Wander Woman: Embark on the tourism of trees

While the sprawling aspen was a nearly 1,500-mile journey, Starved Rock Country has a few tourist-attracting trees closer to home.
Reddick Mansion in Ottawa announces September schedule

The Reddick Mansion Association in Ottawa released its schedule of activities for September.
Reddick Mansion in Ottawa announces September schedule

The Reddick Mansion Association in Ottawa released its schedule of activities for September.
Tonica, Lostant schools try joint administration

Lostant and Tonica elementary schools haven’t merged, but they are now run by a single superintendent. Faced with a growing shortage of educators, including administrators, the two districts opted for a joint administrator.
5 things to do in the Illinois Valley: Art, wine, boots and space all part of weekend events

What do art, wine, boots and outer space have in common? They are all part of the theme of popular events across the Illinois Valley this weekend.