Mendota, Troy Grove fire departments respond to gas leak explosion at ADM Milling & Rail Terminal
Say it ain’t snow: Illinois Valley possibly in the path of more snow Thursday
Renderings released for proposed new St. Michael church in Streator
Free prom for special needs guests set April 18 in Princeton
Mendota, Troy Grove fire departments respond to gas leak explosion at ADM Milling & Rail Terminal
Free prom for special needs guests set April 18 in Princeton

A free prom night designed for people with special needs at high school age or older will return this spring at a new location in Princeton.
Renderings released for proposed new St. Michael church in Streator

St. Michael the Archangel Parish has released architectural renderings of its proposed new church in Streator, offering a first look at the structure parish leaders say is needed to address long-term structural concerns at their current building.
Say it ain’t snow: Illinois Valley possibly in the path of more snow Thursday

Better get the snow shovels ready for Thursday. There’s a chance of snow – a chance, mind you.
Amboy School Board hears first reading of 2026-27 school calendar

Aug. 14, 2026, will be the first day of school in the Amboy School District for the 2026-2027 year, the school board has learned.
Gillan Memorial Scholarship applications due March 31

Created in honor of Dennis Gillan, a lifelong resident of Bureau and Lee counties, the scholarship reflects his dedication to hard work and community, according to a news release.