La Salle-Peru’s Aavery Hill qualifies for 2A discus finals: Friday’s NewsTribune roundup

Lacon financial advisor receives financial consultant designation

Edward Jones in Lacon financial advisor Mary Chambers recently received a Chartered Financial Consultant designation.

The Wave for Charities supports Officer Santa program in La Salle

Each year, The Wave for Charities selects a new cause to support through the Jeep Poker Run, and the Officer Santa Program was this year’s choice.

Princeton High School honor roll, 2nd semester 2025-26

Princeton High School announced its honor roll for the second semester of the 2025-26 school year.

Power numbers increasing among NewsTribune-area softball players

NewsTribune-area softball players have hit more home runs in each of the last five seasons. This spring, 44 players combined to hit 146 home runs, with four players hitting double-digit homers.

Streator Area United Way launches escape room fundraiser

The Streator Area United Way is inviting the community to solve puzzles, crack codes, and hunt for treasure this summer, all while raising money for local programs.