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Shirland School presented The Little Mermaid Jr.

Ariel and Prince Eric

By Marianne Mueller REPORTER Shirland School’s stage was transformed into the sea, creating a place where Ariel invited audiences to become “Part of Your World,” on May 2 and 3 in the production of The Little Mermaid, Jr. Under the direction Ms. Dawn Heavilin, the district’s music teacher and musical […]

 
 

New Machesney Park officials sworn in at board meeting

COURTESY PHOTO The Journal
	Machesney Park Village President Steve Johnson is shown being sworn in for another term. See more photos inside.

By Margaret Downing REPORTER At the May 5 board of trustees meeting, swearing in ceremonies for newly elected or reelected officials:  Mayor Steve Johnson, 3rd term, Clerk Chris Galetsis, Treasurer Deb Alms, 3rd term, Trustee Aaron Wilson, 4th term, Trustee Joe Seipts, 3rd term, and Trustee Neil Rote were held. After […]

 
 

From Fujian to the future: Xiang Yi’s inspiring journey to the P.E.O. STAR Scholarship

SUBMITTED PHOTO Tempo
	Xiang Yi Chen, born in the Fujian province of China, moved to America with her family when she was six years old. She is now a U.S. citizen and set to be a graduating senior at Byron High School.

    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 […]

 
 

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Belvidere gears up for 9th annual Build-A-Bike event to support local kids

COURTESY PHOTO Belvidere Republican
   The ninth annual Build-A-Bike returns Wednesday, May 14, to bring donated bicycles to pre-selected children in need.

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 […]

 
 

Pec Playhouse Theatre continuing to fundraise for new location

SUBMITTED IMAGE The Gazette
	The proposed architectural plan for the new Pec Playhouse Theatre.

    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

SUBMITTED PHOTO The Herald
	The 5th Annual Rockton Pelican Fest will take place on Saturday, May 17. There will be many activities and demonstrations throughout the day, including “Hoo” Haven at 10 a.m. with their live American White Pelican.

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 […]

 
 

Loves Park City Council member A. Marie Holmes retires

MARGARET DOWNING PHOTO The Journal
	Loves Park Mayor Greg Jury is shown presenting Marie with a glass heart for her service to the City of Loves Park. The glass heart: "Loves Park, the City with a Heart."

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 […]

 
 
 
 
 
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