Belvidere Republican

Letter to the editor

Letter to the editor

Support from State Representative Bob Pritchard As a State Representative serving multiple counties, I meet numerous States’ Attorneys. Michelle Courier is one of the most effective State’s Attorneys, and Boone County residents’ benefit. Michelle is hard working, innovative, and dedicated to improving public safety. She is a native of the […]

 
 

Which state has the highest taxes in the Midwest? Not Illinois, that’s for sure.

Which state has the highest taxes in the Midwest? Not Illinois, that’s for sure. The Illinois Policy Institute is claiming otherwise, citing “recent research.” But that research was actually based on tax collections from Fiscal Year 2013, when the Illinois state income tax rate was five percent. Now, in Fiscal […]

 
 

U of I Extension Office hosts eye-catching winter container gardens program

BELVIDERE – Gardening containers don’t have to be for summer enjoyment. Come learn how easy it can be to create a beautiful winter container garden for your front porch or patio. Join Candice Miller, University of Illinois Extension Horticulture Educator for this informative, hands-on program. Participants will create their own […]

 
 

Belvidere Park District hosts Fall Classic Film Series

BELVIDERE – The Belvidere Park District will host a Fall Classic Film Series. It is a free night of cinematic fun each Sunday night in November. Chairs will be provided for the event, but people are more than welcome to bring blankets and lawn chairs for comfort. Popcorn and refreshments […]

 
 

Belvidere Park District hosts Fall Classic Film Series

BELVIDERE – The Belvidere Park District will host a Fall Classic Film Series. It is a free night of cinematic fun each Sunday night in November. Chairs will be provided for the event, but people are more than welcome to bring blankets and lawn chairs for comfort. Popcorn and refreshments […]

 
 

Dental Group of Rockford to participate in Veteran’s Free Dentistry Day

ROCKFORD– Veterans in the Rockford community will have the opportunity to receive free dental services at Dental Group of Rockford on Saturday, Nov. 7. Dr. Amanda Thorton Morken, Dr. Shobhit Bansal, Dr. Venu Maturi, Dr. Yong Woo Lee and team at Dental Group of Rockford will be improving the oral […]

 
 

Drake Cemetery Dedication service speech

Drake Cemetery Dedication service speech Courtesy of Elaine Huska Belvidere Area Chamber of Commerce Office Manager CALEDONIA – Service of dedication and/or rededication for a Civil War headstone. Headstone Rededication Service: The following service is adapted from the 1917 service for the use of the Grand Army of the Republic; […]

 
 

Fire fighters ready city hydrants for winter

Fire fighters ready city hydrants for winter

By Doug Shiloh Guest Contributor BELVIDERE – Members of the Belvidere Fire Department were in the 300 Block of Perry St. on Wednesday, Oct. 21 flushing fire hydrants as part of winter preparedness maintenance. Flushing is based on the schedule of the Water Department and flushing is easier in the […]

 
 

Public asked to watch out for wanted subject

Public asked to watch out for wanted subject

STATELINE – The Rockford Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a dangerous violent subject wanted for weapons violations. Adam George Herron IV has been a target of criminal investigations for several months and after consultation with the Winnebago County State’s Attorney’s Office the following charges have been […]

 
 

BACC executive director participates in economic development course

BELVIDERE – ComEd recently sponsored Tom Lassandro to participate in a state-wide educational course attended by 44 professionals obtaining training in the fundamentals of economic development. “ComEd is not only a major provider of electric service, but also a strong supporter of economic development throughout Northern Illinois,” said Lassandro. “Through […]

 
 
 
 
 
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