Shows continuous quality improvement commitment to children in Roscoe Stepping Stones Child’s Center Roscoe received the Silver Circle of Quality designation from ExceleRate Illinois, the state’s new quality recognition and improvement system for early learning and development providers. “Every early learning and development provider who participates in ExceleRate Illinois makes […]
By Jean Seegers Reporter The Roscoe, Rockton and South Beloit School Districts are known for their outstanding teachers and academic excellence. Every year one or more teachers from Stateline area schools are among those selected from throughout Winnebago and Boone counties to receive the prestigious Golden Apple Award for Excellence […]
By Marianne Mueller Reporter Rockton, Roscoe, and Machesney Park are all asking voters to approve a proposed road referendum on March 17, 2020. South Beloit is also attempting to get the same referendum on the ballot. Voters will be asked, “Shall the Village of Rockton, Illinois for expenditure on roadway […]
Hononegah High School to present Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat The music department is excited to be getting rehearsals and preparations underway for the upcoming spring musical comedy Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat! The show is directed by Amy Jensen, choreographed by Kristy Neumer and costumed by Rebecca […]
By Jean Seegers Reporter Michael Schultz (Citizens for a Healthy Community) and Laura Rodriguez gave an informal presentation to Roscoe Trustees at the Feb. 19 Village meeting supporting the mental Health referendum that will appear on the ballot, March 17. Schultz said the goal of the Mental Health referendum is […]
By Marianne Mueller Reporter Every year the Stateline Chamber recognizes great works and contributions of businesses or an indivdual who have gone above and beyond in volunteerism or by taking supportive measures. Eight winners were awarded from a nice variety of finalists; each chosen based on public input. Criteria to […]
By Jean Seegers Reporter Sunday, Jan. 26 through Saturday, Feb. 1, was National Catholic Schools Week throughout the United States. The annual event celebrates Catholic education. Children in pre-kindergarten through eighth grade and their teachers at St. Peter Catholic School in South Beloit participated in special activities throughout the week […]
Harlem-Roscoe Fire Trustees promoted Firefighter Nate Sarver to the rank of Lt. on Jan. 27. Lt. Nate Sarver joined the department in April of 2012. He became an EMT in March of 2014, and a Paramedic in June of 2016. Nate was promoted to Lieutenant on Feb. 4, 2017. Nate […]
By Chris Johnson REPORTER Lady Indians loosen grip on NIC-10 control With less than two weeks to go in the basketball season, the Hononegah Lady Indians find themselves at least a full game back in the NIC-10, following a 13-point loss to Auburn Friday, Jan. 24. The Lady Indians 10-2 […]
Get ready for the sap to flow and the syrup to boil! Welty is hosting its 14th annual Maple Sugar Fest on Saturday, Feb. 22 from 8 a.m. to noon at Big Hill Center, located at 1201 Big Hill Court in Beloit. The morning will be filled with maple sugar-themed […]