St. Matthews donates $2,017 to Royal Family Kids Camp
2025 IHSA playoffs: Steve Soucie’s Class 1A first-round analysis
Streator library hosts week of events, from scavenger hunts to art and gaming
Wyanet Meat Shop to reopen under new owners for 2025 season
2025 IHSA playoffs: Steve Soucie’s Class 1A first-round analysis

There’s always the usual suspects in 1A, but some new names look poised to potentially crash that party. Steve Soucie breaks down the opening round of the 2025 IHSA Class 1A playoffs.
Keely’s Castle revives iconic Ottawa hot dog spot on Main Street

The little castle on Main Street in Ottawa has life once again, as Keely’s Castle recently opened at the site of the former Prince Castle ice cream shop.
Streator library hosts week of events, from scavenger hunts to art and gaming

The Streator Public Library is hosting a variety of events from Nov. 10 to Nov. 15 for all ages, featuring activities ranging from scavenger hunts to art and gaming.
Polo Historical Society’s veterans program is Nov. 5
Polo Historical Society Board Member and Military Liaison Kevin Smoot will host the program “Polo’s Veterans” Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025, at the Polo Senior Center, 101 E. Mason St.
Rock Falls Rotarians celebrate Rock Falls High School students of the month
Rotary’s Student of the Month honorees are selected based on the character traits of Rotarians who live their lives based on The Four Way Test: Is it the truth? Is it fair to all concerned? Will it
Sterling woman grows her dream, creates Ink and Ivy Tattoo and Piercing
Sterling’s Ink and Ivy Tattoo and Piercing will hold its grand opening Nov. 1.