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

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Shane Saathoff - April 18, 2024

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

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Shane Saathoff - April 1, 2024

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,...

Illinois Veteran from Bourbonnais to Shine at Colorado’s National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic

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Shane Saathoff - March 26, 2024

SNOWMASS VILLAGE, Colo. – Anthony Woodson, a blind veteran from Bourbonnais, Illinois, is set to participate in the transformative 38th National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports...

Lake County Health Department Urges Routine Colorectal Cancer Screening for Prevention

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Shane Saathoff - March 26, 2024

Lake County, IL - In a community health initiative, the Lake County Health Department has underscored the importance of routine screening for colorectal cancer...

Illinois: Blues Brothers Con Returns to Old Joliet Prison in August with Dan Aykroyd, Jim Belushi

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Shane Saathoff - March 23, 2024

Joliet, IL - The highly anticipated second annual Blues Brothers Con, hosted by the Joliet Area Historical Museum, is set to bring back the magic...

Chicago, IL – French Discovery Could Elevate Chicago’s Dinosaur Experience at Field Museum

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Shane Saathoff - March 10, 2024

Chicago, IL – Chicago's prehistoric ambassador, Maximo, may soon see his saga deepened after a groundbreaking Titanosaur find in southern France. In May 2022,...

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