By Kathryn Menue, EDITOR VFW Post 1461 of Belvidere gave back to two community organizations after the National Veterans of Foreign Wars awarded them with a special grant for such purposes. “We received a $1,000 grant to be used in our community from the national VFW,” VFW Post 1461 Commander […]
Tina R. Fritts, 54, of Roscoe, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 25, in her home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on Nov. 24, 1961, in Belvidere, the daughter of Ray E. and Patricia M. (Etes) McCoy. She graduated from North Boone High School class of 1979. Later, she […]
By Bob Balgemann, REPORTER The Boone County City-County Coordinating Committee is one of seven standing committees of the County Board. This one consists of five members, each representing the Belvidere City Council and the County Board. Co-chairs are Alderman Dan Snow and County Board member Cathy Ward. The Committee deals […]
By Jean Seegers, REPORTER Rockton Township Historical Society members have been scouring their attics and barns in preparation for their annual fundraiser. On Saturday, Oct. 22, they hosted the “Trash to Treasures” rummage sale at the Rockton Township Historical Society Museum at 529 Green St. in Rockton. Doors opened at […]