Community gets sneak peek of Sterling’s new arts center
During Sterling’s annual Hot Dog Day on Friday, Aug. 1, 2025, community members got to take a peek inside the new performing arts center that will open this fall in the city’s downtown.
Photos: Sheridan murder enters La Salle County Courtroom

Photos: Sheridan murder enters La Salle County Courtroom

Photos: Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp wrap up 2025 season

Photos: Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp wrap up 2025 season
The Pistol Shrimp closed out their 2025 season with a 4-7 loss against the Clinton LumberKings on Thursday, July 31, at Schweickert Stadium in Peru.
Photos: Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp wrap up 2025 season

Shaw Local Radio Podcast: Talk-Line with Steve Marco interviews Shaw Local on end-of-summer special events
The TALK-LINE interview for July 30 featured Shaw Local News representatives Charlene Bielema and Brandon Clark looking at end-of-summer special events across the area.
Illinois Valley Cursillo plans evening of fellowship in Spring Valley

Letter: Thank you Dixon Culver’s
Davenport couple: “Kudos to your whole community. You all restored our faith in mankind.”
Illinois Valley Symphony Orchestra announces 76th season
The Illinois Valley Symphony Orchestra has announced its 76th season, titled “Flight,” a five-concert series highlighting a different conductor at each performance.