Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 7th of September.
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🏘️ Community
Families can enjoy Fall on the Farm at Lockwood Park (5201 Safford Rd) this weekend and upcoming weeks, with free and paid activities including photo ops, straw slides, pony rides, and a corn maze available Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Nov.
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Top Cut Comics in Loves Park hosted its first community market on Sunday, drawing about 10 local vendors who showcased handmade art and goods (including creations from local artists and authors).
The store plans to bring the event back annually to support the local creative scene.
This week ending Sept.
12, communities in Rockford Metro remember military service members who lost their lives in conflicts including the Vietnam and Korean wars. The observances honor their sacrifice and help residents connect with local history.
🎓 Education
The teacher attendance rate in Rockton School District 140 rose to 75.6% during the 2024-25 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.
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