Daily
Rockford
Sunday, January 4th, 2026
Good morning, Rockford. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 4th of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Wonderland Ballet Company has opened its first studio at the former Rockford Lutheran School at 215 N Court Street, connected to Court Street Methodist Church. Creative Director Andrew Mahan will offer high-quality ballet classes designed to build confidence in dancers of all ages. WIFR
- ➤ The Magtones performed at Inscape Collective on Saturday to ring in 2026, and the non-for-profit now offers no-cost art events alongside a store featuring 40+ local artists who receive 75% of sales to boost community art access. WIFR
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing.
~ Seneca
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