Shaw Local Radio’s Day Jones interviews Rachael Blomquist over at the Putnam County Public Library District. The district is offering a free astronomy program called “Sky Explorers.”

VFW Post & Auxiliary 4668 announced the kick-off of the annual scholarships and contests for high school students who may compete for thousands of dollars in scholarships and prize earnings.

La Salle County Emergency Management Agency encourages homeowners, renters, businesses, and private nonprofit organizations impacted by the June 11, 2026, severe weather to apply for low-interest disaster loans available through the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Streator residents and business owners are invited to attend a meet and greet for City Manager Yates McLaughlin from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, July 30 at The Silver Fox, 122 N. Park St.

Starved Rock fell short of 1 million visitors at the end of June. That doesn't happen very often. Park officials discuss why attendance, expected to spike as fuel costs rise, leveled off in June.

VFW Post & Auxiliary 4668 announced the kick-off of the annual scholarships and contests for grade school students who may compete for thousands of dollars in scholarships and prize earnings.

The Illinois Valley Senior League baseball team captured the Central Regional Tournament championship on Thursday afternoon at Happ Field in Peru.

Children will participate in Bible adventures, games, crafts and snacks while learning that Jesus is the Light of the World

Heritage Corridor Destinations and NCI ARTworks are showcasing the works of Larisa Sarver at the Starved Rock Country Welcome Center.

Children ages 15 and younger are invited to participate in the Kids Fishing Rodeo from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, July 30, at a new location in Ottawa.