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MONROE CENTER – Five teachers from Monroe Center School had the opportunity to continue their education by enrolling in the Library of Congress Teaching with Primary Sources (TPS) Train the Trainer program offered through the Barat Education Foundation this past summer. Through this class, each of these teachers became a […]
By Marianne Mueller Reporter ROCKTON – Trivia honoring educational futures was the name of the game and the challenge was on at Stephen Mack Middle School as teams of eight put their heads together answering trivia questions ranging from Red Valentine’s Day, TV moms, Disney themes, history and politics, music, […]
Submitted By Wanda Cacciatore Byron Women’s Club BYRON – In planning the program subjects for the nine Luncheon/Meetings for the Byron Women’s Club each season, an attempt is made to include a program pertaining to healthy lifestyle. This year’s Boot Scootin’ Seniors through the auspices of the Rock River Center […]
BYRON – The Byron Chamber of Commerce held a Ribbon Cutting and Open House on Wednesday, Feb. 4 at Ogle County Chiropractic Center, Inc. located at 137 N Walnut St., Suite 5/PO Box 969 Byron, IL 61010. Dr. Amanda Jennings has been a chiropractor since 2010. She graduated from National […]
WINNEBAGO – The Winnebago Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the Community Service Awards Banquet, “Making a Difference” on Thursday March 12. Craig Culver, CEO and Co-Founder of Culver’s restaurants will be the featured speaker at the banquet. The 2014 citizen and business of the year will be announced during […]
By Chris Johnson Reporter DURAND – On Monday Feb. 9 at 6 p.m., the Durand School Board of Education met to discuss issues affecting the school; development seemed to be a common theme. Superintendent Kurt Alberstett reported to Trustees that he was continuing to investigate ways to improve the environment […]
Submitted by Kay DeMarco PECATONICA – The First Baptist Church of Pecatonica received memorial money that the congregation earmarked for a mission church in the city of Tarlac, Phillipines. Sue Siemens, a member of the Pecatonica Woman’s Club, presented a program telling of her experiences on a five-day visit to […]
By Jean Seegers Reporter ROCKTON – “Gentlemen (and ladies), get your bibs on! It’s time once again for the fourth annual Chili Cook-off and Bag Toss Tournament sponsored by Josh Ryan Cornerstone Wealth Management, and Rockton Lions Club. Save Saturday, Feb. 21 for a day of fun and tasty eating. […]
By Marianne Mueller Reporter ROCKTON – Imaginations soared as 62 young ones created paper owls or Lions, decorated bags with stickers, made Tootsie Pop flowers, colored sheets featuring Leo the Lion, and learned a cool technique where crayons were melted and pressed on Saturday, Feb. 7. Making this event unique […]
By Jean Seegers Reporter ROSCOE – Ledgewood Elementary School nurses Jen Sellers and Jill Hewitt have been instrumental in scheduling and organizing three days of pre-kindergarten and kindergarten readiness screening for children three to five years of age. As of Feb. 4, over 219 children have been tested. Additional screening […]
