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Families in Stephenson and Jo Daviess counties get free diapers
FREEPORT, Ill. (WIFR) - As a way to help struggling parents in Stephenson and Jo Daviess counties, FHN hosted its annual ‘No Child Wet Behind’ diaper drive. On Tuesday at the Countryside Sit ‘N Sleep, 1024 N. Riverside Drive, Freeport, parents were given a free bundle of diapers for each child in their household along with baby care items like wipes, wash and lotion. Parents were also able to get breastfeeding support and information about postpartum depression.
Looking for something to do in the Freeport area this weekend? Here are 12 upcoming events
What: The Grand River Hall rooftop patio opens for the season this weekend. Grab a treat from Union Dairy and bring it to the rooftop or enjoy a cocktail on the rooftop with friends. Follow the signs to the elevator, take the stairs to the roof, and enjoy a view downtown Freeport.
Freeport mother grateful for son’s health on Mother’s Day
FREEPORT, Ill. (WTVO) — A mother in Freeport has a new perspective on life after months of worry and uncertainty over the health of her first child. Samantha Hughes can hold her 6-week-old son, Houston, with joy in her eyes this Mother’s Day. “I love being his mom and watching him grow,” said Hughes. “He’s […]
Brodhead/Juda clinches share of RVC Rock baseball title with 7-6 win over Beloit Turner
BRODHEAD, Wis. — It hasn’t been the best season for Brodhead/Juda third baseman Brooks Malkow, who had been pulled from the lineup for the past two weeks due to a lack of production from the plate. But in the biggest moment of the season, Cardinals’ head coach Aaron Guilbault put his full trust in the junior to come through. Malkow didn’t disappoint. ...
Argonne National Lab to build R&D facility to test large-scale fuel cell systems
The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Argonne National Laboratory (ANL) is con structing a research and development (R&D) facility to develop and test large-scale fuel cell systems. Specifically, the Argonne facility, located in Lamont, Ill., ... Read More » The post Argonne National Lab to build R&D facility to test large-scale fuel cell systems appeared first on Daily Energy Insider.
Freeport college shows off renovations to childhood development classroom
FREEPORT, Ill. (WIFR) - Highland Community College faculty give a tour of a renovated classroom for the school’s early childhood education program. The school says its early childhood education program had the most substantial enrollment growth out of all of its programs at 115%. The classroom space was remodeled...
Softball Recap: Galena's loss ends three-game winning streak at home
Galena was the 10-8 winner over Lena-Winslow when they last played one another back in March of 2023, but their luck changed this time around. The Galena Pirates lost 9-2 to the Lena-Winslow Panthers on Saturday. Galena has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games. For Lena-Winslow's part, Rachael Setterstrom...
13-year-old girl accused of stealing SUV, leading Freeport Police on pursuit
FREEPORT, Ill. (WTVO) — A 13-year-old girl has been arrested after speeding away from police and later crashing in a stolen car, authorities said. According to the Freeport Police Department, officers were called to the 800 block of S. Ottawa Avenue on Friday morning, for a report that a blue GMC Terrain had been stolen […]
Highland College’s teacher shortage solution in jeopardy as pandemic relief funding ends
FREEPORT, Ill. (WTVO) — Teachers are in high demand due to a nationwide shortage. A 2024 survey from the Illinois Association of Regional Superintendents of Schools found that 90% of schools reported having a “serious” or “very serious” shortage of teachers. An Illinois Educator Shortage Survey revealed the shortages due to multiple factors, including unrealistic expectations on […]
Jonny Lyons & the Pride, May 25
Timber Lake Playhouse, 8215 Black Oak Road, Mt. Carroll IL. Combining Influences of rock 'n' roll, country, blues, soul, surf rock, and rockabilly, the Midwestern tribute artists of Jonny Lyons & the Pride will play a special May 25 concert event at Mt. Carroll's Timber Lake Playhouse, their exhilarating stage show designed to take audiences on a journey back in time to the golden era of '50s, '60s, and '70s music and showmanship.
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