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Good morning, Rockford. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Quixotic Bakery in Rockford will close its Indoor City Market store on April 19 but will continue offering products at selected venues and via special orders online.  Rockford Register Star
  • The 39th annual Illinois Snow Sculpting Competition kicks off in Sinnissippi Park, Rockford, featuring teams competing until Saturday for a chance to advance to the U.S. Nationals.  Rock River Current

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A fire in Rockford, Illinois, displaces a family after starting in their basement, but no injuries were reported.  WTVO

CRIME NEWS

  • A Rockford man, wanted for felony assault and aggravated battery, was arrested in DeKalb after being caught speeding, with a subsequent discovery of cannabis in his vehicle.  WTVO

ECONOMY NEWS

  • The new Starbucks in downtown Rockford, part of a $4 million building renovation, has opened, marking an expansion in the local coffee shop scene.  WTVO
  • The Belvidere Assembly Plant in Illinois is set to reopen in 2027, providing jobs for 1,500 union members to build a new, midsize truck.  WTVO

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Rockford’s Mass Transit District launches a free bus ride program for college students starting Feb. 1 with a valid student ID for the spring 2025 semester.  WIFR

EVENTS

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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.

    Fri, 1/24/25

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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.

    Sat, 1/25/25

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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.

    Sat, 2/1/25

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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.

    Fri, 2/7/25

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  • Galentine's Celebration at Rockford City Market

    Enjoy a special Galentine's celebration at the Indoor Rockford City Market featuring local vendors, themed drinks, and live music.

    Thu, 2/13/25

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  • Chicago Wolves vs. Rockford IceHogs

    The Rockford IceHogs face off against the Chicago Wolves in an exciting hockey match at the BMO Center in Rockford.

    Fri, 2/14/25

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  • The Fiction We Create Event

    The Fiction We Create is a musical event happening at Screw City Tavern in Rockford that features various performances starting at 8 PM.

    Sat, 2/15/25

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  • 29th Annual Stateline Fruit and Vegetable Growers Conference

    The Stateline Fruit and Vegetable Growers Conference provides essential information and resources for local fruit and vegetable growers to improve their practices and ensure a successful growing season.

    Mon, 2/17/25

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  • Warren Haynes Live at Coronado Theatre

    GRAMMY Award-winning artist Warren Haynes, known for his remarkable guitar skills, will perform live at the Coronado Theatre.

    Tue, 2/18/25

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  • Rockford IceHogs vs. Iowa Wild Hockey Game

    The Rockford IceHogs face off against the Iowa Wild in a thrilling hockey match at the BMO Center.

    Fri, 2/21/25

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