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By John Neitzel Poplar Grove Village President POPLAR GROVE – Whereas, little free libraries are handcrafted, weather proof structures, that will contain constantly changing collection of books donated and shared by residents of all ages; Whereas, children and families in the Village of Poplar Grove do not have a public […]
BELVIDERE – Belvidere South Middle School has achieved Level I certification in Marzano High Reliability Schools. In certification terms, it means that the school has created a safe and collaborative culture for students and staff. The High Reliability Schools (HRS) Program was created by Marzano Research to help transform schools […]
BELVIDERE – The Belvidere Bucs men’s volleyball teams faced off against Jefferson High School on Tuesday, May 17. The junior varsity team started out rough falling to Jefferson 11-25. In the second match, Belvidere was able to make up some ground, but ultimately lost to Jefferson 16-25. The Bucs […]
BOLINGBROOK – A variety of public education stakeholders were honored yesterday for their support of education during the Illinois Chapter of the National School Public Relations Association’s (INSPRA) annual Distinguished Service Awards luncheon at Bolingbrook Golf Club. Thirty-three individuals and teams, including four from Meridian CUSD 223, were recognized in […]
OGLE COUNTY – On Saturday, May 28, through Sunday, June 19, Karen Virnoche-Brown, her husband James of “Team Buffaloes” and their volunteers will help save more lives from cancer at the 14th Annual “Breast Yard Sale” to benefit the American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Ogle County. The yard […]
DURAND– Mediacom Communications presented Joseph Runkle, a 2016 graduate of Durand High School, with a $1,000 scholarship as part of the company’s World Class Scholarship Program. The award recognizes the Davis resident for outstanding leadership and academic accomplishments. Mediacom annually gives $1,000 scholarships to 55 graduating seniors to provide support […]
By Doug Schroder Editor PECATONICA – Motorcycle riders gathered together on Saturday, May 14, at Cimino’s Restaurant in Pecatonica for the 2016 Memory Ride. Lori Burhkardt coordinated the event, in memory of the motorcycle riders who lost their lives. Added to the list this year were: Anna Capriola, Amanda Leigh […]
On Friday, May 6, the Pecatonica Bass Fishing Team participated in the Sectional tournament at Pierce Lake at Rock Cut State Park. The team members are Adam Green, Travis Jacobs, Danny Daly, Nick Gasparini, and Jake McGrew. Their coach is Mr. Brett Dunn. Mr. Dunn said, “they fished hard, they […]
By Jean Seegers Reporter ROCKTON – Gabrielle Ainsworth will be a member of the Augustana College swimming team next fall. On Thursday, May 5, the Hononegah senior signed a national letter of intent. Ainsworth has been a member of the HHS varsity swimming team for four years. She has been […]
By Margaret Downing Reporter LOVES PARK – Roscoe resident Doug Scott was recognized at the Harlem High School Vet Project’s “2016 Gala” May 14. Scott was born and raised in Elgin, Ill. He has a pretty clear memory of his time in the Navy. He served as a dive-bomber […]
