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Indoor dining has returned to Stephenson County after coronavirus metrics have improved in the area.

Jane Lethlean Special to the Journal-Standard FREEPORT — Nearly 140 people were treated Sunday to a history lesson and Tim Connors' portrayal of Benjamin Franklin, thanks in part to a bad case of pandemic hair. It was 1706 when historical figure and one of the founders of the United States, Benjamin Franklin, was born. But Connors brought Franklin to life via an online re-enactment over the weekend for a unique history lesson via Zoom. Connors first portrayed Franklin 20 years ago in the musical “1776” at Highland Community College. Halloween 2020 prompted the man to bring the...

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 ...

Jane Lethlean Special to The Journal-Standard MONROE, Wis. — For many art centers and museums, COVID-19 has hit with a vengeance with directors and their boards scrambling to find new ways to showcase art and hold classes for art education. Monroe Arts Center in Monroe, Wisconsin, is getting ready to hold four virtual art classes for adults. The first one will begin in February, with others to follow through May. “It’s important for us at the Monroe Arts Center to stay connected to the community and our artists,” said Kathy Hennessy, executive director for the Monroe Arts Center. �...

It was more than 20 years ago Tim Connors first portrayed Benjamin Franklin in the musical “1776” at Highland Community College.