In a quiet corner of Illinois, a bright light shines in the form of Xiang Yi Chen, a high school senior whose remarkable journey from China to Byron is as inspiring as it is heartfelt. This year, Xiang Yi (pronounced shī-YEE) celebrates not just her upcoming high school graduation […]
A beloved local tradition is rolling back into town. Build-A-Bike Belvidere returns for its ninth year on Wednesday, May 14, continuing its mission of bringing the community together to put bikes – and big smiles – into the hands of local children. The one-day event rallies together volunteers, sponsors, and […]
After the roof collapse in February of 2021, the Pec Playhouse Theatre went in search of a new home. It was in December of 2023 that the Pec Playhouse Theatre board first viewed the “Bennett Construction Building” situated on the corner of Third and Reed Streets as a possible […]
Rockton Pelican Fest is back for fifth year with favorite and new experiences Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day and the annual return of the American White Pelicans with other migrating birds to the Rock River region by attending the Rockton Pelican Fest, a free, family-friendly festival on Saturday, May […]
By Margaret Downing REPORTER Former Mayor Darryl Lindberg has this to say about one of the city’s most dedicated city council members who retired April 25 after 30 years on council: “I want to offer A. Marie Holmes the very best as she retires from the City of Loves Park […]
The highly anticipated grand reopening of Joe Parks Athletic Complex at Byron High School was held on May 1, marking the completion of renovations aimed at enhancing athletic experiences for the community. The event was to be a celebration of both the facility’s rich history and its exciting future. […]