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Two OSF HealthCare lifeflight helicopters landed on a farm in the 13000 block of County Road 950 North just south of Granville after two people fell into a grain bin on Monday, Jan. 26, 2026. Emergency responders worked to extract the victims from the hazardous situation. Residents are advised to avoid the area during emergency operations.
The shop, currently at 225 Backbone Road, will move to 902 N. Main St., the former location of Sean Philip Bridals, which closed in March 2025.
The suspect in the Streator strangulation will stand trial for murder on June 1.
Earlville Jr./Sr. High School is having a fundraiser to raise money for the class of 2032.
The Reddick Public Library District in Ottawa will host several programs and events in February.
The Putnam County Public Library District’s McNabb Branch will host “Bird Snack Station” at 4 p.m. on Wednesday.
The Somonauk Public Library, 700 E. La Salle St., will host several programs and events in February.
The Putnam County Public Library District’s Granville Branch will host a free craft workshop at 4 p.m. Tuesday.
The Streator Public Library recently announced its upcoming events and programs for February.
Streator firefighters extinguished a fire at a restaurant at 720 East Main St. on Saturday morning despite subzero temperatures.
Spring Valley Ford will consolidate with Schimmer Ford in Peru and Mendota Ford, following nearly 17 years of operation, Owner and President Jeff Schimmer announced.
As Shaw Media celebrates its 175th anniversary, we looked back at four front pages from January 26, including coverage of the infamous 1967 blizzard
School districts across the Illinois Valley have announced full closures, shifts to e-learning or delays on Monday due to dangerously cold temperatures and wind chills forecast for the region.
Streator City Council voted to ratify a $60K payment of delinquent property taxes on the former Eagle 6 Theater property at North Point Plaza.

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Graduates and their degrees or certificates are listed by hometown. The students are eligible to participate in the college’s spring commencement.
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The Streator Public Library recently announced its upcoming events and programs for February.
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Dennis and Connie (Cramer) Anderson, of Princeton, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Aug. 4 with a card party. (Photo provided by Meredith Hattan)
Dennis and Connie (Cramer) Anderson, of Princeton, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Aug. 4 with a card party.
Friends and family are asked to send a card to 26743 2100 N. Ave. Princeton, IL, 61356 to help them celebrate.
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The complete schedule for the 2023 Homestead Festival has been announced. The annual celebration will take place Sept 8-10 in Princeton. (Scott Anderson – sanderson@shawmedia.com)
The complete schedule for the 2023 Homestead Festival has been announced. The annual celebration will take place Sept 8-10 in Princeton.
Visitors will be able to take trolley rides to Zearing Park from 4 to 9 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. The trolley will be providing free rides with pick up and drop off locations at Zearing Park, the Prouty Building and the Knox Hotel.
The schedule for this year’s activities are as follows:
Friday, Sept. 8
Noon to 5 p.m. – Bureau County Historical Society exhibits at 634 South Pleasant St.
5 p.m. to 8 p.m. – bounce houses at Zearing Park
5 p.m. to 7 p.m. – Lego Contest reception at Prairie Arts Center at 24 Park Ave. E.
5:30 to 9:30 p.m. – tethered hot air balloon rides at Zearing Park
6 to 10 p.m. – music, drinks, food trucks and Brass from the Past performing at Zearing Park
7:30 to 9 p.m. – hot air balloon glow at Zearing Park
Saturday, Sept. 9
8:30 a.m. – Underground Railroad 5k Race at the Bureau County Metro Center
9 to 11 a.m. – Homestead Festival Fun Fair at the Heartland Bank Parking Lot
9 a.m. to noon – stamp collection on display at the Princeton Post Office
9 a.m. to 6 p.m. – Beta Sigma Phi Arts and Craft Show at the Bureau County Courthouse lawn
9:30 a.m. to noon – 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament
11 a.m. to 5 p.m. – 4-H Club BBQ at Soldiers and Sailors Park and a drive-thru at the Bureau County Fairgrounds
Noon to 5 p.m. – Bureau County Historical Society exhibits at 634 South Pleasant St.
1:30 p.m. – Homestead Festival Parade on Main Street with Grand Marshal Jeff Hunt
5 to 8 p.m. – bounce houses in Zearing Park
5:30 to 9:30 p.m. – tethered hot air balloon rides in Zearing Park
6 to 8 p.m. – Mississippi Heat to perform at Zearing Park
7 to 8:30 p.m. – hot air balloon glow at Zearing Park
Dusk – rootbeer floats and outdoor movie at Covenant Church at 24 North Main St.
