‘Adorable’ piglet found wandering California city
Since an owner couldn’t be located, the piglet is now being cared for by our friends at the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office‘s East County Animal Shelter.
OSF Saint Paul Medical Center honored for excellence in quality care
MENDOTA – The Illinois Critical Care Access Hospital Network recently recognized OSF HealthCare Saint Paul Medical Center in Mendota for its ongoing commitment to exceptional quality of care during a ceremony as part of their annual conference.
IVCC Scholarship to honor Peru teacher announced
OGLESBY – An Illinois Valley Community College Foundation scholarship has been established to honor the memory of Dorothy M. Soeder of Peru. Soeder, who taught kindergarten through second grade in Peru, died Oct. 15 at age 68.
CDC warns of Salmonella infections from Bearded Dragons
WASHINGTON DC – The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is reminding pet owners that contact with some lizards may directly lead to illness and hospitalizations. The Bearded Dragon will carry Salmonella germs in their droppings even
Florida man stops to charge ankle monitor while committing a crime
While Det. Pacheco attempted to figure out what was going on, Crider reached into his pockets, causing Det. Pacheco to hear several suspicious clicking sounds. When the suspect refused to keep his hands visible, he was immediately
IVCC to move commencement outside
OGLESBY – For the first time Illinois Valley Community College will hold their commencement ceremonies outside. IVCC President Jerry Corcoran announced the special change last week. Dr. Holly Novak, a Springfield cardiologist, will be the 2022 commencement
Jesse White Awards Nearly $6 Million to Libraries Focused on Pandemic Recovery
SPRINGFIELD – Illinois Secretary of State and State Librarian Jesse White has awarded nearly $6 million to libraries focused on responding directly to the COVID-19 pandemic by modifying services, transforming spaces and developing resources for their local
Mendota Police waiting on new SUV
MENDOTA – The replacement of Mendota Police Department vehicles will be delayed, with one SUV still not being delivered. At the Monday night Mendota City Council Meeting Police Chief Gregory Kellen said the last of four 2021
Ottawa man facing more charges after search of residence
OTTAWA – An Ottawa man already in custody after a TRI-Dent investigation into drug sales will be facing more charges after a search warrant was executed at a residence in Ottawa. Authorities say in addition to charges
Woodland High School to honor 1972 Elite Eight Basketball Team
STREATOR – It has been 50 years since the Woodland High School Boys Basketball team had a run into the Elite Eight, and they will be honoring the team Friday with a couple of events. There will