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Rockford
Saturday, March 14th, 2026
Good morning, Rockford. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, Mar. 13, about 350 power outages affected over 11,000 customers (Winnebago, Boone, Stephenson, and DeKalb counties) in Northern Illinois, prompting ComEd to update its outage status online. WIFR
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Last Friday, winds reached 60 MPH, causing local traveling food vendors to close for safety. Owners said that high winds posed risks with grill ignition and propane leaks - a concern driving extra caution - and they now plan to monitor weather trends - part of their safety measures - for future operations. WIFR
- ➤ After severe storms earlier this week, State Farm received over 10,000 claims, including 8,000 in Illinois, for hail damage. The insurer opened a customer care site in Bradley (1260 N. Bradley Blvd.) and advises policyholders to file claims and keep repair receipts while avoiding contractor scams. WIFR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local poet Anna Jollymore, whose book Words for Becoming debuted in 2025, appears in Poetically Yours featuring Northern Illinois talent. Now a Rockford resident, she says the city's vibrant arts scene inspires her to blend myth with everyday life. Northern Public Radio
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Rockford Public Schools is set to cut 110 positions to address a $15M budget deficit while keeping classroom teaching roles intact. Details and a chance for affected staff to transfer to teaching jobs will be discussed at the board meeting on Tuesday, Mar. 24. WIFR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Voters in Winnebago County will decide on a 1% sales tax for school facility upgrades and security on March 17, which is expected to bring in around $40 million annually based on student enrollment. Local leaders debate the tax's impact on small businesses & call for clear accountability measures. WIFR
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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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