Sheridan to celebrate July 4 with activities, including toilet bowl race

Sheridan again will be a place to be in La Salle County for Independence Day.
Marseilles library to continue book sale July 6

The Marseilles Public Library will continue its annual book sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 6, with Fill a Bag for $5.
Streator library to host beach themed scavenger hunt, storytime, crafts

The Streator Public Library will be hosting a beach themed scavenger hunt the week of July 1.
Reddick library in Ottawa to pass out grilling kits

The Reddick Library in Ottawa will pass out a kit containing a lemon pepper spice sample and grilling recipes.
Peru to host July 3 fireworks

Peru will once again host its fireworks display Wednesday, July 3, on Water Street.
Peru to host July 3 fireworks

Peru will once again host its fireworks display Wednesday, July 3, on Water Street.
Photos: Mendota celebrates Independence Day with fireworks

The Mendota Area Chamber of Commerce sponsored fireworks Saturday at Lake Mendota ahead of Independence Day.
Photos: Mendota celebrates Independence Day with fireworks

The Mendota Area Chamber of Commerce sponsored fireworks Saturday at Lake Mendota ahead of Independence Day.
Pistol Shrimp salvage win at Johnstown, wrap up first-half title

The Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp salvaged the final game of a three-game series in Johnstown, Penn., besting the host Mill Rats 8-3 on Friday.
Pistol Shrimp salvage win at Johnstown, wrap up first-half title

The Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp salvaged the final game of a three-game series in Johnstown, Penn., besting the host Mill Rats 8-3 on Friday.