Daily
Rockford
Sunday, August 17th, 2025
Good morning, Rockford. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A public art installation honoring women's leadership celebrated its fifth anniversary on Saturday in Rockford—organizers hope the sculpture and its activity book teach young people about the struggles to win voting rights. Monday marks 105 years since the 19th Amendment changed voting rights for women. WIFR
- ➤ Hundreds gathered at the Winnebago County Fairgrounds despite high temperatures, and a well-attended rodeo drew crowds on Friday. Gates opened at noon today — the demolition derby is set for 2 p.m. before the fair ends at 6 p.m. WIFR
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Jeremiah Development held a health fair for Rockford’s Coronado Haskell neighborhood on Saturday that provided blood pressure checks, elder care services, free haircuts, clothing, meals, and utility wagons given to the first 65 families—resources aimed at building vital community support. Executive Director Dee Valentino, who recently earned HUD certification, said the organization will offer future classes on homebuying, foreclosure, and finance management—plans that promise to expand help for local residents. WIFR
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Dinner on the Dock with Random AF
5-10 p.m. — Prairie Street Brewing Co. — Varied food and drink costs — Enjoy high-energy covers from the vibrant band Random AF while dining on the riverfront.
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Ginuwine Concert
7-10 PM — Hard Rock Live - Rockford — Tickets from $316 — Experience a night of R&B hits with Ginuwine live in concert.
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Dockside Live featuring Honey Cellar
6-9 p.m. — Prairie Street Brewing Co. — Free entry — Unwind with live folk rock sounds and scenic riverfront views.
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Dinner on the Dock featuring Flannel Daze
5-10 p.m. — Prairie Street Brewing Co. — Food and drinks available — Enjoy live 90s rock and grunge hits while dining riverside in a lively atmosphere.
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Cruise Night 2025
5-8 p.m. — Historic Attractions — Free entry — Experience cool cars and groovy music along with delicious food at this fun-filled community event.
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Greenwich Village Art Fair
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Rockford Art Museum — Free entry — Explore local art, enjoy live music, and engage in children's activities at this vibrant outdoor fair.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Life isn't about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself.
~ George Bernard Shaw
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