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Central Bank of Princeton donates $10,000 to Second Story Teen Center – Shaw Local

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(From left) Don J. Schiff, Julie Grady, Jeff VanAutreve, Dana VanAutreve and Rick Clary stand in for a $10,000 donation from Central Bank of Princeton to Second Story Teen Center. (Photo provided by Don J. Schiff)
President Rick Clary of Central Bank of Princeton announced a donation of $10,000 to the Second Story Teen Center’s new building project.
This contribution reflects Central Bank’s commitment to uplifting the communities it serves, embodying the essence of community banking by fostering growth, development and an enhanced quality of life, the bank said in a news release.
“At Central Bank, we recognize the importance of giving back to our communities,” Clary said in a news release. “Supporting initiatives like the Second Story Teen Center aligns with our mission to contribute positively to the well-being of those we serve.”
Central Bank expressed its gratitude to the Second Story Teen Center for its contributions to the youth of Bureau County, and reaffirms its commitment to continuing support for initiatives that make a tangible difference in the lives of the communities.
The Teen Center has been opened since 2009 and located above Johnson Carpet. Plans have been moving forward to build a 6,000 square foot building located at 125 S. Main St., Princeton.
The mission of the teen center is to offer the young people of Bureau County, sixth through 12th grades a sense of purpose and acceptance by providing an inclusive social atmosphere of companionship and encouraging conversation. The teen center strives to cultivate and nurture the full potential of younger generations through education, mentorship and support.
Second Story Teen Center is an incorporated 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Volunteers are welcome and for more information phone 815-303-4111.
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Motorcyclist dies in single-vehicle crash on Route 6 in Bureau County – Shaw Local

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A motorcyclist died after a single-vehicle crash on Route 6 east of the Interstate 180 overpass Thursday night, according to a news release from the Bureau County Sheriff’s Office.
The sheriff’s office responded at 11:38 p.m. Oct. 2 to the crash involving a 2011 Harley-Davidson traveling west, Sheriff James Reed said in the release. The motorcycle left the road, causing the rider to lose control and be ejected from the bike.
The rider was taken from the scene and later pronounced dead at OSF St. Clare Hospital in Princeton by Bureau County Coroner Kurt Workman. The coroner’s office is withholding the rider’s name pending family notification.
Agencies responding to the crash included the Bureau County Sheriff’s Office, the Bureau County Coroner’s Office, the Princeton Fire Department, Princeton emergency medical services, the Princeton Police Department, the DePue Police Department and Senica Towing.
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Peru library to host book clubs week of Feb. 12, other activities – Shaw Local

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The Peru Public Library, 1409 11th St., has a number of activities scheduled the week of Feb. 12. Call 815-223-0229 or go to perulibrary.org for more information. (Photo provided by Peru Library)
The Peru Public Library, 1409 11th St., has a number of activities scheduled the week of Feb. 12. Call 815-223-0229 or go to perulibrary.org for more information.
9:30 a.m. Monday, Feb. 12: Books and Babies, upstairs.
9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 13: Color Me Calm, upstairs.
11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 13: ImpactLife blood drive.
6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 13: 20-30 Something Book Club.
9:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 15: Thursday Tots, upstairs.
2 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 15: Afternoon Book Club, upstairs.
Friday, Feb. 16: Tech Help Fridays, by appointment.
10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 17: Peruvian Purlers, upstairs.
12:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17: SAT prep testing.
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Bureau County Sheriff’s Office partners on 2026 calendar project – Shaw Local

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The Bureau County Sheriff’s Office is partnering with Law Enforcement Partners of Bowling Green, Kentucky, to produce a 2026 department calendar. (Jayce Eustice)
The Bureau County Sheriff’s Office is partnering with Law Enforcement Partners of Bowling Green, Kentucky, to produce a 2026 department calendar.
Representatives will contact local businesses to seek sponsorships for advertising space on the calendars. Officials stress this is not a scam and the project supports drug prevention and awareness.
For questions, contact Sheriff Reed at 815-875-3344. The calendar project begins Monday, Sept. 29, with representatives Linda Mann, David Witty, Brett Ross, and Harley Riggins.
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‘Home for the Holidays’ light show coming to Princeton this December – Shaw Local

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Home for the Holidays light show is coming to Princeton December 2021 (Photo Contributed)
PRINCETON — The Princeton Area Chamber of Commerce and the Bureau County Fair have teamed up to bring an exciting new event to the fairgrounds this coming December.
Home for the Holidays will feature many stunning lighted Christmas displays sponsored by numerous Princeton and Bureau County area businesses, as well as many local families. This amazing event is sure to entertain people of all ages and spread a lot of holiday cheer.
Recently, a contest was held to choose a name for the event. The committee is happy to announce that the winner of the contest is Patty Gibson. She submitted the name suggestion Home for the Holidays. Event committee chairs, Kyle Burrows and Jenica Cole, stated that many people got involved in helping to name the event and after long discussion felt like Home for the Holidays was the perfect homage to the residents of Princeton and Bureau County.
The committee looks forward to making this a yearly tradition for residents and hopes that people from out of town come to enjoy the drive-thru display as well. Thank you to everyone who participated in the naming contest.
Anyone interested in sponsoring or donating to the event can contact Jenica Cole, executive director at the Princeton Area Chamber of Commerce. Email jcole@princeton-il.com or call 815-875-2616. You can also find more information on the Princeton Area Chamber of Commerce website under “events” at https://princetonchamber-il.com/ or check out the “Home for the Holidays” Facebook page.
The Home for the Holidays lighted Christmas drive-thru will be open Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights starting Saturday, Dec. 4. The event will wrap up on New Year’s Day, Saturday, Jan. 1. There are many holiday events being planned in conjunction with the light show and a calendar of events will be announced sometime later this spring.
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