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Nothing Changing At Fairgrounds Despite Annexation Into City Of Princeton

When the Princeton City Council annexed the Bureau County Fairgrounds into the city earlier this year, there was some question as to whether it would change the operations of the fair. At Monday's City Council meeting, council approved grandfathering in any and all activities held by the fair. As long...

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Princeton man sentenced for standoff that resulted in toddler’s death

PRINCETON, Ill. (KWQC) - A Princeton, Illinois, man was sentenced on Wednesday for his role in a standoff on Mother’s Day that left a three-year-old dead. In September, Anthony Daniel Rodriguez, 42, plead guilty to:. 3 counts of aggravated unlawful restraint. Aggravated assault. 2 counts of domestic battery. On...

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Kewanee police blotter for Nov. 5

Police responded to a complaint of a noise disturbance in the 100 block of South Grace Avenue. Police responded to a report of street crimes in the 400 block of East Third Street. Police issued a written warning following a traffic stop at Tenth and Main streets. Police assisted a...

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Wings Academy celebrates grand opening with ribbon-cutting ceremony

KEWANEE, Ill. — Educators, community leaders, elected officials and supporters gathered Wednesday, Nov. 4, to celebrate the official opening of Wings Academy during a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the new school. Among those attending were Illinois State Rep. Travis Weaver, Kewanee Mayor Gary Moore, members of the Kewanee Veterans Council,...

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Kewanee police to intensify traffic enforcement

Drivers in Kewanee should be sure to obey the traffic laws in the year to come, as the local police department is joining a state program to step up traffic enforcement. “The Kewanee Police Department will conduct additional traffic enforcement from Nov. 2, 2026, through Sept. 2027,” Police Chief Stephen Kijanowski said,” to help reduce crashes and save lives.”

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Radium Girl Story To Be Told In Mendota

A sad chapter in the history of the Illinois Valley needs to be discussed and will be later this month in Mendota. President of the Reddick Mansion Association, Lorraine McCallister will host a program on Thursday, November 19th called "Radium Dial Girls of Ottawa". You'll hear brave stories of the brave women from Ottawa whose fight helped change workplace conditions forever.

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Two-Vehicle Accident In Mendota

At approximately 5:25 p.m. Tuesday, a two-vehicle accident occurred near the intersection of 13th Avenue and 2nd Street. According to Mendota Police Chief Jason Martin, Vehicle 1 was turning off 2nd Street to head north on Rt. 251. Vehicle 2 was northbound on Rt. 251. Vehicle 1 hit Vehicle 2 causing Vehicle 2 to ricochet into a yard and hit a tree.

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Wethersfield students celebrate Halloween with costumes and school spirit

***Alisha Chaidez is a participant of The Kewanee Voice Student Journalism Program, funded by the Harry Anderson Memorial Trust. On Friday, Oct. 30, Wethersfield High School celebrated the annual early Halloween parade. The event was held in front of the school, along with Spirit Friday, the first round of playoff football. Multiple staff members dressed in all Titan gear.

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Sterling Police Provide Update on Challand Middle School Firearm Investigation

On Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026, at approximately 11:47 a.m., during the course of an investigation, the Sterling Police Department learned of a potential firearm in the possession of a student at Challand Middle School. The Sterling Police School Resource Officer and Challand Middle School administrative personnel were immediately alerted to...

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McCoy Leads Amboy to Quarterfinal Win Over South Fork

Colt McCoy scored three touchdowns in the first quarter as Amboy went on to pick up the 54-12 win over South Fork in an 8-Man Quarterfinal on Saturday. The Ponies season comes to a close at 7-4.

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Shaw Media's Payton Felix breaks down the continuing homicide trial of former Carroll County sheriff's deputy and Dixon High School updating its outdoor athletics facilities

Jason Cregier (JC): Joining us today to discuss some recent news out of the Sauk Valley area is Shaw Local reporter Payton Felix. Payton, thanks for joining us. Payton Felix (PF): Thank you for having me. (JC): Let's begin with the court case surrounding a former Carroll County sheriff's deputy...

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Kewanee City Council Meeting Agenda for November 9, 2026

The Kewanee City Council will meet on Monday, November 9, 2026. The meeting will be streamed live on our WKEI “Regional Media News Facebook” page. The agenda and notes from the packet are below. You can find the background information on the agenda items in the “Kewanee City Council packet.”

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Early Morning Fire Call At SV High-Rise

There was a fire response this morning to the high-rise in Spring Valley. Firefighters from Peru and Ladd were called at around 4 o'clock to assist the Spring Valley Fire Department for the report of smoke on the 3rd floor of the high-rise building on West Erie Street. An ambulance was called to the scene as well.

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Not All Places In The Valley Seeing A Drop In Gas Prices

Gas prices have come down following the midterm election in some locations. According to Gas Buddy, you can find unleaded for as low as $3.76 a gallon in Oglesby and Peru. Some La Salle stations are down to $3.89 a gallon. However in Princeton, Streator, Mendota, and Ottawa, you're still facing gas prices between $4.49 to $4.69 a gallon.

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Kewanee Voice launches 48-hour matching challenge as part of national NewsMatch campaign

KEWANEE — The Kewanee Voice is giving readers a chance to double their impact through a special 48-hour matching challenge made possible by an anonymous donor. A surprise anonymous $250 matching gift became available this week, meaning donations made to The Kewanee Voice during the next 48 hours will be matched dollar for dollar up to $250.

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Alderman Becoming Superintendent Of Public Works Creating A Stir In Spring Valley

Spring Valley's mayor took to Facebook to address what she says is inaccurate information being circulated on social media. Mayor Melanie Malooley Thompson posted what was titled as a “Mayor's Report” on Wednesday. She tackles questions about restructuring of Spring Valley's Public Works Department. She says the restructuring has been discussed for well over a year and one of the primary reasons for change is to establish a “clearer distinction between management and employees represented by the collective bargaining unit”.

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Veterans Day Observation in Rock Falls

WELCOME TO ALL – Commander John Roush. INTRODUCTION BY CHAPLIN: Wilbur Wildman, Invocation. OUR NATIONAL ANTHEM: THE STAR-SPANGLED BANNER: Theresa Heffelfinger. KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Pastor Dalmus Meeks of Rock Falls. PATRIOTIC SONG: Theresa Heffelfinger. 11:11 AM CEREMONY WITH THREE-VOLLEY SALUTE – Rock Falls American Legion Honor Guard. CLOSING PRAYER...

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Farmers National Bank Announces Staff Halloween Contest Winners

The votes are in for Farmers National Bank's Halloween costume contest and employee pumpkin contest, with the winners each choosing a charity for FNB to donate $100 to on their behalf. Pumpkin Winners:. Morrison Office: Slash decorated by Marlo Pape. Marlo has chosen to donate to St. Jude. Geneseo Office:...

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Exhibit In Granville Explores America's Immigration History

As immigration continues to be a hot topic nationally, you're invited to explore the complex history of immigration in the United States as part of a library exhibit in Putnam County. The library in Granville is hosting “Immigration: An American Story”, a traveling exhibition from the Gilder Lehrman Institute of...

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Wethersfield highlights National Honor Society service projects

***Madalyn Vershca is a participant of The Kewanee Voice Student Journalism Program, funded by the Harry Anderson Memorial Trust. The Wethersfield High School National Honor Society recently resumed its annual service projects, with members participating in activities that support organizations and residents throughout the community. Each NHS member is required...

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