Sheffield cancels WNTA appearance and media roundtable

From staff reports Rockford Public School District 205 Executive Director of Schools Earl Hernandez, School Board President David Kelley and District
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December 17, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | 2 Comments

Manzullo has ‘serious reservations about moving Guantanamo Bay terrorists to Thomson’; could trials be held in Rockford?

From press release WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Rep. Don Manzullo (R-16) issued the following statement Dec. 15 reacting to President Barack Obama’s decision
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December 17, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | 2 Comments

West Middle School student arrested

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer One day after six female West Middle School students were arrested for allegedly taking part in what
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December 16, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Manzullo secures $4.8 million in defense R&D for Rockford-area manufacturers

From press release WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Rep. Don Manzullo (R-16) announced Dec. 16 he has secured $4.8 million in federal funds for
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December 16, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

More than 300 Auburn students ‘stand up for Dr. J’

By Joe McGehee Staff Writer In reaction to the dismissal of Dr. Richard Jancek as Auburn High School principal, more than
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December 16, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | 1 Comment

AMCORE announces sale of $135 million in loans

From press release AMCORE Bank, a wholly-owned subsidiary of AMCORE Financial, Inc., announced Dec. 14 the sale of approximately $135 million
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December 16, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

UPDATED: Auburn students walk out in protest of principal’s removal

Editor’s note: This report was updated at 11 a.m. By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Members of the Auburn High School student body have
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December 16, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | 1 Comment

Auburn, West principals removed from their posts

By Joe McGehee Staff Writer Richard Jancek and Thomas Schmitt have been removed from their posts as principals of Auburn High School
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December 16, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | 1 Comment

6 students arrested at West Middle School

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Six female West Middle School students were arrested today, Dec. 15, for their alleged roles in a
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December 15, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | 1 Comment

TV evangelist Oral Roberts dies

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer One of the pioneers of television evangelism,  Oral Roberts, has died. According to spokesman, A. Larry Ross,
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December 15, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Carrie Underwood tickets on sale this Friday

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Tickets for Carrie Underwood’s Saturday, April 10, 2010 show at Rockford MetroCentre go on sale this
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December 14, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

RAMIs deadline Dec. 15

RAMI Nominations are being accepted until the 15th of December. Go to www.ramiawards.com to nominate. If you are a RAMI Musicians
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December 14, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

H1N1 vaccination clinics open to all population groups

From press release Since late October, local health systems and physician offices have strived to reach as many of those considered
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December 11, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

AMCORE receives NASDAQ initial notice of minimum bid price non-compliance

From press release AMCORE Financial, Inc., announced it received a notice from The NASDAQ Stock Market stating that because the minimum
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December 11, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

UPDATED: Student found with loaded handgun at Auburn Freshman Campus

Editor’s note: The following report was updated at 4:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 11. By Joe McGehee Staff Writer Rockford Public School District 205
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December 11, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | 5 Comments

UPDATED: Auburn student arrested with gun, bulletproof vest

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer A 16-year-old male student at Rockford Auburn High School was arrested Friday, Dec. 11 for being
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December 11, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | 4 Comments

All hands on deck in the fight to stop Asian carp

From press release URBANA, Ill.—Now that Asian carp DNA has been detected beyond the electric barrier—a mere 7 miles from Lake
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December 11, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

District 205 touts new messaging system, superintendent draws fire for late cancellation

From press release, online reports Editor’s note: Rockford Public School District 205 cancelled school at about 6:20 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 9,
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December 11, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Obama gives Nobel Peace Prize acceptance speech

Editor’s note: Following is the text of President Barack Obama’s Nobel Peace Prize acceptance speech, given Thursday, Dec. 10,
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December 10, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Manzullo: $850,000 will help fight crime, create jobs

From press release WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Rep. Don Manzullo (R-16) announced Dec. 10 he has secured $850,000 in federal funds for various
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December 10, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Major financial ratings firm downgrades Illinois

From press release Dec. 8, Moody’s Investors Service downgraded Illinois’ general obligation debt from A1 to A2, the ninth downgrade or
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December 10, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Conservatory construction continues

From press release The Rockford Park District Board of Commissioners approved a change order totaling $293,382 to Ringland Johnson Construction Company
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December 10, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Park District board approves tax levy ordinance

From press release At their Dec. 8 board meeting, Rockford Park District Board of Commissioners approved a 2009 tax levy of
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December 10, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

State Police to conduct roadside safety check in Winnebago County this weekend

From press release PECATONICA, Ill—The Illinois State Police, District 16, will conduct a roadside safety check in Winnebago County during the
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December 10, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Better Business Bureau reports record online numbers

From press release The numbers tell the story…2 million online hits so far in 2009—a new Better Business Bureau (BBB) record.
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December 10, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Public schools offer holiday shows—open to public

