Give blood in honor of Black History Month in February
PERU — In honor of Black History Month this February, the American Red Cross encourages eligible donors, and especially those who have recovered from COVID-19, to give blood to honor the legacies of African Americans like Dr.
Peru’s public works to clear up major snow piles
PERU – The city of Peru’s public works department will be clearing piled-up excess snow left along areas of route 6. Public Works Directors Jeff King says he’s putting together a game plan with his team to
Illinois State Police Trooper injured while assisting vehicle crash in Joliet
JOLIET – An Illinois State Police Trooper and one other person have been injured after a car crashed into the trooper’s squad car while responding to another crash on Monday. According to authorities, just before 12 p.m.,
Habitat for Humanity needs your help filling their upcoming resale shop in Peru
PERU – Habitat for Humanity is asking for donatable home improvement goods. The charitable efforts would go towards filling a 28,000 sq foot resale facility, called ReStore in Peru. New or gently used furniture, building materials and
17 new COVID-19 cases, one death in LaSalle County
OTTAWA – The LaSalle County Health Department was notified of an additional novel coronavirus-related death in LaSalle County, Illinois. The individual is a female in her 70’s. There have been a total of two hundred seventy-two COVID-19
Former State Senator Paul Schimpf announces run for Illinois Governor
UNDATED – Former Republican State Senator Paul Schimpf announced he is running for Governor of Illinois. In a statement, Schimpf said, ” Illinois needs a Governor who understands the day-to-day challenges that we all face, a