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CHICAGO — The effects of President Donald Trump’s planned tariffs on allies and rivals are yet to be seen, but farmers i...
02/23/2025

CHICAGO — The effects of President Donald Trump’s planned tariffs on allies and rivals are yet to be seen, but farmers in Illinois are bracing for their impact – even as they wait years for Congress to pass long-term federal spending legislation.

CHICAGO — The effects of President Donald Trump’s planned tariffs on allies and rivals are yet to be seen, but farmers in Illinois are bracing for their impact – even

The Watseka Warrior Mathletes competed at the Annual ICTM-Parkland Regional Math Competition Feb. 22.
02/23/2025

The Watseka Warrior Mathletes competed at the Annual ICTM-Parkland Regional Math Competition Feb. 22.

On February 20th, 2025, Iroquois County Sheriffs Police arrested Malachi J. Lindsey, age 29, of Chicago. According to po...
02/23/2025

On February 20th, 2025, Iroquois County Sheriffs Police arrested Malachi J. Lindsey, age 29, of Chicago. According to police reports, Lindsey was wanted on an outstanding Iroquois County warrant charging him with failure to report accident or injury…

On February 201h, 2025, Iroquois County Sheriffs Police arrested Malachi J. Lindsey, age 29, of Chicago. According to police reports, Lindsey was wanted on an outstanding Iroquois County warrant charging

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02/23/2025

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SPRINGFIELD, IL- Winding through the heart of Illinois’ 53rd Senate District, Route 66 has long been a gateway to advent...
02/19/2025

SPRINGFIELD, IL- Winding through the heart of Illinois’ 53rd Senate District, Route 66 has long been a gateway to adventure, history, and economic growth, especially in Pontiac, where the highway’s legacy remains a vibrant part of the community. To …

SPRINGFIELD, IL- Winding through the heart of Illinois’ 53rd Senate District, Route 66 has long been a gateway to adventure, history, and economic growth, especially in Pontiac, where the highway’s

A bill that could help Indiana absorb nearly three-dozen Illinois counties breezed through committee Monday — although a...
02/19/2025

A bill that could help Indiana absorb nearly three-dozen Illinois counties breezed through committee Monday — although a border shakeup appears unlikely.

Your gut is home to trillions of tiny microorganisms, like bacteria, that play an important role in overall health, infl...
02/19/2025

Your gut is home to trillions of tiny microorganisms, like bacteria, that play an important role in overall health, influencing digestion, immunity and even mood. This community of microorganisms is called your gut microbiome. Maintaining a balanced…

Your gut is home to trillions of tiny microorganisms, like bacteria, that play an important role in overall health, influencing digestion, immunity and even mood. This community of microorganisms is

The Iroquois County Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan is now available for public review.
02/19/2025

The Iroquois County Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan is now available for public review.

Crescent City Grade School celebrates 100th day of school
02/19/2025

Crescent City Grade School celebrates 100th day of school

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With the bitter cold taking hold of the area, Iroquois County Emergency Management Agency Coordinator Scott Anderson has...
02/19/2025

With the bitter cold taking hold of the area, Iroquois County Emergency Management Agency Coordinator Scott Anderson has announced warming centers will be available for residents in Iroquois County, ensuring the most vulnerable residents are safe du…

With the bitter cold taking hold of the area, Iroquois County Emergency Management Agency Coordinator Scott Anderson has announced warming centers will be available for residents in Iroquois County, ensuring

There is still time to join the "For the Love of Reading" Challenge! Show us how much you love reading by logging your m...
02/19/2025

There is still time to join the "For the Love of Reading" Challenge! Show us how much you love reading by logging your minutes and earning badges. Each badge you earn will grant you one entry into the prize drawing at the end of the challenge! Pleas…

There is still time to join the "For the Love of Reading" Challenge! Show us how much you love reading by logging your minutes and earning badges. Each badge you

Kankakee, February 17 – Although the American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Kankakee County is not until June 14, wor...
02/19/2025

Kankakee, February 17 – Although the American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Kankakee County is not until June 14, work is beginning now to build the celebration that will bring together passionate supporters who embody the American Cancer Society…

Kankakee, February 17 – Although the American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Kankakee County is not until June 14, work is beginning now to build the celebration that will

DANVILLE, IL (02/13/2025) - Lakeview College of Nursing awarded numerous scholarships for the spring 2025 semester.
02/19/2025

DANVILLE, IL (02/13/2025) - Lakeview College of Nursing awarded numerous scholarships for the spring 2025 semester.

St. Paul’s Lutheran School of Woodworth is hosting Informational Parent Meetings for Prekindergarten and Kindergarten cl...
02/18/2025

St. Paul’s Lutheran School of Woodworth is hosting Informational Parent Meetings for Prekindergarten and Kindergarten classes for 2025-26 and an Open House from 6-7 pm for 1st – 8th grade on Thursday, February 27th.

St. Paul’s Lutheran School of Woodworth is hosting Informational Parent Meetings for Prekindergarten and Kindergarten classes for 2025-26 and an Open House from 6-7 pm for 1st – 8th grade

This week, on Saturday February 15th, the 8th Grade Boys Basketball Team headed to state! Along with their success of wi...
02/18/2025

This week, on Saturday February 15th, the 8th Grade Boys Basketball Team headed to state! Along with their success of winning Regionals on February 7th and Sectionals on February 10th, this was Coach Clint Liefer’s 1st time as a Head Coach heading t…

This week, on Saturday February 15th, the 8th Grade Boys Basketball Team headed to state! Along with their success of winning Regionals on February 7th and Sectionals on February 10th,

On February 11th, 2025, Milford Police Department arrested Arturo Martinez, 31, of Kentland Indiana. According to police...
02/18/2025

On February 11th, 2025, Milford Police Department arrested Arturo Martinez, 31, of Kentland Indiana. According to police reports, Officers went to an address in the 200 block of W. Frederick in Milford where they believed Martinez was. Martinez was …

On February 11th, 2025, Milford Police Department arrested Arturo Martinez, 31, of Kentland Indiana. According to police reports, Officers went to an address in the 200 block of W. Frederick

The Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever organizations are assisting landowners in establishing pollinator or wildlife ha...
02/17/2025

The Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever organizations are assisting landowners in establishing pollinator or wildlife habitats that benefit upland birds, grassland birds and farmer profitability.

(Family Features) While diabetes gets a lot of attention, people with Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) are frequently overlooked wh...
02/17/2025

(Family Features) While diabetes gets a lot of attention, people with Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) are frequently overlooked when drug companies develop new medications.

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Watseka firefighters raise the American flag at Knapp Funeral Home.

For the final time this season Milford thanks their fans for coming. They finish the season 25-2.

Milford player intros before tonight's game.

Here is the match point from Watseka's Super-Sectional.

The Iroquois West cheerleaders and the Watseka cheerleaders joined together to create a dance to Katy Perry's "Roar" to spread the message for breast cancer awareness. The cheerleaders performed the dance during halftime of Friday's football game between Iroquois West and Watseka.

IC Sports Roundup week 9 gives a look at the upcoming games as well as in-depth analysis from Central head coach Brian Spooner, Watseka head coach Steve Lucas and Milford head coach Clint Schwartz.

Sports writer Jordan Pottorff breaks down tonight's games and visits with Watseka head coach Steve Lucas, PBL head coach Jeff Graham and Iroquois West head coach Matt Wasilewski.

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