Structure fire and downed power lines
On June 3, emergency responders were dispatched to 705 John Street following reports of wires sparking and a structure...
During the Heritage Days celebration last weekend, the Boone County Arts Council dedicated its newest downtown mural that honored the life and legacy of Sarah J. Ames, who became chief deputy sheriff of Boone County in 1891; appointed by her husband, then-Sheriff Albert T. Ames. She was known for her […]
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BY THE PECATONICA HISTORICAL SOCIETY The 75th anniversary of the start of the Korean Conflict is this year. As part of Pecatonica Memorial Day weekend that took place on May 24, the Pecatonica Historical Society held an open house to honor our local Korean War Era veterans. The […]
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By Marianne Mueller REPORTER Temperatures hitting the 90s made the first Ironman 70.3 Rockford-Illinois competition extra challenging for 2,700 athletes from various states and countries and more than 1,500 volunteers. Held on June 22, the event was organized by Go Rockford (Rockford Area Convention and Visitors Bureau) in partnership with […]
July 4, 2025 / no comments
Winnebago County 4-H, The Bicycle Hub, and the Pecatonica Lions Club are partnering to offer local youth the chance to learn important information about bicycle maintenance, safety, and riding skills at the annual Bicycle Rodeo, scheduled for Saturday, June 28, from 10 a.m. to noon. The event will once […]
June 28, 2025 / no comments
By Marianne Mueller REPORTER Students at Shirland School finished the school year in a creative learning environment as a wax museum came to life on Tuesday evening, May 29. Behind the educational fun students researched a historical figure, or a celebrity, took notes from multiple sources, composed a speech and […]
June 28, 2025 / no comments
By Margaret Downing REPORTER Machesney Park Mayor Steve Johnson proudly announced more triumphs for Harlem High School’s bowling team members, and notes, “The Harlem Girls Bowling Team has won its second straight National Title, and the Harlem Boys Bowling team is national runner -up. “Both teams dominated at the U.S. […]
June 28, 2025 / no comments
On June 3, emergency responders were dispatched to 705 John Street following reports of wires sparking and a structure fire. The Belvidere Fire Department, along with county-wide units, quickly responded to the scene to contain the hazard and ensure public safety. At approximately 1:17 p.m., dispatch received calls regarding sparking […]
June 13, 2025 / no comments
During the Heritage Days celebration last weekend, the Boone County Arts Council dedicated its newest downtown mural that honored the life and legacy of Sarah...
July 4, 2025
On June 3, emergency responders were dispatched to 705 John Street following reports of wires sparking and a structure...
June 13, 2025 12:31 pm
Meyer’s Tails Up Farm is once again opening its gates for Dog’s Day Out, a free community event for dog lovers,...
May 15, 2025 1:13 pm
BY THE PECATONICA HISTORICAL SOCIETY The 75th anniversary of the start of the Korean Conflict is this year. As part of Pecatonica Memorial Day weekend...
July 4, 2025
Winnebago County 4-H, The Bicycle Hub, and the Pecatonica Lions Club are partnering to offer local youth the chance...
June 28, 2025 8:24 pm
By Trenten Scheidegger CORRESPONDENT The Durand Bulldogs and the Pecatonica Indians compete in one of the...
June 13, 2025 12:31 pm
By Marianne Mueller REPORTER Temperatures hitting the 90s made the first Ironman 70.3 Rockford-Illinois competition extra challenging for 2,700 athletes...
July 4, 2025
By Marianne Mueller REPORTER Students at Shirland School finished the school year in a creative learning environment...
June 28, 2025 8:24 pm
By Marianne Mueller REPORTER Hononegah Community High School graduates heard words of encouragement, helping them...
June 13, 2025 12:30 pm
By Marianne Mueller REPORTER Temperatures hitting the 90s made the first Ironman 70.3 Rockford-Illinois competition extra challenging for 2,700 athletes...
July 4, 2025
By Margaret Downing REPORTER Machesney Park Mayor Steve Johnson proudly announced more triumphs for Harlem High School’s...
June 28, 2025 8:23 pm
By Margaret Downing REPORTER Aldermen at the June 2 bi-monthly Loves Park City Council meeting approved…and also...
June 13, 2025 12:29 pm
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In a quiet corner of Illinois, a bright light shines in the form of Xiang Yi Chen, a high school senior whose remarkable...
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The highly anticipated grand reopening of Joe Parks Athletic Complex at Byron High School was held on May 1, marking...
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