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IVCC Edible Car Contest Rolls Into 20th Anniversary on February 25, 2026

Edible wheels will spin once again at Illinois Valley Community College as the Edible Car Contest celebrates its 20th anniversary. On February 25th, the IVCC gym will transform into a racetrack filled with cars created from snacks and sweets, with competitors racing for medals ...
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Indoor Edible Gardening Workshop at Princeton Public Library March 10, 2026

Gardening enthusiasts in Princeton have an opportunity to keep their green thumbs active all year. On March 10, 2026, Illinois Master Gardeners will host a hands-on workshop at the Princeton Public Library, focusing on indoor edible gardening. Attendees will learn how to grow fresh ...
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University of Illinois Extension Launches Winter Series on Sustainable Farming Practices Beginning February 19, 2026

The University of Illinois Extension is launching its winter series, Sustainability on the Farm, set to empower local farmers and landowners with sustainable agricultural techniques. The program opens February 19th at the Bureau County Extension Office, focusing on innovative edge-of-field solutions like bioreactors, constructed ...
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Central Bank Illinois Donation Supports New Student Lounge at IVCC Agricultural Education Center

A student lounge at Illinois Valley Community College’s Dr. Alfred E. Wisgoski Agricultural Education Center will soon carry the name of Central Bank Illinois, following a $25,000 contribution from the institution. Central Bank Illinois, serving the region since 1907, joins the college’s effort to ...
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IVCC Launches Small Business Accelerator Workshop for Aspiring Entrepreneurs Beginning February 17, 2026

Illinois Valley Community College is launching an eight-week Small Business Accelerator workshop aimed at entrepreneurs looking to start or grow their businesses. The hands-on course, which runs on Tuesdays from February 17th to April 14th, from 6 to 8 PM, on the main campus, ...
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Horse and Hippology Club Offers Equine Learning and Competitions for Local Youth

The Horse and Hippology Club is inviting youth from Bureau, LaSalle, and Marshall-Putnam Counties to explore the world of horses and equine science. Open to ages 8 to 18, the club offers both junior and senior divisions, with no requirement to own a horse ...
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Black Hawk College East Campus Teddy Bear Hospital Event Teaches Kids About Veterinary Care and Raises Funds for Shelter Pets

The Teddy Bear Hospital at Black Hawk College welcomed nearly 80 children and their beloved stuffed animals for health checkups filled with learning and fun. Stuffed toys—from Clifford the Big Red Dog to unicorns—underwent X-rays, received bandages, and left with heartfelt prescriptions for hugs ...
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Former Patient Creates Simulated MRI Tool to Ease Anxiety for Children at OSF HealthCare

Young patients at OSF HealthCare Children’s Hospital of Illinois are finding comfort before MRI scans, thanks to a new simulated MRI tool. The hands-on device was developed by Savannah Jost, a former patient who survived cancer as a teen and later joined a high ...
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OSF HealthCare Mobile Simulation Van Brings Advanced Childbirth Training to Illinois Maternity Care Deserts

Health care providers with OSF HealthCare are stepping into high-stakes childbirth training inside a mobile pregnancy and postpartum care van. Staffed by advanced practice providers, the van visits maternity care deserts across Illinois—areas lacking access to obstetrics services. Hands-on drills with a high-tech manikin ...
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IVCC Offers ACT and SAT Prep Courses for High School Students This Spring

Illinois Valley Community College is offering targeted ACT and SAT prep courses for high school students this February and March. Classes will address reading, writing, English, and math strategies, as well as test-taking skills, pacing, and understanding exam scoring. Two ACT prep course options ...
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Spring Wellness and Social Connection Classes Offered at Illinois Valley Community College

Illinois Valley Community College is offering a fresh lineup of spring classes aimed at building connections and improving personal wellness. "Find Your People" helps newcomers and those seeking new friends break the ice with guided conversations and networking activities. Taught by Kim Koehler, sessions ...
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OSF HealthCare Saint Clare Medical Center Offers 2026 Scholarships for Bureau County Students, Deadline April 30, 2026

OSF HealthCare Saint Clare Medical Center has opened applications for its 2026 health care scholarship awards, offering three distinct scholarships: the OSF Saint Clare Health Career Scholarship, the Harold Morine Scholarship, and the Pierson Nursing Scholarship. These awards support students from Bureau County pursuing ...
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