Good morning, Rockford.

Topher, a 5-year-old terrier/pit bull mix with a goofy smile and gentle nature, is available for adoption at Winnebago County Animal Services (4517 N.

Main St.) in Rockford. He enjoys calm days on the couch and occasional walks while getting along well with people and other animals.

VetsRoll Day 3 at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial honors veterans in a reflective ceremony taking place today (one veteran lowered his boonie hat for symbolic closure).

Community members join in paying tribute to those who served.

The city hosted its annual Memorial Day parade and program yesterday in downtown, drawing community members together to honor veterans and commemorate local history.

Floats passed by and ceremonies marked the day.

Barrel Stay Suites has expanded Hidden Creek Estates’ 77-acre retreat with five climate-controlled wine barrel homes + each features a king bed, full bathroom and patio.

Guests can book a stay at 13276 White School Rd in Roscoe today.

Rock Valley College allocated $127,470 to its men's basketball team for 2024, which is $850,433 below the state average of $977,903 according to the U.S. Department of Education.

Rock River Health Care in Rockford received a 2-star rating from CMS for Q1 2026—below Illinois’s average—serving about 77 residents daily with 130 beds; the for-profit facility faced fines totaling $72,260 from 3 violations and 4 enforcement penalties.

Rock River Valley Blood Center is hosting its Save Lives, See Live Music Blood Drive today through Friday, May 30 at sites in Rockford, Belvidere, and Freeport, where donors are entered for a chance to win concert tickets.

Walk-ins are welcome, but first-time donors must bring an ID.

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.

The Voice of Hind Rajab Movie Screening

3-5 p.m. — RPL Nordlof Center — $5 entry — Watch the Oscar-nominated film that explores humanity and mental health themes.

Guest Bartender Night

RPS205 administration, staff and Teacher Academy members will be behind the bar from 4-7 p.m. June 25 at Ernie’s Midtown Pub, 1025 Fifth Ave., Rockford. Fill the tip jar, get some great food and drinks and chat with your friends! A percentage will come back to Golden Apple to support local teachers. Your server may even turn out to be Dr. Jarrett! It’s a FUNdraiser — join us!