Photos: Henry-Senachwine vs. Seneca volleyball in the Tri-County Conference Championship

Henry-Senachwine defeated Seneca 25-17, 25-23 to win the Tri-County Conference Championship in Bader Gym at Marquette High School.
BCR scoreboard for Thursday, Oct. 17

Here’s a look at Thursday, Oct. 17 scores around Bureau County:
BCR scoreboard for Thursday, Oct. 17

Here’s a look at Thursday, Oct. 17 scores around Bureau County:
California man charged with hauling 2 tons of marijuana released on GPS monitoring

La Salle County prosecutors wanted Cesar D. Jimenez-Preciado detained for allegedly hauling 2 tons of purported cannabis. Then, prosecutors disclosed Thursday he was nabbed last month in Effingham County with another 4 tons. A La Salle County
Pizzeria Owner Finds Donor

The owner of a Brooklyn pizzeria is in the news after helping a customer get a new kidney. The place is Lucali. The owner’s name is Mark Iacano. Someone who frequents the place had end-stage kidney failure, so
Route 29 in Putnam to be closed until Friday due to grain silo collapse

Route 29 in Putnam will be closed until Friday, because of Tuesday’s grain silo collapse, Putnam County Sheriff Josh Boedigheimer said.
2024 Election Questionnaire: David Simpson, State Representative, District 74

What policies would you support to ease the burden on Illinois taxpayers? David Simpson: Equal education funding across the state will lower property tax.
Field trip brings Illinois Valley manufacturing to life for high schoolers

A sea of purple sweatshirts emblazoned with a 2024 Discover Manufacturing Expo logo filled Illinois Valley Community College’s gym and the Community Technology Center hallways Tuesday, worn by 170 high school students.
Midwest road-trip destinations perfect for weekend getaways

If you’re looking for a getaway within a few hours’ drive, check out this list of beautiful locations in Wisconsin, Michigan and Illinois.
The perfect fall weekend getaway in Starved Rock Country

These mini cabins offer a glamping retreat in the woods.