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Batavia’s Jewelry Store Turns 21 with a Diamond Raffle and Trunk Show

April 2, 2026

A local jewelry shop in Batavia is throwing a party to celebrate 21 years in business—a milestone that doesn’t just mark time but also cements its place in the community. Instead of just blowing out candles, K. Hollis Jewelers is rolling out a celebration packed with estate jewelry, free snacks, and

crime

New lottery scandal rocks Lexington County after stolen ticket scam

April 2, 2026

A Lexington County man now faces fraud charges after allegedly swapping a real lottery ticket with a fake one worth $500 back in 2022. The incident came to light when lottery officials noticed something odd about a winning ticket claimed at a local convenience store. Instead of paying out the winner

education

How Illinois communities benefited from local education programs in 2025

April 2, 2026

In 2025, a community education network in Illinois reached over 25, 000 people across three counties—Grundy, Kankakee, and Will—through hands-on learning. The programs covered gardening, youth leadership, farming advice, and health workshops. Every day, about 70 locals took part in these sessions. N

education

Don’t wait until later—pharmacy students train early to be ready for real-world work

April 2, 2026

Most pharmacy schools now use Entrustable Professional Activities (EPAs) to measure how well students can handle real pharmacy tasks by themselves. These EPAs cover everyday jobs like giving patients the right medicine or explaining how to take a pill. After deciding which skills matter, schools lin

education

Kids get hands-on with science and business at Allendale’s summer camp

April 2, 2026

Allendale Middle School is opening its doors to a week-long adventure where science meets creativity. From August 3rd, kids in kindergarten through sixth grade can join Camp Invention, a program blending fun activities with learning. The camp isn’t just about following instructions—it’s about buildi

opinion

City Park Golf Course: A Baton Rouge staple worth keeping

April 2, 2026

Baton Rouge has long been known for its community spaces that bring people together, and City Park Golf Course stands out as one of them. This course isn’t just about golf—it’s where many locals learned the game, practiced their swings, or enjoyed a quick nine holes after work. But as cities grow an

celebrities

Tiger Woods' latest legal trouble: what happens next?

April 2, 2026

Tiger Woods, the famous golfer, got pulled over in Florida recently after his car swerved and hit another vehicle. Police say he was driving under the influence, though his breath test showed no alcohol in his system. Still, he refused a drug test, which could add to his legal trouble. Unlike his 20

education

New college paths open for Illinois students

April 2, 2026

Two Illinois schools, Western Illinois University and Black Hawk College, have created a new plan to help students move between schools more easily. The agreement lets students finish their first two years at Black Hawk College and then transfer to Western Illinois University to complete their degre

crime

London sees more arrests in ambulance arson case tied to antisemitic motives

April 2, 2026

Police in London have taken three more people into custody over a fire that damaged four ambulances owned by a Jewish volunteer group. The incident happened in Golders Green, an area with a big Jewish community. Two of the suspects are 20 and 19 years old, while the third is just 17 and holds both B

finance

Rutgers Athletic Debt Sparks Lawsuit Over Public Money

April 1, 2026

A Rutgers graduate has taken the university to court, claiming that its sports program has wasted public funds. He says the school’s athletic department spent too much money without proper oversight, creating a huge debt. The lawsuit was filed in Middlesex County Superior Court by lawyer Hecto