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December 19, 2022

Rock Valley and Crusader launch scholarships for students pursuing high-demand health care jobs

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December 16, 2022

‘I want these chickens to live in a dignified manner’: Rockford may allow residents to raise up to 4 hens

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Christmas things to do

December 14, 2022

See Santa, Snømarket, go skating and more: Here are 12 things to do in the Rockford area this weekend

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December 13, 2022

‘Fair food on steroids’: TNT Funnel Cakes in Rockford offers breakfast menu and more

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December 13, 2022

This business makes sparks fly: Meet Rockford’s new permanent jewelry vendor

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December 12, 2022

Gas prices decline in Rockford for the fifth consecutive week

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December 7, 2022

Breakfast with Santa, luminaria and more: Here 12 things to do in the Rockford area this weekend

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Zombie frappe

December 7, 2022

You Gotta Try This: Inzombia Coffee’s secret menu zombie frappe in Rockford

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Uplift Bungee Fitness in Rockton

December 7, 2022

‘Uplift your routine’: New bungee fitness facility in Rockton to host grand opening

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Liz Schaer of Rooted

December 6, 2022

‘A little bit of everything’: Rooted marks 1 year of bringing big-city boutique feel to Rockford

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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!

Rock River Current December 30, 2025 12:13 pm

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

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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Holiday Gift Guide 815: Golf Shack Rockford

Rock River Current December 19, 2025 2:09 pm

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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

December 22, 2025

City removes, keeps stained glass windows from historic Elks Club in downtown Rockford

December 20, 2025

815 Gift Guide: 815 Custom Auto in South Beloit

December 20, 2025

Spin City Wear focused on fashion, affordability in downtown Rockford

December 19, 2025

Belvidere-based Hamblock Ford acquires Chevrolet GMC dealership in Ottawa

December 19, 2025

815 Gift Guide: Golf Shack in Rockford

December 19, 2025

Greater Rockford Chamber of Commerce hires VP of business expansion and attraction

December 19, 2025

‘Mall of Fitness’ set to open inside former Hilander in Rockford

December 19, 2025

With new deal, developers say Watch Factory restoration will begin in 2026

December 18, 2025

Goodwill Industries of Northern Illinois celebrates largest graduating class yet

December 18, 2025

Rockford fastener manufacturer celebrates $7.9M expansion

December 18, 2025

Urban Farmgirl in Rockford looks to ‘brighten days in little ways’ with Random Acts of Wishes

December 17, 2025

Professional Plastics opens new facility in Belvidere, its second in the region


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