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Thursday, March 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Rockford. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Better Business Bureau warned Rockford fans to be cautious of ticket scams targeting buyers of Lollapalooza and the upcoming baseball season. Fans are urged to purchase tickets only from official box offices and secure websites—checking BBB.org ratings to protect their money and identity. WIFR
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Rockford police arrested three suspects in connection with the murder of Chase Huggins, 27, who was shot at an after-hours event in a parking lot on E. State Street in August 2024 — a fourth suspect, a 15-year-old teen, remains at large. WTVO
- ➤ Four people are charged with murder after 27-year-old Chase Higgins was fatally shot in a parking lot on the 6600 block of E. State St on August 24th — Enrique Dozal, 21, Aarionte Mahone, 27, Jason Bryant, 29, and a 15-year-old — with Dozal and Mahone arrested on March 26th and March 25th and Bryant already in custody while the minor remains at large. WIFR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Musician Kristin Lems from Rockford shared her family's ties to Jane Addams, who attended Rockford Female Seminary and helped found Hull House to support those in need. Lems, an educator and singer, is writing a musical about Addams that honors her grandmother's long volunteer work (including a rescue that shaped her family's legacy) during Women’s History Month. Northern Public Radio
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ After Superintendent Doctor Ehren Jarret announced his upcoming resignation, Rockford Public Schools will soon start the search for a new leader—Transform Rockford urged the district to stick to its planned goals for steady progress and continued equitable access to education. WIFR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rockford police are using new technology like gunshot detection, over a hundred license plate readers and FlockOS to track calls and monitor cameras. Starting April 1, officers will use GPS tracking (StarChase) to help stop fast chases and improve homicide solve rates from 89% to 94%. WIFR
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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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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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34th Annual RAMI Awards
7-10:30 p.m. — Hard Rock Casino Rockford — Ticket info not specified — Celebrate the achievements of the Rockford music community during this annual awards night.
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