Category Archives: WCMY News
Kentucky coffee tree in Catlin Park not named tallest in the state; but it's being reconsidered
A Kentucky coffee tree located in Catlin Park could've been the tallest one in the state. But right now it's not according to the University of Illinois. Parks Director Ken Henze says the university d...
Mar 13, 2023 CircaSassy / CC
Bids being looked at for downtown LaSalle County Courthouse fire escape painting
It could cost only $39,500 for the fire escapes on the downtown LaSalle County Courthouse in Ottawa to be repainted. The LaSalle County Board Property Committee expected the project to cost $116,000. ...
Mar 13, 2023
Local landmark status considered for downtown Ottawa building
If one building in downtown Ottawa gets recognition for being historic, should others? Ottawa Community Development Specialist Tami Koppen asked that question at a Historic Preservation Commission mee...
Mar 13, 2023 The Knuessl Building on W. Main St. in downtown Ottawa
Local fire departments get small equipment grant money
The Tonica and Cedar Point Fire Department received grant money from the Illinois State Fire Marshal's Office. The grant money will be used to purchase small equipment. The Cedar Point Fire Department...
Mar 13, 2023
Two reported arrested after chase from Morris to north of Marseilles
Two people were reportedly arrested north of Marseilles last night after a police chase from Morris. It began on Illinois 47 in Morris, went to Interstate 80, and ended at the Shell gas station on Nat...
Mar 13, 2023
Oglesby council mulls solution to sewer backups
Oglesby City Hall is considering a program to help prevent sewer backups. Commissioner Jason Curran says backflow prevention valves can be installed. Some other cities cover half the cost to install t...
Mar 13, 2023
Construction to resume Monday for IL 178 and US 6 roundabout
Starting Monday, The Illinois Department of Transportation will restart construction on the roundabout at the intersection of IL 178 and US 6 north of Utica. IDOT says the intersection will remain a f...
Mar 12, 2023 IDOT plan for the Illinois 178/US 6 roundabout
Annual Congressional art contest begins
High school students who want the chance for their art work to be shown in the Congressional building passageways in Washington, DC can start getting ready for an annual contest. Cong. Lauren Underwoo...
Mar 12, 2023
St. Rep. Davis describes "most shocking" things in General Assembly
Almost two months into his term in the General Assembly, Republican St. Rep. Jed Davis says Republicans are sometimes part of the problem. He says a few have the attitude that they can put lobbyist in...
Mar 11, 2023
Starved Rock Regional Center's Black and White Ball sets records
Records were set at this year's Black and White Ball hosted by the Starved Rock Regional Center. The center says 240 tickets were sold and over $70,000 was raised. Their goal was $50,000. The money go...
Mar 11, 2023 Image from the event's Facebook page.