By Bob Trott Reporter ROCKTON – Candice Cortese and Charlene Stahl of the Hononegah School District staff are candidates this year for “Those Who Excel” recognition in Illinois, Principal Eric Flohr reported at a regular school board meeting Wednesday, Sept. 16. About Stahl, the Flohr said, “She sees adolescents become […]
By Jean Seegers Reporter ROSCOE – Winners of the cash drawing at this year’s Lions Club Fall Festival were announced at the Sunday night, Sept. 13, conclusion. Jason Bonomo won the first place cash prize of $5,000. Hal Wilson won $1,500 for second prize and Joe Guest took home $1,000 […]
By Jean Seegers Reporter ROSCOE – Fall may not officially arrive for another week or so, but the annual Fall Festival in Roscoe always signals the end of summer activities. The fundraising event, sponsored by the Roscoe Lions Club was held in Leland Park, Sept. 11-13. Admission was free. Visitors […]
ROSCOE – Harlem-Roscoe Fire Prot. Dist. has a new fast attack, off-road, grass fire truck in service at their Station #3 on Willowbrook Road. The new grass truck, 763, will respond to grass/field fires and is capable to go off-road to fight vehicle or tractor fires. Harlem-Roscoe Fire Chief Don […]
By Marianne Mueller Reporter ROSCOE – First Congregational Community Church is reaching out to the community in a unique manner during this year’s Roscoe Lions Club Fall Festival. They are hosting a clothing drive, plus a fresh produce and food give away. Young ones are invited to use imaginations at […]
By Jean Seegers Reporter ROSCOE – The Sept. 1, Roscoe village meeting drew a contingency of Oak Village condo owners who expressed their disapproval of the proposed Village Garbage Ordinance. Tempers flared as one resident followed another to the microphone to voice their anger and express their frustration and disagreement […]
By Jean Seegers Reporter ROSCOE – About a year ago, after extensive renovations, Ebeneezer Brown Restaurant, 4866 Bluestem Road in Roscoe, opened their doors in the former DiGiovanni’s Restaurant location. On Saturday, Aug. 29, a new and improved Ebeneezer Brown celebrated a grand re-opening. Katie Leahy and Ashley Stupka are […]
By Marianne Mueller Reporter ROCKTON – Throughout the history of Talcott Library only six librarians have been at the helm. W.W. Austin was originally a teacher who served as head librarian from 1889-1891. Mary Forward followed during a 36-year term running 1901-1936. Hilda Prag was well known in her 25 […]
By Marianne Mueller Reporter ROCKTON – Coaches, football players, cheer squads, friends and family of the Roscoe, Rockton Junior Indians organization celebrated the opening of a new season on Aug. 8 at The Rockton Sports Complex. Andy Gannon kept the excitement of the day’s action rolling as the events announcer. […]
By Marianne Mueller Reporter SOUTH BELOIT – Perfect weather allowed for a full day of family fun at the annual Corn Boil at South Beloit City Park on Saturday, Aug. 22. Young visitors could ride a mechanical bull, jump in bounce houses, play bag toss games, or have their faces […]