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Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalNewark ag teacher named Illinois Educator of the Year
Joseph Steffen, an agricultural teacher at Newark High School, has been named the 2025-2026 Illinois Ag Educator of the Year by Nationwide and the Illinois…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalYoung explorers dig into Illinois prehistoric past at library
Young explorers are invited to travel millions of years back in time during Illinois Extension’s Fossil Fun program July 31 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalPutnam County Rotary honors service, installs new president
Putnam County Rotary Club celebrated its year of service June 18 at the Clover Club in Mark, installing new leadership and recognizing community members for…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalLearn air fryer cooking at Peru library July 29
Illinois Extension will offer an air fryer cooking class at Peru Public Library on July 29 from 1 to 2 p.m.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalConvoy Against Cancer truck show returns to Ladd
The 22nd annual Convoy Against Cancer Big Truck Show rolls into Ladd on Saturday, July 18, bringing polished pickups, restored farm tractors, fire trucks, and…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalL-P agriculture center set to open in August with final upgrades approved
The final version of La Salle-Peru Township High School’s agriculture facility is becoming clearer.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalLa Salle County Farm Bureau to host BBQ fundraiser July 16, August 20
Fay’s BBQ will serve multiple dinner options in drive-thru format. All proceeds benefit the Foundation’s agricultural education programs and student…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalPrinceton Community Band Patriotic Concert July 5 Soldiers Park
The Princeton Community Band will perform a patriotic concert Sunday, July 5 at 6 p.m. in Soldiers and Sailors Park, featuring vocal soloist Elizabeth Butler…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalCocaine, guns seized in Friday drug raid in La Salle
A Friday drug raid in La Salle yielded 3 ounces of purported cocaine, three firearms and felony charges for a La Salle woman.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalLa Salle City Council to consider high school livestock permit, park project
La Salle City Council will consider a special use permit for La Salle-Peru High School to keep livestock on school property, award a contract for Rotary Park…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalOne dead, at least one hurt in Route 251 crash north of Peru
A single-vehicle accident around 2:30 p.m. Friday on Route 251 north of Peru has claimed the life of a young woman. At least one other occupant was injured.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalStreator boys basketball takes positive steps this summer
Streator boys basketball coach Beau Doty said he's more than pleased with what he saw from his team during workouts and competition during summer and feels it…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalGraves-Hume Public Library July Events
Graves-Hume Public Library in Mendota is offering programs throughout July for children, teens, adults and families. Registration is encouraged for all events…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalStreator library hosts week of upcoming events in July
The Streator Public Library recently announced its upcoming events and programs for the first full week in July.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalU of I Extension to hold birdwatching hike July 25 in Hennepin
The University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalists will hold a birdwatching hike from 8 to 10 a.m. Saturday, July 25, at the Sue and Wes Dixon Waterfowl…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalIVCC electric vehicles robotics training equipment
The Illinois Valley Community College Board on Tuesday approved the purchase of two electric vehicles and advanced training equipment designed to connect…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalIllinois Valley Community College honors 33 adult education graduates
Illinois Valley Community College recently recognized the accomplishments of 33 students at its annual Adult Education Recognition Event on Wednesday, May 20.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalLa Salle County crop report: Heavy rains slow fieldwork, June 15-21
Heavy rains continued to dominate farming operations across La Salle County during the week of June 15-21, with rainfall ranging from 2 to 4.6 inches and…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalPreparations for Marseilles Renaissance Faire continue
City officials approved a special event permit application from the Marseilles Tourism and Park Committee for the 2026 faire, set to take place from 10 a.m. -…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalTraveling tractor show coming to Mendota
The Heritage Tractor team will gather on Tuesday, July 21, to present a check for $1,000 to Mendota Future Farmers of America Chapter.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalFree hearing and retinal screenings come to Streator July 25
The Streator Lions Club will bring a mobile hearing and retinal screening unit to the community Saturday, July 25, offering free screenings to residents.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalHenry student wins $2,500 Gateway Services scholarship
Williams, a recent Henry-Senachwine High School graduate, was chosen from 10 applicants. He plans to pursue a degree in social work at Eastern Illinois…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalPrinceton park district hosting swim lessons, aqua tots this month
The Princeton Park District is now offering two summer swim programs for children after the Alexander Pool officially opened this week.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalStreator fire awarded over $25K in state grant money
The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal has awarded the Streator Fire Department over $25,000 through its Small Equipment Grant Program.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalStreator man charged with dog abuse enters not-guilty plea; trial Oct. 6
A Streator man charged with abusing a dog has a new lawyer and a trial setting. Daniel McMeen will stand trial Oct. 6.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalDUI suspect gets release for Sheridan crash that maimed two
He isn’t strictly speaking free – a judge ordered him into full home confinement – but a DUI suspect was granted pre-trial release despite a crash that…
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Oglesby man faces prison time for 2024 hammer attack
An Oglesby resident who struck a man with a miniature sledgehammer admitted Thursday to violating his probation. Darnell Williams might go to prison this time.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalBrothers help shape Keighley Davis’ athletic success: 2026 co-BCR Female Athlete of the Year
Keighley Davis said having four older brothers who were successful in sports "were a lot I could look up to and push me to be better and work harder.” They…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalLily Bosnich excels in two sports at one time: 2026 BCR co-Female Athlete of the Year
Lily Bosnich never thought it was going to be a big deal. She was just doing the two things she loves the most, softball and track. With no time to change…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalIllinois Valley Community College graduates 446 students
More than 200 graduates attended the commencement ceremony on May 16.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalCountry Kids Produce opens new building in Ottawa
Country Kids Produce opened a farm stand on Ottawa’s south side last summer. This summer, it’s expanding with the construction of a new building.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalJeremiah Joe Coffee expands to Utica with new location
Jeremiah Joe Coffee opened its fourth location in Starved Rock Country this week.
