The book explores the life of Dr. Westgate who was the first female physician to build and manage a hospital in the United States, according to the release.

Here’s a look at the top returning Bureau County boys track & field athletes representing ALO, Bureau Valley, Hall, Princeton and St. Bede

The Illinois Valley Community College Ottawa Center will be closed until noon on Thursday, April 2, due to a facilities issue.

The Starved Rock Country Community Foundation is highlighting the impact of its Arts Grant program as it opens a new application cycle with a deadline of April 15.

The Easter egg hunt was originally scheduled for Saturday, April 4, but has been rescheduled for Monday, April 6 due to possible inclement weather.

Honoring 25 of the area's best high school girls basketball players as selected by The Times Sports staff, here is the 2025-26 Times All-Area Girls Basketball Team.

Ottawa senior Mary Stisser is the 2025-26 Times Girls Basketball Player of the Year.

Local fans of the Fightin' Illini didn't necessarily see it coming, but all are excited about Illinois making its sixth appearance in the Final Four.

With the outdoor season set to open next week, here’s some key dates to mark on your calendar.

The St. Bede, Hall, Princeton, Bureau Valley and Amboy co-op girls track teams competed at the Rosenberry Invite, plus more results in Wednesday's NewsTribune roundup.