ST. JOSEPH - St. Joseph-Ogden senior Jared Altenbaumer runs through the team tunnel during the pregame introductions before the start of their home game against Unity on September 6. The undefeated Spartans, now two wins away from a guaranteed postseason bid, are back home this Friday for their first home game in two weeks, facing the Lions of Carterville. SJO moved to 4-0 last Friday after defeating Illinois Valley Central on the road, 42-28.
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PONTIAC - People everywhere are conquering their cabin fever and are enjoying the great outdoors after a long, bitter winter. But before you head out for that hike, health care experts remind you to take precautions to avoid tick bites. Read more . . .