Illinois Valley Community College student and teacher Kealey Rick was recently named a Golden Apple Scholar of Illinois.

The Streator Public Library recently announced its upcoming events and programs for the first week in April.

Deer Park Grade School announced its honor roll for the third quarter of the 2025-2026 school year.

The Princeton Public Arts Commission recently announced the launch of its Community Art Grant Program to support local businesses and nonprofit organizations by bringing to life public art projects.

A look at the boys track and field teams in the NewsTribune area for the 2026 season.

Participants can pick up their race day packets prior to race day from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, April 23 in the Earlville School East Gym parking lot, or on race day at 8 a.m. in the parking lot.

A $7,500 grant is expected to help spark new business growth in Ottawa through a collaborative effort focused on supporting local entrepreneurs.

The 54-minute documentary follows community activists fighting for water justice and equity. The activists’ stories are woven with the Clean Water Act’s history and unfinished work.

The lunch will be from 12-2 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, in their fellowship hall at 415 S East St in Earlville.

A one-chop dinner costs $15 and a two-chop dinner costs $18. Tickets can be purchased at Serena High School prior to or on Monday, April 6.