The Mercyhealth Development Foundation’s annual Golf Play Day raised more than $20,000, thanks to the support of golfers, volunteers and corporate sponsors. The charity outing was held May 17 at the Beloit Club and attracted 144 Mercyhealth Development Foundation supporters. This year’s event raised more than $20,000 for the Mercyhealth […]
By Margaret Downing REPORTER Progress is being made on the proposed “Fred Machesney Memorial” to be placed in a front lot of the old Machesney Park Mall on N. Second Street. A dedicated group of historical representatives is and has been busy on getting everything created and lined up […]
Everyone is cordially invited to join the Durand Library on Saturday, Oct. 14, at 10 a.m. to learn about owls. Most people don’t get to see owls in person, but nevertheless people still love them and are fascinated by these extraordinary birds. Dr. James Giocomo, the Central Region […]
The Boone County Conservation District (BCCD) was the first conservation districts to become established in the state of Illinois on Nov. 4, 1964. Approaching its 60th anniversary, Executive Director Josh Sage will be presenting the colorful history of the organization, as well as defining its established mission and purpose. He […]
Six Byron Music Students were selected to participate in the 2023 Illinois Music Education Association (ILMEA) All-State Festival. The Festival took place on Jan. 25-Jan 27, in Peoria. ILMEA sponsors District and All-State competitions for the State of Illinois. Illinois is divided into nine districts. Byron is located in District […]
Congratulations to the Harlem High School cheer team for qualifying for IHSA state! They placed 4th at the Belvidere North sectional with a score of 91.17 and will be competing this Friday in Bloomington.
On Feb. 26, 12 young men took the stage at Pecatonica High School to compete for the title of Mr. PHS. Co-chaired by Key Club members Ashley Burrow and Payton Kasper, the 5th Annual Mr. PHS pageant raised over $4,700 in support of the Rockford-based Kids Around the World organization. […]
By Christopher Johnson REPORTER At the start of the week and with two games to go on the regular season schedule, the Pecatonica Indians boys basketball has guaranteed itself a first place finish this season. With a mark of 9-1 at the start of play this week and holding a […]