Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of August.
Good morning, Rockford.
🏘️ Community
Family and friends gathered Friday at Harkins Aquatic Center to remember 19-year-old Chloe Verni-Lau after her fatal crash on Aug.
14 — sharing memories of her caring spirit. Visitation is scheduled for Sunday, Aug. 23 at Fitzgerald Funeral Home on S. Mulford Road.
📰 Economy
Hotel owners propose a new Rockford Region Tourism Improvement District that would add a 2% fee to hotel stays to raise about $1.38 million for tourism marketing, events and business development.
A public hearing on the plan will be held at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 21 at City Hall.
🎓 Education
U.S. News and World Report reviewed over 27,000 public high schools, including 30 local schools in Illinois.
Hononegah Community High School in Rockton earned the highest local rank at 56 - Galena and Harlem High Schools followed.
🏛️ Government
Motorists face lane closures on East State at Ninth as crews repair a stormwater inlet, with work expected to finish by the end of Aug.
24 — drivers are advised to use alternate routes.
🏥 Health
UW Health advises students and parents to start the new school year with a fresh mindset.
Psychiatric nurse practitioner Chrissy Miller recommends planning routines, setting small goals, and practicing self-care + these tips aim to boost motivation and ease the back-to-school transition.
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