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Lady Bucs fall to Boylan Titans
By Trenten Scheidegger CORRESPONDENT The Belvidere Bucs hit the road on Dec. 10 as they looked to upset the Boylan...
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Cardinal Christmas held in Stillman Valley
The Village of Stillman Valley hosted their annual Cardinal Christmas on Dec. 1. Mr. and Mrs. Santa arrived by fire truck to Ladders of Learning. Children could get photos taken with Santa and tell him what they would like for Christmas. The tree lighting took place beside […]
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Rockton Christmas Walk reflected on 40 years while making new lifelong memories
By Marianne Mueller REPORTER Sounds of the season were heard in the Village of Rockton Dec. 6-8 as the 40th annual Christmas walk welcomed thousands of visitors throughout the weekend’s festivities. Tricia Diduch took the reins in her ninth year at the event Chair. Friday night the community gathered at […]
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Machesney Park trustees approve a number of items
By Margaret Downing REPORTER The Machesney Park village trustees met Dec. 2. Village Management Analyst Kevyn Sutter explained that the board passed various variances for building sizes, driveway widths, height regulations, sign heights, and industrial design standards, various special use permits for public utilities and outdoor storage and two text […]
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13th Annual Tree Decorating Contest winners announced
Stillman Bank held its 13th annual Tree Decorating Contest in conjunction with the Cardinal Community Christmas event in downtown Stillman Valley on Dec. 1. There were 28 groups that participated, including local schools, businesses, and community organizations. Each year, cash prizes are awarded in four categories: Creative/Original Tree, […]
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Whiskey Hotel Barbecue expands business with new bar, winter menu
By Marianne Mueller REPORTER When entering Whiskey Hotel Barbecue dining guests are taken into a warm, friendly, comfortable atmosphere with a rustic flare. The public was welcomed to the grand opening of its much-anticipated bar service with the introduction of a new winter menu on Nov. 23. Since opening its […]
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Harlem Huskies Sports Round-up
Girls basketball Nov. 25 – Marian Central 33, Harlem 27 (Olivia O’Laughlin 8 points, 12 reb.) Nov. 26 – DeKalb 55, Harle 46 (Haley Fulton 23, OO, 11 points, 8 reb.) Strombom Tournament Opened season with 48-43 win over Dundee Crown, before falling to Sycamore, 82-69. Had a game against […]
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Meridian School Board votes on Dr. Plourde as new superintendent
The Meridian Community Unit School District #223 Board of Education named Dr. Michael Plourde as its next superintendent upon approval at their Nov. 25 school board meeting. Dr. Plourde will step into the position on July 1, 2025, leaving his current role as superintendent of Wilmont Union High School […]
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Cardinal Christmas held in Stillman Valley
The Village of Stillman Valley hosted their annual Cardinal Christmas on Dec. 1. Mr. and Mrs. Santa arrived by fire truck to Ladders of Learning....
Understanding our shared water supply
By Dan Kane, PG WATER RESOURCE SPECIALIST, BOONE COUNTY The State of Illinois and Boone County are funding a project...
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12/18/24 Shopper’s Guide
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13th Annual Tree Decorating Contest winners announced
Stillman Bank held its 13th annual Tree Decorating Contest in conjunction with the Cardinal Community Christmas event in downtown Stillman Valley on Dec....
Meridian School Board votes on Dr. Plourde as new superintendent
The Meridian Community Unit School District #223 Board of Education named Dr. Michael Plourde as its next superintendent...
Ogle Jolly 4-H Club updates
By Kaitlyn Adams OGLE JOLLY 4-H CLUB REPORTER The Ogle Jolly 4-H Club met on Nov. 18 for their monthly meeting. ...
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