Streator adds $80K to Iowa Avenue reconstruction project

The Streator City Council approved an additional $80,000 in Motor Fuel Tax funds to cover final costs for the ongoing Iowa Avenue reconstruction project during their meeting on Wednesday night.
Shooting Park Road to close Nov. 17-18 for shoulder work
Rock River Hospice and Home raising funds through annual Festival of Trees
Unique trees and colorful table settings are once again on display for the annual Rock River Hospice and Home Festival of Trees.
Shaw Local Radio Podcast: Talk Line with Brandon Clark interviews Katie Baker on upcoming local 4-H programs
Brandon Clark spoke with Katie Baker, Lee County’s 4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator, on Talk Line. They discussed local 4-H programs, community projects, and upcoming opportunities for kids.
Ashton’s Gomez sees chess success, won national tournament in October
Ashton’s Kaiden Gomez won a national chess tournament for youth players ranked 1700 and above in Omaha.
Shooting Park Road to close Nov. 17-18 for shoulder work
Ammonia leak in Oklahoma hospitalizes dozens, forces hundreds to evacuate

A massive ammonia leak late Wednesday night in Weatherford, Oklahoma sent dozens to the hospital and forced hundreds of residents to evacuate their homes, according to local authorities. Officials lifted evacuation orders Thursday morning after air quality
Body of missing West Virginia miner found after weeklong search

A West Virginia coal miner who had been missing for more than a week inside a flooded mine was found dead Thursday morning, ending an exhaustive search that gripped the local community and mining industry. The coal
Zac Brown Band releases the singles ‘The Sum,” “Hard Run” from upcoming LP

Zac Brown Band has released the new singles, “The Sum” and “Hard Run” (featuring Marcus King) which will be included on the band’s upcoming 13-track album, Love & Fear, arriving December 5. Other released songs from Love &
Kelsea Ballerini, Brandi Carlile, Kenny Chesney and more to perform at 59th CMA Awards

The Country Music Association and ABC have revealed another round of performers for The 59th Annual CMA Awards. The latest set of performers include Kelsea Ballerini, Brandi Carlile, Kenny Chesney, Riley Green, Miranda Lambert, Patty Loveless, Old