Good morning, Rockford.

Veterans at Peterson Meadows now enjoy a revamped patio with a gazebo and bocce ball court to unite residents.

Community leaders designed the space to honor every military branch and it opened Monday — offering a place to gather and reflect.

Rockford Public Library named filmmaker Neil Bloom as its artist in residence and he has been teaching film classes at the Nordlof Center since May 1.

The program supports his work on building a community for local filmmakers — a project that reflects the city’s creative spirit.

Rising gas prices are pushing Rockford-area families to rethink long drives and opt for local getaways this Memorial Day weekend, with attractions like Discovery Center set to host family programs and offer fuel saving tips via the AAA mobile app.

Rockford approved $103M in bonds Monday night to fund Hard Rock Casino’s planned hotel and 15,000 sqft convention center on South Lyford Road.

The agreement may guarantee the city a permanent $7 million gaming tax as Hard Rock repays the bonds over the next 7 to 10 years.

IDPH confirmed Monday that hantavirus tests for a Winnebago County resident suspected after cleaning a home with rodent droppings returned negative and no further public health action is needed.

Residents are reminded to keep their homes rodent-free for safety.

Lola is a well-mannered year-old American pit bull terrier mix waiting for adoption at Winnebago County Animal Services at 4517 N.

Main St. in Rockford - she enjoys the outdoors and meeting new friends.

City Council approved an incentive package to help Dallas-based Hillwood prepare farmland near U.S. Route 20 and Love's Travel Stop for a 250,000-335,000 sqft industrial building one mile from the airport; the package includes a $2,428,000 site readiness grant plus $2.5 million in TIF funds for road and utility upgrades.

Love Song Live in Vietnamese

6-9 p.m. — Hard Rock Casino Rockford — 21+ only — Experience captivating live music in a vibrant setting.

Nike Flag Football Camp in Rockford, IL

June 3-5 — Clarence Hicks Sports Complex — Pricing available upon inquiry — Enhance your flag football skills with experienced coaches and fun competitions.

Mushroom Identification Hike

10 AM - 12 PM — Funderburg Forest Preserve — $7 per person — Explore the wonders of fungi hidden in the forest during this nature adventure suitable for all ages.

Once on This Island

7:30-9:30 p.m. — RVC Starlight Theatre — Cost Info TBA — Experience a vibrant musical journey of love and destiny on the island of Haiti.