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One of the fastest growing sports in the United States is the center of a new sports complex now open in Loves Park, Illinois. Recently, Victory Pickleball hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for its sprawling 54,000 square foot facility, which includes 15 state-of-the-art indoor courts. As a new facility dedicated […]
Meridian School District had the distinct honor of welcoming one of its own back to the grounds as Mitchell Hendrickson, a proud alum of Stillman Valley High School (SVHS), returned with the 37th Helicopter Squadron of the United States Air Force. Sergeant Mitchell Hendrickson and his squadron were on a […]
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By Jane Charmelo NEWS COORDINATOR Joshua Sage says that as far back as his junior high school years, he has enjoyed the outdoors. Talking about his new position as executive director of the Boone County Conservation District (BCCD), the Belvidere native recalled how “The teachers would take us out [on […]
By Trenten Scheidegger CORRESPONDENT The good fortunes continued for the Durand Bulldogs when they traveled to compete in the Oregon Volleyball Tournament, last weekend. On Friday, Sept. 1, the Bulldogs carried an overall record of 8-1. Durand was riding a two-game win streak after bouncing back from their first loss […]
By Marianne Mueller REPORTER The Rockton Police Association’s Blues and BBQ drew a nice crowd on Wednesday evening, Sept. 6 at Settlers Park. Blues and BBQ’s was the brainchild of Village President John Peterson when he served as a Trustee. Peterson approached the Police Department, Village and the Rockton Lions […]
