The Herald

Hononegah High School forums first steps in determining high school’s future

  By Marianne Mueller REPORTER Two recent forums held at the Hononegah high school library were a starting point for determining the future of Hononegah High School. Superintendent Lynn Gibson welcomed parents, alumni, and the overall public.  “I am in my twelfth year here and have never been any place […]

 
 

Referendum for the November ballot approved by Board of Education

  The Hononegah Community High School District #207 Board of Education voted to place a referendum on the Nov. 8, 2016 ballot that would authorize expansion and upgrades to Hononegah Community High School. A group of local citizens is forming a campaign committee to advocate and support the passing of […]

 
 

Worries that city looking to unite police with sheriff’s department

  By Margaret Downing REPORTER South Beloit resident Ilah Tinder brought up a topic to commissioners at the Aug. 15 council meeting concerning rumors around town that there is a possibility that commissioners, in their work on a new annual budget, may decide to go with the Winnebago County Sheriff’s […]

 
 

Colorful competition found at Stateline Chamber Retro run

Colorful competition found at Stateline Chamber Retro run

  By Marianne Mueller Reporter Flashbacks of the ’70s through the ’90s era created an aura in Settlers Park on Saturday evening, Aug.13. Nearly 150 participants prepared to take on the challenge of a 3 mile run. “Each of you has dressed in their own interpretation of what they feel […]

 
 

Stepping Stones celebrates 25 years of quality child care

Stepping Stones celebrates 25 years of quality child care

By Jean Seegers REPORTER Twenty five years ago Toni Brown opened Stepping Stones Child’s Center.The first location was at the Rockton Community Center.As her business grew, Brown realized she needed more room.She moved the business to a larger facility on Main Street in Roscoe. The day care and pre-school continued […]

 
 

New season opens in style for Roscoe Rockton Lions Jr. Indians football

New season opens in style for Roscoe Rockton Lions Jr. Indians football

  By Marianne Mueller REPORTER Excitement mounted as hundreds of football players, coaches, assistant coaches, cheer teams and supporters welcomed a new season of Roscoe Rockton Lions Football on Saturday morning, Aug. 6 at the Rockton Athletic Fields. Jeff Schelling announced the day’s action. Families and friends of the Junior […]

 
 

Old Stone pre-school celebrates 20 years with ice cream social, open house

Old Stone pre-school celebrates 20 years with ice cream social, open house

  By Marianne Mueller REPORTER Sounds of fun and laughter were heard on the grounds of the Old Stone School pre-school on Sunday, Aug. 7. Current and past students were joined by the public in celebrating and reflecting on 20 years of a place where educational futures began. The Rockton […]

 
 

Getting down and dirty for a good cause at Epilepsy Mud Volleyball tournament

Getting down and dirty for a good cause at Epilepsy Mud Volleyball tournament

By Jean Seegers REPORTER The annual Epilepsy Foundation Mud Volleyball tournament got underway at 8:30 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 6. This year, 220 teams on 32 mud-clogged courts were slotted to participate throughout the day. The tournament was held in Roscoe’s Riverside Park. Spectators cheered for their favorite team as the […]

 
 

Roscoe Police Department, Roscoe Lions Club host National Night Out

Roscoe Police Department, Roscoe Lions Club host National Night Out

By Jean Seegers REPORTER The campus at Life Church, 5910 Elevator Road in Roscoe was the setting for the 2016 National Night Out, on Tuesday, Aug. 2. The movement began in 1984. The purpose was to bring law enforcement personnel and community members together for an evening of fun and […]

 
 

Nygren Wetlands hosts evening of nature poetry, prose

Nygren Wetlands hosts evening of nature poetry, prose

By Jean Seegers REPORTER Twilight is a special time at Nygren Wetland Preserve.Prairie wildflowers are at their peak and wetland wildlife abound.  On Thursday, Aug. 4, several dozen guests, seated under a large tent in the middle of the prairie, enjoyed the view while sampling refreshments and appetizers and listened […]

 
 
 
 
 
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