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Stillman Bank held its 13th annual Tree Decorating Contest in conjunction with the Cardinal Community Christmas event in downtown Stillman Valley on Dec. 1. There were 28 groups that participated, including local schools, businesses, and community organizations. Each year, cash prizes are awarded in four categories: Creative/Original Tree, […]
The Meridian Community Unit School District #223 Board of Education named Dr. Michael Plourde as its next superintendent upon approval at their Nov. 25 school board meeting. Dr. Plourde will step into the position on July 1, 2025, leaving his current role as superintendent of Wilmont Union High School […]
By Kaitlyn Adams OGLE JOLLY 4-H CLUB REPORTER The Ogle Jolly 4-H Club met on Nov. 18 for their monthly meeting. The Cloverbud children, ages 5-7, made pumpkin pie in a bag. The 4-H members reviewed old business, including a Veterans Day visit to Double O Saloon […]
The Byron Museum of History unveils the new veteran exhibit called Hell on Wheels, featuring local farmer Everett Jones who served as a medic in Europe during WWII. Everett E. Jones graduated from Leaf River High School in May of 1942, and a little over four months later […]
Byron Lodge #274 AF and AM installed officers for the 2025 year at the Masonic Lodge on Oct. 20. Gerald Zeibert was installed as Master of the Lodge while Michael Thomas was installed as Senior Warden, Christopher Judah as Junior Warden, Ronald Beem as Secretary, Thomas Felker as Treasurer, […]
By Kaitlyn Adams OGLE JOLLY 4-H CLUB REPORTER Ogle County 4-H clubs celebrated National 4-H Week Oct. 6-12. National 4-H Week originated during World War II when the National 4-H Camp in Washington, DC, was postponed due to the conflict. In 1942, Ohio State 4-H Leader W.H. Palmer introduced […]
The Byron Tiger head football coach Jeff Boyer has been recently announced as the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) 2023-24 Coach of the Year. “Coach Boyer’s ability to inspire and develop our student-athletes, both on and off the field, has been nothing short of extraordinary,” states Byron CUSD […]
Have you ever wanted to see a beekeeper in action? Or pick your own apples and berries? Join the University of Illinois Extension for this year’s Ogle County Farm Stroll will be on Sunday, Oct. 13, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. It is a free, family-friendly event. […]
Meridian CUSD #223 proudly announces that board members Jill Huber and Tim DeVries recently attended the Federal Advocacy Conference hosted by the Consortium of State School Boards Associations (COSSBA). This annual conference in Washington, D.C., provided an invaluable opportunity for board members to discuss key federal education policies and […]
The school is thrilled to announce that the Stillman Valley National Honor Society chapter has been recognized for its exceptional achievements with the Service Award of Excellence, awarded by the National Association of Secondary School Principals. This award celebrates their dedication, hard work, and impact in making a […]
