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November 12, 2025

Rockford Peach Helen “Sis Waddell” Wyatt, who won a title with the team, dies at 95

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October 28, 2025

Police, firefighters set to face off in first Rockford Hero Rumble

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September 17, 2025

Rockford pro ready to ‘bring the fight’ as Hitz Boxing returns to Hard Rock Casino Rockford

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September 9, 2025

Beyer Stadium upgrades bolstered by $2.35M in grants from charitable groups tied to the Mets

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September 9, 2025

Rockford triathlete headed to France for Ironman World Championship

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September 8, 2025

Chicago Bears regional flag football tourney coming to Rockford

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August 30, 2025

‘A place where dreams are born’ | Rockford Park District opens Clarence Hicks Sports Complex

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August 29, 2025

Rockford’s Mika Strick-Martinez takes over as head cheer coach at NIU

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June 10, 2025

Rockford region to host Women’s Baseball World Cup for first time in state history, second time in U.S.

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January 13, 2025

Rockford will host the 2026 AHL All-Star Classic. Here’s how the Hogs won the bid and what to expect

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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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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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815 Holiday Gift Guide: 815 Custom Auto

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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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January 10, 2026

New fried chicken franchise opens on 11th Street in south Rockford

January 9, 2026

Rockford Area Arts Council to honor Robert Greenblatt at upcoming arts awards

January 9, 2026

Jersey Mike’s Subs cuts the ribbon on new Loves Park location

January 9, 2026

Bethesda Covenant Church to celebrate 100 years in Rockford

January 8, 2026

Salvation Army prepares to move Belvidere thrift store to former grocery site

January 8, 2026

Takeoff Adventure Park coming to former Burlington space on East State Street in Rockford

January 7, 2026

Rockford Kung Fu Tea franchise closes. Owners working on new plans for the space

January 7, 2026

New ownership takes over The Rusty Wheel in South Beloit

January 6, 2026

Rockford teachers union, district head back to the bargaining table as strike vote looms

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

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