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Shanes Crossing Historical Society Article –     The Rockford link to Sears and Roebuck

In 1820, Ruel Roebuck (1778-1841) brought his family from Fayette County, Ohio to the unbridled land of Mercer County, Ohio, settling near what is now known as Rockford.  A Virginian by birth, Mr. Roebuck was a cooper (barrel maker) by trade but sought the grandeur of establishing a homestead where soil was rich and wildlife…
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Shanes Crossing Historical Society News – March 2024

SHANES CROSSING HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEETING MINUTES                   3/18/2024 Norm opened the meeting with the ‘bell ringing’.   — And started the meeting with the Shanes Crossing History Society History.    The Society started in 1995 and has 2 previous Presidents.  After Norm retired from Parkway School, the society thought he would make a good President and he’s been…
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Tribute to Norm VanTilburg

SALUTE TO NORM VANTILBURG                                                 3/18/2024 FOR 25 YEARS THE PRESIDENT WAS HE, OF ROCKFORD’S SHANES CROSSING HISTORICAL SOCIETY. HIS COMMITMENT TO HISTORY WAS HIS MAIN QUEST, BUT HIS SHARING THAT KNOWLEDGE IS WHAT MADE HIM BEST. HIS PASSION TO PRESERVE THE THINGS OF THE PAST, SO MEMORIES NE’ER BE FORGOTTEN AND FOREVER WILL…
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Norm VanTilburg – 25 years Proclamation

WHEREAS, we are here today to express special recognition to Norm VanTilburg and to honor him for his 25 years of distinguished service as President of the Shanes Crossing Historical Society; and WHEREAS, Norm and his wife Deanne are charter members since March of 1995, which was the beginning of the Historical Society, each have…
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SpringFest 2021 Event Map

Who is ready for some SpringFest on Main Street love? Our committee has worked so hard to bring you a fun and family friendly event which promotes our local businesses. Each time we learn something new and include something different. We hope you enjoy shopping and supporting local. See you THIS Saturday, May 1! Download…
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Rockford Chamber of Commerce – Business Recognition

With the global pandemic negatively impacting small businesses everywhere and preventing large gatherings, The Rockford Ohio Chamber of Commerce executive board elected to not host a Chamber Banquet this year. During the banquet we celebrate and honor all new businesses and businesses celebrating a milestone in our community. The Rockford Chamber would like to recognize…
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Rockford Chamber of Commerce – 2020 Business Grants

The Rockford Ohio Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2020 Business Grant: Wellness 365, Rock Solid Performance, Second Crossing Brew Co.  Congratulations! With the global pandemic negatively impacting small businesses everywhere, The Rockford Ohio Chamber of Commerce executive board has opted to reallocate funds designated to host a banquet, to…
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Vantage: A Great Return On Your Investment

As Vantage Career Center begins its 45th year in the community, the career center will be on the ballot November 3 to ask residents in its district to renew a 5-year, 0.7 mill permanent improvement levy that was first approved in 1996.