Here's an update of area sectionals including Marquette, Newark, Putnam County and Rockridge

Jackson Mason became coach Connie Lind's first player at Princeton in her 30 years as coach to win two matches at state. Then he added icing on his coach’s retirement cake by winning a third match in the state meet. He is the 2026 BCR Tennis Player of the Year

After a slower start this spring, Illinois Valley farmers say this year’s growing season is beginning to catch up as the summer months are here. With that, rising fertilizer and fuel costs are changing the way farmers are handling their busy season this year.

The decision made at the regular meeting of the Mendota City Council was to help fund portable restrooms and informational pamphlets for the festival.

The Streator City Council will continue discussions Wednesday night on a potential ordinance that would allow golf carts and certain low-speed vehicles to operate on some city streets.

Mendota Township High School seniors Luis Nunez, Laylie Denault and Aden Tillman were selected to receive the 2026 Jacob Family Scholarships.

Hall High School’s Spanish Department recognized students this year for demonstrating proficiency in Spanish through two state and national certification programs.

The Streator Fire Department announced that firefighter Dustin Holland successfully completed his EMT Basic Course and passed the National Registry EMT examination last week.

Demolition is almost complete at the former Immaculate Conception Church site in Streator, with the main church building being taken down this week.

Tangled Roots Brewing Company is exploring the potential sale of the business, the ownership team said in a Tuesday news release.