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Hispanic Heritage Month in Rockford: Campos, Cruzes made significant contributions
How much do you know about the history of Hispanic and Latino culture and community in Rockford? In recognition of National Hispanic Heritage Month, the Rockford Register Star has partnered with La Onda, a newly-formed nonprofit organization, to help share and celebrate the impact of Hispanic and Latino people, businesses and organizations in and around the Rockford area. ...
Rail authority approved for $75K in funding, board chairman says this is a ‘tremendous opportunity’
WINNEBAGO COUNTY, Ill. (WTVO) — A Winnebago County Board unanimously approved $75,000 in funding for the county’s rail authority on Thursday. “Put the structure together so that things can move forward and there’s tremendous opportunity,” said WCRA Board Chairman Paul Cicero. “We just are going to get on it and hope for the best.” Cicero […]
Children's Museum of Rock County receives $50,000 donation
JANESVILLE — The Children’s Museum of Rock County has received a $50,000 donation from BlueScope Buildings North America, bringing its capital campaign total to $9.6 million. That’s just $400,000 short of a $10 million goal. The funds raised will be used to convert the former First National Bank Building at 100 W. Milwaukee Street in Janesville into a children’s museum John Westphal, president of the board for the Children’s Museum...
'Our mission is growing.' Blackhawk Tech dedicates new Public Safety Center
JANESVILLE — Blackhawk Technical College showcased state of the art equipment and its new athletic facility in an open house and ribbon cutting ceremony at its new Public Safety Center on Thursday. The new center, which was a part of a $32 million referendum approved by voters in Rock and Green counties in 2020, features educational hubs for police, fire and EMS. There is also a gymnasium for basketball and volleyball. ...
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