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Illinois Congressman Sorensen’s Priorities for Savanna, Sherrard Included in Infrastructure Bill
Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) applauded the inclusion of investments for Western Illinois in the bipartisan Water Resources Development Act of 2024 (WRDA), legislation that authorizes the Army Corps of Engineers to carry out major water infrastructure upgrades across the country. Following Sorensen’s advocacy, the bill was passed out of the...
Celebrating 95 years of the Rock County 4-H Fair
ROCK COUNTY, Wis. (WMTV) - Janesville welcomes back the Rock County 4-H Fair for year 95! This summer the fair begins on Tuesday, July 23rd and runs through Sunday, July 28th. A county fair filled with rich traditions and fun for all. This fair is an annual family-friendly event held every July in Southern Wisconsin. Fair-goers come from all across the badger state to experience grand stand events, exhibitioner entertainment, great food and of course, the animals!
Community responds to abandoned dogs in Belvidere
BELVIDERE, Ill. (WTVO) — Over 54 dogs were abandoned and rescued last week at Hammertime Unleashed Dog Park and community members stepped up to help those who are now responsible. After a local dog-walker mistook the dogs for foxes, Boone County Animal Services got a call from the Sheriff’s Department about the abandonment. It was […]
Hot time at the fair. Glassblowing demos, UW band add to the fun at the Rock County 4-H Fair
JANESVILLE — Molten glass and the high-energy UW Band turned up the heat at the Rock County 4-H Fair Wednesday, on an already steamy weather day. The band was the evening grandstand entertainment, sounds of the drum line and horn line echoing throughout the fairgrounds. Some fairgoers watched from grandstand seats while many more listened while enjoying funnel cakes, cream puffs and roasted corn, wandering through animals barns, playing carnival games and waiting in line for carnival rides. ...
Mosquito spraying in Loves Park to occur overnight Tuesday
LOVES PARK, Ill. (WTVO) — The City of Loves Park says outdoor spraying to prevent mosquito population growth will take place in the overnight hours beginning Tuesday night. The city has partnered with Clarke Outdoor Spraying for the operation, which will begin after 10 p.m. A truck-mounted sprayer will distribute an ultra-low volume spray meant […]
Explore More Illinois Welcomes Back Chicago Red Stars
Explore More Illinois, RAILS’ online cultural and recreational pass program for Illinois libraries, welcomes back for the 2024 season, the Chicago Red Stars in Bridgeview!. Established in 2007, the Red Stars were a founding member of the former Women’s Professional Soccer and would later become one of the original eight teams to form the National Women’s Soccer League in 2013. The Red Stars have made the playoffs in six consecutive years from 2015-2020, clinching the team’s first appearance in the NWSL Championship in the 2019 season as well as appearing in the NWSL’s Challenge Cup Final in 2020.
Harlem Graduate Ary Purifoy gearing up for first season with NIU Soccer
DEKALB, Ill. (WIFR) - Ary Purifoy, a 2020 Harlem Graduate, is heading back to the pitch in the stateline. The Oklahoma State goalie is transferring to NIU after nice appearances and three starts with the Cowgirls. The last time Purifoy was playing soccer in the area, it was with the Eclipse Club in her high school days.
Afternoon Newscast for July 24, 2024
Here's a roundup of regional headlines from the KBIA Newsroom:. Katelynn McIlwain, originally from Freeport, Illinois (go Pretzels!), is the managing editor for KBIA. She assists KBIA newsroom leaders in planning, supervising and producing news programming for radio broadcast, including daily news and in-depth reports, as well as public affairs programming.
Ottawa Commissioner Says OSF's Enhanced Hospital Plan Is Still "Not Adequate"
An enhanced plan for a new hospital in Ottawa isn't enough to satisfy one major decision maker. Last week, OSF HealthCare announced plans to add eight additional medical/surgical beds and an additional procedure room to their proposed new hospital in Ottawa. At the same time OSF asked a state board to delay their permit application to give the city of Ottawa time to ponder their enhanced plan.
Deere and Company Begin Laying Off Salaried Employees
(Moline, IL) -- Deere and Company has begun laying off salaried employees. A statement from the company sent to WQAD News 8 does not specify the number of employees affected or the locations impacted. The company says a reduction in product demand and increased operational costs at John Deere have...
Yorkville City Council hears concerns over proposed annexation
An attorney representing several homeowners says her clients need more time ahead of a proposed annexation and rezoning to manufacturing of about 138 acres of land off Eldamain Road and north of Corneils Road into Yorkville. Attorney Monica Shamass spoke during a public hearing on the annexation at Tuesday's Yorkville...
Starved Rock Country Community Foundation Backs New Montessori School in Ottawa
Three-to-six-year-old kids in Ottawa are a step closer to getting a jump start on their futures. The Starved Rock Country Community Foundation has announced its plan to sponsor the Trinity Rose Montessori School of Ottawa. The school is scheduled to open in the fall of 2025. It will be led by Suzannah Walter, a veteran teacher of the Montessori approach.
Rockford cancer survivor nearly gave up singing. Now she’s back in the swing of things
ROCKFORD — First, Sophia Walsh lost her voice as she knew it. Then, she lost her love to perform. Theater had been a constant for Walsh since age 7, but at the start of her senior year in high school she underwent throat surgery to remove a cancerous tumor. She said the voice she had trained her entire life was not the same after surgery. She lost confidence, and after high school she retreated to behind-the-scenes work.
Teen accused in multiple burglaries takes plea deal
The Beloit teen accused of burglarizing Robinson Elementary School and Community Health Services in the same night takes a plea deal in Rock County Court. Tuesday morning 19-year-old Jordan Njos plead guilty to two counts of burglary in the two separate cases. An additional charge of theft was dismissed but read into the record.
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