Shane Saathoff

An active writer for two decades, Shane's focuses on local news and events throughout the area, Shane is an active historian, science nerd, and tech geek. Shane is a native of Bourbonnais, IL, and alumni of Olivet Nazarene University.

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Fireworks’ Hidden Dangers: Short and Long-Term Impacts on Birds

Chicago, IL - As Americans prepare to celebrate the Fourth of July with fireworks this evening, it’s essential to acknowledge the significant, often unseen,...

Illinois Thief Nabs Bright Red Village Truck – Genius Move?

Sherman, IL - In a stroke of criminal brilliance, someone decided that a bright red village truck was the perfect getaway vehicle. According to the...

Minnesota Golfers Raise $7.5K for Pancreatic Cancer by Golfing 100 Holes in Kankakee, Illinois

Kankakee, IL - Three dedicated golfers from Minnesota took on the challenge of playing 100 holes in one day on June 20th at the...

Lightning Storms Unleash Hulk-Level Gamma Rays, New Research Finds

Urbana, IL - In a revelation that could excite any comic book fan, researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign have identified that lightning...

Celebrating National High Five Day: Former Marine, World Series Champ, Credited with the Iconic Gesture Creation

Chicago, IL - When was the last time you celebrated with a high five?  On National High Five Day, let’s reflect on this universally beloved...

Museum’s Mystery: Who is Minnie Owen? Illinois Museum Searches for Artist of Century-Old Newspaper Painting

Watseka, IL - A century-old painting titled "Man reading newspaper" is at the heart of a historical whodunit at the Iroquois County Museum.  The artwork,...