Granville library hosts winter candle jar craft workshop
Streator firefighters extinguish restaurant fire in subzero conditions

Streator firefighters extinguished a fire at a restaurant at 720 East Main St. on Saturday morning despite subzero temperatures.
The blizzard of 1967, the ‘85 Bears ready for the Super Bowl and more historical covers for January 26
Prophetstown-Lyndon food pantry open every Tuesday
The food pantry is located at the American Legion Hall at 215 Washington St., Prophetstown.
The blizzard of 1967, the ‘85 Bears ready for the Super Bowl and more historical covers for January 26

As Shaw Media celebrates its 175th anniversary, we looked back at four front pages from January 26, including coverage of the infamous 1967 blizzard
The blizzard of 1967, the ‘85 Bears ready for the Super Bowl and more historical covers for January 26
Sterling Park District helps residents remain active during cold months
While winter weather can limit outdoor activity, the Sterling Park District offers a wide variety of indoor programs and recreational opportunities that keep residents active, social and engaged throughout the colder months.
Crippling winter storm slams U.S., bringing deadly cold and leaving over 1M without power

A sprawling and unusually powerful winter storm has battered vast portions of the United States, coating roads in dangerous ice, burying cities under heavy snow, and plunging temperatures to life-threatening lows. The system has knocked out electricity
Minnesota officials demand answers after fatal shooting of Alex Pretti sparks outrage

Minnesota officials are pressing for full transparency and accountability following the fatal shooting of 37-year-old Alex Jeffrey Pretti by a federal agent in south Minneapolis, an incident that has triggered protests, lawsuits, and intense scrutiny of federal
Central Bank IL Pets of the Week: Kerplunk & Keystone!

DOG: KERPLUNK – An adorable 4 year old Pit mix. Kerplunk is a sweet pup with a huge smile! He loves his time on the couch, soaking in all the cuddles from volunteers. Kerplunk has some skin