German American State Bank is celebrating the beginning construction of their new branch located in downtown Pecatonica. The announcement comes just eight months after the Bank officially purchased the building. Changes in banking services and technology along with GASB’s strong growth in and around Pecatonica necessitate a more modern banking […]
By Bob Balgemann REPORTER When Building Director Kip Countryman presented his department’s activities update in March, the numbers were so promising that he felt confident the local economy was on the upswing. One month later, in April, bouyed by indicators from Community Development Planner Gina DelRose, there was further support […]
By Marianne Mueller REPORTER Family was at the heart of a very special Quilts of Valor presentation at the Roscoe VFW, Post 2955. on Tuesday evening, April 5. VFW Auxiliary “Buddy Poppy” Chair and past President, Cathy Suchoski opened by saying, “Thank you Veterans, and your family members, the Auxiliary […]
This is awarded to a company or organization that has shown exemplary dedication to improving the environment and protecting our valuable resources. Activities taken in consideration of this award must show substantial support of recycling, reusing, renewing resources, and advocacy of the same within the community. Our Savior’s Lutheran Church […]
Stillman Valley High School Senior, Lillie Doss, and School Counselor, Trisha McKendry, are teaming up with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention to host an Out of the Darkness Campus Walk with the goal of bringing awareness and prevention of suicide to our community. Just nine years ago, Ms. Doss […]