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Rockford
Friday, March 27th, 2026
Good morning, Rockford. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rockford Area Pride Committee has named Norm Knott + Shelton Kay + Lien Vu as honorary grand marshals for the Pride Parade on Saturday, June 6 with a reception at The LIAM Foundation at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 9. They were chosen for contributions in art, health and inclusion. Rock River Current
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ For decades, Mrs. Fisher's chips have used 2.6 million pounds of local potatoes a year to keep their classic taste, and vice president Chris Spiess leads the Under Rocks tour on the podcast to show how the chips are made — a nod to Rockford’s cherished tradition. Northern Public Radio
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Emily Jane Powers visited WNIJ on March 26 to play songs from her 16th album Earnest Jamming Partners and share details of its collaborative sound — the session highlighted the evolving style of her band. Northern Public Radio
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Trucking companies in Rockford face rising fuel costs as diesel nears $5 a gallon; global tensions have cut supply routes and squeezed cash flows for fleets like Sutliff Trucking, which spends over $1m a year on fuel + raises freight charges to offset expenses. WIFR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Crews will repair a water main on Rural Street and close the eastbound lane from Calvin Park Boulevard to Fairview Boulevard starting at 7 a.m. Monday — detouring drivers south via E State Street — while residential access remains open. WIFR
- ➤ Rockford Park District announced a $7.5 million upgrade at Clarence Hicks Sports Complex after community input + neighborhood park improvements across Rockford are planned to boost local sports and recreation programs + benefiting more families through 2025. WIFR
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Health officials in Winnebago County reported that ticks tested positive for the rare Powassan virus for the first time today; residents are urged to protect themselves by using EPA-approved repellents, wearing long clothing, and checking for ticks after outdoor activities. Rockford Register Star
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Church leaders purchased 19 acres on Garrett Lane from Rockford Senior Campus for $2.4 million on March 6 to build a new church next year. The site, north of Home Depot, was once slated for a senior living campus & apartment development. Rock River Current
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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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Los Huracanes Del Norte Live Concert
7-10 p.m. — Hard Rock Casino Rockford — Ticket prices vary — Experience the lively sounds of Los Huracanes Del Norte in a vibrant setting.
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~ Les Brown
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