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Sign Up Online Newspaper Reader survey: Spring sports parents and players unhappy with IHSA's new calendar Aug. 2, 2020 This week, Shaw Media Illinois asked our readers a few questions about the IHSA's decision to alter its schedule amid the COVID-19 pandemic, specifically moving football, girls volleyball and boys soccer to the spring, and creating a shortened summer… Read more… Creating a buzz 4:12 pm Princeton High School alum worked on NASA's Mars 2020 launch July 31, 2020 Top Headlines COVID update: Four new Bureau County cases 4:15 pm Here's where each health region in northern Illinois stands as of Monday 12:23 pm COVID weekend update: 17 new cases in Bureau, Putnam, Marshall counties 10:14 am Here's where each health region in northern Illinois stands as of Sunday Aug. 2, 2020 Here's where each health region in northern Illinois stands as of Saturday Aug. 1, 2020 IESA reverses decision, will hold contests for fall sports July 31, 2020 Coronavirus 2 Indiana schools shut down after COVID-19 cases 5:33 pm COVID update: Four new Bureau County cases Here's where each health region in northern Illinois stands as of Monday COVID weekend update: 17 new cases in Bureau, Putnam, Marshall counties Outbreak hits Norway cruise ship, could spread along coast More Coronavirus News » Read the Restore Illinois plan CDC Website Illinois Department of Health Basic terms you need to know What to do if you're sick with coronavirus Latest Coronavirus News » Most Popular Articles COVID update: Four new Bureau County cases COVID weekend update: 17 new cases in Bureau, Putnam, Marshall counties Here's where each health region in northern Illinois stands as of Monday Princeton High School alum worked on NASA's Mars 2020 launch Utica traffic soars as parks break summer records More Popular Articles » Opinion EYE ON ILLINOIS: Juvenile justice reform might have dramatic positive effects 11:41 am OUR VIEW: How will history remember this time In America? July 31, 2020 EYE ON ILLINOIS: Pritzker still above water on virus response, but balance is delicate July 31, 2020 Editorial Roundtable: Favorite summertime dishes and drinks July 31, 2020 OUR VIEW: IHSA plan gives everybody a shot at athletics this year July 29, 2020 EYE ON ILLINOIS: Lottery debacle a reminder of the importance of government transparency July 29, 2020 Take this survey to help businesses and win Help local businesses by taking a survey about your current and future shopping needs. You could win $1,000! take survey now! Bureau County seniors share reaction to move to spring Friday Night Drive Aug. 3, 2020 “Outright Lies”: Voting Misinformation Flourishes on Facebook Shaw Media Illinois News July 28, 2020 Pritzker warns of deep cuts without federal economic aid State 6:30 pm Johnsons Carpet Shoppe Flooring Giveaway! Marketing July 10, 2020 Future fossil park still possible at former Lone Star Quarry site near Oglesby Premium 11:29 am SPONSORED Kindness Doesn’t Cost a Thing Local July 7, 2020 El Zarape in Mendota perfect choice for Mexican food fans Premium 11:30 am Contest: Embrace Your Nature At Tangled Roots Brewing Co. Starved Rock Country Aug. 3, 2020 Utica traffic soars as parks break summer records Premium 4:13 pm Joe Biden nears final decision on running mate Nation & World Aug. 1, 2020 Blackhawks stun Oilers 6-4 in series opener Sports Aug. 1, 2020 MLB postpones Cards-Brewers again; 4 more St. Louis positives Sports Aug. 1, 2020 Photos and Lists ← Swipe photos for more → Editorial Roundtable: Favorite summertime dishes and drinks July 31, 2020 Documents: Read the IHSA's plan for sports for 2020-21 July 29, 2020 Documents: Read the IDPH's new sports guidance July 29, 2020 MYSTERY DINER: History, delicious Italian cuisine on menu at Mona's July 27, 2020 PHOTOS: Bishop's successor appointed in Thursday ceremony July 24, 2020 Editorial Roundtable: Favorite weekend getaways July 24, 2020 PHOTOS: A place in the sunflowers: Visitors flock to see Matthiessen field bloom July 22, 2020 Photos: Bureau Valley graduates 2020 seniors with in-person ceremony July 20, 2020 MYSTERY DINER: SOB in Peru offers unique, tasty food July 20, 2020 Editorial Roundtable: Why we love our pets July 17, 2020 More Photos and Lists This Week's Circulars Local News COVID update: Four new Bureau County cases On Monday, Bureau, Putnam, Marshall County Health Department reported four new Bureau County cases of COVID. 4:15 pm Here's where each health region in northern Illinois stands as of Monday Future fossil park still possible at former Lone Star Quarry site near Oglesby El Zarape in Mendota perfect choice for Mexican food fans Dimond Bros. selected for The Hanover’s President’s Club Local Sports Tiger trio to play for Kish Kishwaukee Community College baseball coach Mark Hernandez turned a triple play at Princeton. He la… June 22, 2020 DePue Boat Races canceled because of COVID-19 IHSA cancels 21st annual Officials Conference Ag in the Classroom golf outing fundraiser goes virtual Grey Giovanine retires as Augustana's winningest coach Police/Fire Reports Police blotter: July 29, 2020 Princeton PoliceTraffic stopSteven D. Paxton, 22, of Chicago was charged with driving without a vali… July 29, 2020 Police Blotter: July 28, 2020 Police Blotter: July 27, 2020 Police Blotter: July 22, 2020 Ottawa man arrested for delivering cocaine Opinion EYE ON ILLINOIS: Juvenile justice reform might have dramatic positive effects Friday could prove to be a turning point in Illinois.While most attention went to the state’s corona… 11:41 am OUR VIEW: How will history remember this time In America? EYE ON ILLINOIS: Pritzker still above water on virus response, but balance is delicate Editorial Roundtable: Favorite summertime dishes and drinks Where can a girl go for writing inspiration? Business/Agriculture Dimond Bros. selected for The Hanover’s President’s Club Dimond Bros. Insurance, which has offices in Spring Valley, Princeton and Peru, were recently selected for The Hanover Insurance Group’s Pre… 10:56 am Eiten hired as Channel Seedsman Learn safe, effective ways to open Illinois restaurants Central Bank Illinois announces officer promotions Colmone joins lending staff at North Central Bank Lifestyle St. Matthews offers varied worship opportunities PRINCETON — St. Matthews Lutheran Church in Princeton is offering four different types of worship opportunities at this time. This includes … 11:28 am Make Someone Happy Wyanet Historical Society to me...