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IVCC electric vehicles robotics training equipment
52+ min ago (159+ words) The Illinois Valley Community College Board on Tuesday approved the purchase of two electric vehicles and advanced training equipment designed to connect automotive and robotics students with workforce-ready skills. The Board purchased a Toyota Prius plug-in hybrid for $39, 280 and a…...
23rd annual Forreston school supply distribution set for Aug. 5, donations now accepted
1+ hour, 37+ min ago (172+ words) Families are invited to S. S. E. T 4 School's 23rd annual school supply distribution Wednesday, Aug. 5. The event will be from 9 a. m. to 6 p. m. at 405 S. Fourth Ave. in Forreston. The yearly program helps local students start the school year with the supplies they need. The distribution…...
Ogle County students named to president's list at Iowa State University
18+ hour, 52+ min ago (57+ words) Education News from Shaw Local News Network (Shaw Local News Network) Ogle County area students were recently named to the president's list at Iowa State University. Students achieving this designation have maintained a 4. 0 grade-point average for two consecutive semesters. Byron:…...
New Department of Early Childhood launches full operations
2+ day, 52+ min ago (650+ words) Teresa Ramos, secretary of the Illinois Department of Early Childhood, testifies before a House committee in March 2025. (Capitol News Illinois) SPRINGFIELD " As Illinois enters a new fiscal year Wednesday, a new state agency is officially taking charge of a wide…...
Important Summer Safety Tips for Seniors
1+ day, 19+ hour ago (258+ words) Summer brings longer days, warmer weather, and plenty of opportunities to enjoy outdoor activities, family gatherings, and travel. While the season offers many benefits, it is also important for seniors to take extra precautions to stay safe and healthy during…...
Amboy's Foster named to Commonwealth University-Bloomsburg's spring 2026 dean's list
2+ day, 52+ min ago (112+ words) Shaw Local Amboy's Foster named to Commonwealth University-Bloomsburg's spring 2026 dean's list Education News from Shaw Local News Network (Shaw Local News Network) Madeline Foster of Amboy was named to the Commonwealth University-Bloomsburg spring 2026 dean's list. The Commonwealth University-Bloomsburg is located…...
Ogle County students named to Iowa State University spring 2026 dean's list
2+ day, 2+ hour ago (121+ words) Education News from Shaw Local News Network (Shaw Local News Network) More than 11, 200 Iowa State University students have been recognized for outstanding academic achievement by being named to the 2026 spring semester dean's list. Students named to the dean's list must…...
The legendary collaboration of the Collage Sisthars
3+ day, 2+ hour ago (243+ words) They have shared a variety of techniques with each other " skills in painting, journaling, polymer clay, resin, surface design, gelli-plate monoprinting, fabric collage, jewelry and encaustic painting. In addition to sharing these techniques in their monthly sessions, the Sisthars occasionally…...
Books, Movies, and Brighter Futures for Mc Henry County Children
3+ day, 17+ hour ago (281+ words) United Way of Mc Henry County- Books, Movies, and Brighter Futures for Mc Henry County Children (provided) A summer night at the movies can be more than family entertainment. This season, United Way of Greater Mc Henry County is partnering…...
Naming of new L-P principal continues shake-up of school management personnel " Shaw Local
3+ day, 18+ hour ago (150+ words) Last week, the La Salle-Peru Township High School District 120 Board of Education announced Steve Hanson as the new principal of L-P High School. Hanson's appointment is part of a shake-up in area school administrations. L-P Director of Communication Matt Baker…...