The Bureau County History Center honored donors, members and volunteers who made possible the completion of the second phase of the cosmetic renovation of the former Matson Public Library during a special event April 10.

The following marriage licenses were recorded March 9 through April 8, 2025, at the Bureau County Courthouse.

Blissful Branch in Kewanee opened a second location in Sheffield, 113 S. Main St.

A blood drive is scheduled for the American Red Cross from 1 to 6 p.m. Friday, May 2, in the main room at the Ladd Community Center, 303 S. Central Ave., Ladd.

The Princeton Police Pension Fund Board will have a meeting at 1 p.m. Thursday, April 24, at the Princeton Police Department, 615 Elm Pl.

Chief Senachwine Chapter members learned April 5 the importance of good sleep, healthy eating and exercise (“Use it or Lose It”) from Dr. Tim Collins, doctor of Physical Therapy for OSF HealthCare.

The Hennepin Park District will be having its annual Easter egg hunt on Friday, April 18.

The AARP is hosting a driver safety program in Oglesby.

The Streator Key Club raised $350 for the Thirst Project with its Walk for Water on Saturday.