By Marianne Mueller REPORTER Two local families received great support during a fundraiser on Saturday, May 7. At the heart of the day’s action were 40 year old Joey Beard and April Doubleday. Rockton resident Joey Beard has a rare gene mutation called Stat3 GOF, which has caused him many […]
By Marianne Mueller REPORTER A small group from Roscoe’s North Suburban Library had an opportunity to visit the “Butterfly House” at Nicholas Conservatory on Wednesday, April 27. Hours of fun started in a video room where visitors learned how the exhibit comes together. It was stated that it is currently […]
By Marianne Mueller REPORTER Family was at the heart of a very special Quilts of Valor presentation at the Roscoe VFW, Post 2955. on Tuesday evening, April 5. VFW Auxiliary “Buddy Poppy” Chair and past President, Cathy Suchoski opened by saying, “Thank you Veterans, and your family members, the Auxiliary […]
Please be on the lookout for this vehicle. It is a 2016 silver Hyundai Elantra with damage on the driver’s side and passenger side door and a missing back driver’s hubcap. It was stolen last week and has been involved in several thefts of liquor. The car has fled officers […]
By Marianne Mueller REPORTER Gail Johnson had a heart for teaching and for her community. She was a kind, gentle person who was well loved and respected by everyone who knew her. Johnson’s community roots ran deep. She was a student and graduate of Shirland Elementary School and was a […]
By Marianne Mueller REPORTER Hawick Street was the place where there was “No Fooling Around “on April 1. Rockton businesses teamed up to create a full evening of pure fun with no pranks being pulled. This first time event involved live action on Hawick Street. At After the Vine nice […]
By Marianne Mueller REPORTER Spring events began with the Stateline business Expo on March 25 and 27. Nice crowds came out to visit with local representatives from a variety of businesses, local villages, towns or townships. Health and wellness operators, educators, politicians, non-profit organizations, and churches joined in the event […]
By Marianne Mueller REPORTER Hononegah High School’s Beauty and the Beast showcased an extra talented cast and ensemble. Audiences relived the storytelling of this ‘tale as old as time. Filling the Performing Arts Center stage were the best of musicians, choral singers, actors and dancers who invited audiences to “Be […]
By Marianne Mueller REPORTER Harlem Roscoe Fire Department, Station 1 welcomed the family of Lonnie Nelson and the nurse who saved his life. Jessica Grann was recognized by Chief Donald Shoevlin on Tuesday evening, March 22 for her quick life saving actions in December. In a show of appreciation Shoevlin […]
By Marianne Mueller REPORTER Hair of the Dog Grooming has been known for the past 15 and half years for making dogs look and feel good. In this past year the grooming studio has added a new opportunity with a “Doggie Day Camp. Owner Stephanie Mackey, her daughter Jayme West […]