The Putnam County Public Library District’s Granville branch will host “Hidden History of the First Ladies” at 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 6.

The 26th Annual Kid’s Free Fishing Expo will take place from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 9 at Baker Lake in Peru.

The Putnam County Public Library District’s McNabb branch will hold a free screening of “Miles, Morale, and Memories: Bob Hope and World War II” at 5 p.m. Wednesday, May 6.

Here’s a look at Bureau County baseball leaders for the 2026 season, including players from Bureau Valley, Hall, Princeton and St. Bede

Officer Jessiel Moreno successfully completed his academy and field training, and is now ready for solo patrol.

This gathering will be more than a farmers market, it will be a homecoming to celebrate local makers, local artists, shared memories and the remarkable legacy of a place that served generations.

Ottawa Noon Rotary donated $1,500 to the Ottawa YMCA’s Annual Giving Campaign, helping to expand access to vital programs and services that strengthen the local community.

The Putnam County Public Library District’s Granville branch will hold a free screening of “The Grocery List Show” at 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 5.

“Illinois Archaeology: The Deep Roots of the Prairie State,” a travelling exhibit from the Illinois State Archaeological Survey, wil be displayed in May at Princeton Public Library.

The workshop introduces participants to the square-foot gardening approach and guides them step-by-step in developing a personalized garden plan.