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School student conduct not part of resource officer duties, says Sandwich Police Chief
Starting in August, a police officer will be stationed for various times and days in Sandwich School District 430 schools after being approved by the Sandwich City Council Monday night. Sandwich Police Chief Kevin Senne talked about the school resource officer. Sixty percent of the officer’s time may be spent...
Tuition deadline nears
The first day of classes is a critical date for college students to remember, but they won’t want to miss a key deadline coming up in two weeks. Tuition for Illinois Valley Community College’s fall classes is due July 31. “Lock in your spot by paying early,” suggests...
In the money
LAS VEGAS – Lonny Eisenberg wasn’t expecting his family to purchase him a seat at the 2024 World Series of Poker in Las Vegas. He didn’t think he would make it past Day 1. The bursting of the money bubble caused an explosion of emotion. The Mendota...
IVCC's 'Get Set' program starts July 29
OGLESBY – Enrollment is underway now for an Illinois Valley Community College program that delivers a short burst of college knowledge to new or returning students before fall classes start. The Get Set college readiness program begins July 29. The course is open to newly minted high school grads...
Area Rivers Nearing Or At Crest Level
Recent rains has prompted a Flood Watch for stretches of the Illinois and Fox rivers. The Illinois River at La Salle is projected to crest Wednesday at about a half foot above flood stage. It's gone up about 8 feet since Friday. In Ottawa, the Illinois is projected to crest...
Howard L. Stahl, 86
Howard L. Stahl, 86, of Shabbona, formerly of Sandwich, IL, and Merrill, WI, passed away Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at Prairie Crossing Living & Rehabilitation Center in Shabbona. He was born May 19, 1938, in Sandwich, IL, the son of Laverne and Ruth (Waechter) Stahl. Howard proudly served in the US Army from 1961-1963. With some convincing from his cousin, Butch, Howard learned to fly. Howard was eternally grateful for this guidance, for it led him to a great job he truly loved. Howard was a serious genealogist; he would travel extensively to do his research. He had extensive knowledge of his family’s history. In his down time, he enjoyed dancing, watching the Green Bay Packers and attending shows. Most of all he loved visiting his family.
False alarm brings firemen to LPHS Thursday
It's not just fire that triggers alarms in buildings. Firemen were called to La Salle Peru Township High School about 10:30am Thursday. Superintendent Dr. Steven Wrobleski said an alarm went off in the main building because of dust from summer construction on the first floor. Wrobleski wrote on the school...
Mendota all-stars thriving in Paris
3-on-3 basketball tournament to be part of Sweet Corn …
GAF in Peru celebrates grand opening
The GAF facility in Peru celebrated its grand opening Tuesday, thanking the community, clientele and employees for their support. About 200 guests were in attendance including community leaders, patrons, employees and local and state officials. The event began with GAF-Peru Plant Manager Gary Ashley welcoming everyone. “We are excited not...
OSF HealthCare defers decision on future Ottawa hospital plans for 1 month
The state of Illinois’ decision for future services at OSF Saint Elizabeth Medical Center in Ottawa has received a stay. Ottawa Commissioner Tom Ganiere informed the Ottawa City Council on Monday that, as of 5 p.m. Tuesday, OSF HealthCare has deferred its certificate of need application for one month, to the September meeting of the Illinois Health Facility and Services Review Board, in order to discuss the opposition its healthcare plan for the area has stirred.
Dickinson House in Oglesby to get handicapped-accessible restroom
The Dickinson House in Oglesby could get a handicapped-accessible restroom. Monday, the Oglesby City Council voiced support for the Dickinson Foundation plans to add a restroom using a federal grant. The city owns the building, but the project cost will be defrayed with $25,000 from La Salle County, funded by...
Baseball: St. Bede award winners for Sweet 16 season announced
St. Bede coach Bill Booker has announced the award winners for the Bruins’ 2024 Sweet 16 baseball season. Ryan Slingsby and Seth Ferrari received the Evan Knoblauch Co-Captain Award. Nathan Husser was named as MVP. Alex Ankiewicz received the Pitching Award. Aiden Mullane was named Most Improved.
Mendota Minor League baseball wins state quarterfinal
The No. 3-seeded Mendota Minor League baseball team scored three runs in the bottom of the third inning to propel it to a 9-7 victory over No. 6 River Forest in a state quarterfinal in Paris, Illinois. Liam Christmann was 2 for 2 and scored three runs, while Kohen Piller...
Photos: Utica begins construction of retail plaza
Crews begin construction Monday, July 15, 2024, on the Utica retail plaza near the intersection of Mill and Grove streets. Workers poured a sidewalk and have started the preliminary work on the Market on Mill area. The project is scheduled to be completed just before Burgoo. (Scott Anderson)
Lee County man dies after Route 251 crash north of Mendota
A Lee County man died after a single-vehicle crash Sunday north of Mendota. David T. Gorman, 47, of Steward died at OSF St. Paul Medical Center in Mendota from injuries after his southbound vehicle left Route 251 and struck a tree, according to a news release sent Tuesday from the La Salle County Coroner’s Office.
College signing: Ottawa’s Maggy Buscher joins cheer squad at Notre Dame
Ottawa’s Maggy Buscher has signed to continue her education at the University of Notre Dame in Notre Dame, Ind., and her cheer career with the Fighting Irish. Buscher, seated at center, is pictured here at her signing ceremony alongside her parents with her Ottawa High School cheer coaches standing behind.
Baseball: Spring Valley loses to Illinois, knocked out of Central Region Tournament
The Spring Valley Senior League baseball team’s run in the Central Region Tournament ended with a 10-9 loss to Illinois on Tuesday at Washington Park in Peru. Spring Valley struck first in a back-and-forth game with three runs in the top of the first inning. Jaxson Pinter hit a...
Seneca to host Water Days and Foam Party
Water Days and a Foam Party will be 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday, July 17, at Crotty Park in Seneca. The event is free, while supplies last. Wear a swimsuit or bring a change of clothes. Bring a towel. Snack, popsicles and drinks will be provided. The event is part...
Spring Valley promotes Josh Pellegrini to police sergeant
Another hometown boy has made good. At the Spring Valley City Council meeting on Monday, police officer Josh Pellegrini was promoted to the rank of sergeant, receiving plaudits and new insignia from Police Chief Adam Curran. The promotion, which came as a recommendation from the city’s Police and Fire Commission,...
Teen gets probation, community service in Ottawa holdup
A minor who tried to rob an Ottawa smoke shop with a BB gun, that looked like an actual firearm, entered an admission of guilt Tuesday and was placed on 18 months probation. The youth also will move out of state. The youth appeared in the juvenile division of La...
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