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Watseka
Iroquois County, Illinois


Community Action offers homeless prevention services
The East Central Illinois Community Action Agency is reminding residents that assistance is available to prevent homelessness and stabilize housing. Through partnerships with the Central Illinois Continuum of Care, the…
St. Paul’s students celebrate being good
Students at St. Paul’s school recently celebrated a Fall Festival as part of a new positive behavior incentive program. Organized by teachers Mrs. Zabel and Mrs. Pendry, the initiative rewards students for displaying…

Trees up at Old Courthouse Museum
The Old Courthouse Museum has begun preparations for its 58th Annual Christmas Tree Lane, inviting community groups and families to decorate trees under this year's theme, "Santa's Workshop." Participants can reserve…

Last five local volleyball teams fall in sectional semifinals
Five local volleyball teams, including Arthur-Lovington-Atwood-Hammond, Cissna Park, Fisher, Salt Fork, and Westville, were eliminated in the sectional semifinals on Tuesday night. Each team suffered a loss on the road…

Iroquois County marriage licenses
Iroquois County has released the list of marriage licenses issued throughout October 2026. Several couples from Watseka, Martinton, and surrounding communities, including Gilman and Milford, filed their applications…
Watseka Masonic Lodge #446 awards 2026 scholarships
The Watseka Masonic Lodge #446 has awarded its 2026 merit-based scholarships to four local high school seniors: Payten Rickert, Gretchen Willms, Emilee Bernard, and Owen Overbey. Supported by the Illinois Masonic…