Ottawa shut out L-P 10-0 on Thursday, April 30, 2026 at the L-P Athletic Complex in La Salle. The Pirates raised the Illinois River Rivalry trophy after knocking off the Cavaliers.

Construction is underway at the Princeton Fire Department to add new sleeping quarters adjacent to the fire trucks, creating more space and improving efficiency for crew members. The expansion comes after space concerns were raised to the Princeton City Council last June, marking the first major update to the station since 1978, with completion expected by early fall.

The Utica Knights of Columbus dontated $2,500 to the Illinois Valley Food Pantry on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 in Peru.

The LaSalle-Peru softball team traveled to Sycamore Thursday to take on the Spartans in a rainy Interstate 8 Conference matchup.

Illinois Valley Chamber of Commerce held its annual block party on Wednesday, April 29, 2029 at the Illinois Valley Regional Airport in Peru. The party is part of the chambers' business after-hours events, showcasing businesses, products, and services in a casual environment to gain awareness, network, and grow the client base. Businesses can also hold a before or after-hours event.

Ottawa defeated L-P 10-7 on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at the L-P Athletic Complex in La Salle.

St. Bede defeated Marquette 13-6 on Tuesday, April 23, 2026 at June Cross Field in Ottawa.

Marquette defeated St. Bede 6-1 on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at Masinelli Field in Ottawa.

The City of Mendota held a Color Fun Run 5K on Sunday, April 25, 2026 at Lake Mendota. All proceeds from the event will help with youth and family activities hosted by Live Well Mendota and Next Gen Leaders.