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Gayana Wanniarachchi, DPM, will assist patients in need of podiatry care at OSF Medical Group – Orthopedics, located at 530 Park Ave. E., Suite 101, and OSF Wound Care in Princeton. (Photo provided by OSF Health)
OSF HealthCare has added a new podiatrist to its staff in Princeton, Peru and the surrounding areas, according to an OSF news release.
Gayana Wanniarachchi, DPM, will assist patients in need of podiatry care at OSF Medical Group – Orthopedics, located at 530 Park Ave. E., Suite 101, and OSF Wound Care in Princeton.
She will also serve patients at 920 West St., Suite 221, in Peru.
Wanniarachchi will offer several general podiatry services, as well as specializing in advanced foot and ankle and wound care, according to the release.
She received a Bachelor of Science from the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee and her medical degree from Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine, according to the release.
New or existing patients can make an appointment with Wanniarachchi or a member of her care team by calling 815-431-5746.
Maribeth M. Wilson has been a reporter with Shaw Media for two years, one of those as news editor at the Morris Herald-News. She became a part of the NewsTribune staff in 2023.

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Three couples sought marriage licenses in Bureau County through June 4, 2025.
The following marriage licenses were recently recorded at the Bureau County Courthouse.
The following marriage licenses were recorded recently at the Bureau County Courthouse.
The following marriage licenses were recently recorded through Dec. 6, 2023, at the Bureau County Courthouse.
Here are the Bureau County marriage licenses from November 2023.
Here are the Bureau County Property Transfers from Oct. 1-15, 2023.
Here are the Bureau County Property Transfers from Sept. 16-30, 2023.
Here are the Bureau County Property Transfers from Sept. 1-15, 2023.
Here are the Bureau County marriage licenses from October 2023.
Here are the Bureau County Property Transfers from Aug. 16-31, 2023.
Here are the Bureau County Property Transfers from Aug. 1-15, 2023.
Here are the Bureau County Property Transfers from July 16-31, 2023.
Here are the Bureau County marriage licenses from September 2023.
Here are the Bureau County Property Transfers from July 1-15, 2023.

