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Friday, January 10th, 2025
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Good morning, Rockford. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of January.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A family in Rockford was displaced early in the morning due to an accidental dining room fire, with no injuries and a $9,000 loss, while the cause remains under investigation. WIFR
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Xander White was arrested in Rockford, Ill. for an alleged attack on a woman and for possessing firearms without the required license. WTVO
- ➤ David Perkins, 32, was arrested in Rockford, Illinois, for allegedly possessing and reproducing child pornography following a cyber tip. WTVO
- ➤ Michael Mallett sentenced to 8 years for fentanyl trafficking and firearm possession in a case part of the Project Safe Neighborhoods initiative. WTVO
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jon Anderson, the founding singer of Yes, will showcase the band's classics in Rockford's Coronado Theatre on April 19th, 2025, during the 'YES Epics, Classics, and More' tour. WTVO
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Rockford's $200 million FiberCity project, aimed at providing high-speed fiber internet to all homes and businesses, is 40% complete, promising increased choice and lowered costs for residents. Rock River Current
- ➤ Hard Rock Casino Rockford generated $97.6 million in revenue in 2024, a 41% increase from the previous year, despite a temporary closure for relocation to a new permanent site. Rockford Register Star
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Huskie Jalapeño Sliders created by Harlem High School culinary arts students won the Baker Street Burgers contest, selling 98 orders. WTVO
SHOP NEWS
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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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PRAIRIE SMOKE Concert Featuring Ryan Borens Band
Prairie Smoke, a psychedelic rock band from Rockford, Illinois, will perform an engaging concert at The Music Box, showcasing cosmic riffs and evocative lyrics.
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Cirque du Soleil Crystal: A Unique Ice Performance
Cirque du Soleil Crystal combines ice skating and acrobatics, creating a stunning visual performance set on a frozen stage.
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