Three arrested in Freeport on drug charges, two arrested in Green County, Wis., after major marijuana bust

From press releases The State Line Area Narcotics Team (SLANT), in conjunction with the Freeport Police Department, executed four simultaneous search
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December 10, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Santa makes stop at Winnebago County Animal Services Dec. 11

From press release Santa will visit Winnebago County Animal Services from 1 to 3 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 11, to promote helping
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December 10, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Pastor to portray Jane Addams Dec. 11 at Tinker Swiss Cottage

From press release Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum and Gardens will present Pastor Amy Nyman who will portray Jane Addams in celebration
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December 10, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Superintendent LaVonne Sheffield addresses honors class cuts, student segregation

To read a full copy of Rockford Public School District 205 Superintendent Dr. LaVonne M. Sheffield’s Dec. 9
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December 9, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Police: ‘No gun involved’ in Dec. 3 abortion clinic argument

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer No gun was involved in an argument between anti-abortion supporters and a man accompanying a female into
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December 8, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

School Board News: Rash of speakers challenge honors cuts at special meeting, matter to be discussed by Education Committee

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Thirty speakers addressed district officials and school board members at the District 205 Administration Building Tuesday,
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December 7, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | 1 Comment

School board holds special meeting tonight to address elimination of honors courses

From staff reports Rockford Board of Education will hold a special meeting at 6:30 p.m., tonight (Tuesday, Dec. 7) at the
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December 7, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | 3 Comments

City Council News: Aldermen address snow plowing, mayor to name Sosnowski replacement

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Two days after the city’s first snowfall, aldermen were quick to discuss snow removal at the Monday,
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December 7, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

District 205 superintendent addresses plans to cut honors courses in memo to Board of Education

Editor’s note: At 4:17 p.m., Friday, Dec. 3, Mark Bonne, Rockford Public School District 205 chief communications officer, sent the
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December 7, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | 1 Comment

Gambling expansion bill heads to House, governor skeptical

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Although the Senate passed a bill to expand the number of  Illinois gambling facilities last week,
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December 6, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Library of Congress exhibit rolls into Rockford Dec. 7-8

From press release A special Library of Congress traveling exhibition—mounted in a customized 18-wheel truck–will visit Rockford in December. The exhibit, which
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December 4, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Cubs great Ron Santo dies

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Legendary Chicago Cubs third baseman and radio announcer Ron Santo died Thursday, Dec. 2, in Arizona,
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December 3, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Woman sentenced to 20 years for role in 2008 murder

From press release Elizabeth Lawyer, 28, was sentenced Dec. 1 by Judge Ron White to a term of 20 years in
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December 3, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Rockford College professor pleads guilty to three counts of criminal sexual abuse

From staff reports Rockford College economics and business ethics professor Robert Von der Ohe, 69, pled guilty to three counts of
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December 3, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | 2 Comments

State’s Attorney testifies against state bill that would abolish death penalty

From press release Winnebago County State’s Attorney Joe Bruscato appeared before an Illinois House Committee in Springfield, Ill., Nov. 30 to
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December 3, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Zoning could be a roadblock in Caledonia tornado rebuilding

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Some Caledonia property owners affected by the Nov. 22 tornado may run into roadblocks as they rebuild
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December 2, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Downtown Holiday Festival set for Saturday, Dec. 4

From press release In some of America’s greatest cities, New York, Chicago and San Francisco among them, the holidays are not
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December 2, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

One-woman show to portray pioneer aviator Bessica Raiche

From press release “Flying Solo: The Remarkable Bessica Raiche,” a one-woman show by Jessica McDonald, will be performed at
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December 2, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Merry TubaChristmas 2010 to play in Freeport Dec. 4

From press release FREEPORT, Ill.—Merry TubaChristmas is celebrating its 37th anniversary (1974-2010). Created by Harvey Phillips, Merry TubaChristmas 2010 concerts will
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December 2, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

District 205 parents question proposed gifted program changes

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer More than 100 people gathered at Washington Academy Tuesday, Nov. 30, for a Parents for Gifted Education
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December 1, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | 1 Comment

Grossology must-see family fun at Discovery Center, Burpee Museum through Jan. 2

From press release Looking for a way to entertain the kids during the holiday season? Introduce them to the stinky, crusty
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December 1, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Audit finds oversights in MetroCentre renovation

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer According to SMG, the group that manages the MetroCentre, an audit released Tuesday, Nov. 30, revealed that
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November 30, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Man sentenced to 20 years for role in 2007 murder of ice cream vendor

From press release Winnebago County State’s Attorney Joe Bruscato announced Nov. 29 that on Nov. 22, after a sentencing hearing, Michael
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November 30, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Rockford woman arrested after delivering heroin to undercover officers at Liberty Park

From press release Nov. 29, the State Line Area Narcotics Team (SLANT) in conjunction with the Drug Enforcement Administration
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November 30, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

State Police release list of Nov. 22-28 DUI arrests in Winnebago County

From press release PECATONICA, Ill.—Illinois State Police District 16 Commander, Lieutenant Martin Zamudio, announced the following arrests were made in Winnebago
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November 30, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Rockford Memorial celebrates opening of new Emergency Department Dec. 1

