Mermaids, reptiles, rainbows. Oh My! Ottawa Family Pride Festival returns Saturday

Putnam County gets some early preparation for state

Putnam County Panthers got some preparation for Friday's Class 1A state semifinal, making at stop at the Corn Crib in Normal and Yard Goats indoor facility in Champaign. The Panthers (25-11) will face North Clay (35-4) at 1 p.m. Friday at Illinois Field.

Capron tree named land institute’s June Tree of the Month

The Natural Land Institute’s Legacy Tree Program named its June Tree of the Month an American Elm located at Capron United Methodist Church, 250 W. North St., Capron.

Kalmmd Petals & Presents opens in downtown Mendota

With flower shipments coming in later this week, Kalmmd is a one-stop shop for serious, humorous, creative and thoughtful presents.

IV Alzheimer’s Support Group to meet June 15 in Peru library

The Illinois Valley Alzheimer’s Caring Friends Support Group will meet at 6 p.m. Monday, June 15 in Peru Public Library.

More adult swim options added at La Salle pool

Adults in La Salle have a new opportunity to end the workday at the Veterans Memorial Pool.