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Calgary Stampeders at Ottawa Redblacks odds, picks and predictions
The Calgary Stampeders (3-3) and Ottawa Redblacks (4-2) meet at TD Place Friday. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (CFL+/TSN). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's lines around the Stampeders vs. Redblacksodds, and make our expert CFL picks and predictions. The Stampeders are coming off a 25-24 win as 4.5-point...
Princeton National Night Out set Aug. 6
The Princeton Police Department and Princeton Park District are teaming up Tuesday, Aug. 6, to host National Night Out at Zearing Park. The two entities are coming together in recognition of America’s Night Out Against Crime. The event will be from 5 to 8 p.m., with hot dogs, chips...
OSF expands orthopedics services to Peru
OSF HealthCare announced the expansion of its OSF Medical Group - Orthopedic Services to Peru. This strategic expansion will bring advanced orthopedic care closer to Illinois Valley residents, ensuring they have access to high-quality medical services within the community, OSF said in a news release. The new Peru orthopedic office...
Pistol Shrimp game suspended in 8th inning with Shrimp trailing 6-3
The battle between the top two teams in the Prospect League was suspended in the bottom of the eighth inning Thursday with the Chillicothe Paints leading the Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp 6-3 at Schweickert Stadium in Peru. The game was suspended because both Chillicothe coaches were ejected. The Shrimp will...
Cicero man charged with dealing heroin in Utica
A 29-year-old Cicero man was arrested Thursday after police said he delivered a mixture of heroin and fentanyl to Tri-County Drug Enforcement Narcotics Team agents. Alexander E. Bryant was arrested in the area of 3000 E. Eighth Road in Utica. Police said Bryant delivered 48 bags containing about 31 grams...
Step into Modern Living: Exclusive Sneak Peek of Innovative Smart Home Cottages Coming to Chicagoland
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill., July 26, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Lutheran Life Communities, a non-profit senior living and services organization, announces the expansion of two of its 62+ senior living campuses with the planned development of up to 24 new cottage homes. The new cottages will be built at Pleasant View in Ottawa, Illinois and Wittenberg Village in Crown Point, Indiana. The cottages at these two entrance fee communities are designed for modern living and long-term peace of mind.
Princeton library to celebrate 17 years at new location with donor wall
The Princeton Public Library Board of Trustees and staff are celebrating 17 years at the Peru Street location. The occasion provides the perfect opportunity for the library to publicly announce the installation of a new donor recognition wall. The new structure highlights the most generous, one-time donations the library has received since the open ... [Log in or subscribe to continue reading]
Princeton to be a stop for Gold Star 500 in September
The Gold Star 500 might start in Superman’s hometown of Metropolis, but Gold Star Mission’s more than 512-mile Gold Star 500 endurance bicycle ride is honoring real heroes from Sept. 24-28. The ride will include an overnight stay Sept. 27 in Princeton before bicyclists head to their final...
Princeton seeks volunteers for city commissions
The city of Princeton is seeking community volunteers to serve on the Princeton Historic Preservation Commission, Princeton Bicycle and Pedestrian Commission or the Princeton Public Art Commission. Multiple seats are open on the listed commissions. Commissions typically meet once per month for about an hour with commissioners performing tasks related...
Separated before birth, Utica woman now reunited with brother
Deb Myers got a call one day with surprise news. Her sister Kerri had submitted a DNA sample to Ancestry.com and the resulting paperwork revealed a missing branch of their family tree. Deb knew she could find him, if she wanted to. Deb Myers, a Utica resident and principal at...
Newark FFA's Ty Steffen named national finalist for American Star Farmer award
Newark FFA member Ty Steffen has been named an American Star Farmer finalist, according to a press release. Steffen is one of four nationwide finalists for this award, including members from Oklahoma, Georgia, and Nebraska. The American Star Farmer is awarded by the National FFA Organization to an FFA member...
Newark FFA member named American Star Farmer finalist
Jul. 25—Ty Steffen from the Newark FFA Chapter has been named one of four American Star Farmer finalists by the National FFA Organization. Steffen will interview for the award during the National FFA Convention in October. The American Star Farmer is awarded to the FFA member that demonstrates the top production agriculture supervised agricultural experience in the nation. Other requirements ...
Classic Car Enthusiast Passes From Injuries Sustained In Ottawa Wreck
A recent crash in Ottawa that involved an antique Jeep turned out to be fatal. The Ottawa Police Department on Tuesday sent out an updated accident report mentioning that 64-year-old Ronald Winnicki of Ottawa passed away from his injuries. His obituary states that he was pronounced dead July 1st at OSF in Peoria.
Starved Rock Country Community Foundation Backs New Montessori School in Ottawa
Three-to-six-year-old kids in Ottawa are a step closer to getting a jump start on their futures. The Starved Rock Country Community Foundation has announced its plan to sponsor the Trinity Rose Montessori School of Ottawa. The school is scheduled to open in the fall of 2025. It will be led by Suzannah Walter, a veteran teacher of the Montessori approach.
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