Mendota backs YMCA branch amid management transition
Democratic candidate Nolley heads to Streator for kid-friendly campaign stop
Paul Nolley, the Democratic nominee challenging Republican incumbent Darin LaHood in Illinois’ 16th Congressional District, will hold a meet-and-greet Saturday in Streator aimed at families.
IVAC announces 4th annual Lemonade Day
The event will feature youth entrepreneurs from Ottawa Central, Waltham, Dimmick and Peru grade schools with businesses offering baked goods, 3D-printed items, handmade bracelets, slime, handmade crafts and more.
Streator seeks public input for downtown revitalization plan
Residents are being asked to weigh in on the future of downtown Streator through a community survey tied to an ongoing revitalization effort.
Enjoy tears with River Valley Players in ‘Steel Magnolias’
Going to see River Valley Players later this month? Bring a few Kleenex. You’re going to need them.
Another record year for Matthiessen State Park?
The park office released attendance figures through March 31 and Matthiessen had more first-quarter visitors (nearly 71,000) than in any year except 2024.
Mendota backs YMCA branch amid management transition
Mendota YMCA Director Steve Donnell said Wednesday that the branch is not closing, but moving towards separating from the Illinois Valley YMCA based in Peru.
IVAC announces 4th annual Lemonade Day
The event will feature youth entrepreneurs from Ottawa Central, Waltham, Dimmick and Peru grade schools with businesses offering baked goods, 3D-printed items, handmade bracelets, slime, handmade crafts and more.
Enjoy tears with River Valley Players in ‘Steel Magnolias’
Going to see River Valley Players later this month? Bring a few Kleenex. You’re going to need them.
Another record year for Matthiessen State Park?
The park office released attendance figures through March 31 and Matthiessen had more first-quarter visitors (nearly 71,000) than in any year except 2024.