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Districts of Distinction is a national recognition program created by District Administration magazine to honor school districts that are leading the way with new ideas that work. We’re looking to recognize established initiatives that are yielding quantifiable benefits, and that could be replicated by other districts. After one year of […]
Any arrests listed below are merely accusations and the defendant is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. On 06/15/16, Byron Police arrested Jessica Newton, age 24 of Byron, on an Ogle County warrant. Newton was transported to the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office and held in lieu […]
Although long-time Rockford Public Schools theatre teacher, Mr. Crow, has retired from the classroom, he has not retired from the theatre. His first post-retirement gig is director for Pec Playhouse Theatre’s upcoming production of the musical Sugar, based on the film Some Like It Hot. The hit musical played 505 […]
Fire crews were called to a blaze on the corner of Telegraph and Eddie Roads on the morning of Wednesday, July 6. Officials say an early morning fire in Winnebago destroyed a shed and the machinery inside. Win-Bur-Sew Firefighters were called to the scene near Telegraph and Eddie roads just […]
By Chris Johnson Reporter Municipal leaders, acting in capacity as Committee Member, discussed issues currently facing the Village of Pecatonica during the Thursday, July 7, meeting of the Committee of the Whole. As the evening began a look at the upcoming Cars on Main surfaced. Discussion had already occurred on […]
The Blue Star Banner Program is all about remembering our local men and women who are currently serving in the military. Many may be familiar with the Blue Star Program, but they may not know the history of the “Blue Star” symbol. The “Blue Star” symbol began around 400 BC when Alexander the Great made use of it […]
Services provided by McHenry Township Road District for more information call 815-385-3076 read more about our new programs: Recycling Program You will be asked to show a photo ID with your address at the recycling site. The recycling program is for McHenry Township residential homeowners only, no out of […]
ELECTION JUDGES NEEDED The Presidential Election is fast approaching and there is a shortage of Election Judges in McHenry County. Get information about Election Judge qualifications and duties, plus you can also download applications from the County Clerk’s Office by going to: co.mchenry.il.us/county-government/departments-a-i/county-clerk/elections/election-judges. What is an Election Judge? Election Judges are […]
The Salvation Army of McHenry County Back to School Project provides school supplies for children K – 12 in McHenry County. With your help we can ensure every child has the basic supplies needed to start the new school year. Supplies List: Back Pack, 1″ Binders, 2″ Binders, Colored Pencils, […]
