Good morning, Rockford.

Former Scandroli Construction president Joseph Scandroli Sr. died July 10 after a long career building key local projects.

His work included the Rockford Public Library and the maintenance facility at Chicago Rockford International Airport.

Rockford Rescue Mission is low on laundry detergent and asks local residents to donate any brand or size.

Donations are accepted Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 715 W. State Street and can be made online.

Winnebago County's two universities provided athletic financial aid totaling $322,624 in 2024, all awarded to Rock Valley College, marking a 9.4% increase from the previous year.

The Oregon School District remains under a DOJ investigation as officials compile 20GB of data at a significant cost.

The district sent a message to families to stay informed and cooperate while details of the inquiry are awaited.

Local pest control expert Brian Spicer said irregular spring weather pushed back bug season, making it milder even as earwigs and carpenter ants increased.

He advised homeowners to seal gaps and check for yellowjackets before they pose a bigger problem.

The Rockford Housing Authority celebrated 75 years of service yesterday at 11:30 a.m. in a virtual event that reviewed its past affordable housing projects and outlined future community plans.

Yale Bridge Road from Boswell to S.

Bluff Road in Rockton Township will get seal coating starting Thursday, July 16 and finishing by Wednesday, July 22, weather permitting. Drivers should plan alternate routes & exercise caution due to intermittent closures.

Machesney Park will begin construction in 2027 on a new 40-unit senior apartment complex for people 62 and older on 7633 Perryville Road after receiving tax credits from the Illinois Housing Development Authority, with first residents moving in in 2028.

Illinois athletes returned from the Special Olympics USA Games in Minneapolis & earned 54 medals, including 19 gold, 17 silver & 18 bronze.

Rockford athlete Debbie Stewart captured a bronze in women's doubles bowling.

Girls of Summer: AAGPBL and A League of Their Own Cast Q&A

12-2 p.m. — Midway Village Museum — Free admission — Hear personal stories from legendary AAGPBL players and cast members from A League of Their Own during this engaging Q&A session.

A Rockford Evening with Hollywood: Players from A League of Their Own

5-8:30 p.m. — Rockford Woman's Club — Paid entry — Celebrate baseball history and Hollywood with AAGPBL players and cast members in a fun-filled evening.

All White Affair Rockford

4-9 p.m. — Burpee Museum of Natural History — Enjoy an evening with live R&B from ANN MARIE at this elegant summer affair.