From press release Anyone looking for some festive seasonal entertainment need look no further than the Rockford public schools, where there
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December 10, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Manzullo, Durbin secure $800,000 for job creation, higher education

From press release WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Rep. Don Manzullo (R-16) and U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) announced Dec. 9 they have secured
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December 9, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Governor signs campaign reform law

From press release CHICAGO—Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn (D) signed into law a ground-breaking campaign finance bill that imposes Illinois’ first-ever contribution
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December 9, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Editorial: Sheffield’s credibility shot, Rockford schools deserve better

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer When Dr. Lavonne Sheffield assumed her superintendent post this year, the biggest news surrounding her arrival  swirled
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December 9, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | 8 Comments

District 205: Guilford student injured in altercation

From press release A student at Guilford High School was injured today (Tuesday, Dec. 8) during an altercation in a restroom.
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December 8, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | 2 Comments

Where are the River District Holiday lights?

By Frank Schier Editor & Publisher As several folks have pointed out to The Rock River Times, the city seems to have
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December 8, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

CDC reports drop in flu rates for fifth consecutive week

From the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Each week, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) analyzes information about
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December 4, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Legislation targets illegal firearm possession by gang members

From press release CHICAGO—Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn (D) signed a bill into law that will require prison time for street gang
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December 4, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Rockford’s Old Time Pottery liquidation sale under way

From press release Murfreesboro, Tenn.—Old Time Pottery, a leading home decorations discount retailer, is conducting a liquidation sale at its Rockford
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December 4, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Better Business Bureau warns of fake H1N1 e-mails

From press release The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is warning of fake H1N1 e-mails from the Centers of Disease Control and
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December 3, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Sheriff’s Department asks for assistance in locating runaway juvenile

From press release Peyton D. Borden, 14 years old, has been missing since Sept. 23, 2009, when he ran away from
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December 3, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

93 seniors make Illinois State Scholars list

From press release Rockford Public Schools Superintendent Dr. LaVonne Sheffield has announced that 93 seniors from the city’s four traditional public
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December 3, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Manzullo introduces bill to increase tax incentives for manufacturers

WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Rep. Don Manzullo (R-16) introduced legislation to boost the economy and put Americans back to work by accelerating
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December 3, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | 1 Comment

Daxx and Miles Nielsen join Cory Chisel and The Wandering Sons on NPR’s World Cafe tonight

From online reports Rockford natives Daxx Nielsen and Miles Nielsen will be featured with Cory Chisel and The Wandering Sons on
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December 2, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

President pledges 30,000 more troops to Afghanistan, Manzullo responds

Editor’s note: In an address to the nation Tuesday, Dec. 1, President Barack Obama (D) discussed “the way forward” in
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December 2, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Machesney Park hosts Outdoor Holiday Decorating Contest

From press release The Village of  Machesney Park announces its annual Outdoor Holiday Decorating Contest, and encourages residents to bring holiday
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November 25, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Adler, ComEd challenge students, teachers to ‘Shoot for the Moon’ with essay contest

From press release CHICAGO—ComEd and the Adler Planetarium have announced the fourth annual Shoot for the Moon contest, awarding a grand-prize
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November 25, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Nov. 24 Winnebago County Board briefs

By Stuart R. Wahlin Staff Writer Ordinance Winnebago County Board members authorized Nov. 24 the issuance of collateralized single-family mortgage revenue bonds as
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November 25, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Police aim to cut down on ‘Fatal Five’ on U.S. 20 Nov. 25, 27

From press release PECATONICA, Ill.—Captain James Winters, Commander of the Illinois State Police District 16, is announcing a new holiday enforcement
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November 24, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Literacy Council 50/50 Raffle to benefit thousands

From press release The Literacy Council is a non-profit organization, founded in 1985, that offers free services to thousands of local
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November 24, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Barbara Olson Center fund-raiser offers vouchers for The Nutcracker

From press release Rockford Dance Company has provided the Barbara Olson Center of Hope with 30 general admission seat vouchers to
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November 24, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Don’t let scareware trick your computer

From press release Computer experts are warning consumers and businesses that scareware is another technique used by hackers to steal personal
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November 23, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Jesse White urges Illinoisans to investigate brokers before investing money

From press release Secretary of State Jesse White urged all Illinoisans to check with the office’s Securities Department before investing with
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November 23, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

FedEx helps Machesney Park customers gear up for busy holiday season

From press release The Machesney Park FedEx Office is offering helpful advice and solutions to help its local customers save time
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November 23, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Four arrests at East High School Nov. 18-19; post a comment sharing your thoughts about the safety of our schools

Editor’s note: The Rock River Times wants to know how you feel about the Nov. 18-19 incidents at Rockford
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November 20, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | 4 Comments


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