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News from October 2023

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State Representative Tony McCombie to Host Medicare 101 Events for Seniors

By NW Illinois News | Oct 17, 2023

State Representative Tony McCombie is teaming up with the Illinois Department on Aging's Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to host two upcoming "Medicare 101" events. The announcement was made in collaboration with State Representatives John Cabello (R-Machesney Park) and Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore).The purpose of these events is to assist seniors in the community in understanding the complexities of Medicare. Experts from SHIP will be on hand to provide insights and guidance on the various aspects of Medicare. Seniors attending the events will have the opportunity to...

City of Morrison City Council met Aug. 14

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Oct 17, 2023

City of Morrison City Council met Monday, Aug. 14

City of Galena Zoning Board of Appeals met Sept. 13

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Oct 17, 2023

City of Galena Zoning Board of Appeals met Wednesday, Sept. 13

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Q3 2023 Recap: 4 parolees from Stephenson County convicted of crimes involving weapons set for supervised release

By NW Illinois News | Oct 16, 2023

There were four offenders convicted of crimes involving weapons living in Stephenson County released on parole during the third quarter of 2023, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the NW Illinois News.

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2021-22 School Year Attendance: Jo Daviess County suffered a truancy rate of 3%

By NW Illinois News | 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.

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National School Bus Safety Week Promotes Awareness and Caution

By NW Illinois News | Oct 16, 2023

State Representative Tony McCombie is urging residents to be cautious and vigilant during National School Bus Safety Week. With millions of children relying on school buses for transportation, it is crucial to prioritize their safety and take necessary precautions.The school bus is considered one of the safest means of transportation for students. However, the alarming issue of illegal school bus passing continues to pose a significant threat to children and their caretakers. To address this concern, Representative McCombie emphasizes the importance of understanding and...

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Lee Center Community Unit School District 271 ranks 820th in enrollment with 114 students during 2021-22 school year

By NW Illinois News | Oct 16, 2023

Lee Center Community Unit School District 271 welcomed 114 students in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

City of Rochelle City Council met Aug. 14

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Oct 16, 2023

City of Rochelle City Council met Monday, Aug. 14

City of Mount Carroll City Council met Sept. 12

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Oct 16, 2023

City of Mount Carroll City Council met Tuesday, Sept. 12

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Montmorency Community Consolidated School District 145 enrollment numbers in bottom 50% among Illinois districts during 2021-22 school year

By NW Illinois News | Oct 15, 2023

Montmorency Community Consolidated School District 145 welcomed 223 students in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Q3 2023 Recap: 1 parolee from Stephenson County convicted of a crime against a person set for supervised release

By NW Illinois News | Oct 15, 2023

There was one offender convicted of a crime against a person living in Stephenson County released on parole during the third quarter of 2023, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the NW Illinois News.

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Q3 2023 Recap: 1 parolee from Ogle County convicted of a crime involving alcohol set for supervised release

By NW Illinois News | Oct 14, 2023

There was one offender convicted of a crime involving alcohol living in Ogle County released on parole during the third quarter of 2023, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the NW Illinois News.

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Recent Whiteside County home sales in week ending Oct. 7

By NW Illinois News | Oct 14, 2023

There were 23 reported residential sales in Whiteside County in the week ending Oct. 7, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Week ending Oct. 7: Carroll County home sales

By NW Illinois News | Oct 14, 2023

There was one reported residential sale in Carroll County in the week ending Oct. 7, according to BlockShopper.com.

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NW Illinois News area weekly mass times

By NW Illinois News | Oct 14, 2023

The following parishes in the NW Illinois News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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

By NW Illinois News | Oct 14, 2023

These teams from the NW Illinois News coverage area are scheduled to play later today starting at 1 p.m.

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Home sales in Ogle County in week ending Oct. 7

By NW Illinois News | Oct 14, 2023

There were nine reported residential sales in Ogle County in the week ending Oct. 7, according to BlockShopper.com.

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IDOT Seeking Seasonal Snow Removal Operators; Applications Due Oct. 18th

By NW Illinois News | Oct 14, 2023

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) District 2 is currently accepting applications for seasonal positions to assist with snow and ice removal in several counties. These positions include Snow Removal Operators and Winter Salaried Highway Maintainers. The application deadline is Wednesday, October 18.These seasonal workers will play a vital role in maintaining over 45,000 lane miles throughout the state during the winter months. They will be responsible for responding promptly to changing weather conditions and ensuring the safe removal of snow and ice. The...

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East Coloma-Nelson Consolidated Elementary School District 20's enrollment rank decreases during 2021-22 school year

By NW Illinois News | Oct 14, 2023

East Coloma-Nelson Consolidated Elementary School District 20 welcomed 231 students in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Q3 2023 Recap: 1 parolee from Lee County convicted of a crime involving one or more weapons set for supervised release

By NW Illinois News | Oct 13, 2023

There was one offender convicted of a crime involving one or more weapons living in Lee County released on parole during the third quarter of 2023, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the NW Illinois News.