By Robert Ryder VETERANS ASSISTANCE COMMISSION OF BOONE COUNTY The cars were lined up for almost a half mile as dozens came out to Poplar Grove Wednesday, Feb. 10, to celebrate the 100th birthday of World War II Army veteran Walther Petroske. The “birthday parade” was a joint effort involving […]
By Marianne Mueller Reporter Ryan Rydell is a familiar face in the Stateline. He has served local communities through dedicated volunteerism, working in many capacities. He is a self -employed business owner at RyCOM Creative who celebrated 10 years in business with an open house on Jan. 21. Family, friends, […]
By Bob Balgemann Reporter Village officials have kicked off preparing their 2021-22 budget with an opening workshop that set the stage for what will come at future meetings. The mayor and trustees will get into the dollars and cents side of the process Saturday morning at village hall. At that […]
Three members of the 2021 varsity girls bowling team at Harlem High School will continue their education – and bowling – at Rock Valley College (RVC) in nearby Rockford. Joana Araojo, Jocelynn Eggert and Olivia Watton signed their letters of intent Feb. 17, committing to enrolling at RVC this fall. […]
Byron Forest Preserve will offer ‘Archaeology of the Chicago Portage National Historic Site via Zoom Lecture on Sunday, Feb. 28 at 2 p.m. Join staff archaeologist Paula Bryant of the Illinois State Archaeological Survey to learn about the Chicago Portage, a low and short divide between the Great Lakes and […]
Congratulations to the Durand 5-8th grade Spelling Bee participants. Shiloh A. will be representing the elementary at the regional spelling bee, with Dominic V. as the runner up.
By Christopher Johnson REPORTER A schedule adjustment was required this past week, but it didn’t prevent the Pecatonica Lady Indians from notching another win on the 2021 winter basketball calendar. On Monday, Feb. 15, Pecatonica knocked down Pearl City 36-31 to maintain its position with a few others, leading the […]