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Jaxsen Higgins answers the call, secures 5-4 TCC victory for Marquette
The Marquette baseball team – behind a clutch two-inning save from Jaxsen Higgins after a solid start from Alec Novotney, and homers from Braxton Nelle and Griffin Dobberstein – topped host Roanoke-Benson/Lowpoint-Washburn in Monday’s Tri-County Conference game.
Carter Snyder’s 3-run homer, Bryce Lee’s complete game propel Morris past Ottawa 6-3
Morris baseball’s Carter Snyder finished one three-run inning and started another Monday as Morris defeated host Ottawa 6-3 to open their Interstate 8 Conference series at King Field.
Photos: Morris dominates Ottawa in 6-3 baseball victory
Morris defeated Ottawa 6-3 on Monday. April 20, 2026 at Ottawa High School.
Illinois Valley Community College Board of Trustees to meet April 21
The Illinois Valley Community College Board of Trustees will meet at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 21, in Board Room C-307 at the main Oglesby campus.
Utica cancels meetings previously set for April 23
Utica has canceled the monthly meetings of the Utica Planning Commission and committee of the whole, previously set for Thursday, April 23.
OSF HealthCare offers virtual class: ‘Powerful Tools for Caregivers’
Participants will gain the tools to reduce stress, build self‑confidence, manage time, set goals and solve problems, communicate feelings more effectively, make tough decisions and find helpful caregiving resources.