Phyllis Benson

For budding young screenwriters, winning a competition can be the first step to unlocking that elusive door to Hollywood. Now Thad Vassmer of Marengo has unlocked that door. What remains...

Residents of the county are invited to participate in the 1997 tree and shrub sale sponsored by the Soil and Water Conservation District. Planting native shrubs and trees on residential...

The Crystal Lake Jaycees are accepting nominations through Thursday for six awards recognizing the outstanding contributions of educators, youth leaders and volunteers. Since 1959, the Jaycees have recognized more than...

Absentee ballot applications for the Feb. 25 consolidated Republican primary are available through the county clerk's office. In-person applications can be accepted until 4:30 p.m. on Feb. 24 in the...

Trustees of the library will place a bond issue on the April 1 consolidated election ballot to provide for construction of a new library facility on Ruth Road. A committee...