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Saturday, March 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Rockford. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Discovery Center Museum hosts Ag All Around Us from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.—experts from the Winnebago and Boone County Farm Bureaus lead hands-on activities including petting farm animals, exploring the AgZibit exhibit with real farm equipment, making corn husk dolls and learning to milk cows and gather eggs to show how agriculture shapes the community. WIFR
- ➤ Cadet Captain Ruthie Wriedt from the Rockford Composite Squadron earned her CAP pilot wings at a ceremony in late 2024 and became certified to fly missions such as disaster relief and search and rescue. She joined the Civil Air Patrol at 16, earned her civilian pilot license at 17, studies aviation maintenance at Rock Valley College, and plans to fly as a bush pilot after graduation (she is the first cadet to earn CAP flight wings under Lt. Colonel Charles Springer). WIFR
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 37-year-old man was shot multiple times in the 200 block of Sawyer Road just before 6 a.m. on March 21 and was taken to a local hospital for non-life-threatening injuries — police are investigating the incident. WIFR
- ➤ The Winnebago County bomb squad responded at 6:34 p.m. to the Roscoe Police Department at 10595 Main Street when a man walked in with a hand grenade he had found while cleaning a vacant property—police later deconstructed the device and closed Main Street while advising neighbors to stay inside. WTVO
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, visitors can explore 'The Secret Life of Butterflies' exhibit at Nicholas Conservatory at 1354 N. 2nd Street, where staff perform daily pupa care and guests see caterpillars, emerging butterflies, and moths — advanced ticket purchase is recommended as space often sells out. WIFR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Illinois Gov. Pritzker stopped in Rockford Friday morning to highlight the mass transit district’s facility expansion. He held a news event at 11 a.m.—streamed on digital platforms as part of his statewide tour focused on infrastructure investments. WIFR
- ➤ The Prairie Hill Road bridge over the Rock River will be closed from March 31 to April 4 for borings in preparation for a future bridge replacement, and drivers should use the detour route provided—weather conditions may cause delays. Winnebago County
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ J. Jeffers & Co. fired its Chicago-based general contractor at the former Barber-Colman industrial site on South Main and Loomis after work had stalled since late December. The developer said a local firm will take over soon and plans to resume the $170 million mixed-use redevelopment with new homes and businesses by late April. Rock River Current
SHOP NEWS
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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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