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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Artisan Market Registration Now Open!

The Country Herald Artisan Market located in the main menu above and online at artisan-market.com is a local directory for artisans covering categories including...

Buzz From Above: Drone Flying Adventures in the Kankakee River Valley

Spring is in the air, but what’s the buzz from above? That is the investigative mentality most drone enthusiasts have when they take to the...

Watch Avengers Endgame Early! Just sit through 22 films

AMC announced it will be hosting a 22-film MCU marathon, beginning April 23rd and ending on the 26th at  5 pm local time, one...

SEGA announces Genesis Mini releasing this Fall

SEGA announced at its annual fan fest event in Tokyo on Friday that on September 19th it will launch the new Sega Genesis Mini worldwide.  The...

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.