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Wednesday, March 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Rockford. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Businesses in Rockford’s River District can apply for a Downtown Business Signage Program that provides professionally designed blade signs and A-frame sidewalk signs at a reduced cost—companies pay 30% while the River District Association covers 70%. The program requires eligible firms to apply online before 5 p.m. April 8, with selections announced by April 16 and signs installed by Memorial Day weekend. WIFR
- ➤ Rockford firefighters are expanding their business with a new 5 Alarm Coin Laundry at 290 N. Mulford Road that will open April 1—this renovated site now has 39 Speed Queen washers and dryers with several service options to make laundry day easier. The new location is the group's third in less than five years and follows their earlier openings on West Riverside and S. Alpine Road. Rock River Current
- ➤ The Better Business Bureau says home improvement scams rank fifth among risks for consumers and warns Rockford residents to be cautious as door-to-door and online scammers target projects during spring — following a recent weekend of windy storms. It advises homeowners to get multiple estimates and a written contract to help avoid financial pitfalls. WIFR
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 24-year-old man from Rockford was taken into custody after he allegedly shot at a clerk behind bulletproof glass on March 16th—detectives later executed a search warrant at his home on March 17th that recovered two firearms, including one reported stolen from Alabama, and his first court appearance is set for Tuesday afternoon. WIFR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Rockford Area Pride Committee has named honorary grand marshals for the 2025 pride parade: drag performer Auntie Heroine will represent celebrate, Curt McKay will represent remember, and poet Jenna Goldsmith will represent unite. The parade will take place on June 7—community pride is honored with leaders rooted in local history. WIFR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, the intersection of N. Mulford Road and Executive Parkway was under construction — from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. — as City Public Works replaced a signal mast arm, which closed the northbound right lane of Mulford and stopped westbound traffic on Executive Parkway. Drivers were advised to detour north on Strathmoor Drive or south on Mulford Village Drive. WIFR
- ➤ Rockford City Council approved Monday the purchase of 46 new police vehicles from Rock River Ford for about $2 million as part of a five-year replacement cycle that will see older vehicles shifted to reserve status or sold. The city also authorized nearly $940k in police radios from Motorola Solutions Inc with an Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant covering $102,404 and the balance charged to the police department budget. Rockford Register Star
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A flag-raising ceremony was held Tuesday at UW Health SwedishAmerican Hospital in Rockford to honor the lives of Ashley Russell and her infant daughter Tilly, whose organs were donated in late 2024. Family, friends and staff gathered—wearing purple to mark Ashley’s favorite color—to remember them on what would have been her 32nd birthday. WIFR
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Enchanted Fae Ball
7 PM - 12 AM | The Standard | Ticketed event | Experience a magical night of dance, performances, and craft cocktails under shimmering lights.
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An Evening with Jessica Willis Fisher
Experience an intimate live performance by Jessica Willis Fisher at The Music Box in Rockford.
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Teacher Appreciation Night
The Rockford IceHogs and the Golden Apple Foundation are partnering for Teacher Appreciation Night at the IceHogs game on Friday, March 28, for the IceHogs 7 p.m. game against the Manitoba Moose! At the game on March 28, there will be additional ways you can support Golden Apple. All proceeds that night from the IceHogs 50/50 raffle and Spin-to-Win game will be donated to Golden Apple to aid in its mission to celebrate and support educational excellence in our community. March 28 is also a $2 beer and soft drink night at the IceHogs!
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Midwest Holistic Health Fair - Rockford, IL
The Midwest's premier Holistic Health Fair offers attendees a chance to connect with vendors, sample products, and learn about holistic health and wellness practices.
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Nick Dittmeier & the Sawdusters Live Performance
7-10:30 p.m. — The Music Box — Free entry — Experience the progressive roots rock sound of one of the Midwest's most hard-touring bands.
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Air Supply Live Concert
7 PM – 1 AM — Hard Rock Casino Rockford — Tickets available — Experience the legendary sounds of Air Supply at this unforgettable live performance.
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Easter Egg-Streme Egg Hunt
7-9 p.m. — The YMCA of Rock River Valley - Northeast Family YMCA — Free entry — Celebrate Easter with egg hunts, crafts, and a photo with the Easter bunny.
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Egg Hunt at Camp Winnebago
1-4 p.m. — Camp Winnebago Branch YMCA — Free entry — Enjoy a fun-filled Easter Egg Hunt with games, crafts, and thousands of eggs filled with sweets and prizes.
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