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Friday, August 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Rockford. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The annual Labor Day Parade in downtown Rockford will cause street closures beginning at 8 a.m. Monday as the event starts at 10 a.m. from 7th Street and 6th Avenue—its route goes north on 7th, west on State, and south on Wyman near Davis Park, so drivers should take alternate routes and avoid parked vehicles one hour before the event to prevent towing. WIFR
- ➤ A new community center has opened at 2501 Charles Street to give Rockford teens a safe place to learn, connect and get support after school—Stateline Youth for Christ runs the center near Rockford East High School and Lincoln Middle School and plans to add a gymnasium in its Phase Two development. WIFR
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Stephen Hedlund leads Rock Valley Stainless Tanks in Rockford where 14 workers use a 4 kilowatt laser and press brake to form gas tanks for classic cars—producing between 1,300 and 15,000 units a year—and he plans to expand operations to build hot rods in-house. WTVO
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A woman was stabbed at Alpine Inn on East State Street yesterday around 12:20 p.m.—she was taken to a local hospital for treatment. WTVO
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Hard Rock Casino Rockford unveiled three custom slot machines themed for the Rockford Peaches that honor the historic All-American Girls Professional Baseball League team which won four championships. The machines are available exclusively at the casino—part of ongoing efforts to celebrate local sports history and mark the resurgence of women's baseball. WTVO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Illinois Tollway expects heavy travel today with over 1.9 million vehicles and plans for more than 1.7 million on Tuesday. Construction is ongoing along the tollway — drivers are urged to slow down, obey speed limits, and follow detours while work zones remain active. WIFR
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Josh Martin, a Rockford swim coach at the SwedishAmerican Riverfront YMCA, is one of five finalists for the American Swim Coaches Association Impact Coach of the Year award—he was nominated by friends and community and will attend the ASCA World Clinic in Nevada in September where the winner will be announced. WTVO
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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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Glow in the Garden
6-9 p.m. — Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens — Cost varies — Celebrate the end of summer with family activities, lanterns, and fun runs.
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