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Thursday, July 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Rockford. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rockford drivers are frustrated with the new Loves Park roundabout near the Indoor Sports Center because many do not yield as intended—causing traffic flow issues that may reduce its safety benefits. WTVO
- ➤ Rockford food blogger Rachel Larson, known for Rockford Cravings, has been named executive director of the Rock River Development Partnership to manage the City Market, the Saturday North End Market, and The Market Venue at 116 N. Madison Street, replacing interim director Cathy McDermott who will return as finance manager + Larson brings local experience from working with places like the BMO Center and Coronado Performing Arts Center. She will build on a 15-year legacy of community market events that support local businesses. WTVO
- ➤ Rockford City Market named Rachel Larson as its new executive director on July 21; she brings strong marketing and events experience to lead the market’s future and continue a 15-year legacy — a move that reflects her deep roots in Rockford. WIFR
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The pilot, Alexander Leamon, 23 from Lena, died when his Cessna T188c crashed shortly after 9:30 a.m. July 22 in Mt. Morris — closing Illinois Route 64 and damaging power lines — as the FAA and NTSB begin investigating the incident. WIFR
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Rockford Police arrested 47-year-old Stephen Booth on July 22 around 5 p.m.—after he attacked a woman and her dog with his belt on the 1600 block of Benton Street, leaving the victim with visible injuries and requiring hospital treatment while Booth was later found on the 1100 block of East State Street. WTVO
- ➤ A 29-year-old Rockford man was indicted on July 22 on 15 charges including counts of first degree murder for the shooting of a man found dead in a Freeport bedroom on August 17, 2024 — he is already in custody at Stephenson County Jail and faces a four-year prison term for an unrelated weapon charge. WIFR
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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.
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Greater Rockford Classic
Fri-Sun, Aug 1-3 — Aldeen Golf Club — Registration Fee Required — Compete in a nearly century-old tournament with 54 holes of stroke play open to players aged 14 and older.
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Maxwell Concert
7-10 p.m. — Hard Rock Live - Rockford — Tickets from $86 — Experience a night of soulful melodies with Maxwell at Hard Rock Casino.
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Dockside Live featuring Tristan Sheedloe
6-9 p.m. — Prairie Street Brewing Co. — Free entry — Enjoy original tunes and 90s grunge covers while relaxing by the riverfront.
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Lola Blu & the Boys Concert
7 PM – 1 AM — Winnebago County Fairgrounds — Tickets available — Experience the captivating blend of country and southern rock with rising star Lola Blu.
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RAMP River Run Half Marathon
11 AM — Downtown Rockford — Registration fee required — A spirited half marathon encouraging competition and community fun to cap off the summer.
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