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Monday, September 23rd, 2024
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Good morning, Rockford. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Our Savior's Lutheran Church hosted a benefit concert for Rock House Kids, aiding more than 250 inner-city children in Rockford with food and mentorship. WIFR
- ➤ Danny's Toy Show, a music and toy raffle event at Neighbors Bar in Loves Park, raises funds to buy toys for children staying at UW Health Swedish American Hospital. WIFR
- ➤ Rockford lists the historic Illinois National Guard Armory for sale, aiming for redevelopment. Rock River Current
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Rockford Register Star partners with La Onda nonprofit to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, highlighting the contributions of Latino leaders like activist and attorney Linda Zuba. Rockford Register Star
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A single gas station in Winnebago County sold the cheapest midgrade gas at $3.49 per gallon as of Sept. 14, amidst fluctuating national prices and economic factors like COVID-19 and global conflicts. Rockford Sun
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Winnebago District 323 administrators' average salary increased to $95,502 in 2023 but remains below the state average. Rockford Sun
SHOP NEWS
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