Archive for: May, 2018

Sheriff’s Dept. promotes from within its own ranks

SUBMITTED PHOTOS Belvidere Daily Republican
	Chief Deputy Perry Gay, Sheriff Ernest, Lt. Scott Yunk, and Sgt. Ryan Smith at the Promotion Ceremo-ny.

On Friday, April 27, the next chapter of the Boone County Sheriff’s Office began. With the retirement of Chief Deputy Mark Pollock, Boone County Sheriff David Ernest named Perry Gay as Chief Deputy; Scott Yunk as Lieutenant; Ryan Smith as Sergeant, and announced several other new assignments. Perry Gay, a […]

 
 

Cheers for new Iowa University student

ANNE EICKSTADT PHOTO Belvidere Daily Republican
	Alex Jacobs indicates her Intent to attend Iowa University and perform on their Cheer team.

By Anne Eickstad Editor Alex Jacobs of Belvidere North High School will be going on to study and cheer at Iowa University next school year. Tammy Rentschler and Lacee Slaven had the pleasure of coaching AJ for the past two years after she transferred from Guilford. “AJ was an absolute […]

 
 

Thunderstruck Golf Outing hits all the right notes

ANNE EICKSTADT PHOTO Belvidere Daily Republican
	BNHS Music Booster Club Vice-President Tricia Chen and club secretary Kathy Walton help club supporters check in at Timber Pointe for the booster club fundraiser.

By Anne Eickstadt Editor The Timber Pointe Golf Club was a very busy place on Saturday, April 28. Not only were their regulars out on the course, but the Belvidere North High School Music Booster Association was hosting a fundraiser there from 12 to 10 p.m. “We have over 100 […]

 
 

Live burn training heats up for North Boone firefighters

ANNE EICKSTADT PHOTO Belvidere Daily Republican
	A controlled fire at the base of the tower provides heat and smoke for firefighter training purposes in Poplar Grove.

Editor Four fire departments joined to train together at the training tower in Poplar Grove on Saturday, April 21 – Kirkland, Capron Fire District 1, Boone County District 2, and North Boone County District 3. “We have 20 firefighters training together today. It’s all about dedication and teamwork,” said Chief […]

 
 

Harlem Wizards help BHS club raise money for improvements

ANNE EICKSTADT PHOTO Belvidere Daily Republican
	The Harlem Wizards encourage the kids to come onto the court before the game to shoot baskets, spin balls, and enjoy their tricks.

By Anne Eickstadt Editor The Belvidere High School gymnasium was the site of a fundraiser for the BHS Renaissance Club, which works to improve the school climate from the student’s perspective. They plan initiatives to recognize students, faculty, and staff; help students feel welcome; and improve the overall feeling in […]

 
 

The Hiding Place is the place to be in May

The Hiding Place is the place to be in May

By Anne Eickstadt Editor The Main Street Players of Boone County will be presenting The Hiding Place, the true story of Corrie ten Boom this month. The ten Boom family were devout Christians living quiet, ordinary lives as watchmakers in Holland when the Nazis invade and occupy their country. This […]

 
 

Illinois’ new biggest tree found

Illinois’ new biggest tree found

This is an exciting find for the residents of northern Illinois, and it is sure to bring visitors from miles around to see the official Biggest Tree in Illinois.

 
 

Anna Broski, recognized as Young American for 2018

Anna Broski, recognized as Young American for 2018

Stillman Valley Senior, Anna Broski, has been chosen as one of the Rockford Register Star 20 Young Americans of 2018. Meridian CUSD 223 Superintendent, PJ Caposey, said, “Anna has had an incredible high school career and deserves every bit of recognition she is receiving.

 
 

Seven Stillman Valley High School Athletes sign National Letters of Intent

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These seven Stillman seniors sign national Letters of Intent last week, (L-R) Anna Broski, Evan Christian-sen, Austin Webb, Dallas Reyes, Madison Mandelke, Holly Bathje, Nick Pannarale.

Stillman Valley High School hosted a National Letter of Intent signing day for seven student athletes that will continue with their sport at their college/university of choice.

 
 
 
 
 
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