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Plein air painting, which derives its name from the French term for “painting outdoors,” originated in the 19th century when artists began leaving their studios to capture natural light and scenery firsthand.
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Illinois Valley families can gear up for a weekend of live music, barbecue and fun as La Salle BBQ-n-Blues and Jazz’n the Street festivals return Friday and Saturday.
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Ottawa native Anne Ewers, a longtime leader in opera and the performing arts, returned to her hometown for a book signing of her debut work, The Mentor’s Gift. In a Q&A, she reflected on her career, the mentors who shaped her and why giving back now inspires her.
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Jeffery M. Hewitt, 44, of Buda was charged with operation of a vehicle with expired registration plates, driving with a suspended license and operation of an uninsured motor vehicle at 1:56 p.m. on Sept. 1 at Mill Street and Van Packer in Buda, Bureau County Sheriff’s Office reports.
Morgan P. Sadnick, 22, of La Moille was charged with operation of an uninsured motor vehicle at 5:46 p.m. on Sept. 1 at S IL Hwy 89 and E Washington in Arlington, Bureau County Sheriff’s Office reports.
Travis D. Rutherford, 31, of Spring Valley was charged with speeding, driving with a revoked or suspended license and driving while under the influence of alcohol at 10:18 p.m. on Sept. 1 on IL Hwy 6 and 2300 E St. in Princeton, Bureau County Sheriff’s Office reports.
Oscar G. Claudio, 22, of Maywood was charged with speeding 35 mph or more over the posted limit at 10:32 p.m. on Sept. 2 at US Hwy 6 and 1500 E St. in Princeton, Bureau County Sheriff’s Office reports.
Anthony M. Hickman, 27, of Buda was charged with driving with a revoked or suspended license, reckless driving and criminal damage to property over $300 at 10:14 a.m. on Sept. 4 at 25054 1550 N Ave in Princeton, Bureau County Sheriff’s Office reports.
Claudia S. Nordstrom, 18, of Princeton was charged with possession of adult use cannabis in a motor vehicle and possession/consumption of alcohol by a minor at 7:55 p.m. on Sept. 4 at Tiskilwa Bottom Rd and .5 E 2050 E St., Bureau County Sheriff’s Office reports.
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Jack Bauer
Name: Jack Bauer.
School: Princeton High School.
Date/place of birth: Dec. 5, 2003/Princeton.
Hometown: Princeton.
Family: Parents – Kevin and Gretchen Bauer; sisters – Katie and Julia.
Sports/activities: Golf and basketball.
Nickname: Jbau.
Favorite sport and why: Basketball, because i’ve played my whole life.
Favorite food and where to get it: Grilled cheese in my kitchen.
Likes: Golf, lifting, frisbee golf.
Dislikes: Onions, slow golfers.
Jack Bauer
Person with the greatest influence on my athletic career and why: Jimmy Butler, because he goes 100% on every play.
Person with the greatest influence in my life and why: My Dad, because he tries to teach me how to be successful in any situation.
Who’s your dream celebrity prom date: Addison Rae.
Name three historic figures you’d like to meet and why: The Bulls Big 3, because they are the best basketball team of all time
If stranded on a deserted island, I would have my: Phone.
The last song I listened to: “Never Recover” by Lil Baby.
People would be surprised to know: Justin Fields will take to Bears to the Super Bowl.
I stay home to watch: “Chicago PD.”
When I need luck for a big game, I: Listen to music
The funniest person I’ve ever me: Logan Glancy.
What they’ll say about me at school after I graduate: It’s quiet in here now.
Jack Bauer
Most embarrassing moment: Rolling my Jeep.
Most unforgettable moment: 2021 Princeton football.
Ultimate sports fantasy: Hole in one.
What do I want to do with my life: Continue my education next fall. I hope to start my own business after graduating college.
Three words that best describe myself: Funny, friendly, laid-back.
Kevin has been sports editor of the BCR since 1986 and is Sports Editor of Putnam County Record. Was previously sports editor of the St. Louis Daily News and a regular contributor for the St. Louis Cardinals Magazine. He is a member of the IBCA and Illinois Valley Hall of Fames. He is one of 4 sportswriters from his tiny hometown Atlanta, IL

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Two Princeton residents were charged with felony drug offenses after drug agents investigated narcotic transfers from Chicago to Princeton.
Paul C. Hayden, 39, of Princeton, was charged Tuesday with unlawful possession of a controlled substance (heroin) with the intent to deliver, a Class X felony carrying 6 to 30 years in prison Tuesday after an investigation by agents of the Tri-County Drug Enforcement Narcotics Team, assisted by the Princeton Police Department. Bond was set at $50,000.
At 4:40 p.m. Tuesday, agents and officers noticed an individual, Hayden, as a suspect in the illegal narcotic trafficking. Agents surveilled Hayden and he was later approached in the 2200 block of North Main Street in Princeton. Through their investigation it was determined Hayden had in his possession a baggie containing less than one gram of purported heroin.
Hayden was taken into custody and transported to the Bureau County Jail. While being processed, at the jail, Hayden was found to have an additional about 23 grams of purported heroin.
Drug agents and police then began another investigation Wednesday at the train depot.
During this investigation, agents identified Jasmine R. Storm, 23, of Princeton, as a person associated with the narcotic trafficking. Agents surveilled Storm enter into a gold Mercury and began to leave the area. Agents directed a Bureau County Deputy to the location of the vehicle and the vehicle was stopped near Main and Vernon streets.
Through the investigation agents discovered Storm to have in her possession 44 small plastic baggies containing about 42 grams of purported heroin/fentanyl.
Storm was transported to the Bureau County Jail. Storm was charged with unlawful possession of a controlled substance (heroin) with the intent to deliver, also a Class X felony. Storm is awaiting a felony bond hearing.
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Learn more about the candidates and races up this election in La Salle, Bureau counties
Republican Liz Bishop of La Salle officially announced Thursday her candidacy for state representative in Illinois’ 76th District.
Democratic U.S. Rep. Lauren Underwood of Naperville has one fewer potential Republican challenger to worry about in 2026.
Edward Jauch has announced his candidacy for Bureau County sheriff, citing 34 years’ law enforcement experience.
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