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Monday, September 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Rockford. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rockford’s Hero Climb was held on Sunday, Sept. 7 at Swanson Stadium as Kirkland firefighter Dylan Johnson and about 150 participants climbed 110 flights of stairs to honor first responders who died on 9/11 — raising funds for The Greg Lindmark Foundation and engaging local fitness enthusiasts and youth in remembrance. Rock River Current
- ➤ The 4th Annual Hero Climb took place Sunday at Guilford High School to honor 9/11 victims—over 100 first responders in full gear climbed stairs designed to mimic the towers to raise mental health awareness for those who served. WTVO
- ➤ On Sunday, nearly 70 cars gathered at Rock Valley College for a car show that brought local veteran organizations and OCD Car Club together to raise funds for services helping veterans. Ryan Russell from the Rock Valley Veterans Club said 120 students have benefited from the program that keeps veterans engaged after service. WIFR
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Rockford Police are investigating a shooting on Charles Street that killed a 21 year old man near a CITGO gas station—officials ask the public to avoid the area during their investigation. WIFR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Rockford’s 77th Greenwich Village Art Fair will take place on Sept. 13—14 at the Rockford Art Museum, where over 80 juried artists will showcase art, live music, food trucks and cocktails—tickets support museum programs. Rockford Register Star
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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, Rockford Public Works begins repairing a storm water inlet on the 3000 block of 11th St south of Brooke Rd — the northbound curb lane is closed and barricades will restrict traffic until the end of Wednesday, so drivers should choose alternate routes. WIFR
- ➤ Machesney Park has launched a $400K grant to help low-income homeowners make repairs such as roof replacements, window upgrades and HVAC installations—pre-applications are accepted until 4 p.m. Sept. 24 and a lottery at 1:30 p.m. Sept. 25 at Village Hall, 300 Roosevelt Road—while some properties like mobile homes, condos and those in floodplains face extra restrictions. Rockford Register Star
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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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Rockford Symphony Orchestra Opening Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Coronado Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant rhythms of Rimsky-Korsakov and Tchaikovsky performed by the RSO and guest guitarist Daniel Bolshoy.
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