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Nicor Gas Energy Efficiency Program celebrates 1.1 million energy-saving milestone with Loves Park-based company

The Nicor Gas Energy Efficiency Program is celebrating an energy-saving milestone with Perfetti Van Melle USA, which manufactures and distributes popular chewing gum products in the North American market. The company, known for producing Mentos, Airheads, Trident, Dentyne and other legacy candy, gum and mint brands, has surpassed 1.1 million […]

 
 

‘Collection,’ locally authored, now available at RPL

Rockford Public Library (RPL) announces the accession of Collection, a comprehensive art book by renowned local cultural figures Doc Slafkosky and Jerry Kortman, into its Local History Department. This significant addition documents five decades of art collection and represents an important contribution to the preservation of Rockford’s artistic heritage. The […]

 
 

Rockford University announces two new Master’s Degrees in Kinesiology Department

Rockford University is thrilled to announce the addition of two new master’s degree programs in the Kinesiology department: Master of Science in Exercise Physiology (MSEP) and Master of Arts in Sport Management and Leadership (MASL). The MSEP degree is designed for individuals interested in advancing careers in personal health and […]

 
 

Machesney Park trustees approve a number of items

VILLAGE OF MACHESNEY PARK PHOTO The Journal
	Representatives from Concordia Lutheran School in Machesney Park are pictured being honored at the board of trustees meeting for their Light Up the Parks entry.

By Margaret Downing REPORTER The Machesney Park village trustees met Dec. 2. Village Management Analyst Kevyn Sutter explained that the board passed various variances for building sizes, driveway widths, height regulations, sign heights, and industrial design standards, various special use permits for public utilities and outdoor storage and two text […]

 
 

Harlem Huskies Sports Round-up

HUSKIES FAN FAVORITE PHOTO The Journal
	Madison King (3) passes the ball to Melina Coletta (31) in Harlem's season opener against Marian Central. The Huskies lost, 33-27.

Girls basketball Nov. 25 – Marian Central 33, Harlem 27 (Olivia O’Laughlin 8 points, 12 reb.) Nov. 26 – DeKalb 55, Harle 46 (Haley Fulton 23, OO, 11 points, 8 reb.) Strombom Tournament Opened season with 48-43 win over Dundee Crown, before falling to Sycamore, 82-69. Had a game against […]

 
 

City of Loves Park preparing for the Christmas season

By Margaret Downing REPORTER A number of items were approved at the bi-monthly Loves Park city council meeting Nov. 18: *Per the mayor’s report, the “Light Up the Parks Parade” will be held on Sunday, Nov. 24 with a kick-off set for 5:30 p.m. at Loves Park City Hall. *City […]

 
 

Window World awards energy-saving home makeover

SUBMITTED PHOTO The Journal
	La Verne Moss learned last Tuesday that she won an energy-saving home renovation courtesy of Window World of Rockford, shown here with Window World owner Scott Williamson.

It’s been an emotional week for La Verne Moss, who learned last Tuesday she won an energy-saving home renovation courtesy of Window World of Rockford. “I think I’ve cried more in the last three days than I have since our mother passed,” said Moss before letting out a big sigh. […]

 
 

Harlem hosts National Guard deployment ceremony      

HARLEM SCHOOL DISTRICT PHOTO The Journal
	Thank you to Harlem High School in Machesney Park for hosting the Oct. 24 mobilization ceremony for the 725th Transportation Co. and for the culinary arts program’s great spread.

Harlem High School proudly hosted the Deployment Ceremony for the 725th Transportation Company of the Illinois Army National Guard, based at the National Guard Armory in Machesney Park. This event was a meaningful opportunity to support the brave men and women who serve our nation and protect our freedoms. It […]

 
 

More improvements planned for N. Second Street in Machesney Park

PARKS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PHOTO The Journal
	Local officials participated in a ribbon-cutting ceremony in celebration of remodeling at Village Hall.

By Margaret Downing REPORTER Machesney Park village trustees approved a number of items at the Oct. 21 board meeting: *A resolution awarding a construction contract went to Norwest Construction and Blacktop of South Beloit for the N. Second St. ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) Ramp Improvements was approved. *The final […]

 
 

Friends of IL Nature Preserves kicks-off volunteer stewardship season at Harlem Hills

JESSIIE CROW MERMEL PHOTO The Journal
	Volunteer stewards collect seeds for prairie restoration at Harlem Hills Nature Preserve. Photo by Jessie Crow Mermel.

The community is invited to participate in an eco-restoration kick-off event at Harlem Hills Nature Preserve on Sunday, Oct. 27, from 1 to 4 p.m. This event marks the beginning of a series of regular restoration workdays dedicated to preserving the unique gravel prairie ecosystem of Harlem Hills. Attendees can […]

 
 
 
 
 
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