Daily
Rockford
Saturday, August 17th, 2024
Good morning, Rockford. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rep. John Cabello educated over 100 residents on appealing property tax assessments in Winnebago and Stephenson counties. Rockford Sun
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Bernard Simmons III was sentenced to 11 years in prison for shooting a man in the face at a Rockford liquor store in April 2022 after an argument. WIFR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Rockford Public Library is hosting the 'Enduring Connections' exhibit, showcasing the intertwined history and heritage of Veterans Memorial Hall and the library itself, curated by Leanne Wright. WIFR
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A $100,000 Powerball ticket bought in Loves Park, Illinois, last September remains unclaimed, expiring soon. WIFR
- ➤ Thousands of Jehovah’s Witnesses gather in downtown Rockford for a three-day convention, boosting local economy with an estimated $1.6 million impact over two weekends. Rock River Current
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ 57 first-year medical students at the University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford marked the start of their medical education with a White Coat ceremony. WIFR
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rockford forecasts a mostly sunny weekend with occasional scattered showers on Saturday and delightful weather on Sunday. WIFR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ In Rockford, efforts by Alderman Bill Rose and Rockford for Palestine to pass a city council resolution calling for a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war were unsuccessful. Northern Public Radio
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Rockford Park District is enhancing Clarence Hicks Memorial Sports Park with a $7.5 million project that includes a new stadium, artificial turf, and track facilities, funded partly by a $2.8 million state grant. Rock River Current
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Children's Church for Grades 1-5
Children in 1st to 5th grades can engage in activities in the Children's Wing during the 9:15 AM service.
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Tango Dance Classes with Jacques in Rockford
Learn the art of tango dance in a welcoming environment at Brichi Coiffure, hosted by the Madison Tango Society.
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Precision Motorcycle Riding Training at Historic Auto Attractions
Enhance your motorcycle riding skills with expert instructors in a unique historic setting at Lock & Lean's precision training event.
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76th Greenwich Village Art Fair
Experience a vibrant outdoor art fair featuring original artwork by juried artists, live music, food trucks, and family-friendly activities all supporting the Rockford Art Museum.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
To find yourself, think for yourself.
~ Socrates
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