Maribeth M. Wilson

Volunteers spent 40 hours upgrading the fence and wrapped up on Saturday, Aug. 23, in time for this year’s Homestead Festival.

The event featured a flag presentation by the American Legion, historical reenactments, campaign music and remarks from local leaders.

More than 100 health professions students marked the completion of their programs with pinning and graduation ceremonies at Illinois Valley Community College this summer.

There’s really nothing to report at this time,” Mayor Ken Kolowski said. “But, things are in motion.”

More than three decades have passed since the disappearance and death of Tammy Jo Zywicki, an Iowa college student, last seen after her car broke down on Interstate 80 near La Salle. Her case remains unsolved.

Peru City Council approved a bid Monday to construct a dog park on Water Street.

Out of more than 100 applications, only 30 chapters nationwide were chosen for this unique opportunity, according to an L-P news release.

Rosati’s in Mendota closed its doors on Monday.

Illinois Valley Community College campuses in Oglesby and Ottawa will be closed for the Labor Day holiday on Monday, Sept. 1, according to an IVCC news release.

A total of 148 students earned 169 degrees and certificates this summer at Illinois Valley Community College.

Wanniarachchi will offer several general podiatry services, as well as specializing in advanced foot and ankle and wound care, according to a news release.

Beck’s Oil will tear down the former Immaculate Conception Church and build a gas station, convenience store and car wash in Streator.

The Ladd American Legion Auxiliary, Post 938, will meet at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 2, at the Legion Hall, 111 S. Main St.

The Illinois Valley Community College Board of Trustees hired a building contractor for the College’s new agricultural education center on Tuesday, according to an IVCC news release.

The Starved Rock Country Community Foundation will celebrate its 10th anniversary this fall.