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By Marianne Mueller REPORTER Settlers Park welcomed mega sized crowds to take in four days of fun from June 13-16. Event organizers were joined by an all volunteer committee. The Rockton Lions Club works closely with the Village of Rockton, Rockton Fire Protection District, Rockton Village Public Works Department and […]
Last week, the Rockford Park District convened for our routine quarterly all-staff meeting. These meetings are a time to recognize both teams and individual employees who have gone above and beyond in their roles to successfully serve our community and act as exceptional coworkers! Below are our employees/teams of the […]
By Amy Harn BYRON CHOIRS Members of Byron choirs, along with alumni, family, and friends, returned from their Ireland tour on June 9. During the tour, they were able to perform in many beautiful venues inside and out, with the final performance being an exchange concert at the Royal […]
By Jane Charmelo NEWS COORDINATOR This July, if you happen to be driving along Perryville Road in Rockford, you may notice a colorful mural and wonder what it’s all about. According to The Arc of Winnebago, Boone & Ogle Counties Executive Director Amy Newell, the mural is a reminder that […]
Members of the Durand and Pecatonica FFA chapters attended the 96th annual Illinois State FFA Convention June 11-13 along with more than 5,000 other FFA members, advisors, and guests. With a 2024 theme of “United As One,” the three-day event annually recognizes achievements of Illinois FFA members, elects the […]
By Marianne Mueller REPORTER Rockton Pride began in June of 2023 after forming as a support system for all who are in the community of LGBTQ+ and allies. Reflecting back – A kick-off party was held at Rockton’s Village Green park on July 14 of 2023, following a virtual presentation […]
The highly anticipated opening of Rockford’s long-desired casino is almost here. Hard Rock International today revealed the grand opening date for Hard Rock Casino Rockford’s permanent facility will be Thursday, Aug. 29, with a star-studded Guitar Smash, in Hard Rock tradition. The doors will open to the public at approximately […]
Members of the Byron FFA chapter attended the 96th annual Illinois State FFA Convention June 11-13 along with more than 5,000 other FFA members, advisors, and guests. With a 2024 theme of “United As One,” the three-day event annually recognizes achievements of Illinois FFA members, elects the major state […]
