Next Generation Wireless (NGW), an Authorized Agent of UScellular, is proud to announce a donation of $44,000 to the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Foundation, setting a new fundraising record for the organization in its 20+ years of involvement with the annual holiday charity. This year’s donation is double the amount raised in 2023, reflecting an outpouring of support … Read More
Beloit Health System to Re-Present Certificate of Need Application for NorthPointe Campus Expansion in January Following Denial
On October 29, 2024 , the Beloit Health System presented its application for a Certificate of Need (CON) permit to the Illinois Health Facilities and Services Review Board to establish a NorthPointe Neighborhood Hospital. While the proposal did not achieve the six votes required for approval, it will be reconsidered at the next Board meeting in January 2025. The proposal … Read More
NorthPointe Neighborhood Hospital Proposal
BELOIT, WI. (Sept 20, 2024) – Beloit Health System is proposing the establishment of a new Neighborhood Hospital at its NorthPointe Health and Wellness Campus in Roscoe, Illinois, which has proudly been serving as a cornerstone of the Stateline Community for over 15 years. This initiative aims to strengthen local healthcare services and elevate patient outcomes by addressing several critical … Read More
First Community Credit Union Announces New Chief Financial Officer
First Community Credit Union (FirstCCU) is pleased to announce that Amy Tincher will be joining the Executive Team as Chief Financial Officer, effective April 22nd. Mrs. Tincher has 20 years of finance and accounting experience with a community bank in Rock County. Amy has knowledge with budgeting, financial reporting, audit, operations and accounting. Her most recent role was Chief Financial … Read More
FOREST CITY GEAR EXCEEDS $100K IN LIFETIME DONATIONS TO THE AGMA FOUNDATION
Forest City Gear, an industry-leading manufacturer of fine- and medium-pitch custom gears, is pleased to share that a recent gift of $2,500 pushed the lifetime personal and corporate donations to the AGMA Foundation to more than $100,000. Established in 1994, the AGMA Foundation is a nonprofit dedicated to bettering the gear manufacturing industry through four pillars: scholarship, workforce development, education, … Read More
American Modern Roofing changes name to Honeybee Roofing
American Modern Roofing changes name to Honeybee Roofing Roscoe, IL – American Modern Roofing has officially changed its name to Honeybee Roofing, LLC! After much thought, planning and effort – we are so excited to release this new name and brand to the stateline community! Honeybees are known for their commitment to working together to take care of their hive, and Honeybee Roofing … Read More
NorthPointe Birth Center Welcomes First Baby
Beloit Health System is thrilled to announce the arrival of its first baby born at the NorthPointe Birth Center. Baby boy Ivan James, weighing 8 pounds 7.5 ounces and measuring 21 inches, was born on March 4, 2024 at 3:45 pm to Josh and Britnie Danielson. Both baby and mother are healthy and happy. NorthPointe Birth Center, which started seeing … Read More
Kim Hansen Joins FNBT
Beloit, WI, November 24, 2023 – First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to welcome Kim Hansen as Branch Manager of the Elkhorn branch location. With four decades of banking experience, Kim joins FNBT with a wealth of knowledge and a strong educational foundation. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and has graduated from both the Commercial Lending … Read More
Beloit Memorial Hospital Earns An ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group
(BELOIT, WI) November 8, 2023 – Beloit Memorial Hospital earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit watchdog that sets standards for excellence in patient care. Beloit Memorial Hospital was the only hospital to receive the “A” rating in South Central Wisconsin and North Central Illinois. Leapfrog assigns an “A,” “B,” “C,” “D” or “F” … Read More
FNBT Welcomes Two New Members to its Credit Services Team
Beloit, WI, November 21, 2023 –First National Bank and Trust (FNBT), is pleased to announce the addition of two new members to its credit services team, Kerry Fox and Dan Kennedy. Kerry Fox, who joined FNBT in September 2023 as Vice President and Credit Manager, brings over 25 years of financial services expertise to her new role. Her responsibilities include overseeing credit … Read More