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Single-family home in Princeton goes for $173,000
A single-family house located at 820 North Plum Street in Princeton has a new owner since July 1.
Illinois Valley residents in Ottawa march against far-right protesters
Illinois Valley residents marched Sunday afternoon through downtown Ottawa to protest a far-right demonstration held the previous day.
Photos: Illinois Valley residents march against far-right protesters
On Sunday July 19, 2026, Illinois Valley residents marched through downtown Ottawa in response to Saturday’s far-right demonstration. The counter-protesters, some carrying anti-ICE signs, called for justice for Johan Sebastián Durán Guerrero, who ICE agents killed in…
IVCC opens registration for college readiness program
Illinois Valley Community College is accepting registrations for Get Set, a two-day college readiness program designed to prepare new students for the transition to college life.
Learn about bats Aug. 29 at Starved Rock
Learn about bats at “Bats in the Spotlight,” a program scheduled at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, August 29 at Starved Rock State Park.
Photos: Z Tour’s final ride: 15 years of fundraising comes to an end
The Zearing Child Enrichment Center held the final Z Tour on Saturday, July 18, 2026, ending a 15-year fundraising tradition that raised more than $200,000. About 300 cyclists participated in loops ranging from 10 to 65 miles…