IVCC reports strong support for manufacturing academy
OGLESBY- At the Illinois Valley Community College board meeting Thursday they announced that area support has been strong for the proposed Central Illinois Manufacturing Academy. IVCC and three other community colleges have applied for a $7.5 million
The LaSalle County Health Department’s COVID-19 Vaccine Notification Form to include those with underlying medical conditions
OTTAWA – The LaSalle County Health Department’s COVID-19 Vaccine Notification Form will include those 16-64 years of age with underlying medical conditions on February 25th. Anyone who falls into this category will be able to register
Peru Elementary District 124 will return to in-person learning
PERU – The Peru Elementary School District 124 announced that they will be returning to in-person learning beginning March 15th. According to Superintendent Jamie Craven, after reflecting upon the disruption the adjusted schedule would create for many
Data shows LaSalle County is abnormally dry, farmers concerned
UNDATED – While there has been no short of drought in snowfall over the past month, it hasn’t eased the concern of local farmers for the growing season ahead. According to LaSalle County Farm Bureau President David
First case of B.1.351 COVID-19 variant in Illinois
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today announced the first case of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) variant B.1.351, which was first identified in South Africa. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed the
39 new COVID-19 cases, no deaths in LaSalle County
OTTAWA – The LaSalle County Health Department is reporting 39 new COVID-19 cases in the county on Thursday. The total number of cases in the county is approximately 10,460. New Cases include: • Male, youth < 13
2,838 new COVID-19 cases, 102 deaths in Illinois
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health reported 2,838 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease in Illinois, including 102 additional deaths. – Clay County: 1 female 80s – Clinton County: 1 female 80s – Coles County:
Guy makes a functional Spider-Man web shooter
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