Durand agriculture program, FFA has a successful first year By Emily Newcomer DURAND AGRICULTURE INSTRUCTOR & FFA ADVISOR It has been many years since the Durand community has seen an agriculture program. After one year back in the school district, we have a variety of agriculture courses available to 7th […]
Byron Lady Tigers win playoff opener By Chris Johnson REPORTER Fighting until the end, the Byron Lady Tigers found a way to turn a slow close to the spring sports season into a bright start to the 2019 Class 2A post-season. A 6-5 win over Big Northern neighbor Oregon on […]
Forestry expert prepares kids for Appalachian Mountains Mark Herman, Superintendent of Education at Byron Forest Preserve, coordinated training for 2019 Byron Key Club Mission Trip members who leave May 31 for 10-days in the Appalachian Mountains. It was perfect afternoon on Monday, May 13, to spend an hour with Sue […]
Preserving veteran experiences and stories celebrated at Harlem HS By Margaret Downing Reporter Turn-out was good May 11 at the Harlem High School’s Veteran Project Gala 2019 event. As explained by teacher Nicholas Stange, “Twenty four students have worked diligently to preserve the unique stories of our local veterans and […]
CherryVale Mall adds Tilt Studio and Tilt Ten to former Sears location CherryVale Mall announced today the addition of a new-to-market entertainment venue, Tilt Studio and Tilt Ten. The venue will feature more than 121,000 square feet of entertainment, chef-crafted food, signature drinks, family activities, and hundreds of the newest […]
Teachers, staff recognized as ‘Super Heroes’ in Rockton School District By Marianne Mueller REPORTER Super Heroes come in all shapes, sizes. In the Rockton School District they come in the form of teachers and staff who help to shape the lives and futures of students. Celebrating those who give of […]
National Police Week event held in Roscoe By Margaret Downing REPORTER President John F. Kennedy designated May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day in 1962. On that calendar week now, May 15 is known as National Police Week to pay tribute and honor those law enforcement officers who have fallen […]
Stateline Chamber Women @ Work celebrate Derby Day 2019 By Jean Seegers REPORTER About 40 working ladies, many sporting elaborate, colorful and unique hats, gathered for the annual Stateline Chamber Women @ Work Derby Day luncheon, Friday afternoon, May 3. The event was held at North Pointe Wellness Center, 5605 […]
Eye catching art pieces showcased at Whitman Post, Rockton Grade School Art Show By Marianne Mueller REPORTER Students at Whitman Post Elementary were asked to “Think Big” as each had artwork on display that was both breathtaking and eye-catching on Wednesday, May 4. Students rose to the challenge to create […]