Good morning, Rockford.

Stacy Moore, a burn survivor, and her nonprofit Through the Flames partnered with Camp I Am Me to host a volleyball tournament Saturday that raised funds for burn survivors.

The event offered a welcoming space (reflecting the camp's nonjudgmental atmosphere) where participants felt supported and empowered.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony marked the grand opening of Think Big Minority Business Accelerator’s new location at 1311 N.

Main Street on June 28 — the site at the Provenzano Center offers a community work space, podcast studio and workshops to support minority entrepreneurs. Attendees toured the facility and visited a pop-up market featuring Think Big School of Business graduates.

Rockford police arrested David Taylor (48) on June 15 at 8:30 p.m. on the 3300 block of Chadwick Drive after a domestic dispute in which the victim said he strangled her and slashed her tires; he is charged with domestic battery, aggravated domestic battery, and criminal damage to property.

Rockford Police arrested 31-year-old Zachary Manning after he allegedly hit a woman with a beer can, punched her, and strangled her during a domestic dispute on the 1200 block of North Main Street on June 26 — the injured victim was taken to Swedish American Hospital.

Lifescape 4th of July Classic Run/Walk

7:00–11:00 a.m. — Riverview Ice House — Registration required — Celebrate Independence Day with a classic run/walk through downtown Rockford.

Screw City Duathlon and Multi-Sports Event

8 AM — Peak Sports Club — Register by July 8, 2024 — Participate in a thrilling duathlon, team duathlon, or 2-mile run/walk in a community-focused event.

Japanese Summer Festival

Experience Japanese culture — July 26-27 — Anderson Japanese Gardens — Admission details not specified — Enjoy live performances, martial arts, crafts, and delicious cuisine in a serene garden setting.