West Nile Virus detected in Marseilles mosquitoes

A batch of mosquitoes collected in Marseilles has tested positive for West Nile virus — the first documented virus activity in the county this year, according to a news release from the La Salle County Health Department.

Wolfpack-Holloway 12U baseball team wins title

The 12U Wolfpack-Holloway baseball team, comprised primarily of Ottawa-area players, ended its season by capturing the Silver Bracket Championship title at Cal Ripken Experience in South Carolina.