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Rockford IceHogs promo features original hat designs from 3 local artists

November 6, 2023 @ 3:02 pm

Via news release Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Fans first in line at three Rockford IceHogs games this season have...

NASCAR driver whose car included Jody Deery's name wins Cup Series Championship

November 5, 2023 @ 6:16 pm

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app Ryan Blaney, whose No. 12 car included late Rockford Speedway owner Jody Deery’s name...

Podcast: What you need to know know about this year's Stroll on State

November 3, 2023 @ 5:00 am

Stroll on State, Rockford’s official kickoff to the holiday season, is about three weeks away. John Groh, president and CEO of the Rockford Area...

Podcast: What you need to know know about thi...

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Jody Deery named NASCAR Home Track Hero as Rockford Speedway wraps up its final ...

November 2, 2023 @ 1:55 pm

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The late Jody Deery, who ran the Rockford Speedway into her mid-90s, will...

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Winnebago County Mental Health Board seeks proposals for $70M in funding

November 2, 2023 @ 12:24 pm

Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The Winnebago County Community Mental Health Board is accepting proposals to provide $70 million in...

Family-owned RBK Bakery expands with third Rockford-area location

October 23, 2023 @ 6:00 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app CHERRY VALLEY — A family-owned bakery that specializes in traditional Mexican breads, pastries, cakes,...

From a movie premiere to a masquerade, block party and more. Here's what's happe...

October 19, 2023 @ 5:59 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — This weekend in the Rockford area there is a punk Celtic concert,...

BMO Center unveils box office renovations, new Rockford-themed mural

October 12, 2023 @ 12:19 pm

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The BMO Center on Thursday unveiled renovations to its box office and...

From sneakers and streetwear to Fred VanVleet gear, here's downtown Rockford's n...

October 12, 2023 @ 6:01 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — You don’t need to save your best fit for the weekends. You...

Prioritizing Mental Health: A Guide for Rockford Residents on World Mental Healt...

October 10, 2023 @ 5:45 am

By Chelsea Meyer b103 Rockford Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — On World Mental Health Day, we are reminded of the crucial importance of...

From nationally touring performers to local artists, Rockford is packed with thi...

October 4, 2023 @ 6:00 am

Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — This week is packed with things to do around the city. There are performances from...

Tour de North End, Rockford's original bike festival and block party, is back fo...

September 21, 2023 @ 11:13 am

Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — An annual neighborhood bicycle festival and block party that brings hundreds of people to the...

Downtown Rockford YMCA to build 9,000-square-foot addition for more exercise spa...

September 19, 2023 @ 1:15 pm

Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The YMCA of Rock River Valley is expanding the SwedishAmerican Riverfront facility, adding more than...

Rockford IceHogs to compete in preseason game at renovated Riverview Ice House

September 6, 2023 @ 5:38 pm

Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The Rockford IceHogs announced Wednesday that the team will play an exhibition game at the...

NIU men's soccer home opener moved to Loves Park due to intense heat

August 24, 2023 @ 8:58 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app LOVES PARK — The Northern Illinois University men’s soccer team’s regular season opener Thursday...