Hall used a big run in the first set and then came through in a back-and-forth second set to come away  with a 25-20, 25-20 victory over Mendota on Tuesday.

Behind four goals from Isaac Diaz, Mendota improved to 5-1 with a shutout win in boys soccer action. Plus more golf and volleyball scores in Tuesday's NewsTribune roundup.

Something a little different to help get runners in shape and excited for the season is what Ottawa cross country coach Dan Heaver had in mind when putting together the Ottawa Nautical Mile Relays. Mission accomplished.

Dani Holland interviewed Vital Life Foundation Executive Director Johanna Senn for the Dream Flight event that happened at the Illinois Valley Regional Airport in Peru. There were nine veterans in total who were honored.

The cross country season is underway. Here are the team-by-team girls previews with top returners, key newcomers and info on every The Times area squad for the 2025 season.

The Oglesby American Legion will hold its monthly taco night from 4:30-7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 10.

Maitri Path to Wellness - Recovery is a journey worth celebrating—and this September, the community is invited to do just that at the 2nd Annual Recovery Awareness Event, hosted by Maitri Path to Wellness.

A look at the La Salle-Peru, St. Bede, Mendota, Princeton, Bureau Valley, Amboy-LaMoille-Ohio, Henry-Midland and Fieldcrest girls cross country teams.

The next Diabetes Support Group meeting will take place from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 11, at OSF HealthCare Saint Paul Medical Center, Conference Room C, 1401 E. 12th St., Mendota.

The Illinois Extension Master Naturalist program is designed for adults who want to have a positive impact on their community by serving as environmental stewards and naturalists.

The Hegeler Carus Mansion has upgraded the Mansion’s driveway thanks to a donation of gravel provided by Tri Con Materials, according to a Hegeler Carus news release.

The AARP Driver Safety Program is a classroom and online driver refresher course designed for drivers 50 years or older. The program aims to help participants retain their driving competency.

Emergency crews responded early Sunday morning to a two-vehicle crash outside of Mendota where three people were hospitalized with minor injuries while the other driver fled the scene.

The Illinois Valley Hispanic Partnership Council’s 2025 Queen Queen Litzy Celis will host a special story time event at 6 p.m. Monday, Sept. 8, at the Graves-Hume Public Library in Mendota.

Catch up on the week’s top Illinois Valley news and sports in minutes for August 24-30. Hear the week’s 5 most popular stories, read aloud for you

The La Salle-Peru boys soccer team won the Earlville War on 34 Tournament, the Mendota girls tennis team won the Newman Invite and more results in Saturday's NewsTribune roundup.

La Salle-Peru scored a touchdown with 2:09 left but couldn't convert the two-point conversion in a 23-21 loss to United Township on Saturday.

Fieldcrest honored alumnus and Cincinnati Bengals tight end Cam Grandy during halftime of Friday's game against Tri-Valley.

IVCC women’s tennis coach Julie Milota said the Eagles "should take the region title" this season.

The Hall-Putnam County football team lost 40-21 to Orion in its season opener Friday.

A look at the La Salle-Peru, St. Bede, Mendota and Princeton girls tennis teams for the 2025 season.

Bureau Valley senior Wyatt Novotny shot a 1-under-par 70 on Friday to tie for second in Riverdale’s Wayne Brinkmeier Invitational and more results in Friday's NewsTribune roundup.

Coming into Friday’s opener, Fieldcrest knew it was going to have to play near perfect ball against Class 2A No. 2-ranked Tri-Valley, but the Knights’ six turnovers were too much to overcome as they fell 52-12 in Minonk.

The La Salle-Peru at United Township football game was postponed Friday due to inclement weather and will be resumed at 1 p.m. Saturday. The Cavaliers trail 16-15 with 9:44 left in the second quarter

IVCC expects to be competitive due to returning goalkeeper Jabu Mooketsi, who is the all-time leader for shutouts in program history.

The window for Joshua Casey to stand trial for murder in 2025 is closing fast. Casey doesn’t have new trial dates and it looks unlikely he’ll get them before the holidays.

Trinity United Church of Christ in La Salle will hold a fundraiser from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 9 at Culver’s in Peru.

Using an Elks National Foundation $1,000 Gratitude Grant, the Oglesby Elks have helped the Ottawa Police Benevolent Association with their 2025 back-to-school shopping program.

Candidates in the Illinois primary race to replace longtime US Sen. Dick Durbin will address La Salle County Democrats on Saturday, Sept 27 in Utica.

More than 100 health professions students marked the completion of their programs with pinning and graduation ceremonies at Illinois Valley Community College this summer.

Oglesby Elks Lodge #2360 is cooperating with the Illinois Valley Sunrise Rotary Club District 6420 to help fund the Rotary’s Youth Exchange Program.

The Aden Lamps Foundation will host its annual golf outing fundraiser Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025, at Spring Creek Golf Course in Spring Valley.

Joseph Perez shot a 74 to help Hall place fifth at the La Salle-Peru Invite and more golf, volleyball, soccer, cross country and tennis results in Thursday's NewsTribune roundup.

A Mendota man accused of setting fire to his apartment complex – damage was not significant – will stand trial Nov. 17.

I’ve been scooped before, but never by my own paper. It was quite a shock when I saw Tuesday that we had broken a story about Peru getting a new Chick-fil-A location.

Northern IL Home Search - Timing may have a big impact when it comes to selling your house. While it’s possible to sell successfully any time of year, certain seasons and market conditions tend to bring better results in terms of price, speed, and buyer interest.

The IVCC women's soccer team increased its win total by four last season and with several key returners along with impact freshmen, the Eagles look to improve their record again in 2025.

Nikki Tonioni, owner of Flower Bar, purchased Valley Flowers in 2024.

OSF Saint Paul Medical Center in Mendota recently received a 4-star rating from the National Rural Rating System, which recognizes rural and critical access hospitals for quality care and patient satisfaction.

The Henry-Senachwine boys golf team won the Stark County Rebel Invite and more golf, soccer, volleyball and cross country results in Wednesday's NewsTribune roundup.

After 15 years, Diane Kinzer announced her plans to retire at the end of October. 

The Thirsty Mule, a nod to the mules that pulled the boats through the I&M Canal, will open at 541 1st St., the location of the former Social Kitchen that closed in 2019.

Here is the list of La Salle County couples who applied for marriage licenses from Aug. 1 through Aug. 15, 2025.

Utica has canceled its remaining meetings for the month of August.

The La Salle County Sheriff’s Office announced Wednesday the creation of an annual fundraiser, “Run the River for Respect 5K” to be held Sunday, Sept. 14 at Heritage Harbor, Ottawa.

The Pink Ribbon Club of the Illinois Valley recently held a series of events.

With seven starters back from its Class 1A third-place team, the Mendota boys soccer team is looking to bring home a state title this fall.

A look at La Salle-Peru, DePue-Hall, Princeton and Earlville boys soccer teams entering the 2025 season.

The IVCC women's team returns four runners from last season, while the men's side has just one returner.

A La Salle County grand jury convened Tuesday and returned the following indictments