Ghosts of Ottawa Past tour coming to Ottawa

OTTAWA – “Ghosts of Ottawa Past” tours are coming to Reddick Mansion. Lorraine McCallister, Reddick Mansion Association president and the event’s “tour guide” said it is a fun and unique way to learn something about Ottawa’s rich

IVCC to host college transfer days

OGLESBY – Illinois Valley Community College will host two college transfer day events to help students and family make the move from IVCC to another institution. State University Transfer Day will be Monday from 10:30 AM to

Blessing of the Animals set for Tuesday

MENDOTA – In celebration of Saint Francis of Assisi, who was known for his love of animals, OSF Saint Paul Medical Center in Mendota will be hosting a special blessing just for pets. The blessing of animals

Gas prices increase nationwide, Hurricane Ian impacts

  GAS PRICES – The American Automobile Association says gasoline distribution could be limited in areas impacted by Hurricane Ian due to a lack of electricity and flooded roads and highways. Higher gasoline demand amid tight supply

LaSalle County reaches 5% unemployment rate

  SPRINGFIELD – 5% of LaSalle County residents are unemployed, according to the Illinois Department of Employment Security. LaSalle County possesses one of the highest unemployment rates in Northern Illinois. Putnam County is not far behind at