Exploring La Salle County history series returns Monday

Kickball for a Cause

A group in Georgia broke a world record over the weekend by playing kickball for 52 straight hours, and raised a bunch of money for a good cause. The nonprofit is called MOST, short for Men Opposing Sex Trafficking.
Ottawa’s Etna Road self-storage project clears key hurdle, closer to construction

Revenue from the storage facility may help fund a $1.5 million extension of Centennial Drive, improving access to the site. While no construction timeline has been announced, this approval marks a key step forward for development in
Ottawa’s Etna Road self-storage project clears key hurdle, closer to construction

Ottawa’s Etna Road self-storage project clears key hurdle, closer to construction

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Ottawa approves demolition of former PADs shelter on Canal Street

Ottawa approves demolition of former PADs shelter on Canal Street

The Ottawa City Council approved demolition and asbestos abatement at the former Illinois Valley PADS homeless shelter during their meeting on Tuesday night, clearing the way for construction of a new facility funded by a $2 million
Ottawa approves demolition of former PADs shelter on Canal Street

Cowzah Cards opens Saturday in downtown Peru
