By Lynn Sellers-LaBuy
Reporter
BOONE COUNTY – The World Health Organization (WHO) has recently raised the worldwide pandemic alert level to Phase 6 according to the Center for Disease Control in Atlanta, in response to the ongoing global spread of the novel influenza A (H1N1) virus. The Phase 6 designation indicates that a global pandemic is underway.
Garrett Carlson
With the second place finish by the United States national soccer team in last month’s Confederations Cup, there has been a sudden interest of soccer in America and has many wondering if soccer can become as popular as other major sports in America. This question has been answered and will continue to be answered year after every three years.
Rockford, Illinois - Visit Discovery Center Museum on July 10 (11am-3:30 pm) and experience the special event Crime Lab Detective. Extract DNA, examine fingerprints, and crack a secret code as you hone observation skills and pursue clues. While at Discovery Center, enter the world of CSI and explore the Museum’s newest traveling exhibit. Use the skills of a forensic scientist to solve a mystery.
Grail Dixon Craig
A memorial service for Grail Dixon Craig, 53, will be held in Belvidere Cemetery on July 3, 2009 at 10 a.m. Belvidere Cemetery is located at 1121 N. Main St., Belvidere.
By Bob Balgemann
Friday night fish fries have been a staple of suburban life for more than 50 years.
KIRKSVILLE, Mo. – Tracey Ann Blasingame of Belvidere, Ill., received a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics at Truman State University's graduation ceremonies May 9. She graduated cum laude with an overall grade point average between 3.5-3.74. Blasingame is the daughter of Ruth and Jimmy Blasingame and a 2005 graduate of Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy in Aurora, Ill.
ROCKFORD – SwedishAmerican Hospital has received full Chest Pain Center Cycle II accreditation with PCI from the Society of Chest Pain Centers (SCPC).
By Lynn Sellers-LaBuy
Reporter
BELVIDERE – In January of 2006 I was asked to review a new café opening in town called "The Brick," and I gave it thumbs up after enjoying a great lunch and service with a smile.
