Shaw Local News Network

Illinois Valley Community College will display artwork created by high school and college students through April 24 as part of its annual Art Show.

Putnam County High School’s Interact Club will host a spring blood drive on April 24 in partnership with Putnam County Rotary and the American Red Cross.

The Ottawa Public Works Department is hiring junior laborers for summer employment to maintain parks and public spaces.

All community members are welcome to donate. Donors will receive a $15 e-gift card.

An author with roots in Byron is preparing to release his debut novel, “Reflections in the Dark: A Horror-Noir”, on April 21.

The Prophetstown library will host CPR training from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 7.

Polo Area Community Theatre is hosting a family game day on Sunday, April 19, at PACT’s home in Polo.

Riverdale Middle School in Port Byron announces student achievements in the third quarter for straight As, high honor roll and perfect attendance.

Illinois Valley Community College will host its annual SciFest on April 17 at 7 p.m. in the College Gymnasium, featuring more than 100 interactive science demonstrations and experiments.

DeKalb High School is set to open its spring production the musical “Hairspray the Broadway Musical,” April 16.

Museum director Roger Matile will present at 1 p.m. “The History of Kendall County, Part I, From Prehistoric Times Through the Civil War” at the museum, 72 Polk St., Oswego.

The National Alliance on Mental Illness McHenry County’s upcoming annual gala has a new name and venue this year.

Jeanne Roppolo of Ottawa will talk about her experience in Antarctica at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 18, at the Oregon Coliseum Museum.

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Illinois Valley Community College is hosting a panel of local lenders April 28 to help aspiring entrepreneurs navigate the biggest obstacle to starting a business: securing capital.