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Monday, January 20, 2020

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WINNEBAGO COUNTY: North Park Public Water District Board Opening

The North Park Public Water District has a vacancy on its seven member governing board and is now seeking a qualified candidate.

By Press release submission | Jan 19, 2020

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ROCKFORD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Rockford Public School District 205 is hosting Parent University

"Parents and guardians in Rockford Public Schools are invited to Lincoln Middle School's Parent University on Saturday, Jan. 25.

By Press release submission | Jan 19, 2020

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BELOIT HEALTH SYSTEM: Sign Language ASL Classes Offered - Starting in Februrary

By Press release submission | Jan 19, 2020

Two levels of Sign Language ASL classes will be offered at Beloit Health System starting on February 3, 4, 5 and 6th.

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Winnebago among 93 Illinois counties with declining populations

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 11, 2020

Winnebago saw its population decrease by 11,007, or 3.7 percent, over the last decade, according to a new analysis from Wirepoints.org that is based on U.S. Census Bureau data.

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MERCY ROCKFORD HEALTH SYSTEM: Mercyhealth Welcomes New Psychiatrist

By Press release submission | Jan 10, 2020

Mercyhealth is pleased to welcome Dr. Utpal Dhruve to the psychiatry staff of Javon Bea Hospital-Rockton, 2400 N. Rockton Ave., Rockford.

From NW Illinois News

Chicago Democrats breaking the backs of Downstate taxpayers, Rep. Chesney says

By Glenn Minnis | 12 days ago

Illinois state Rep. Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) figures his Downstate constituents have at least $1.4 billion reasons to be demanding better treatment from Chicago Democrats.

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2 Metro Rockford locations licensed to dispense recreational marijuana

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 2, 2020

Forty-six dispensaries throughout Illinois can sell recreational marijuana to adults as of Wednesday, including two in Metro Rockford, according to the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.

From NW Illinois News

Rep. Chesney has his doubts – many of them – about legal marijuana in Illinois

By Glenn Minnis | 21 days ago

It would be an understatement to say that House Rep. Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) was not in favor of the bill to legalize recreational marijuana use in Illinois, effective Jan. 1.

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VILLAGE OF MACHESNEY PARK: Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the Village of Machesney Park!

By Press release submission | Dec 29, 2019

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the Village of Machesney Park!

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ROCKFORD PARK DISTRICT: Head to Carlson Ice Arena during your holiday break for public skate

By Press release submission | Dec 29, 2019

Head to Carlson Ice Arena during your holiday break for public skate!

From DeKalb Times

Rep. Keicher hails passage of pension consolidation bill – 'Today was a win for the Illinois taxpayer'

By Glenn Minnis | 28 days ago

Illinois state Rep. Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore) recently joined Gov. J.B. Pritzker in touting the passage of a bill designed to increase investment returns of police and fire pension systems through consolidation.

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LOVES PARK POLICE DEPARTMENT: The Loves Park City Council approved the lateral hiring of Ben Johnson

By Press release submission | Dec 22, 2019

On Monday, December 16th, 2019, the Loves Park City Council approved the lateral hiring of Ben Johnson, for the position of Police Officer, with the Loves Park Police Department.

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CITY OF ROCKFORD: We have an opening for Executive Director of Human Services

By Press release submission | Dec 22, 2019

JOB OPENING: We have an opening for Executive Director of Human Services.

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Amid corruption probes, Rep. Keicher resolves to 'remove bad actors' from state government in 2020

By Glenn Minnis | Dec 16, 2019

As the New Year approaches, Illinois House Rep. Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore) is hopeful that federal corruption probes in Springfield may help state government finally turn a corner and take a new direction in 2020.

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CITY OF ROCKFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT: Back by Popular Demand: Mark your calendars for Breakfast with Santa

By Press release submission | Dec 14, 2019

Mark your calendars for Breakfast with Santa, hosted by our ROCK Officers!

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CITY OF LOVES PARK POLICE DEPARTMENT: *No-Shave November recap*

By Press release submission | Dec 14, 2019

We would like to congratulate Officer Limberg for winning the People's Choice Award for the best beard of our 2019 No-Shave November Program!

From DeKalb Times

Rep. Demmer pushes for Lee County project as Amazon solar talks heat up

By Glenn Minnis | 1 month ago

Illinois state Rep. Tom Demmer (R-Dixon) is all in on Amazon’s plan to build a solar farm in Lee County that could prove to be a boon for the region.

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Rep. Cabello joins First Responders Suicide Task Force

By Glenn Minnis | Dec 10, 2019

Illinois state Rep. John Cabello (R-Machesney Park) has been appointed to the First Responders Suicide Task Force.

From NW Illinois News

Rep. Chesney lauds 89th District for instilling Northwest Illinois values

By Glenn Minnis | 1 month ago

Illinois state Rep. Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) recently thanked his constituents for providing him motivation and inspiration during his first year in Springfield.

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CITY OF ROCKFORD: Two Big Donations

By Press release submission | Dec 7, 2019

Today, two community groups presented donations to the Rockford Family Peace Center.