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Peoples National Bank Hosts Halloween Trick or Treat Event for Kewanee Families on October 24, 2025

Peoples National Bank in downtown Kewanee is embracing the Halloween spirit, inviting local families to join a festive trick-or-treat event on Friday, October 24th, from 3 to 4:30 PM. Children are encouraged to stop by the bank’s lobby, where free candy awaits. The event ...
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False alarm on American Airlines after pilots thought someone was trying to break into the cockpit

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Pilots aboard a commercial jet mistakenly thought someone was trying to breach the cockpit Monday, leading the flight to return to the Omaha airport less than 40 minutes after departing for Los Angeles. The misunderstanding on American Airlines Flight 6469 came ...
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Belize signs ‘safe third country’ agreement as part of Trump’s immigration crackdown

MEXICO CITY (AP) — The small Central American nation of Belize has signed a “safe third country” agreement with the United States, the two sides said on Monday, as the Trump administration seeks to ramp up deportations and dissuade migration north. What the agreement entails ...
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Kewanee Volleyball Celebrates Senior Night with Thrilling Win Over Monmouth Roseville

Kewanee’s volleyball team celebrated senior night with a hard-fought victory over Monmouth-Roseville, securing a 25-18, 24-26, 25-16 win and moving to a season record of 14-15-1. Standout performances included Kendyl DeBlieck with 7 assists, 11 digs, and 4 kills, and Taylor VanWinkle who delivered ...
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Illinois Expands Childhood Lead Testing as New Standards Reveal More Cases

The Illinois Department of Public Health is intensifying its efforts against lead poisoning by expanding screening for childhood lead exposure. New, tougher standards have resulted in a surge—56 percent more cases now require intervention. Officials say most lead exposure occurs in older housing or ...
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Illinois Declared Free of H5N1 Bird Flu in Dairy Cattle as Vigilance Continues

Illinois has been declared free of H5N1 avian influenza in dairy cattle by the United States Department of Agriculture. This achievement comes after collaboration between state agencies, local farms, and agricultural organizations to protect the state’s vital dairy supply. While the threat to dairy ...
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Illinois Seniors Can Get Free Help Choosing the Best Medicare Plan During Open Enrollment

Illinois residents on Medicare are being encouraged to take advantage of free assistance as Open Enrollment gets underway. The Illinois Department on Aging’s Senior Health Insurance Program offers impartial counseling, both in person and online, to help people compare and review their Medicare options. ...
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Boilermakers End Soccer Season with Thrilling Win and Look Ahead to Regional Semifinal

It’s been a busy week for the Kewanee Boilermakers soccer team. Early in the week, they traveled to Dixon but came up short in a 0-2 loss, despite Jordan Ibarra’s impressive seven saves and generating 11 shots on goal. Senior night featured a junior ...
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Illinois Deer Hunters to Receive Automated Test Results for Chronic Wasting Disease

Deer hunters in Illinois will see changes next season as the Department of Natural Resources rolls out an automated notification system for chronic wasting disease test results. Beginning with the 2025-2026 season, hunters who submit contact information will get updates via text and email, ...
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Federal lawsuit challenges private school that gives preference to Native Hawaiians

HONOLULU (AP) — A lawsuit filed Monday in U.S. court in Honolulu challenges an admissions policy of a wealthy and prestigious private school that gives preference to applicants who are Native Hawaiian. A leading opponent of affirmation action launched a campaign last month to ...
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Dr Bryan Ikeudenta Joins Memorial Medical Clinics to Expand Patient Care in Colchester

Memorial Medical Clinics in Colchester has welcomed Dr. Bryan Ikeudenta to its care team. Dr. Ikeudenta, a board-certified Family Medicine physician with additional expertise in Emergency Medicine, will be providing care for patients aged 15 and older. His arrival brings expanded clinic hours, giving ...
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Melissa Brewer Earns Advanced Emergency Nurse Practitioner Certification

Melissa Brewer of Memorial Hospital in Carthage has recently earned a Post-Doctorate Certificate as an Emergency Nurse Practitioner from the University of Northern Colorado. With this advanced qualification, Brewer is further enhancing her ability to care for patients of all ages in emergencies. She ...
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