Mendota High School is opening its big gym for the little ones this summer.

LaSalle Speedway maintains a lineup of fun and innovative events allowing patrons to interact with seasoned drivers. The "Racing With Kenny" promotion coming up in June is no different.

Young hoopsters -- both girls and girls -- can hone their court skills at upcoming summer camps at Illinois Valley Community College, the school announced recently.

The Illinois Valley Community College (IVCC) women's basketball team knows about transition: It has gone from a team that tired out late in the season and was short on players last year to one playing its best ball late in the year with a full roster. Plus, it knows how to score on the fast break -- perhaps its best transition of all.

The sixth annual All-City Swim Meet took place at the Riordan Pool in Ottawa with much fanfare.