Multiple rounds of severe storms are possible Tuesday through Wednesday in Lee and Ogle counties, according to the National Weather Service.

The child abuse awareness event will feature local officials, survivors and advocates speaking about how the community can help prevent and identify child abuse and how to advocate for survivors.

The CER LARP group meets once a month at the Lowell Park pinetum and hosts special events throughout the year, including a campout at the park in mid-summer and a new festival in late September. CER LARP stands for Custom Engine Roleplaying - Live Action Role Players.

The Rock Falls softball team topped Oregon on the road, while the Newman softball team and Dixon baseball teams picked up home wins. Plus more in Monday's roundup.

Newman went into Monday’s Three Rivers East matchup against Hall averaging just over 10 runs a game. In its first meeting against the Red Devils this season, it fell well short of that average. Hall won 5-1 behind a stellar defensive effort.

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Area athletes competed in the Ferris Invitational boys and girls track and field meet on Monday, April 15, 2024 at Princeton High School.

Students are selected monthly from various departments because they displayed one or more of the following characteristics: consistent hard work and effort, outstanding attitude toward the subject, leadership and/or class participation.

Prayer wall is located across the street from the Old Lee County Courthouse.

Matt Jagitsch was awarded the Myrtle Walgreen Best of Show Award for the 75th Phidian Art Awards Competition.