The Valparaiso Redevelopment Commission voted last week to acquire the 16-acre parcel with the 242,000-square-foot building at 909 N Lafayette St. f or $2.5 million. Mayor Jon Costas said the city ...

A Belvidere native is one of six Illinoisans who will receive the state’s highest honor for professional achievement and ...

The weekend brings the In Full Bloom Orchid Display, Furball and Marlon Wayans, along with fundraisers, live music, ...

The more than 160-year-old Daisy Chapin Schoolhouse should be fully restored and open to the public in time for Heritage Days ...

The Beloit Historical Society has announced new small group discussions about growing up in Beloit with three ethnic groups.

A candidate forum for Beloit City Council candidates will be held Tuesday, Feb. 25 and candidates for the Beloit Board of ...

The musician said the turnout Saturday exceeded his expectations and that there is a beauty in making instruments you can ...

Balance Builders are looking for volunteers to help them move donated furniture into the center, which has received over 200 pieces. “We have a wonderful program going on in the city of Beloit ...

Plum Creek Art Center is currently hosting a special exhibit to showcase the creative work of a young, local artist.

MCLA is planning on a groundbreaking for its new arts center in the fall. But one Board of Trustees member is saying the BOT ...

Second poetry slam hopes to build on the success of last year’s event, which attracted more than 40 participants.