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Sunday, May 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Rockford. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 25th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rockford held its first Mimosa Festival under the summer City Market pavilion as event coordinator David Murphy partnered with Wired Cafe to bring in food trucks and vendors—organizers noted a line stretching a couple hundred feet past The Music Box—as adults enjoyed a relaxed day in the city. WIFR
- ➤ Midway Village Museum in Rockford hosted a community event that recreated a Rockford Peaches game with fan seating, concessions, and a merch stand while also showcasing a Peaches exhibit. Attendees learned about the women's pro baseball team—who played 12 seasons and won four league titles—during the celebration. WIFR
- ➤ In Durand, community members and local leaders unveiled a Gold Star Memorial Block honoring seven local heroes on Saturday’s Memorial Day weekend (Durand American Legion Gold Star Post 676 helped organize the project). The memorial is installed on the 200 Block of South Street (located at the Dayton and South Street area), preserving the legacy of those who served our country. WIFR
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Rockford Police arrested 23-year-old Kalen Dismuke for aggravated battery by discharge of a firearm after he allegedly shot a 21-year-old man at the Fas Fuel gas station at 3302 11th Street on December 15 — the suspect reportedly tried to steal the victim’s Chrysler 300 and fled in a black sedan. WTVO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Illinois State Police and IDOT are launching the Click It or Ticket campaign to reduce seatbelt law violations and impaired driving as summer approaches—officials urge drivers and passengers aged eight and older to buckle up to prevent fatal crashes. WIFR
- ➤ Winnebago County collected about $11.4 million in Countywide Sales Tax in 2024—up from around $10.9 million in 2023—and the revenue is allocated for county government services. Rockford Sun
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Timber Pointe Party Band Performance
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Timber Pointe Golf Club — Check event page for ticket info — High energy party band covering a wide variety of music from the 70’s to today’s hits.
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Portillo's Golden Apple Give Back Day
Golden Apple Foundation will receive 20% of the receipts for purchases from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday, June 18, at 6090 E. State St., Rockford. Join us for some great food and drinks! Order online or in-app for pickup using code PORTILLOS36 before checkout in the “Coupon Code” field or let the cashier know when ordering at the restaurant. Valid on drive-thru, pickup, kiosk and in-restaurant orders!
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