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Rockford
Monday, March 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Rockford. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rockford twin brothers Richard + Bob Lundquist celebrated their 90th birthday on Sunday, March 22 at noon at Lino’s on East State St as family, friends and community members honored their nearly century-long journey. WIFR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Rockford Art Museum will host 'Melodies at the Museum' on Sunday night starting at 4 p.m. A select group from the Rockford Symphony Orchestra will perform live and speak with guests about the art on display (tickets cost $45 and sales begin at 3:30 p.m.) WIFR
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Today, Boone County employers are invited to complete an online survey that asks about workforce challenges and training needs. The survey, launched by the Boone County Success Network and Growth Dimensions Economic Development, will guide future education partnerships and business support. Rockford Register Star
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students from Keith Country Day School won first place at the IHSA State Scholastic Bowl Tournament on March 21 in Normal. The six-member varsity team (three seniors, two juniors, one sophomore) secured the state champion title by besting their academic competitors. WIFR
- ➤ Nearly 90 students from area high schools competed on March 20 in the 6th annual T & E Skills Competition at Rock Valley College’s Advanced Technology Center in Belvidere. The event featured automotive, engineering, cabinetry and welding challenges judged by nearly 40 local business partners. WIFR
- ➤ Stephenson and Winnebago County 4-H youth earned top awards at the Horse Bowl and Hippology Contest on March 14 at Sauk Valley Community College, and several participants will advance to state in mid-April after weeks of dedicated practice with coach Kelly Nestler. Rockford Register Star
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Rockford IceHogs honored veterans and active-duty service members Sunday night during Military Appreciation Night at the BMO Center. Several World War II veterans were celebrated during the game as part of the tribute. WIFR
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
If you do what is easy, your life will be hard. If you do what is hard, your life will be easy.
~ Les Brown
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