Jack Oester's two-run single gave Princeton baseball a win over Mendota, the DePue-Hall and Mendota girls soccer teams won, and more in Monday's NewsTribune roundup.

The University of Illinois Extension will offer a hands-on sourdough starter workshop from 10:30 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, May 12, at Illinois Valley Community College.

Norberg Memorial Home - At Norberg Memorial Home, Inc. & Monuments, being rooted in Bureau County since 1903 means more than simply serving families—it means caring for our neighbors, honoring lives, and giving back to the community that has trusted us for generations.

Illinois Valley Community College will display artwork created by high school and college students through April 24 as part of its annual Art Show.

The La Salle Public Library, 305 Marquette St., will hold several events and programs in April.

The Illinois Valley YMCA will hold a free Healthy Kids Day for families beginning at noon on Saturday, April 18.

Illinois Valley Community College will host its annual SciFest on April 17 at 7 p.m. in the College Gymnasium, featuring more than 100 interactive science demonstrations and experiments.

The Princeton-Illinois and Illini chapters of the Daughters of the American Revolution recently celebrated their 130th anniversaries with a luncheon Saturday, April 4, at Lock 16 Cafe in La Salle.

Illinois Valley Community College is hosting a panel of local lenders April 28 to help aspiring entrepreneurs navigate the biggest obstacle to starting a business: securing capital.

The recognition of half a century of dedication and passion for Starved Rock featured speakers, photos and memories from Grivetti’s time at the park and as the leader of the foundation.

The L-P girls track and field team won its invitational, Princeton girls soccer won its tournament, Geno Dinges threw a two-hit shutout for St. Bede baseball and more in Saturday's NewsTribune roundup.

Carol Wiedmann (R-Earlville) was appointed Thursday, April 9, 2026, to the La Salle County Board.

Farmers wouldn’t mind a little more rain, but a wet March has effectively snapped a months-long drought across North Central Illinois – indeed, across most of the state.

The Mendota baseball and softball teams beat Earlville, three L-P softball players hit home runs in a win over Rock Falls and more in Friday's NewsTribune roundup.

The Starved Rock Country Community Foundation announced the establishment of the Support Our Soldiers Field of Interest Fund.

Shaw Local Radio's Zane Trumann interviewed head coach Fran Baker of the Illinois Valley Rugby Club in preparation for their home opener against the Arlington Heights Stallions this Saturday

Brennan & Stuart - Umbrella insurance is a type of personal liability coverage that goes beyond the limits of standard insurance policies such as home or auto.

Bureau, La Salle, Marshall and Putnam counties 4-H members recently built skills and learned about new interests during the Spring into 4-H Workshop held at Illinois Valley Community College.

A ghost gun was drawn during a fight at Love’s in Oglesby, La Salle County prosecutors said, and the suspect was an ex-con with no business handling a firearm.

The first COVID-19 fraudster sentenced in La Salle County thought her five-year prison term was excessive, but Ebony Green is dropping her post-trial motions.

Illinois Valley PADS - Illinois Valley Public Action to Deliver Shelter (IV PADS) provides essential services that help individuals experiencing homelessness regain stability and independence.

The Hegeler Carus Mansion will host a Mother’s Day Brunch from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 9, in the mansion’s main level.

Wallace Center for Hearing - Tinnitus is a common condition often described as ringing, buzzing, or humming in the ears when no external sound is present.

Come make memories and leave looking like a rainbow at the 5K run that starts at the soccer fields of Lake Mendota Park and takes runners around Lake Mendota and Lake Kakusha while getting splashed with eight different colors.

Stage 212 is holding auditions for “The Drowsy Chaperone” at 6 p.m. Friday, April 17, and 12 p.m. Saturday, April 18, at Lighted Way in La Salle, according to a press release.

Illinois Valley Regional Dispatch has been recognized by the International Academies of Emergency Dispatch as an Accredited Center of Excellence for emergency fire dispatching.

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

The La Salle-Peru softball team recorded 14 hits, seven for extra bases including a second-inning home run by Kelsey Frederick, to fuel a 17-3 victory in five innings over host Newark on Tuesday.

The Peru City Council unanimously approved an ordinance Monday governing e-bikes and other low-speed devices – and the police issued a warning that riders had better obey the new rules.

The Oglesby City Council observed a moment of silence Monday for George Cullinan, a one-time mayor who served in the 1990s.

St. Bede Academy science teacher Dan Fitzpatrick has been selected to attend a prestigious international science program this August at CERN in Geneva, Switzerland.

Grand Ridge United Methodist Church will hold a potluck supper and gospel concert featuring the Wanda Mountain Boys Saturday, April 11.

AARP will offer a driver safety refresher course April 13-14 at Mendota Area Senior Services, designed to help drivers 50 and older maintain driving competency and stay safe on the road.

Kids ranging from 18 months to 10 years old participated in the 2026 Mendota YMCA Easter egg hunt. These kids scrambled to find over 1,000 eggs Monday morning at Veterans Park, including three golden eggs that when found, could be exchanged for a gift basket. This is the fifth year that the Mendota YMCA has had this event, and the fourth at Veterans Park.

Kettman Heating & Plumbing - Spring brings warmer weather and blooming landscapes, but it also introduces pollen, dust, and other allergens that can make life uncomfortable for many homeowners.

Illinois Valley Community College’s Board of Trustees celebrated student achievement on Monday, March 16, as President Tracy Morris announced winners of two annual essay contests.

A keen-eyed motorist may have saved a Peru church from fire early Easter Sunday.

Dinner includes chicken (light, dark or tenders), potato, salad and dessert. Dine-in or carryout options are available.

Illinois Valley Community College student and teacher Kealey Rick was recently named a Golden Apple Scholar of Illinois.

A look at the boys track and field teams in the NewsTribune area for the 2026 season.

The plant sale began as a fundraiser to support the guild’s operating expenses and activities and educational programs in 1998.

The University of Illinois Extension will offer a diabetes support group from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Thursday, April 9, in the OSF HealthCare Saint Paul Medical Center’s conference room C, 1401 E. 12th St., Mendota.

The University of Illinois Extension will hold a free Tomato Troubles educational program from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 23, at the Oglesby Public Library, 111 S. Woodland Ave, Oglesby.

The Mendota Historical Society will hold a “Dr. Letitia Westgate: Medical Pioneer” program led by author Denise Moran at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 16, at the Mendota Museum and Historical Society’s program space.

A spaghetti meal costs $15. $5 cash raffle tickets and $1 raffle basket tickets will also be available for purchase.

High school and college students will compete in separate divisions, showcasing their skills, learning about the industry and networking with representatives from local companies and IVCC instructors.

The University of Illinois Extension recently held its annual Oglesby Agronomy Summit for Illinois farmers, ag professionals and community members.

A look at the girls track and field teams in the NewsTribune area for the 2026 season.

The 881-kilowatt system is expected to span approximately 50,000 square feet of roof space and generate approximately 1 million kilowatt-hours of renewable energy annually that will help power the facility plant, offsetting roughly 700 metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions each

The La Salle-Peru Area Career Center is partnering with a creative agency led by local alumni to produce digital content showcasing its career and technical education programs.