BCR Ticket for Wednesday, Sept. 27

Here’s a look at the Bureau County area sports schedule for Wednesday, Sept. 27
Flock of sheep break into greenhouse

A group of sheep found themselves in a greenhouse in Greece that was dedicated to the growing of marijuana for medical use. Before they were discovered they had eaten through more than 600 pounds of the product.
Ottawa to host a pair of fall festivals

Ottawa will be in full fall mode Saturday and Sunday as the downtown will host two festivals.
Random Facts you didn’t know you needed to know

There are some facts that you didn’t know you needed to know until you know them. Here are ten of those facts. The Great Wall of China in Space: Contrary to the popular myth, the Great Wall
Peru Haunted House to open

Insanity Haunted House, located inside the Peru Mall, 3940 Route 251, Peru, opens Friday.
Peru Haunted House to open

Insanity Haunted House, located inside the Peru Mall, 3940 Route 251, Peru, opens Friday.
Streator United Way 26.9% of its way to $250,572 goal on second report of the 2023 campaign

The Streator Area United Way reported Tuesday that 26.9% or $67,502.26 of the $250,572 goal has been pledged.
Wander Woman: Looking for pumpkins? Check out these 6 Illinois Valley farms and stands

Those looking for porch pumpkins and decorative gourds in the Illinois Valley don’t have to look far – it’s easy to buy them straight from the source. Here are 6 farms, pumpkin patches and stands selling everything
Photos: Several area teams compete in Sycamore Class 2A boys golf regional

Sycamore, Kaneland, Genoa-Kingston, Sandwich, Ottawa and Burlington Central were among the teams competing in the Class 2A boys golf regional Wednesday at Sycamore Golf Club.