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October 4, 2025

Rockford’s newest piece of public art arrived in the dark. It carries on a monster tradition

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by Kevin Haas

September 28, 2025

Art created in a Polish ghetto during WWII was thought to be lost to history. A piece has surfaced in Rockford

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by Kevin Haas

August 28, 2025

After-dark art project turns Sinnissippi Park in Rockford into surreal dreamscape

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by Kevin Haas

August 27, 2025

Picturesque Rockford sign gets new home along the west bank of the Rock River

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by Kevin Haas

August 12, 2025

Public art project raises awareness for at-risk birds through vibrant murals in northern Illinois

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by Kevin Haas

August 1, 2025

New sculpture at Rockford Public Library celebrates unity with all the shades of the human race

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by Kevin Haas

July 16, 2025

Bookerfest aims to uplift, educate and unite with Black cultural festival in Rockford

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by Kevin Haas

July 2, 2025

Phantom Regiment’s annual Show of Shows has a new location for the first time in 5 decades

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by Kevin Haas

June 25, 2025

Who is Paul Harvey Oswald? The story behind Rockford’s ‘unperson’

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by Kevin Haas

June 19, 2025

For Jemih and for Rockford: One artist’s mission to beautify the city and inspire his son

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Join us at 815 ALE FEST at the Tebala Event Center on Saturday, January 31. Your chance to sample TONS of beers from different breweries near and far! Live music from Dead Man's Hand, food, great vibes, and more! Grab your tickets at 815alefest.com

Join us at 815 ALE FEST at the Tebala Event Center on Saturday, January 31. Your chance to sample TONS of beers from different breweries near and far! Live music from Dead Man's Hand, food, great vibes, and more! Grab your tickets at 815alefest.com

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815 ALE FEST IS BACK IN 2026!

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If you’ve got someone on your list who treats their car like a member of the familyor maybe even than some of the family 815 Custom Auto is about to be your holiday MVP this year. This Rockford favorite has everything a car lover could possibly want, and yes, that includes gifts that go way beyond the basic air freshener!

If you’ve got someone on your list who treats their car like a member of the familyor maybe even than some of the family 815 Custom Auto is about to be your holiday MVP this year. This Rockford favorite has everything a car lover could possibly want, and yes, that includes gifts that go way beyond the basic air freshener!

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Rock River Current December 22, 2025 1:18 pm

If you’ve got a golf lover on your holiday shopping list, Rockford has two places that’ll have them counting down to spring.

First up, Golf Shack. This is the spot for golfers who take their gear seriously. From Patagonia apparel that keeps them warm on chilly rounds (and looks good off the course too) to must-have accessories, Golf Shack is packed with gifts they’ll actually use.

Not sure on size or style? A Golf Shack gift card lets them pick out exactly what they want when golf season ramps back up. And don’t miss their golf ball specials, including a buy one, get one for $50 deal, perfect for stocking up or tossing a sleeve into a stocking.

If you’ve got a golf lover on your holiday shopping list, Rockford has two places that’ll have them counting down to spring.

First up, Golf Shack. This is the spot for golfers who take their gear seriously. From Patagonia apparel that keeps them warm on chilly rounds (and looks good off the course too) to must-have accessories, Golf Shack is packed with gifts they’ll actually use.

Not sure on size or style? A Golf Shack gift card lets them pick out exactly what they want when golf season ramps back up. And don’t miss their golf ball specials, including a buy one, get one for $50 deal, perfect for stocking up or tossing a sleeve into a stocking.

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Rock River Current December 19, 2025 2:09 pm

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January 5, 2026

Nonprofit looks for city support to create new senior center in Rockford

January 5, 2026

Rockford City Council recap: Here’s what happened on 7 key measures

January 5, 2026

New event space in Rockford’s Midtown wins City Council approval

January 5, 2026

Festival of Lights in Rockford draws estimated 105K visitors

January 3, 2026

Rockford City Council’s busy start to 2026: 7 items to watch

January 2, 2026

How to recycle your Christmas tree in the Rockford area

January 2, 2026

National Stuttering Association to launch new Rockford chapter

December 31, 2025

FHN officially becomes Mercyhealth FHN on Jan. 1

December 31, 2025

New year, new laws: More than 250 take effect on Jan. 1 in Illinois

December 31, 2025

$25.3M bridge replacement in Rockton passes key milestone

December 31, 2025

Rockford assistant city attorney named new 17th Judicial Circuit judge

December 29, 2025

Rockford gas prices hit lowest level since 2021

December 29, 2025

How to get a safe ride home this New Year’s Eve in Winnebago County

December 29, 2025

Photos of 2025 | Look back at our favorite Rockford-area images of the year

December 28, 2025

Candy Cloud to break ground on first drive-thru restaurant in Machesney Park

December 23, 2025

McNamara, Bell highlight $65M in infrastructure work in Rockford’s 13th Ward

December 23, 2025

Rockford teachers to present final contract offer after 9 months of negotiations

December 23, 2025

Podcast: 2025 year in review with Mayor Tom McNamara

December 22, 2025

Village Green holds final shopping day as Platt Hill Nursery begins hiring push in Rockford

December 22, 2025

A.M. Social Brunch cuts the ribbon on new Loves Park restaurant


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