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Rockford
Wednesday, February 4th, 2026
Good morning, Rockford. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 45th Rockford Home Show runs Feb. 27 — March 1 at the Indoor Sports Center on 8800 E. Riverside Blvd with more than 200 vendors and free family entertainment such as caricatures, interactive bubbles, and wildlife presentations; admission is $7 for adults and free for children under 12. Rockford Register Star
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Genoa-Kingston High School will hold a History Rocks! assembly tomorrow at 2:30 p.m. while the teachers union calls for delaying the start to 3:30 p.m. (to secure safe dismissal and transportation for students). WIFR
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Illinois confirmed five State Champion trees today through the Legacy Tree Program. The Natural Land Institute honored five trees — Black Maple, Northern Red Oak, Kentucky Coffeetree, Paper Birch and Rock Elm — at sites including Moody Road, Roscoe and Dahlquist Park, recognizing their strong survival traits. Rockford Register Star
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Rockford tenants are asking local leaders and their landlord for more help finding new housing after Windsor Apartments was condemned on Jan. 20 for lack of heat following a broken boiler. An 85-year-old tenant now runs a GoFundMe to cover moving expenses and security deposits for over 50 displaced residents. WIFR
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Susan Nelson – Soprano Performance
7:30-10:00 p.m. — Mendelssohn Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the powerful and sensitive performances of soprano Susan Nelson as she celebrates women composers.
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Ernie Hendrickson Band Tribute to The Grateful Dead
8-10 p.m. — The Music Box — Ticket info available — Join Ernie Hendrickson Band for a nostalgic tribute to The Grateful Dead.
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AHL All Star Classic
1-9 p.m. — BMO Center — Ticket prices vary — Cheer on top hockey players as they showcase their skills at this all-star event.
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Galentine's Pop-Up
4-8 p.m. — Rockford City Market — Free entry — Celebrate friendship with themed drinks and local vendors for a fun Galentine's get-together.
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Valentine's Day Ski-Plane Fly-In
5 PM — Midtown District — Free entry — Enjoy a winter cookout with lots of fun and ski planes at Cottonwood Airport.
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Dexter Patterson Meet & Greet and Book Signing
3-7 p.m. — RPL Nordlof Center — Free for general admission; VIP tickets available — Celebrate Black History Month with author Dexter Patterson sharing his passion for birding and signing his new book.
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An Evening with Laid Back Country Picker
7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Music Box — Cost not specified — A unique concert blending country rock with a powerful duo performance.
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An Evening with Freedy Johnston
8:00 – 10:00 p.m. — The Music Box — From $18.85 — Enjoy the poignant storytelling of acclaimed songwriter Freedy Johnston as he performs live.
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La Fe Norteña Concert
8 PM — Apollo Activity Center — $40.00 + Fees — Enjoy a night of vibrant Norteno music featuring La Fe Norteña and more.
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