One year since first case of COVID-19 discovered in LaSalle County
OTTAWA – It was one year ago that the pandemic first arrived in LaSalle County. A teen was the first reported case, according to the LaSalle County Health Department. Since then, over 10,000 residents have tested positive
Old Utica bridge imploded Thursday
UTICA – With a thunderous boom the old bridge over the Illinois River in Utica was imploded Thursday morning. Crews detonated the metal framed structure, built in the early sixties just before 8 AM. Illinois 178
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LaSalle County Health Department reminding residents to check email for COVID-19 vaccination appointments this week
OTTAWA – The LaSalle County Health Department is reminding residents to check your email regarding COVID-19 vaccination sign-up. Please Check Your Email If: If you are 65 years and older AND registered in January, February, or March
Streator council announces plans to clean up the city
STREATOR – The city of Streator will be starting up a clean-up campaign. City Manager Dave Plyman announced the “Clean-Up Streator” Campaign at Wednesday’s city council meeting. The campaign’s mission is to make special efforts
Windy conditions expected for North Central Illinois
OTTAWA – Gusty winds are expected Thursday across North Central Illinois. The National Weather Service is predicting winds out of the Northeast gusting as high as 50 mph. A wind advisory will remain in effect until 7
St. Columba Church repairs to close alley in Ottawa
OTTAWA – Repairs to the roof of St. Columba Church will require an alley to be closed in Ottawa. City officials say the 100 block of West Washington Street from Columbus Street west to the alley will