NewsTribune sports briefs for Friday, Aug. 18, 2023

IVCC athletes earned academic all-American honors and Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp pitcher Sebastian Gonzalez earned more postseason awards.
2023 NewsTribune girls tennis preview capsules

A look at the La Salle-Peru, St. Bede, Mendota and Princeton girls tennis teams.
2023 NewsTribune girls tennis preview capsules

A look at the La Salle-Peru, St. Bede, Mendota and Princeton girls tennis teams.
Bond reduced in Streator accidental shooting death

A Streator man accused of firing a shot that inadvertently struck and killed his 26-year-old son persuaded a judge Friday to cut his bond in half.
Trial postponed in Streator fatal shooting

A Streator man facing up to 145 years for allegedly killing a Streator woman and injuring two others has waived his right to a speedy trial. Malcolm Whitfield will be back in court Oct. 6.
Understanding Addiction: 3 Essential Things to Know

Maitri Path to Wellness – Addiction carries profound repercussions for individuals, families, and societies.
Kenney Jones, Karen Taylor win Hidden Lake Club championships

Kenney Jones and Karen Taylor repeated as Hidden Lake Golf Course club champions in tournament play on Aug. 12-13.
Swap Shop 8/18/23

YARD SALE 1512 Guiles Ave, Mendota Friday, Saturday 8-4, large smoker, air conditioner, dressers, teen clothes, Many more items FOR SALE A child’s tricycle, $5; a wooden outdoor porch rocking chair, $35; elliptical exercise bike, $15
High school golf: Previews for the 2023 season across The Times area

Check out our team-by-team boys and girls golf preview with top returners, newcomers and info on each local team for the 2023 season.
La Salle shooting trial set Nov. 27

A La Salle man will stand trial Nov. 27 for the accidental shooting of his brother, injuring him.