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North Boone stellar season comes to end with 5-3 loss to Newman Central Catholic in sectional finale
BYRON, Ill.—North Boone head coach Andrew Baden got the obvious out of the way by commenting that his baseball team’s 5-3 loss to Newman Central Catholic in an IHSA 2A sectional final wasn’t how it wanted the season to end. But Baden then added that there was one major reason he was proud of his Vikings’ outing on a warm and sunny Saturday at Byron High School: they never deviated from the style of play that got them this far. ...
Time to vote for Rockford Register Star Student of the Week for May 27-31
The nominations are in for Rockford Register Star Student of the Week. This week's finalists include a high-academic achieving student who plans to enroll in the US. Naval Academy; a "star student" active in band, orchestra, and speech; and a third who is on the verge of earning her private pilot's license.
Loves Park Teacher Honored for Being a Beacon of Inspiration and Excellence
St. Bridget Catholic School teacher recognized as 97ZOK Teacher of the Week, praised for her innovative approach to learning and supportive nature. Congratulations to Kelli Appino from St. Bridget Catholic School in Loves Park, Illinois. Emily Pope (mom) and Nolan (son) nominated Mrs. Appino, they write,. Mrs. Appino makes going...
Your turn: Rockford Promise can grow even more with your help
“Why Rockford Promise isn't our No. 1 priority is beyond my comprehension.” – Chuck Sweeny, May 20, 2017. Chuck started promoting Rockford Promise in 2012, and he was frustrated by how slowly it was growing. In 2017, when he wrote a column about the program, 10 full-tuition scholarships...
Rockford, Freeport area schools send top spellers to 96th Scripps National Spelling Bee
Since 1925, children across the country have competed in classroom, school and regional spelling bees in hopes of making it to the big stage — the Scripps National Spelling Bee. The 96th Scripps National Spelling Bee kicks off this year on Tuesday with preliminary rounds. The competition continues with quarterfinals and semifinals Wednesday and finals on Thursday. ...
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