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For the eighth consecutive year, Apple River State Bank and First Community Bank of Galena has renewed the bank's sponsorship of the Dolly Parton Imagination Library with a $10,000 payment to United Way of Northwest Illinois. The program started in 2016, and the bank has contributed nearly $50,000 since then. The bank's contribution to the program increased significantly this year because of its success in Hazel Green and Darlington, Wisconsin, where the bank has offices. "Imagine if every...
Pick up a good book and help a good cause by attending the annual VOICES of Stephenson County Book Nook Spring Half Price Sale. The sale will run from April 4-13 with proceeds benefiting services offered through VOICES of Stephenson County. “The Spring Half Price Sale is one of our three major sales of the year and, we are so pleased to support the important work of VOICES,” said Diane Leverton, VOICES Book Nook manager. “The sale features gently used hardcover and paperback books, DVDs, records, puzzles and books on CDs. Plus, some rare and c...
State Bank in Freeport has welcomed Zoie Gipe as Personal Banker, Katrina Gillette as Teller, and Stacey Kleckler as Trust Associate. Amber Pyper has been promoted to Personal Banker and Desmond Lucas has been promoted to Universal Banker. Zoie Gipe joined the State Bank team with 1 ½ years of Personal Banking experience. She resides in Shannon with her family. Katrina Gillette brings 3 years of Customer Service experience to her new role at State Bank. She is a resident of Freeport. Stacey Kleckler comes to us with 23 years of banking...
SSM Health Monroe Hospital has been recognized again for exceptional patient experience. The hospital recently received the 2024 Outstanding Patient Experience Award from Healthgrades. “This is fabulous news. We are so pleased to have received this award for the sixth consecutive year,” shared Jane Curran-Meuli, President of SSM Health Monroe Hospital and SSM Health Monroe Clinic Medical Group. “I have the privilege of seeing the incredible care our teams provide daily for the communities we serve. It’s wonderful to see their work being r...
Shenandoah Riding Center (SRC), a first-rate equine facility offering trail rides, riding lessons, wagon rides, lead lines, private rides, boarding and more, announced today that it has completed a rebranding. This rebranding brings focus to Shenandoah as a leader in inclusive and diverse equine offerings, for those who wish to interact with horses on varying levels, including not riding. "Our new logo brings new life to Shenandoah and focuses on the varied special events and clinics we offer...
J H Barkau & Sons Cedarville is awarded a 2024 Dealer of the Year Award in Illinois by car-shopping marketplace Cars.comⓇ (NYSE: CARS). The Dealer of the Year Award recognizes automotive dealerships that excel, based on average star rating, total number of reviews and dealer response to those reviews - all key drivers of repeat and referral business.1 "Cars.com provides a dealership with actionable feedback from their customers - and the ability to set the bar for what a customer should e...
Cassandre Mlakar, a financial advisor at FSB Wealth Group in Shannon, today announced that her achievements have been recognized with inclusion in LPL Financial's Ascent Club* for 2024. This distinction celebrates a select group of advisors on ambitious growth trajectories, who have achieved excellence in financial guidance. As America's investing public looks ahead to continued macroeconomic uncertainty and market volatility, it is critical they have an experienced financial partner by their...
When Apple River State Bank introduced its new Mascot Debit Card last year, they promised to donate money to our local schools each time our customers used it. The first annual Mascot Debit Card donations were recently given to seven area schools (Galena, River Ridge, Scales Mound, Stockton, Warren, Southwestern, and Darlington) in the amount of $2,844. Shullsburg (WI) and South Wayne (WI) schools will soon join the program. For anyone that hasn't requested a Mascot Debit Card, they are...
House Minority Leader Tony McCombie spent time honoring a local business this month through her new program launched earlier this year to help promote the great business community in northwest Illinois. This month, Leader McCombie visited Saporito's Pizza as her first local business highlight and presented them with a special certificate of recognition. The restaurant is known as a "taste Italy in downtown Lena," that serves up homemade pizza's pastas and various signature dishes. McCombie was...
Midwest Medical Center proudly welcomes Greg Dammann, MD, to its respected orthopedics team. Dr. Dammann specializes in anterior hip replacement, robotic-assisted knee replacement, and sports medicine surgery. Supporting Dr. Dammann and his areas of expertise, Midwest Medical Center invested in new equipment and technology to be able to offer these expanded services to patients. "I am very excited about the future of orthopedic surgery at Midwest Medical Center. We are using the latest...
Turner Hall in Galena was packed on Wednesday, January 31 with participants ready to bid quarters to win prizes. The event raised over $6,400 for the Midwest Medical Center Auxiliary Foundation-funds that will be used on projects at the hospital or senior care to benefit patients and residents. "Thank you to all the businesses and Auxiliary members who attended, participated, donated auction items, set up, tore down, worked the event, baked and assembled cookies, donated snacks, and in any way h...
House Minority Leader Tony McCombie is looking to honor local businesses throughout the 89th Legislative District. Each month the Representative will choose a business to highlight, visit, and present them with a special certificate of recognition from the Illinois House of Representatives. This new program will help promote the great business community in northwest Illinois and encourage area residents to shop locally. Leader McCombie has recognized businesses in the 89th District throughout her tenure, but this year would like to hear input...
