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Wednesday, January 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Rockford. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Families celebrated New Year's Eve with a noon balloon drop, live DJ, and ice skating at Rockford's Carlson Ice Arena. WIFR
- ➤ Mayor Tom McNamara celebrates the progress of downtown Rockford's development and growth in residential living in a 2024 year-in-review podcast. Rock River Current
- ➤ Rock River Current highlights the most engaging stories of 2024, including restaurant openings and closures, community developments, and personnel changes in the media. Rock River Current
- ➤ The Discovery Center Museum in Rockford hosted its annual New Year's Eve celebration with an hourly ball drop and 2025-themed goodies for attendees celebrating early. WIFR
- ➤ Miss Carly's Inc., a charity aimed at helping the needy, homeless, and addicted, will cease operations in Rockford due to an agreement with the city forgiving fines in exchange for shutting down and selling the property. Rockford Register Star
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Rockford launches a new program offering forgivable loans for commercial property improvements, dedicating $875,000 across seven business corridors. Rock River Current
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ In the third quarter of 2024, 36 individuals convicted of crimes against persons in Winnebago County were released on parole, as part of Illinois' efforts to refine its Mandatory Supervised Release program, according to Illinois Department of Corrections. Rockford Sun
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Better Business Bureau recommends New Year's resolutions for 2025 to enhance personal security and prevent scam-related losses. WIFR
SHOP NEWS
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Cole Brandt Live at Rock River Bar & Grill
Cole Brandt will be performing live at the Rock River Bar & Grill located in Rockford Casino.
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Rockford IceHogs vs. Texas Stars Hockey Match
Watch the Rockford IceHogs take on the Texas Stars at the BMO Center in Rockford, IL.
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The Princess Bride: Behind the Scenes with Cary Elwes
Cary Elwes shares insights from his experience on the set of the beloved film 'The Princess Bride' following a screening of the movie.
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Mozart Meets Mahler: An Evening of Classical Masterpieces
This concert features the works of Mozart and Mahler at the Coronado Performing Arts Center in Rockford, IL.
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Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
Experience a unique live musical performance featuring the music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons, performed by the Listeso String Quartet in a candlelit setting.
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Chicago Wolves Face Off Against Rockford IceHogs
The Rockford IceHogs will compete against the Chicago Wolves in an exciting hockey match at the BMO Center.
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