2026 World Cup draws local attention

Temporary closures planned for Zearing Park walking path over holiday weekend

Parts of the walking path at Zearing Park in Princeton will be temporarily closed during the city’s Fourth of July festivities.

Women Inspired Network hosts trivia night to fund scholarships

The Women Inspired Network will host a “Girls Just Wanna Have Funds” trivia night at 5:30 p.m. Friday, July 10, at the Oglesby Elks Lodge, 800 E. Walnut St., Oglesby.

Peru Public Library wins $25,000 literacy grant

The Peru Public Library recently announced it was selected for a Literacy Bridges: Empowering 21st Century Communities grant.

Grandeur restored: Hegeler Carus Mansion secures first-ever state grant for major restoration

Tours and events will continue during the restoration.

2026 World Cup draws local attention

The bump in participation and interest in soccer around the World Cup is a phenomenon that Raketic has experienced throughout his camp locations in the Midwest, including the Illinois Valley.