Shane Saathoff

Shane has been an active writer for more than two decades, focusing on local news and events throughout the region. A native of Bourbonnais, IL, and alumnus of Olivet Nazarene University, he spent over a decade working in radio newsrooms before transitioning full-time to print and digital journalism. A passionate historian and self-described science and tech geek, Shane is also a lifelong Michigan Wolverines fan, a bit of a baseball junkie, and enjoys building LEGO sets with his nephew in his downtime.

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Soccer Camp is almost here!

In this beginner’s soccer program children will enhance their motor skills and coordination while learning fundamental soccer skills. Parents are encouraged to participate and...

Shell Shocked – Wind takes out local gas station

Shell gas station located in the 100 block of S. Kinzie Avenue in Bradley, IL had the canopy collapse due to high winds early this morning. The business is shut down and no reported injuries or hazardous conditions have been reported.

NextVR partners w/NHL & Disney to bring fans closer to Ice

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. (PRWEB) NextVR, the leader in broadcasting live events in virtual reality, and the National Hockey League...

Spotify is serious about ad blocking users

In a terms of service updated earlier today, Spotify is now explicitly banning ad blockers.  A new rule that states “circumventing or blocking advertisements...

Lane Closure in Bourbonnais

The Village of Bourbonnais announced today that the intersection at Route 45/52 will have a lane closure for tomorrow, Feb 8th 2019, beginning at 6pm.  This...

Thunder Therapy fights insomnia

According to a scientific study, sounds of nature like rainfall or babbling streams (and thunder) have restorative and relaxing side effects on our psyche, physically adjusting the way our brains work and reducing our body’s fight-or-flight tendencies.