Fulton boys use smothering defense in win at Amboy
The Fulton boys used a smothering defensive effort and Jacob Voss led the team with 16 points in a 46-32 NUIC South win at Amboy on Friday night.
Photos: Amboy hosts Fulton
The Amboy Clippers hosted the Fulton Steamers on Friday, Jan. 17, 2025 at Amboy High School.
Peru barbershop under new ownership, to host grand opening
Tony’s Barbershop in Peru is under new ownership.
Eagle Watch Weekend returns to Starved Rock Country
Family-friendly fest to be held Jan. 25 and 26
Civil War battle that included local soldiers is topic of Sterling-Rock Falls Historical Society meeting
The Sterling-Rock Falls Historical Society will meet at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 19, when Ron Koehn will speak on “The Battle of Perryville.” That battle was a critical Civil War engagement that involved the 75th Illinois Infantry from
Photos: Streator vs. Herscher girls basketball
Herscher defeated Streator 37-28 on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025 in Pops Dale Gymnasium at Streator High School.
Sterling man pleads guilty in Lee County criminal sexual assault case
A Sterling man has been sentenced to seven years in state prison after pleading guilty in Lee County to felony criminal sexual assault using force.
Putnam County Sheriff’s Office to award $500 scholarship
The Illinois Sheriffs’ Association announced it will be awarding more than $58,000 in college scholarships throughout Illinois to students wishing to pursue higher education during the 2025-2026 academic year, including in Putnam County.
IVCC recognizes emeritus recipients; offers new education certificate
Nine retired professionals were awarded with the honorary title of emeritus during the Illinois Valley Community College Board of Trustees meeting in December.
Dixon schools borrowing $4.5M to start financing 20-year curriculum plan
The Dixon School Board has approved a resolution to issue $4.5 million in working cash fund bonds at a 4.8% interest rate in a short-term borrowing plan to finance curriculum, technology and social-emotional services through 2045.