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Friday, September 20th, 2024
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Good morning, Rockford. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Brisa Berumen-Dixon, a Mexican-American in Rockford, launched Seabreeze, a non-emergency medical transportation service, assisting hundreds daily to reach healthcare appointments, inspired by her family's legacy of community service. WTVO
- ➤ The Discover Center Museum in Rockford will temporarily close its second floor from Oct. 1 to Dec. 26 for renovations, adding a Calm Space and a science lab, while offering reduced admission and free planetarium shows. WIFR
- ➤ Mary's Market, a popular Rockford coffee shop, reopens its Roscoe location after a two-year closure with renovations and new menu items. WTVO
- ➤ Pooch-A-Palooza, an adoption event with free adoption fees and pet-friendly activities, will take place in Rockford to help dogs and cats find homes. WIFR
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Machesney Park man, Demond Curry, faces murder and firearm charges for the fatal shooting of a woman in Rockford. WIFR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Daniel McMahon, prominent in the Rockford music scene and known for scoring an Academy Award-winning film, has passed away at 41 after battling cancer. Rock River Current
- ➤ The Rockford Area Convention & Visitors Bureau and the North End Square Neighborhood unveil a new sculpture, emphasizing the role of public art in community vibrancy. Go Rockford
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Rockford's new Hard Rock Casino boosts local businesses, drawing large crowds and benefiting nearby establishments. WIFR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The 17th Judicial Circuit in Rockford, Illinois, unveils new Pretrial Data Dashboards on the first anniversary of the no cash bail law, enhancing public access to court operational data. WIFR
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