250-year old Witness Tree in Bureau County taken down Friday

The Witness Tree, a burr oak believed to be more than 250 years old, reached the end of its lifespan and was taken down Friday, the Bureau County Soil and Water Conservation District said.
Jayce Eustice joins American Red Cross communications team

The American Red Cross of Illinois announced Jayce Eustice joined the organization as a new communications manager.
Jayce Eustice joins American Red Cross communications team

The American Red Cross of Illinois announced Jayce Eustice joined the organization as a new communications manager.
New Orleans Jazz Fest to feature Rolling Stones, Foo Fighters, Neil Young and more

The New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival revealed that The Rolling Stones, Foo Fighters, Neil Young and Crazy Horse and Chris Stapleton are among the headliners that will perform at this year’s event. The eight-day fest will
La Moille school district to host ‘Frozen 2′ showing Feb. 25

“Frozen 2″ will be shown 1 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 25, at La Moille Junior/Senior High School.
La Moille school district to host ‘Frozen 2′ showing Feb. 25

“Frozen 2″ will be shown 1 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 25, at La Moille Junior/Senior High School.
Beyoncé announces new country-themed album ‘Act II: Renaissance’ during Super Bowl

Beyoncé surprised fans when she announced new country-themed music during Super Bowl LVIII. The 42-year-old superstar posted a video via Instagram on Sunday, February 11, and announced that her next release, titled ‘Act II: Renaissance’ will drop
Beyoncé announces new country-themed album ‘Act II: Renaissance’ during Super Bowl

Beyoncé surprised fans when she announced new country-themed music during Super Bowl LVIII. The 42-year-old superstar posted a video via Instagram on Sunday, February 11, and announced that her next release, titled ‘Act II: Renaissance’ will drop
Ozzy Osbourne, Lenny Kravitz, Cher among 2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has revealed the nominees for 2024. Mary J. Blige, Mariah Carey, Cher, Dave Matthews Band, Eric B. & Rakim, Foreigner, Peter Frampton, Jane’s Addiction, Kool & the Gang, Lenny Kravitz,
Bureau County Property Transfers: January 1-15, 2024

The following property transfers were recorded for Jan. 1-15, 2024, at the Bureau County Recorder of Deeds’ office in the Bureau County Courthouse.