IHSA finalizes plans to introduce shot clock for 2026-27 basketball seasons

Three Rivers Conference scheduling a crossover ‘shootout’ event for 2026-27 basketball season

Three Rivers Conference basketball teams will be adding a crossover “shootout” type event next season matching the teams from the East and West Divisions to determine an overall conference champion.

49th annual ICA All-Star Game set for Monday at Schweickert Stadium

The best senior players in Illinois, including six from the Illinois Valley area, will suit up for the 49th annual ICA All-Star Baseball Game on Monday at Schweickert Stadium in Peru.

New Jimmy John’s project approved for $180K loan from Mendota

The Mendota City Council approved the application of Art Riewaldt Jr. and his company, Riewaldt Inc., for the $180,000 RLF with a 5% interest rate over the 15-year life of the loan.

Tickets available next week for Sept. 24 Sheen beatification

Tickets for the Fulton Sheen beatification in St. Louis will be available the week of June 22, the Diocese of Peoria announced Thursday.

Cruise Night in Ottawa returns Friday

The 26th Annual Cruise Night will return to downtown Ottawa this Friday, June 19.