Learn the basic function and operation of a chainsaw and how to handle it safely. Natural Land Institute will offer the Beginner Chainsaw Operation and Safety Workshop on Sun., Nov. 3 from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at their Nygren Wetland Preserve, 3190 W. Rockton Rd., Rockton, Ill. This is a great learning opportunity for volunteers, professionals, and landowners. Equipment … Read More
Goldie B. Floberg Kicks Off Mother Christmas Program
Mother Christmas Program is looking for help again this year to provide wonderful Christmas gifts for the members of the Goldie B. Floberg Center Family. Our clients are working on their wish lists and are excited for the Christmas season to come. Beginning Monday, November 4th, Mother Christmas will be taking calls at (815) 624-8431 or by e-mail at: motherchristmas@goldiefloberg.com. … Read More
HENDRICKS FAMILY FOUNDATION JOINS THE PACKARD FAMILY TO HELP FUND BELOIT HEALTH SYSTEM’S FAMILY CARE CENTER RENOVATIONS
The Hendricks Family has made a most generous contribution of $1,000,000 to support the future Packard Family Care Center at Beloit Memorial Hospital (BHS). This gift is in addition to the Packard Family donation of $1,000,000. The renovations estimated at $6,500,000 is the first comprehensive renovation to the Family Care Center since the hospital was built 50 years ago. … Read More
Christmas at the Farm
Back for a sixth season, Christmas at the Farm is gearing up to host another premier holiday shopping experience. Co-hosted by Nellie’s Barn Sale and Meyer’s Tails Up Farm, the event is the first holiday market of the season in Stateline region. Held on the grounds of Meyer’s Tails Up Farm, 5390 Irene Road in Belvidere, Illinois, it’s easy to … Read More
First National Bank and Trust Collects Over 45,000 Pounds of Electronic Donations to Benefit Goodwill
First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) recently collected 45,080 pounds of unwanted electronics through three free electronic recycling events held at FNBT branches in Clinton, Wisconsin and Roscoe and Winnebago, Illinois. Goodwill was on hand at each event to collect and help community members securely dispose of unwanted electronic equipment and devices such as computers, stereos, cell phones, printers, appliances, VCRs, … Read More
Hononegah Woman’s Club invites all Nonprofit Organizations to a special event
Hononegah Woman’s Club invites all nonprofit organizations or groups to join in a fun event focusing on volunteer organizations in the Stateline area. Behind this concept is an opportunity to become acquainted with other nonprofit groups or organizations while greeting the public. It is our hope that we can develop a better understanding by learning what each has to offer … Read More
Celebrate Oak Awareness Month with Natural Land Institute
October has become known as OAKtober in the conservation community throughout the state of Illinois since it was first declared “OAKtober” in 2015. The purpose of OAKtober is to bring attention to the importance of oak trees, which clean our air and water, reduce air temperature and energy usage, and provide habitat for wildlife. Oak trees are strong and majestic … Read More
Laurie Selvey Joins First National Bank and Trust as Residential Loan Originator
First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) is pleased to announce that Laurie Selvey has joined the bank as a residential loan originator. In this role, Selvey is responsible for providing Sound Advice to community members seeking home loans, and developing relationships with current and future customers of the bank. She assists customers with credit counseling and helps find lending solutions to best … Read More
Goldie B. Floberg CEO Appointed to State Task Force on Human Services Contracting
Goldie B. Floberg Center CEO John Pingo, Ph.D. BCBA-D, has been appointed to serve on the Task Force on State Contracting with Private Nonprofit Human Service Providers by Illinois Senate Republican Leader Bill Brady. Pingo was appointed to the Task Force on State Contracting with Private Nonprofit Human Service Providers pursuant to 20 ILCS 5140/10. According to the Illinois General … Read More
Savant Capital Management Women’s Wealth Initiative Hosts Gen X Jam Presentation
Initiative empowers women to pursue their best financial future Savant Capital Management, a nationally-recognized fee-only wealth management firm headquartered in Rockford will host an educational event through its Women’s Wealth Initiative, “The Gen X Jam,” at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 25, at Prairie Street Brewhouse, 200 Prairie Street in Rockford. The presentation will provide valuable insight and information for women … Read More