Belvidere Republican

Weekend Events for Saturday, Aug.22-23

Weekend Events for Saturday, Aug.22-23

Saturday, Aug. 22 The Vintage Wheels and Wings Museum in Poplar Grove is hosting a Beer Tasting event called “Cheers to the Beers” in the outdoor pavilion.  The event will feature malts, barleys, and hops. Advanced ticket purchase is recommended. The IDA public library in Belvidere is hosting “Make and […]

 
 

Structural fire occurs in Belvidere

Structural fire occurs in Belvidere

By Kathryn Menue Editor BELVIDERE – At approximately 9:24 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 14, a structural fire started at 123 Gladys Court in Belvidere. No occupants of the home were hurt, nor were any of the firefighters who arrived on the scene to fight the fire. According to Belvidere Fire […]

 
 

Wee Farm, Petting Zoo for more than wee kids

Wee Farm, Petting Zoo for more than wee kids

By Shelby R. Farrell Reporter BELVIDERE – Although Tuesday was Kids Day at the Boone County Fair, entertainment and fun opportunities were still present for the kids of Boone County all week. The Wee Farm and Petting Zoo has been a staple of the Boone County Fair for over 30 […]

 
 

Alpine Kids Days a big hit as always at Boone County Fair

Alpine Kids Days a big hit as always at Boone County Fair

By Michele Gruba Reporter BELVIDERE – On Thursday from 10 a.m. until noon, kids and adults brought their competitive spirits to the final day of Alpine Banks Kids days. The days events included potato sack races, balloon blowing, bubble gum blowing, egg toss and a watermelon eating contest. Each competition […]

 
 

Helen Catherine Severson, 86

Helen Catherine Severson, 86

BELVIDRE – Helen Catherine Severson was born in Minneapolis, Minn. on Aug. 22, 1928 to immigrant parents George and Anna Schmidt. As a girl she loved to run, ice skate, and to perform with her high school synchronized swim team. After graduation, she worked for Sister Kenny at the Kenny […]

 
 

Ova Clarice Albrecht, 78

Ova Clarice Albrecht, 78

Ova Clarice Albrecht, 78, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 19 in Fort Wayne, Ind. Born in Elijah, Mo, Ova worked as a medical secretary with VA Northern Indiana Health Care for many years. She was a member of Blackhawk Ministries, and will be remembered as a dedicated wife and loving mother. […]

 
 

North Boone hires new superintendent

North Boone hires new superintendent

POPLAR GROVE – North Boone School District hired Dr. Michael J. Greenlee as the new superintendent as its special board meeting held on Monday, Aug. 17.  Dr. Greenlee will take over on Sept. 1 for Interim Superintendent Ted Rehl. The school board is excited to welcome Dr. Greenlee back to […]

 
 

Belvidere school menus week of August 24, 2015

Belvidere school menus week of August 24, 2015

Elementary schools Monday, Aug 24- Mini Corn Dogs, Chicken Nuggets w/ Rice Krispy Bar, Bosco Sticks Tuesday, Aug 25- Mini Maple Waffled & Sausage, Chicken Patty Sandwich, Chicken Creaser Salad Wednesday, Aug 26- Pepperoni Pizza, Spaghetti W/ Sauce & cheese, All American Sub Thursday, Aug 27- Hot Dog, Baked potato […]

 
 

4-H Horse, Pony Show opens up Boone County Fair

4-H Horse, Pony Show opens up Boone County Fair

By Kathryn Menue Editor BELVIDERE – Before the crowds came, before the stands opened, and before the music and roar of the rides and entertainment came to life, the Boone County Fair opened in the back corner of the fairgrounds with the 4-H Horse and Pony Show in the outdoor […]

 
 

Pageant Queens unmasked at Boone County Fair

Pageant Queens unmasked at Boone County Fair

By Shelby R. Farrell Reporter BELVIDERE – Two local girls had their wishes come true Tuesday night, as they were crowned Miss Boone County and Little Miss Boone County. Jilliana Marie Paul, 18, and Melrose Martinez, 8, will reign in their respective titles for the next year, starting with various […]

 
 
 
 
 
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