We are currently in the ‘Open Enrollment Period’ which is October 15 through December 7, 2018.  During these dates, you have the opportunity to make several changes to your current plan.  These changes will be effective January 1, 2019. Here are some things to consider to assist you decide whether you want to change your current plan. Your health Do you want to keep your doctors or are you open to changing? Do you have a preexisting condition? Are you…

Celebrating its 6th year, Wiggles and Giggles is held Thursday mornings from 10:00am-10:30am beginning September 13. Through music, movement, scarves, flannel boards, stories, and more, children experience fun developmentally appropriate activities. Sensory and dramatic play stations along with art activities are offered following the program. Siblings are welcome to attend and families can socialize while children play after each class. Register by calling 815-223-0229 ext. 5.   Peru Public Library 1409 11th Street Peru, IL 61354 815-223-0229 http://www.perulibrary.org

Celebrating its 6th year, Wiggles and Giggles is held Thursday mornings from 10:00am-10:30am beginning September 13. Through music, movement, scarves, flannel boards, stories, and more, children experience fun developmentally appropriate activities. Sensory and dramatic play stations along with art activities are offered following the program. Siblings are welcome to attend and families can socialize while children play after each class. Register by calling 815-223-0229 ext. 5.

Craving Christmas Cookies…. T’is the Season!  Everyone will be hungry for those holiday favorites very soon!  Mrs. Santa’s Cookie Sales will fulfill that craving without all the fuss!  Sponsored by the Mendota Area Chamber of Commerce, the biggest Christmas Bake Sales ever will take place on Saturday mornings after Thanksgiving until Christmas. Mendota Clubs and Organizations are baking Christmas Cookies, Candies, Breads and other holiday treats to sell at Mendota Financial Institutions starting Saturday November 24th and continuing December 1st,…

The LaSalle County Health Department is urging everyone 6 months and older to get vaccinated against seasonal influenza (flu).  Seasonal Influenza Vaccine and Influenza HD (High Dose) Vaccine for persons 65 and older will be available. All LaSalle County Health Department influenza vaccines are preservative free. The fee for the seasonal flu shot will be $25. The fee for influenza HD will be $50. Insurance billing will be provided for Medicare part B and Medicaid eligible clients and also for…

Grand Prize Drawing for a 70″ Vizio D-Series 4K HDR Smart TV   1st place: Round of Golf for up to 4 people with cart at Mendota Golf Course 2nd place: 1 bottle of August Hill wine & Ultimate Wine Tasting for 4 people   Drawing: December 1st, 2018 Donation:$10.00 per ticket or 3 for $20.00   All proceeds go to Aaron Olsen Scholarship Fund Winner need not be present to win.  

The Illinois Valley Community College women’s basketball team will host a fundraiser at Stone Jug Barbeque, 1920 4th St., Peru, from 4-7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 27. Tickets are $15 and available at the door for dine-in or carry-out. Meal includes pulled pork or chopped brisket sandwich, cheesy hash browns, baked beans and cornbread. The cash bar will be open. Follow the team on Twitter @IVCCWBKB or via the web at www.ivcceagles.com.