute effort by her party’s chairman to oust…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalUtica-area voters appear to reject Waltham referendum
Waltham Elementary again asked Utica-area voters to fund a building annex. Voters again said no. This episode includes AI-generated content.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalVescogni wins La Salle County judgeship
Judge Michelle A. Vescogni is projected to keep her seat on the bench. This episode includes AI-generated content.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalNewark volleyball outlasts Orion in Class 1A sectional semifinal three-set win
The Newark volleyball team topped Orion 25-23, 27-29, 25-21 in Tuesday's Class 1A Wethersfield Sectional semifinal in Kewanee. The Norsemen now face Fulton on…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalVoters decide the new Bureau County Sheriff
Voters decided between current Princeton Police Chief Tom Kammerer and current Bureau County Sheriff's Deputy Michael Wittig during Tuesday's midterm election…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalIVCC women’s basketball wins home opener: Tuesday’s NewsTribune/BCR roundup
The IVCC women's basketball team beat Spoon River in the Eagles' first home game of the season. This episode includes AI-generated content.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalHere are Illinois Valley’s November 2026 election results
The polls have closed. Here are live November 2026 election results for La Salle, Bureau and Putnam counties. Tallies will be updated as county clerks update…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalEncouraging early signs for local turnout in midterms
Reports from across the Illinois Valley indicate higher-than-expected voter participation in the 2026 midterm elections, with the results of the races yet to…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalAmerican Red Cross blood drive in Peru
The Illinois Valley chapter of the American Red Cross is hosting a blood drive from 12:00 - 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, at its donation center in Peru…
Illinois Valley - Shaw Local2026 Election in Illinois Valley: Top races we’re watching Tuesday
It's Election Day. Polls are open in Illinois until 7 p.m. Tuesday. Here are some top races we're following today in the Illinois Valley. Check back throughout…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalKiwanis Kids take the gavel at Ottawa City Council
Members of the Kiwanis kids program took over the Ottawa City Council on Monday, running a special meeting. The Kiwanis kids played the roles of the council…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalOttawa’s leaf vacuum crews scheduled to start Nov. 9
City of Ottawa crews are scheduled to begin vacuuming leaves Monday, Nov. 9, in areas near the high school south of the Fox River and again southwest of…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalState Bank of Cherry’s parent company completes purchase of First State Bank of Van Orin
Cherry Bancorporation Inc., the parent company of State Bank of Cherry, has completed its acquisition of First State Bank of Van Orin, effective Nov. 1, 2026…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalFreedom House gets $15,000 for youth counseling from Community Foundation of Central Illinois
Freedom House, the Princeton-based agency for victims of domestic and sexual violence, has received $15,000 from the Community Foundation of Central Illinois…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalStreator library events set for November
The Streator Public Library recently announced its upcoming programs and events for the third week in November. This episode includes AI-generated content.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalIllinois Valley YMCA to host Senior Health Fair Nov. 10 in Peru
The Illinois Valley YMCA will host a free Senior Health Fair for community members from 9 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10, in the YMCA’s main gym, 300 Walnut…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalSpirit Matters: Life goes on in mysterious ways
In this week's Spirit Matters, Jerrilyn Zavada Novak discusses how the month of November seems to be shrouded in spirituality. This episode includes…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalGarage sale, swap meet and train show fill November at Bureau County Fairgrounds
A winter garage sale, a motorcycle swap meet, a pigeon show and a model train and farm toy show are among the events scheduled for November at the Bureau…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalMendota lets three-goal lead slip away in supersectional loss to Alleman
The Mendota boys soccer team's run of state appearances ended Monday with a 4-3 loss to Alleman in the Class 1A IVC Supersectional in Chillicothe. This episode…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalPeru salon owner finds her place backstage at New York, Paris fashion weeks
Hailey Ann Bruno, owner of Adler Salon, located at 4110 Progress Boulevard in Peru, had the opportunity to attend New York and Paris fashion weeks. The biggest…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalOSF HealthCare welcomes Dr. Thaw Tun
Tun is a board-certified internal medicine physician with more than 40 years of experience providing comprehensive care for adult patients. As a primary care…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalGraves-Hume Public Library hosting Radium Dial Girls of Ottawa presentation
Learn all about the conditions these women were working in while painting with radium paint, and how their struggle helped to change workplace conditions…
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Graves-Hume Public Library hosting sourdough bread workshop
The library announced that it is welcoming Shelly Rod to teach all the techniques of making sourdough bread at a workshop scheduled for 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalL-P rated ‘approaching exemplary’ in first report card under new state system
La Salle-Peru Township High School earned an “approaching exemplary” designation in the 2026 Illinois Report Card released Friday, the first under the state’s…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalRyan out, Holland in as chief judge of 13th Circuit
The courts serving the Illinois Valley area have a new chief judge. H. Chris Ryan Jr. has retired after nearly 38 years on the bench. Replacing him as chief…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalNewsTribune Athlete of the Week: Putnam County’s Sarah Wiesbrock
Putnam County senior Sarah Wiesbrock was voted NewsTribune Athlete of the Week after helping the Panthers to two wins and eclipsing 1,500 career digs in the…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalPrinceton High School jazz band’s annual Swing Dance set for Nov. 13
The Princeton High School jazz band will hold its annual Swing Dance at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, at the Princeton Moose Lodge, 1339 N. Euclid Ave…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalPutnam County High School names honor roll students
Putnam County High School has released its high honor roll and honor roll. This episode includes AI-generated content.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalOttawa church to offer free lunch Nov. 8
Open Table United Church of Christ will offer a free lunch for community members at noon Sunday, Nov. 8. This episode includes AI-generated content.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalLogan Jr. High names first-quarter honor roll students
Logan Jr. High School in Princeton has released its high honor roll and honor roll for the first quarter of the 2026-27 school year. This episode includes…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalOSF HealthCare plans healthy cooking demo at Bureau County Senior Center
OSF HealthCare plans a free-to-attend cooking demonstration on healthy eating from 3 to 4 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, at the Bureau County Senior Center, 16 W…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalOpen Prairie UCC plans German Christkindlmarkt in Princeton
Open Prairie United Church of Christ plans to hold its annual German Christkindlmarkt from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, at the church, according to…