Highland Community College and FHN have partnered to host an Open House for the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program from 2 to 5 p.m. on Feb. 21 in the Ray and Betty Stamm Health Science Nursing Wing of the Natural Science and Health Center (building N) on campus. This is a great time to visit with instructors and students from Highland Nursing and Allied Health -and also speak with staff representatives from FHN about entering the field of nursing through the gateway of becoming a CNA....
SSM Health Monroe Clinic Medical Group Medical Assistant, Bree Schneider, has been named the newest recipient of the BEE Award. Bree serves patients at our clinic in Freeport on Kiwanis Drive. Bree was nominated by fellow Freeport Medical Assistant, Erin Foster. Her nomination shared, "Bree is an exceptional team member to our branch, patients and staff. In January 2020, our family was delivered some devastating news, your child has cancer. Bree and the whole clinic were the "normal" to the nigh...
Birkey's Farm Store is proud to congratulate CEO Mike Hedge on his retirement after nearly 32 years of service. Hedge first joined Birkey's as the Chief Financial Officer in 1992 until 2013 when he stepped up as President and CEO, wielding leadership over business operations and strategic initiatives. "Birkey's has a culture that is all about building genuine relationships. I am going to miss all the relationships I've built over the years. When I look at the team working alongside me, I know...
As the holiday season unfolds, Common Cents Resale at 136 N. Main St in The Village of Elizabeth invites everyone to join the festivities with a lively Elf on the Shelf extravaganza and a heartwarming canned food collection. The locally-owned resale store, renowned for its unique treasures and community-centered ethos, is overflowing with seasonal excitement as owner Tammy Trebian embodies the whimsical character of the live Elf on the Shelf appearing unexpectedly throughout the store, in the...
Fehr Graham, a leading Midwest engineering and environmental firm, announced the promotion of Alex Stykel to Associate Engineering Technician. Stykel, who works in the firm's Freeport, Illinois, office, excels in construction observation and ensures designs are built as planned. He specializes in field surveys, contract quantities, erosion and sediment control, stormwater, shop drawing review, project design, inspections and more. Stykel managed construction for the City of Freeport's Chicago...
After overcoming the challenges of a devastating flood in March 2023, Riverside Dental is proud to announce the triumphant reopening of its Savanna, IL location. The dental office, located at 401 Main Street, is now fully operational and ready to serve the community with exceptional dental care once again. The grand reopening was marked by a celebratory ribbon-cutting ceremony, attended by community leaders, valued patients, and the dedicated Riverside Dental team. The event showcased the...
Valerie (Val) Stocks, Senior Vice President and Mortgage Banking Manager, celebrated her 40th anniversary at Apple River State Bank on November 22nd. Val joined the bank in 1983 and has spent her entire career at Apple River State Bank. She has worked in operations, loan support, as a loan officer, served on multiple committees, and is branch manager for the Warren office. Val plans to retire on Friday, December 22nd this year. A reception will be held in her honor at the bank's Warren office...
When Sylvia Vehemeier of The Mill Furnishings pulls discontinued upholstery fabric from her display racks, she doesn't expect them to boomerang back into her shop again. But they do! Reborn into pillows handcrafted by an artistic local sheep farmer, the recycled squares reappear in her gift shop, The South Door. When first asked if she would donate the 16-inch squares to local artist Aby Breed, Vehemeier immediately said yes. "I love the idea of keeping these beautiful fabrics out of the...
Mediacom Communications recognized Hanover resident Orlando Bones as an employee who achieved the company's top performance rankings for outstanding customer service and excellence in broadband services. Bones was recognized as the "Area Operations Employee of the Year" at a recent ceremony held with corporate leaders. He was one of 40 employees nationwide to earn a system-level award for exemplary service in 2023. He is a broadband specialist and has been a Mediacom employee since 2017....
Joanne Gallagher and Judy Hodgin’s Holiday home/shed show is making some major changes. They are moving from the Hodgin farm to the Apple River Stagecoach Event Center. This established event has been 25+ years in the making. It always has been held on the weekend before Thanksgiving. This year being Friday, November 17th from 3 to 8 PM and Saturday, November 18th from 10 AM to 3 PM. Joanne, Judy and friends will be hosting this event the same as on the farm. We will be featuring our hand-woven baskets, home décor, Christmas décor, 1902 cro...
Highland Community College's Career Services will host its annual Career Fair from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 8 in the Student/Conference Center (H-201) at 2998 W. Pearl City Rd., Freeport. Employers across the region will meet with students and community members during the event. The Career Services Coordinator, Anthony Musso, is excited to welcome the Highland community to the in-person event. "We anticipate a diverse group of employers from various industries, including agriculture,...
The Board of Directors of the Greater Freeport Partnership is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrea Schultz Winter as the organization's new executive director. Schultz Winter will lead the organization in its mission to foster economic development and community growth in the Greater Freeport area. With a proven track record of leadership and a deep commitment to the community, Schultz Winter brings a wealth of experience and vision to the role of executive director. Her extensive...
Birkey's Farm Store proudly announces a grant awarded to Birkey's CNH Service Technician Apprenticeship Program at Parkland College. The grant, supported by East Central Illinois Workforce Board with Champaign County Regional Planning Commission funding, will cover tuition and other additional costs for freshman students. "This grant is key to providing continued education to future service technicians in our surrounding communities. It is remarkable for these students to be able to attend...
