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Challand Middle School scores 26.8% ELA proficiency, 16.3% on math in 2018

By Local Labs News Service | Apr 19, 2019

Of the 771 students attending Challand Middle School in 2018, 26.8 percent scored proficient in English Language Arts and 16.3 percent were proficient in math, according to a report recently released by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).

BYRON FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT: Astronomy at Ball Hill Preserve

By Press release submission | Apr 19, 2019

This is an amazing location to see the night sky!

Scales Mound Junior High School scores 49.2% ELA proficiency, 45.8% on math in 2018

By Local Labs News Service | Apr 18, 2019

Of the 60 students attending Scales Mound Junior High School in 2018, 49.2 percent scored proficient in English Language Arts and 45.8 percent were proficient in math, according to a report recently released by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).

John C. Erickson (trustee) unloads 192 Prairie Moon Drive, Davis Junction

By NW Illinois News | Apr 18, 2019

On April 18, 2019, John C. Erickson (trustee) sold their home at 192 Prairie Moon Drive, Davis Junction to David Beckman for $162,000.

Judith K Jewell acquires 530 Mill Ridge Drive, Byron

By NW Illinois News | Apr 17, 2019

On April 17, 2019, Judith K Jewell purchased a home at 530 Mill Ridge Drive, Byron from Ray F McCracken III for $123,500.

Scales Mound Elementary School scores 44.5% ELA proficiency, 53.7% on math in 2018

By Local Labs News Service | Apr 17, 2019

Of the 130 students attending Scales Mound Elementary School in 2018, 44.5 percent scored proficient in English Language Arts and 53.7 percent were proficient in math, according to a report recently released by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).

AMERICAN LEGION: See Round 2 of American Legion Air Rifle Results

By Press release submission | Apr 17, 2019

The second round of postal match results for the 2018-2019 American Legion Junior 3-Position Air Rifle national tournament are currently coming in.

CITY OF STERLING: City of Sterling Clean and Green

By Press release submission | Apr 17, 2019

Acceptable items for Drop Off: Non-hazardous bulk waste such as: bikes, dried paint, furniture, mattresses, old/broken lawn equipment, tires (max-4), appliances, brush, metal/tin, used motor oil and car batteries.

CITY OF OREGON: Community Service Officer Employment

By Press release submission | Apr 16, 2019

City of Oregon announcing a recruitment for the position of: Community Service Officer Oregon Police Department .

Who will be on the April 2 ballot in Sterling Park District

By Local Labs News Service | Apr 16, 2019

Voters will decide who will serve as Sterling Park District commissioner when they head to the polls on April 2.

Illinois House recognizes Victory Arch centennial

By John Suayan | Apr 16, 2019

A landmark in the town of Dixon that pays tribute to World War I veterans was itself the focal point of a tribute from members of the Illinois House of Representatives.

Eswood C.C. Grade School scores 47.2% ELA proficiency, 41.5% on math in 2018

By Local Labs News Service | Apr 16, 2019

Of the 78 students attending Eswood C.C. Grade School in 2018, 47.2 percent scored proficient in English Language Arts and 41.5 percent were proficient in math, according to a report recently released by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).

Torrione A. Rollins and Fontana J Williams purchase 172 Harvest Glenn Drive, Davis Junction

By NW Illinois News | Apr 16, 2019

The home at 172 Harvest Glenn Drive, Davis Junction was sold on April 16, 2019 by Jacob L. Violet for $152,500. The buyers were Torrione A. Rollins and Fontana J Williams.

Lisa A. Savage and Brian Hickey purchase 408 S. Franklin Ave., Polo

By NW Illinois News | Apr 16, 2019

On April 16, 2019, Dnita S Russell sold their home at 408 S. Franklin Ave., Polo to Lisa A. Savage and Brian Hickey for $88,000.

Bryanna L Powell and David J. Koeller acquire 605 Monroe St., Ore.

By NW Illinois News | Apr 16, 2019

On April 16, 2019, Bryanna L Powell and David J. Koeller purchased a home at 605 Monroe St., Ore. from Michele R Wolf for $83,000.

CGH MEDICAL CENTER: FDA Approves Nasal Spray for Hard-to-Treat Depression

By Press release submission | Apr 16, 2019

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a rapid-acting drug that shows promise in lifting depression when other antidepressants haven't helped