St. Bede soccer loses to Abingdon-Avon in first game held at Academy
In the first soccer game held at St. Bede, the Bruins lost 7-0 to Abingdon-Avon on Wednesday.
Gamma Phi chapter welcomes five new members

Gamma Phi chapter welcomes five new members
The Gamma Phi Chapter of the Illinois State Organization of Delta Kappa Gamma Society International recently welcomed five new members during its September and October meetings.
Streator panel recommends two facade grants worth $30K
Two buildings in downtown Streator are a step closer to getting a fresh look after the planning commission agreed Tuesday to send a positive recommendation for facade improvement grants.
Streator panel recommends two facade grants worth $30K

Three Rivers Conference volleyball update on Oct. 15, 2025

Three Rivers Conference volleyball update on Oct. 15, 2025
Here’s a look at the Three Rivers Conference volleyball standings on Oct. 15. Princeton finishes at 7-3 in second place. E-P stands atop at 9-0
BCR Leaderboard for area leaders through Week 7, 2025

BCR Leaderboard for area leaders through Week 7, 2025
Here’s a look at the area leaders from Bureau Valley, Hall, Princeton and St. Bede through Week 7 of the 2025 season
Photos: Four decades later I‑39 celebrates 40 years since Mendota launch
Forty years ago, Interstate 39 opened from Mendota to Rockford. On Friday, Oct. 18, 1985, Former Illinois Gov. Jim Thompson stepped out from a stagecoach and was escorted about 100 yards in the coach to speak to