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Rockford
Tuesday, March 10th, 2026
Good morning, Rockford. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 10th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Pilot Company celebrated the remodeled Flying J travel center in South Beloit by donating $10,000 to Hononegah Community High School and Prairie Hill CUSD 133 to support robotics and playground updates — the center now features an expanded kitchen, new deli area, and upgraded facilities. WIFR
- ➤ The 8-year-old male cat Seemore is available for adoption at Winnebago County Animal Services on N. Main St. His fee is half-priced for Golden Whiskers Club members. WIFR
- ➤ Frank Manzullo, a longtime Rockford Township trustee and former owner of Manzullo's Famous Italian Restaurant, died on Feb. 28 while on vacation at age (83). A funeral mass is planned for March 16 at St. Rita Catholic Church, with burial at New Milford Cemetery. Rockford Register Star
- ➤ Families can take photos with the Easter Bunny at CherryVale Mall starting March 11. Daily photo hours run from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday & pet photo sessions are offered on Mondays for leashed pets. Rockford Register Star
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ GE Aerospace announced on Monday it will invest $2 million in its Rockford site as part of a $1 billion plan to upgrade U.S. manufacturing facilities in 2026 & hire 5,000 workers nationwide. The investment will boost production & support defense engine manufacturing. WIFR
- ➤ Sunil Puri – a longtime developer and philanthropist – helped shape local growth over four decades with community honors and projects that left a lasting impact on the city. Rockford Register Star
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Rockford Restaurant Week set records with 82 restaurants serving prix-fixe menus and bundled meal deals while awarding winners for best experience, main course, dessert, cocktail, and legacy honors. The event boosted sales and community engagement (with some restaurants reporting gains over 25%) and will return Jan. 28-Feb. 7. Rockford Register Star
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices rose sharply in Illinois over the weekend after the Iran conflict pushed the national average above $3 per gallon, with Rockford’s regular gas at $3.38 on Monday morning—lower than Chicago’s rate of $3.83. Rockford Register Star
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At Rock Valley College on Feb. 24, local experts told students that curiosity, persistence — and strong communication skills — boost success in engineering. The panel, held during National Engineers Week, stressed that hands-on internships and problem-solving matter more than perfect grades. Rockford Register Star
- ➤ United Way Rock River Valley and state representatives Dave Vella and Maurice West launched the Books for Brighter Futures campaign to collect new and gently used books for pre‑K to third-grade readers in Rockford, with a news conference scheduled for today to reveal drop-off locations during National Reading Month. Rockford Register Star
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Auburn Street work will begin March 18 on the west side from Central & Avon to Horsman and Main as crews upgrade lanes, replace water mains, and install new sidewalks until November; public meetings are scheduled today at the Northwest Community Center. Rockford Register Star
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Fireside Music with Rockford Symphony Orchestra
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM — Anderson Japanese Gardens — Free entry — Enjoy a cozy atmosphere with live music from Rockford’s premier youth choir while savoring light lunches and pastries.
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52nd Annual Rockford RV, Camping, & Travel Show
2-4 p.m. — Indoor Sports Center — $8 adults, children free — Explore RVs, camping gear, and enjoy live entertainment with unique contests.
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Rock River Valley Model Train Show
10 AM – 5 PM — Harlem High School — $5 admission, kids 12 and under free — Explore vast displays of model trains and supplies while enjoying hourly door prizes.
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Melodies at the Museum
4:00 – 5:30 PM — Rockford Art Museum — $45 — Experience a blend of chamber music and art with insights from RSO musicians and a community reception.
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A Night of Cheap Trick Songs
7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Music Box — From $22.17 — Celebrate the sounds of Rockford's Hall of Fame band with MILES NIELSEN & KELLY covering their classics.
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Jesse & Joy Concert
7-10 p.m. — Hard Rock Casino Rockford — Ticket prices vary — Experience the beautiful melodies of Jesse & Joy during their El Despecho Tour.
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Rockford IceHogs vs. Iowa Wild Hockey Game
6:30-10:30 p.m. — BMO Center — Free food included — Enjoy an exciting AHL matchup and learn about sports chiropractic while cheering for the IceHogs.
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