Injury reported in Ottawa motorcycle crash near Allen Park

A motorcycle crash occurred Sunday near the intersection of State and Hitt streets near Allen Park on the south side of Ottawa.
Photos: Hometown National Bank Hero Sweepstakes at Peru HyVee

Six individuals were recognized at HyVee in Peru for the finale of the Hometown National Bank Hometown Hero Sweepstakes coordinated by Shaw Local Radio. It concluded with a 2-minute shopping spree by the winner.
Photos: Hometown National Bank Hero Sweepstakes at Peru HyVee

Six individuals were recognized at HyVee in Peru for the finale of the Hometown National Bank Hometown Hero Sweepstakes coordinated by Shaw Local Radio. It concluded with a 2-minute shopping spree by the winner.
Reddick library in Ottawa to host workshop to create hand stamped tote bag

Reddick Library in Ottawa will be hosting a workshop for adult patrons to create their own stamp to decorate a canvas tote bag.
Streator library to host moth scavenger hunt

The Streator Public Library, 130 S. Park St., will host a moth scavenger hunt the week of Aug. 26.
Photos: Prairie Fox Books in Ottawa hosts 3rd annual Children's Business Fair

Prairie Fox Books hosted the third annual Children’s Business Fair on Saturday in downtown Ottawa, featuring 30 children-run businesses.
Photos: Tonica hosts Cruise-In during festival

The Tonica Fest Cruise-In attracted Saturday several classic cars, trucks and motorcycles that were on display in the village’s downtown.
Photos: Tonica hosts Cruise-In during festival

The Tonica Fest Cruise-In attracted Saturday several classic cars, trucks and motorcycles that were on display in the village’s downtown.
Children learn business lessons in Ottawa running their own shops

Thirty children-run businesses Saturday dotted downtown Ottawa, selling everything from food and drinks to homemade jewelry, and other items as part of the third annual Prairie Fox Books Children’s Business Fair.
Bryer Harris, Ottawa golf champs at St. Charles: The Times Saturday Roundup

The Ottawa boys golf team — with Bryer Harris claiming medalist honors — earned the championship at the St. Charles Invite on Saturday.