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Overtime Showdown: Monte Vista Edge Past Alamosa

February 7, 2026

The match at the MVHS gym ended with a 65‑59 victory for Monte Vista, but only after an extra period. The game was a back‑and‑forth battle with neither side willing to give up. Monte Vista’s star Azariah Hurt Hurtado led the charge, scoring 22 points and making key free throws in the final moments.

sports

A Close Call: Alamosa Boys Basketball's Narrow Loss to Bayfield

January 21, 2026

The Alamosa High School boys basketball team had a tough game against Bayfield. They started strong but couldn't hold on in the end. The game was close, but Bayfield pulled ahead in the final minutes to win 48-45. The Mean Moose had a good lead for most of the game. They were doing well, but Bayfie

finance

Local Water Agency Shines with Top Budget Honors

January 3, 2026

A water agency in Santa Clarita Valley just got some big praise. They won a fancy award for their budget plans for the next two years. The Government Finance Officers Association gave them the Distinguished Budget Presentation award. This isn't their first time winning, either. It's actually the fif

education

Louisiana's Child Care Crisis: A Closer Look

November 30, 2025

Louisiana's child care system is in a tough spot. Many centers are struggling to stay open. This is a big problem for families and kids. High costs are making it hard for providers to keep going. Rochelle Wilcox has been in the child care business for almost 30 years. She started small, with a day

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Local Teams Shine in Wrestling and Basketball Tournaments

November 30, 2025

In a recent wrestling tournament, Johnsburg boys wrestling team secured the second spot. They scored 156 points, just behind Glenbrook South, who won with 224 points. Crystal Lake South also did well, placing third with 144. 5 points. Johnsburg had some standout wrestlers. Kainoa Ancog won the 157-

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Cal's New Chapter: Wilcox Out, Rolovich Takes Over

November 24, 2025

Cal's football program is at a turning point. Justin Wilcox, the head coach for the past nine years, has been let go. This decision comes after a season that saw the team go 6-5, barely missing out on a winning record. The Golden Bears' loss to Stanford, a game they were expected to win, seems to ha

education

Rochelle Township High School: A Look at Recent Achievements and Plans

November 21, 2025

Rochelle Township High School has some good news to share. They got a "commendable" rating under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for the past year. This rating is one step below the highest rating, "exemplary. " The school's score was 86. 73, which is better than the previous two years. In 202

education

Rochelle Schools: Taxes, Grants, and Growing Preschools

November 13, 2025

The Rochelle Elementary School District has a lot going on. They recently decided to raise taxes by 4. 99% for 2025. This increase is just under the 5% threshold, so they didn't need a special hearing. The extra money will mostly go to transportation and special education, which are big expenses for

business

A Finance Director's Journey: Chris Cardott's 20-Year Impact on Rochelle

October 27, 2025

Chris Cardott, Rochelle's Finance Director, is stepping down after two decades of service. Her career began with an accounting degree from the University of Illinois, followed by a stint at a local bank. She then returned home to lead the Northern Illinois University Credit Union for nearly a decade

business

Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency Wins Big for Clear Money Reports

September 20, 2025

The Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency just got a big thumbs up for its money reports. The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada gave them the Award for Outstanding Achievement in Popular Annual Financial Reporting. This award is a big deal. It shows that the agency