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The Putnam County Public Library District’s Condit Branch invites the public to attend a free craft workshop, “Decorative Bird Houses,” at 4 p.m. Thursday, March 19.

Dimmick Consolidated School announced its honor roll for the second trimester of the 2025-26 school year.

Oglesby Washington School released its honor and high honor rolls for the second trimester of the 2025-26 school year.

The Bureau Valley Schools Foundation has awarded over $15,000 in classroom grants across the district.

The Village of Seneca passed an ordinance on March 2 prohibiting the sale and distribution of so-called 'gas station drugs.'
Bar Dolci opens later this month, offering two distinct experiences under one roof.

Prospective homebuyers considering the real estate market had a range of options in various neighborhoods throughout the region during the past week. We outline recent property sales in La Salle County, all of which featured properties at the price point of $200,000 or under.

A 1,568-square-foot residential property, built in 1977, has changed hands.

Five Ottawa Township High School juniors participated in state Sen. Sue Rezin’s Youth Advisory Council at the Illinois State Capitol in Springfield on March 3.


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