La Salle celebrates Irish roots March 14 with ‘Digger’s Day’

La Salle will celebrate its Irish roots and canal heritage on Saturday, March 14, during Digger’s Day, a free event honoring the laborers who built the Illinois and Michigan Canal and helped establish the city.
Ottawa High students participate in Youth Advisory Council

Five Ottawa Township High School juniors participated in state Sen. Sue Rezin’s Youth Advisory Council at the Illinois State Capitol in Springfield on March 3.
Leland man charged with disarming, injuring Leland officer

A Leland man was picked up Thursday by U.S. Marshals and La Salle County sheriff’s deputies and charged with hurting and disarming a police officer.
Sweet Corn Festival road closures announced

Mendota has approved road closures for the 2026 Sweet Corn Festival.
Single-family home sells for $115,000 in Princeton

A single-family home has changed hands.
Residential home sells for $132,500 in Streator
La Salle celebrates Irish roots March 14 with ‘Digger’s Day’
Ottawa High students participate in Youth Advisory Council
Leland man charged with disarming, injuring Leland officer
Leland man charged with disarming, injuring Leland officer