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

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September 9, 2025

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August 30, 2025

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June 10, 2025

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December 12, 2025

Country superstars Lady A surprise Rockford Area Habitat for Humanity with $50K for 2026 home builds

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Urban Equity Properties to tackle $45.6M revamp of historic News Tower in downtown Rockford

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December 10, 2025

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Harlem School District pauses consolidation plans to review feedback

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UW Health celebrates opening of second Rockford retail pharmacy

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Rockford’s record-breaking $385M capital plan has projects big and small

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Rockford’s Festival of Lights is a key fundraiser for America’s 250th birthday fireworks

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December 4, 2025

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