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Learning from everywhere & exploring the underlying purpose of education | Teachers' Lounge Podcast
On a new Teachers’ Lounge podcast, we’re talking with Joseph Flynn. He’s an associate professor of curriculum & instruction at Northern Illinois University. He’s also the university’s executive director of equity & inclusion. And, if you are a regular WNIJ listener -- you probably know...
Weekend Winners and Up Next...
The Bumper To Bumper IRA Outlaw Sprint Series, AutoMeter Wisconsin wingLESS Sprints Series powered by Gandrud Performance Parts, and the 1175 Sports Park & Eatery IRA Lightning Sprints all competed this past weekend. Jake Neuman topped a very exciting night in front of a big crowd at the Sycamore Speedway...
Two Davis Junction men injured in bicycle vs SUV crash
DAVIS JUNCTION, Ill. (WTVO) — A 64-year-old cyclist and a 75-year-old motorist were both taken to the hospital Saturday after colliding in Davis Junction. According to the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office, Joey Mernack was riding an e-bike at the intersection of Pacific Avenue and Maple Avenue around 6:29 p.m. when he attempted to make a […]
Oregon City Council unanimously approves to keep grocery tax
OREGON, Ill. (WTVO) — Oregon City Council unanimously voted to keep the grocery tax after Governor JB Pritzker announced he wanted to eliminate it three months ago. “So part of it is a little bit of an education of what the impact is,” said Oregon City Manager Darin DeHaan. “Part of it is that discussion […]
Perspective: Getting sentimental over nostalgia
Lucy Atkinson was a student in Northern Illinois University's Journalism 401 class, Editorial & Opinion Writing, in Spring 2024. We'll bring you more Perspectives from the class in the coming days. When I was little, I kept a stack of folded papers in my room. Each paper had the name...
Soccer Game Recap: Belvidere North Triumphs
Belvidere North had already proven themselves in the regular season and they didn't miss a beat now that it's playoff time. Their defense stepped up to hand the Rochelle Hubs a 9-0 shutout on Tuesday. The result was nothing new for Belvidere North, who have now won 14 matchups by three goals or more so far this season.
Christina Sutcliffe Departs as Northern Illinois Head Coach
Northern Illinois has parted ways with head coach Christina Sutcliffe. Sutcliffe spent twelve years as the Huskies’ head coach, collecting a 287-324 overall record and a 132-145 mark in Mid-American Conference play. “I want to thank Coach Sutcliffe for her commitment to NIU and her leadership in creating connections...
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