In today's edition of Illinois in Focus Daily, The Center Square Editor Greg Bishop delves into the issue of President…
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Ottawas Own News Magazine
The Friendly City!
The Legacy of Bianchi’s Pizza: A Slice of Ottawa’s History
Alan R. “Al” Ruhland August 18, 1943 — August 18, 2025 Surrounded by his loving family, Alan R. “Al” Ruhland…
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After cutting union contracts, VA redirects $45M to veterans
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs officials announced Friday that the agency is redirecting nearly $45 million from public union costs…
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Erin: Agriculture community aided by temporary changes
(The Center Square) – Farmers along the coast and particularly in northeastern North Carolina are being aided ahead of Hurricane…
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Governor defends mental health mandate, rejects parental consent plan
(The Center Square) – U.S. Rep. Mary Miller, who represents the 15th Congressional district in southeastern Illinois, is reintroducing legislation…
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Trump signs bill studying cancer among military pilots
(The Center Square) — President Donald Trump has signed into law the Aviator Cancer Examination Study Act, which seeks to…
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The Western Cottage Piano: A Musical Legacy in Ottawa, Illinois
Introduction to the Western Cottage Piano The Western Cottage Piano is a unique musical instrument that has garnered attention for…
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Why universities are hiring more chief marketing officers – even as budgets shrink
More and more universities are bringing in corporate-style marketing chiefs. New research shows what they’re gaining – and where the…
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When workers’ lives outside work are more fulfilling, it benefits employers too
Workers who get time off to relax, learn new skills or connect meaningfully with their friends and relatives have more…
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Illinois quick hits: Search continues for Gibson City suspect; manufacturing declines since 2000
Search continues for Gibson City suspect
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