ImpactLife will host a blood drive from noon to 5 p.m. Friday, April 3, at OSF Saint Paul Medical Center in Mendota, according to a news release.

Seneca senior Noah Odum, who was born with spina bifida, isn't letting anything stop him from what he wants to do despite being in a wheelchair. Odum is a two-time IHSA state medalist in the shot put and discus and has added many more medals to his trophy case over this summer.

Monday night’s agreement and Tuesday’s official close on the deal is aligned with Riewaldt Inc.’s timeline of having the location finished and operational by the end of 2026.

The Putnam County Public Library District will host educators from the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 18 for a live virtual tour of the center’s newest exhibit, “America’s Founding.”

Illinois Valley Cursillo will hold an evening of food and fellowship Saturday, Aug. 8 in St. Joseph Catholic Church, Marseilles.

Following Sweet Corn Fest this weekend, a crew from Cunningham Recreation will work to finish the playground, with a target project duration of two weeks.

The City of Mendota’s emergency dispatch services will move from the jurisdiction of Illinois Valley Regional Dispatch to the La Salle County Sheriff’s office.

Illinois Valley Community College has partnered with Uwill Mental Health and Wellness to provide round-the-clock mental health support to students.

The Illinois Valley Senior League baseball team’s World Series run ended Tuesday with an 11-1, five inning loss to South Carolina District 1.

The Putnam County Library is hosting two history-focused programs this week.