112th anniversary of the Cherry Mine Disaster

CHERRY – It was 112 years ago today on November 13, 1909 over 250 men and boys died during fire in Bureau County in what was to become known as the Cherry Mine Disaster.  A coal car

IVCC ag receives $25,000 Compeer Financial grant

  OGLESBY Illinois Valley Community College’s agriculture program received a $25,000 grant from Compeer Financial’s Agriculture and Rural Initiative for equipment, technology, student engagement and retention. IVCC President Jerry Corcoran said, “Thanks to the leadership shown by