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December 5, 2022

Rockford Casino to donate December uncashed vouchers to United Way of Rock River Valley

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December 5, 2022

Gas prices drop again in Rockford, national average could be under $3 by Christmas

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December 1, 2022

‘Investment in the students’: Community Foundation of Northern Illinois to award $380K in scholarships

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November 30, 2022

Christmas drag brunch, tree lighting, The Nutcracker and more: 14 things to do in the Rockford area

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November 28, 2022

‘Increasing opportunities’: YWCA Northwestern Illinois in Rockford offers new web development course

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November 28, 2022

‘Dropping coast to coast’: Rockford gas prices decline an average of 21 cents per gallon

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November 25, 2022

Candy Cloud in Rockford launches franchise program, hopes to open next storefronts in 2023

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November 23, 2022

11 things to do on Thanksgiving weekend in the Rockford area

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November 21, 2022

Krampus is coming to Rockford and 317 Art Collective wants you to ‘be part of the art’

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November 18, 2022

Geronimo Hospitality Group hires new general manager for Lucy’s #7 Burger Bar in Beloit

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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 17, 2025

City Council gives OK to new McDonald’s on Perryville Road in Rockford

December 16, 2025

Rockford’s new school superintendent says his ‘ultimate goal’ is teaching 3rd grade again

December 16, 2025

Plans move ahead to bring new event space to old Ellida Lodge in Rockford’s Midtown

December 16, 2025

Rockford Public Schools name Indiana educator as next superintendent

December 16, 2025

Rockford ranks atop Zillow’s list of most popular cities for home shoppers

December 16, 2025

815 Gift Guide: Discovery Center Museum in Rockford

December 16, 2025

Stepping Stones of Rockford opens new group home for adults with serious mental health issues

December 15, 2025

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December 12, 2025

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

December 12, 2025

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

December 11, 2025

Rockford native Cameron Smith makes history with Olympic-qualifying win

December 11, 2025

After an expansive development was rejected, a new pitch looks to rezone 4 Rockford plots for duplexes

December 11, 2025

815 Gift Guide: 640 Meats in Loves Park

December 10, 2025

Owner of Maze Books in Rockford gets holiday bonus from author James Patterson

December 10, 2025

Bill to rename Rockford post office for Jay Larson clears U.S. House

December 10, 2025

Harlem School District pauses consolidation plans to review feedback

December 10, 2025

UW Health celebrates opening of second Rockford retail pharmacy

December 10, 2025

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

December 9, 2025

Riverside Family Restaurant celebrates grand opening in Rockford’s Miracle Mile

December 9, 2025

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


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