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Rock 'n' roll tribute show coming to the Masonic Temple in Freeport

The first half of the show highlights the rock ‘n roll pioneers of the 1950’s while the second half pays tribute to the British Invasion bands. ....

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Freeport mayor's View: Making progress against COVID-19 spread

If you are at least 65 years of age and want to sign up on a list to receive the COVID-19 vaccine as it continues to become available in our community, please visit the Health Department’s website at co.stephenson.il.us/health and click on the “COVID Vaccination Interest Survey” link. If you are not comfortable with the online version, please call them at 815-235-8271. Additionally, the Senior Resource Center is offering assistance for individuals who do not want to sign up online. Their number is 815-235-9777.
FHN is making efforts to help address some of the gaps in mental health and substance abuse services in this area. They recently opened the Crisis Stabilization Center for individuals facing a substance abuse or behavioral health crisis. Prior to the Center, an individual facing a mental health crisis may have spent hours or days in the ER until they could be transferred to an inpatient unit or stabilized and released back into the community. ....

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Freeport Rite-Way owner celebrates 30 years

Jane Lethlean
Special to The Journal-Standard
FREEPORT Cal Wescott returned to his hometown roots in Freeport 30 years ago by purchasing a locally owned furniture business, and he is now helping second- and third-generation customers find the right fit” with their furniture and appliance needs at Rite-Way Furniture & Appliance in downtown.
After working in corporate retail for 14 years, Wescott said he longed to own his own business. The opportunity arose for him to purchase Rite-Way and move from the Chicago suburbs to return to his roots and part of a community that he loves.
“I was a manager working for others, and I decided I wanted to do something for myself and be part of the community I grew up in,” Wescott said. “Having my own business means something to me. It’s a slower-paced lifestyle, but I am part of a friendly community, and the move back 30 years ago answered the call for me.” ....

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