The evening was brisk but clear as more than 100 persons showed their love for families by attending Byron Lodge #274 A.F. and A.M. 3rd Annual Spaghetti Supper on March 1 at the Masonic Temple at north Route 2 and Ashelford Drive. The Masons served spaghetti and meatballs, […]
The Tiger boys of Byron High School are the regional champions in Class 2A as of Feb. 28, beating out Rockford Lutheran 64-51. Their next game was in Marengo on March 5, results of which were not yet available at press time.
Meridian CUSD 223 is proud to announce that their preschool program has been awarded the Silver Circle of Quality designation by ExceleRate Illinois, the state’s quality recognition and improvement system for early learning and development programs. This prestigious recognition highlights Highland Elementary School’s commitment to providing high-quality early childhood […]
Applications are now available for the Floski Family Foundation Scholarship for Service and Leadership. The $1,000 scholarship is being offered for the 17th year to a graduating Byron High School senior who has demonstrated service beyond self-interest and beyond BHS to the wider local, state, national or international […]
Benny’s Corner Market is proud to announce a $500 donation to Meridian Junior High School, made possible through the Alliance Grant from U.S. Energy. This contribution reflects the market’s ongoing commitment to supporting local education and investing in the future of education in the Meridian CUSD #223 community. […]
The Byron Museum of History will host an art exhibit of work by members of the Eagle’s Nest Art Group (ENAG). The show will begin with an Opening Reception on Saturday, Feb. 15 from 1 to 3 p.m. Several artists will be on hand to welcome visitors. The […]
Families living within the Meridian CUSD #223 school district who have children who will be five by Sept. 1, 2025, are invited to register for Kindergarten Kickoff for the 2025-26 school year at Highland Elementary School. This night is designed to help provide a smooth transition into school […]
The Byron Schools Food Pantry has had a great holiday season of donations that started before Thanksgiving. The BHS National Honor Society collected money from donut sales to purchase their annual turkey dinners for all of the food pantry families. Nikki Yerly pointed out, “This is a […]
On Dec. 18, 2024, Officer Garrett Henderson (to right of flag) was promoted and sworn in as a Sergeant of the Byron Police Department at the City Council meeting. Sergeant Henderson has been with the BPD for seven years and looks forward to his new role as Sergeant, serving […]
By Jodi Baumgartner 4-H PROGRAM COORDINATOR, UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS EXTENSION Eighty-nine Ogle County 4-H’ers were honored for their achievements during the 2024 4-H year at club programs. The 4-H Experience Award allows 4-H’ers to be recognized for their work in Project Learning, Participation, Community Service, and Leadership. Three levels […]