Illinois Valley - Shaw Local2026 NewsTribune Boys Track and Field Athlete of the Year: La Salle-Peru’s Aavery Hill
La Salle-Peru sophomore Aavery Hill is the 2026 NewsTribune Boys Track and Field Athlete of the Year after placing fourth in Class 2A in the discus.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalOttawa church’s vacation Bible school begins July 7
Harvest Baptist Church of Ottawa will host a free “Emerald Crossing, An Irish Adventure Through Psalm 23” vacation Bible school for children ages five to 12…
Illinois Valley - Shaw Local2026 NewsTribune Boys Track & Field All-Area Team
A look at the top boys track and field athletes in the NewsTribune area for the 2026 season.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalDocumentary at Reddick Mansion explores Ottawa’s abolitionist history
A local documentary exploring the stories of abolitionist John Hossack and escaped slave Jim Gray will be shown next week at the Reddick Mansion in Ottawa.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalTemporary closures planned for Zearing Park walking path over holiday weekend
Parts of the walking path at Zearing Park in Princeton will be temporarily closed during the city’s Fourth of July festivities.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalGrandeur restored: Hegeler Carus Mansion secures first-ever state grant for major restoration
Tours and events will continue during the restoration.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalPeru Public Library wins $25,000 literacy grant
The Peru Public Library recently announced it was selected for a Literacy Bridges: Empowering 21st Century Communities grant.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalWomen Inspired Network hosts trivia night to fund scholarships
The Women Inspired Network will host a “Girls Just Wanna Have Funds” trivia night at 5:30 p.m. Friday, July 10, at the Oglesby Elks Lodge, 800 E. Walnut St…
Illinois Valley - Shaw Local2026 World Cup draws local attention
The bump in participation and interest in soccer around the World Cup is a phenomenon that Raketic has experienced throughout his camp locations in the…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalConstruction continues on Ottawa Chipotle location
Chipotle Mexican Grill’s new Ottawa location is under construction, with work that began in January still progressing on the West Etna Road site.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalFinalists for 2026 BCR Female Athlete of the Year
Who’s going to be the 2025-26 BCR Female Athlete of the Year? Jillian Anderson, Lily Bosnich, Keighley Davis, Charlie Pellegrini and Emily Wright are up for…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalPistol Shrimp pitcher Max Bryant selected for Prospect League All-Star Game
Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp pitcher Max Bryant was selected to the Prospect League All Star Game. He is 1-1 with one save this season.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalIllinois Extension’s Lunch N Learn Series begins July 8 in Ottawa
The University of Illinois Extension will hold the first session of its Lunch N Learn Series for adults from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, at Nell’s…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalOttawa boys hoops has used summer to build chemistry, experiment
First-year Ottawa varsity boys basketball coach Bob Bartman feels his team has gasped new concepts quickly and has improved across the board during summer…
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La Salle County grand jury: Tuesday, June 30, 2026
A La Salle County grand jury convened Tuesday and returned the following indictments.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalLa Salle County marriage licenses: June 5 - 30, 2026
Here is the list of couples who applied for La Salle County marriage licenses from June 5 through June 30, 2026.
Illinois Valley - Shaw Local2026 NewsTribune Baseball Player of the Year: Putnam County’s Johnathon Stunkel
Putnam County senior Johnathon Stunkel is the 2026 NewsTribune Baseball Player of the Year after ranking top three in the area in nearly every hitting and…
Illinois Valley - Shaw Local2026 NewsTribune All-Area Baseball Team
A look at the top baseball players in the NewsTribune area for the 2026 season.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalIllinois Extension to offer flower arranging workshop July 16 in Henry
The University of Illinois Extension will offer gardeners and flower lovers a flower arranging workshop from 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday, July 16, at the…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalState disaster declaration brings potential aid to Illinois Valley
Gov. JB Pritzker has issued a disaster proclamation for Illinois following months of severe storms, tornadoes and flooding, with La Salle County among 11…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalLa Salle County 4-H Show and Junior Fair returns to Ottawa July 9-12
The La Salle County 4-H Show and Junior Fair returns July 9-12 at the La Salle County fairgrounds in Ottawa, with youth projects, livestock competitions and…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalNewsTribune baseball stat leaders for the 2026 season
A look at the final baseball statistical leaders in the NewsTribune area for the 2026 season.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalDowntown improvements, demolitions highlight Streator council agenda
The Streator City Council is set to go over a relatively light agenda during their meeting Wednesday night, with discussion focused on infrastructure and…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalFour IVCC students earn $10,000 scholarships to Northern Illinois University
STEM scholarships were presented to Kaminski and Hansen. Askeland and Askeland and Frey earned accountancy scholarships. The $10,000 scholarships will go…
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalThe Times Athlete of the Week: Twenty-eight student athletes won honor thanks to your votes
Congratulations to The Times Athlete of the Week!
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalBCR Male Athletes of the Year Honor Roll, 2026
A look at the BCR Male Athletes of the Year Honor Roll from 1994-95 through 2025-26
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalAlexander Pool in Princeton to open this week
Alexander Pool in Princeton will officially open Wednesday, July 1, after repairs delayed the start of the summer season.
Illinois Valley - Shaw LocalCrop report: Heavy rain halts fieldwork, week of June 8-14
Heavy rain dominated the week across La Salle County, with farmers reporting between 2.5 and 4.7 inches of precipitation that halted fieldwork and accelerated…