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News from October 2023

Village of Rockton Budget & Finance Committee met Aug. 14

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 19, 2023

Village of Rockton Budget & Finance Committee met Monday, Aug. 14

City of Loves Park Finance & Administrative Committee met Sept. 18

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 19, 2023

City of Loves Park Finance & Administrative Committee met Monday, Sept. 18

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Marengo High School Welcomes Rep. Joe Sosnowski for Campus Tour

By Rockford Sun | Oct 18, 2023

Marengo High School had the honor of hosting Rep. Joe Sosnowski today as he visited the campus and received a warm welcome from Dr. Angela Fink, the Principal. The visit aimed to provide Rep. Sosnowski with insights into the district's educational programs and unique offerings available to students.During the tour, Dr. Fink guided Rep. Sosnowski through various areas of the school, showcasing the diverse range of educational opportunities provided to students. These offerings include Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual credit programs,...

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Owen Costanza: Loser @ Appellate Court as we predicted

By Rockford Sun Report | Oct 18, 2023

Owen Costanza‘s loser appeal to the Appellate Court was unanimously determined to be a loser by the court.

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Rep. Sosnowski hosts I-Cash event in Huntley

By Rockford Sun | Oct 18, 2023

Rep. Joe Sosnowski, in collaboration with the Illinois State Treasurer's Office, organized an Unclaimed Property Event in Huntley today. The event, which was attended by Rep. Jeff Keicher and Sen. Dave Syverson, provided assistance to numerous local residents. The Illinois State Treasurer's Office currently holds a staggering sum of over 5 billion dollars in unclaimed funds for individuals residing in Illinois. These funds are safeguarded by the state until they are claimed by the original owner or their heirs. Notably, the process of reclaiming the lost funds is free of...

City of Carlyle City Council met Aug. 14

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 18, 2023

City of Carlyle City Council met Monday, Aug. 14

Belvidere Community Unit School District 100 Board of Education met Sept. 18

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 18, 2023

Belvidere Community Unit School District 100 Board of Education met Monday, Sept. 18

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Falling home valuation prices in Boone County in September 2023 compared to September 2022

By Rockford Sun | Oct 17, 2023

In September 2023, the median sale price of a home in Boone County fell by $25,000 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales decreased by 20.3%.

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2021-22 School Year Attendance: Winnebago County suffered a truancy rate of 34.1%

By Rockford Sun | Oct 17, 2023

Winnebago County schools had a truancy rate of 34.1% in the 2021-22 school year, the Illinois State Board of Education reported. That’s lower than the state average.

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Village of Rockton Board of Fire & Police Commissioners met September 12

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Oct 17, 2023

Village of Rockton Board of Fire & Police Commissioners met 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, September 12.

Village of Rockton Public Works Committee met Aug. 14

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 17, 2023

Village of Rockton Public Works Committee met Monday, Aug. 14

City of Loves Park City Council met Sept. 18

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 17, 2023

City of Loves Park City Council met Monday, Sept. 18

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2021-22 School Year Attendance: Boone County suffered a truancy rate of 16.8%

By Rockford Sun | Oct 16, 2023

Truancy is a persistent issue in many schools across the United States, with some students regularly skipping classes and falling behind in their studies.

City of Carlyle Finance Committee met Aug. 14

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 16, 2023

City of Carlyle Finance Committee met Monday, Aug. 14

Belvidere Community Unit School District 100 Board of Education Policy Committee met Sept. 14

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 16, 2023

Belvidere Community Unit School District 100 Board of Education Policy Committee met Thursday, Sept. 14

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National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day: A Day of Support and Acknowledgement

By Rockford Sun | Oct 15, 2023

On October 15, 2023, the world comes together to observe National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day. It is a day dedicated to honoring and supporting those who have experienced the heartbreaking loss of a pregnancy or infant. Today, we extend our deepest condolences, love, and support to all those who have gone through this unimaginable pain. Losing a baby is an indescribable tragedy that brings immense grief and sorrow. It is a loss that forever impacts the lives of families, friends, and communities. On this National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day,...

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Q3 2023 Recap: 1 parolee from Winnebago County convicted of a public safety violation set for supervised release

By Rockford Sun | Oct 14, 2023

There was one offender convicted of a public safety violation living in Winnebago County released on parole during the third quarter of 2023, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Rockford Sun.

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Saturday night football: which local high school football teams are in action today? - Oct. 14

By Rockford Sun | Oct 14, 2023

These teams from the Rockford Sun coverage area are scheduled to play later today starting at 12 p.m.

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Illinois Police Association Honors Local Heroes

By Rockford Sun | Oct 14, 2023

The Illinois Police Benevolent and Protective Association (PB&PA) expressed their gratitude and admiration for the dedicated men and women serving in law enforcement during their recent event. The association held a special ceremony where they honored these local heroes, recognizing their commitment and sacrifice in protecting the community.During the event, a representative from the PB&PA expressed their appreciation by stating, "Thank you to the PB&PA for giving me the honor of addressing you this week. The men and women who are part of the PB&PA are true heroes and...

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Rockford Sun area weekly mass times

By Rockford Sun | Oct 14, 2023

The following parishes in the Rockford Sun coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.