Bill Grennell of The Literacy Council discusses the mission and details their partnership with Jersey Mike's Subs in March for their Month of Giving. Bill also outlines the challenges of connecting with clients during COVID-19 - and the need for volunteers.
Runtime: 8 minutes
Tom discusses City Council approving a balanced budget for 2021 this week, Service Line Warranties that are legit for Rockford, Covid-19 stats for the week, and how the Family Peace Center has been a blessing for the area surpassing over 135 client assistance needs since opening just a few months ago.
Runtime: 9 Minutes
This week, Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara discusses the Covid-19 vaccine rollout, Covid-19 percentage rates, why he’s worried about New Year's Eve parties, and about the 9th Street Construction Project that finished ahead of schedule and below budget.
Runtime: 9 minutes
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Mayor Tom McNamara speaks at a news conference Monday, Jan. 10, 2022, at the Winnebago County Health Department in Rockford. (Photo by Kevin Haas/Rock River Current)[/caption]
Mayor Tom McNamara joins Steve Summers on This Week in the Stateline to break down the latest surge in coronavirus cases and talk about Monday's busy City Council meeting.
Listen to the full interview below.