From press release Rockford Memorial Hospital will celebrate the renovation and expansion of its Emergency Department (ED) with a ribbon-cutting and
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November 30, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Boylan wins first state championship

By Matt Nestor Sports Columnist The identity of the Boylan Titans’ defense all year was turnovers. So, it was fitting that Boylan
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November 27, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Defense holds key to Titans’ championship hopes

By Matt Nestor Sports Columnist It’s the oldest sports story in the world. A classic match-up of the unstoppable force against the
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November 26, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Quarterbacks lead Titans to brink of title

By Matt Nestor Sporst Columnist Boylan senior Frank Cimino is listed as the starting quarterback. And a quick glance at his stats
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November 26, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

District 205 releases Hardy, Sheffield letters

To view a pdf of Dr. LaVonne Sheffield’s June 17, 2010, letter to Dr. Patrick Hardy titled “Re: Separation of
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November 24, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | 28 Comments

School board votes for zoning, delays talks on honors class cuts

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer The Rockford Board of Education voted 5-2 Tuesday, Nov. 23, in favor of zoning–changing where elementary students
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November 24, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | 2 Comments

Johnson, Knaus win fifth consecutive title

By Doug Halberstadt Sports Columnist Former Rockford resident Chad Knaus was part of auto racing history this past Sunday, Nov. 21. He,
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November 24, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | 1 Comment

Time for Favre to do the honorable thing and step aside

By Doug Halberstadt Sports Columnist I think it’s time for someone to tell Brett Favre to call it a career. He is
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November 24, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Titans have earned the support of the entire NIC-10 in pursuit of championship

By Doug Halberstadt Sports Columnist I can genuinely say I am very happy and excited for the Boylan Titans’ football team. They
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November 24, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Some still without power after Monday’s tornado

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer The morning after a tornado touched down in Boone County, a few hundred ComEd customers were still
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November 23, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

State Police release list of Nov. 15-21 DUI arrests

From press release PECATONICA, Ill.—Illinois State Police District 16 Commander Lt. Martin Zamudio announced the following arrests were made by District
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November 23, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Tornado touches down near Rockford

From staff reports A tornado touched down near Rockford at around 3 p.m., Monday, Nov. 22, and caused heavy damage near
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November 22, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

A note about the Hardy letter

By Brandon Reid Assistant Editor Earlier today (Monday, Nov. 22), a local radio station posted a copy of what is alleged to
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November 22, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | 2 Comments

Gas prices come down before Thanksgiving weekend

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Local drivers are seeing lower gas prices than a week ago, prompting some to fill up before
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November 22, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Chicago Rockford International Airport expands Cancun flights

From press release Travelers headed to Cancun, Mexico, now have more nonstop flights from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD). Apple Vacations has
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November 22, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | 2 Comments

Walmart awards $25,000 in grants to Belvidere food pantry, donates refrigerated truck to Food Bank

From press release CAPRON, Ill.—As a part of Walmart’s commitment to fighting hunger, Walmart and the Walmart Foundation have announced that
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November 22, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | 1 Comment

Turnovers help Titans move to championship

By Matt Nestor Sports Columnist The Boylan Titans scored 14 points in the first half, then held on to defeat Crystal Lake
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November 20, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

‘Support Our Troops’ donation drive in downtown Rockford Nov. 20-21

From press release Many area men and women are serving our country far away from home. Especially now, as the holiday
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November 19, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Roscoe man arrested on cannabis charges

From press release Nov. 18, State Line Area Narcotics Team (SLANT) in conjunction with the Loves Park Police and the Drug
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November 19, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Benefit for breast cancer patient Saturday, Nov. 20, at Whiskey’s Road House

From press release Friends and family of “Kris” Blaine are holding a benefit to raise money for her medical expenses and
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November 19, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

State Police to crack down on DUI offenders during holiday travel season; list of Nov. 1-14 DUI offenders released

From press releases PECATONICA, Ill.—Illinois State Police District 16 Commander, Lieutenant Martin Zamudio announced that District 16 troopers are preparing for
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November 19, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Congress passes Manzullo’s resolution condemning Nov. 7 election in Burma

From press release WASHINGTON, D.C.—The U.S. House unanimously approved a resolution Nov. 18 authored by U.S. Rep. Don Manzullo (R-16) condemning
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November 19, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Park District Foundation announces $1.6 million challenge matching gift

From press release Nov. 15, the Rockford Park District Foundation announced it had received a challenge matching gift by an anonymous
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November 19, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Man charged with residential burglary

From press release Shortly after noon, Wednesday, Nov. 17, neighbors reported a burglary in progress in the 1200 block of Harding
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November 18, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Third-Friday ‘Raise the Roof’ event at River Valley Complex in Leaf River Nov. 19

From press release LEAF RIVER, Ill.—November brings Veterans Day and Thanksgiving before the holiday hysteria settles in for good, and the
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November 18, 2010 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)


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