Pistol Shrimp’s rally falls short against Hoots

The Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp scored four runs in the final three innings but came up short against the O’Fallon Hoots on Wednesday.
Streator to buy license plate readers, increase patrols after Sunday’s shooting

The Streator City Council set plans in motion Wednesday to buy license plate reader cameras at the entrance points of the city and move forward on a nuisance abatement complaint of a rental property not far from
Passerby credited for limiting Streator porch fire damage

The Streator Fire Department recognized a passerby on Wednesday for preventing a porch fire from spreading to a house on the 200 block of East Broadway Street.
Waltham Elementary to expand? Board to hear design presentation

Waltham Elementary’s school in Utica still is new, but there is a space crunch – and that has set off preliminary talks about an expansion to the building’s north side.
The Times 2023 Tennis Players of the Year: Ottawa’s No. 1 doubles team of brothers Adam and Noah Gross

Following a season that saw them win a doubles I-8 championship, a Class 1A sectional title and advance to the state meet, Ottawa’s Adam and Noah Gross are The Times 2023 Tennis Players of the Year.
Photos: Magician Rob Thompson entertains Ottawa youth

Magician Rob Thompson put on a show Wednesday at Central Intermediate School that was sponsored by Ottawa Recreation.
La Salle County marriage licenses: May 15-31, 2023

Here are the La Salle County marriage listings from May 15 through May 31, 2023.
Morris Hospital adds advanced mammography system to Ottawa

Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers has added an advanced mammography system to its Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists office at 1300 Starfire Drive in Ottawa.
Sugar Showdown: Examining the Health Effects of Natural Sugars vs. Added Sugars

Seattle Sutton’s – There are two types of sugars in the diet, added sugars and naturally occurring sugars.
Peru Mall retailer moves near Kohl’s

After many years in the Peru Mall, Spencer Gifts is moving to a new location.