Illinois Valley Indivisible held a “Defend Our Democracy” rally on Saturday, July 12, in downtown Ottawa. The event began with a sign-making session at Bold and Curvy Boutique before moving to Washington Square.
Police recruiting numbers are on the upswing with deputies and officers graduating from the academy at a higher rate. La Salle County Sheriff brought on two rookie officers this year.
The La Salle County 4-H Fair held its rodeo on Friday, July 11.