Sunday, Sept. 10
6 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. – 12th annual Homestead BBQ Rib Cook Off at Central Bank Parking Lot
8 a.m. to noon – Pancake and Sausage Breakfast at the Princeton Moose Lodge
8 a.m. to 2 p.m. – Homestead Flea Market at the Bureau County Fairgrounds
8 a.m. to 3 p.m. – 43rd annual Car Show on South Main Street
9 a.m. to noon – Chainsaw Artist Tim Bryner will be in Soldiers and Sailors Park
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Beta Sigma Phi Arts and Crafts Show on the Bureau County Courthouse Lawn
10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. – Bureau County 4-H Clubs BBQ at Soldiers and Sailors Park
Noon to 3:30 p.m. – kids activities including horse rides, bounce houses and more at Soldiers and Sailors Park
12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. – Children’s Tractor Pull, registration at noon at Soldiers and Sailors Park
3:30 p.m. – Homestead Festival 50/50 Ticket Drawing in front of the Apollo Theater on Main Street.
Members of the L-P High School band perform in the 51st annual Homestead Festival on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022 in Princeton. (Scott Anderson – sanderson@shawmedia.com)
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Eric D. Mills (Photo provided by Illinois State Police)
A 57-year-old Princeton man was arrested Wednesday on charges of possession of child pornography.
Eric D. Mills was arrested on three counts of possession of child pornography, which is a class 2 felony, carrying a possible sentence of 3 to 7 years in prison if convicted, said the Illinois State Police Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) Zone 1 in a Wednesday news release.
ISP DCI agents initiated an investigation into child pornography, then agents obtained a warrant for Mills. He was taken to the Bureau County Jail and bond was set at $20,000, with 10% to apply.
The Illinois State Police provide resources for parents, for the public to report crimes against children and victims to start their path towards healing and recovery. Anonymous tips of child pornography can be reported through the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children’s cyber tip line at cybertipline.com.
To keep children safe online, go to illinoisattorneygeneral.gov/onlinesafe/ or cybertipline.org. Go to missingkids.org/gethelpnow/csam-resources for resources for survivors of sexual abuse.
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Theresa Wittenauer
Princeton City Manager Theresa Wittenauer will remain in her position after the City Council unanimously approved to renew her contract with the city during its Oct. 2 regular meeting.
Wittenauer’s contract will run concurrently with Mayor Ray Mabry through the 2027 election.
“We’ve been very pleased with her services,” Mabry said. “We had a nice discussion with the council, commending her for her work. We are glad to renew this.”
Wittenauer was first hired to the position in November 2019 under the City Council and former Mayor Joel Quiram.
Wittenauer works closely with city department heads and elected officials to maintain the day-to-day operations of the city of Princeton.
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Syngenta Group’s Board of Directors has elected Princeton native Jeff Rowe as CEO of Syngenta Group, effective Jan. 1.
Syngenta Group’s Board of Directors has elected Princeton native Jeff Rowe as CEO of Syngenta Group, effective Jan. 1.
Rowe is currently the President of Syngenta Crop Protection, Syngenta Group’s largest business unit, and was previously President of Syngenta Seeds.
CEO of Syngenta Group, Erik Fyrwald, will continue as CEO until the end of the year when he will retire after seven and a half years with the company. Fyrwald will continue as Advisor to the Chairman of Syngenta Group and remain on the Board of Directors.
Rowe has nearly 30 years of experience in the agriculture sector and is a fifth generation farmer who has first-hand knowledge of the issues that are important to farmers.
“With the strong foundation established by (Fyrwald), (Rowe) is the right CEO to lead Syngenta Group,” Chairman of Syngenta Group Li Fanrong said. “The Board is pleased with the world-class, orderly and planned succession process and has found in (Rowe) a strong leader with the business acumen, operational skills and strategic vision needed to guide Syngenta Group in this critical industry.”
Syngenta Group is one of the world’s biggest agricultural technology companies with roots going back over 250 years and is supported by over 59,000 employees while operating in over 100 countries.
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Monterey Mushrooms has announced that it will close two of its mushroom growing locations by the end of January 2024, including the facilities in Princeton and Orlando, Florida. (BCR photo)
Monterey Mushrooms has confirmed that it will close two of its mushroom growing locations by the end of January 2024, including the facilities in Princeton and Orlando, Florida.
“Monterey Mushrooms, an industry leader with over 50 years in business, alongside other produce companies, have faced significant challenges in recent years: a global pandemic, weather impacts, inflation and changes in market behavior,” a company statement read.
Monterey Mushrooms has been in operation for nearly 47 years in the Princeton area and at one time employed between 525 and 550 individuals in the 250,000 square foot facility located on U.S. 6.
“We have operated these two facilities for decades and the decision to close was made after a long and careful review,” the statement read.
Over the coming months, work will be ongoing at the facilities to ensure a smooth closing as productions will be shifted to other farms within the company’s network.
“The company is committed to investing in its other seven mushroom growing locations,” the statement read. “A detailed plan is in place to ensure a smooth transition for the company’s teammates and customers.”
Monterey Mushrooms has confirmed that it will close two of its mushroom growing locations by the end of January 2024, including the facilities in Princeton and Orlando, Florida. (BCR photo)
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