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Monday, December 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Rockford. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 22nd of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers with Toys for Tots distributed gifts to nearly 5000 children in Boone and Winnebago counties this holiday season. Marines, volunteers, and local supporters worked together to ensure families received extra help for Christmas. WIFR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Rockford Area Arts Council has opened nominations for its 2026 celebration of local arts, inviting the community to nominate creative groups; nominations close at 5 p.m. Jan. 9 and the ceremony will be 6 p.m. Friday, March 6 at Maddox Theatre (5050 E. State St.). WIFR
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Rockford led Zillow's 2025 housing market list, moving up from second place last year + buyers are drawn to affordable homes under $350,000, expanded job hubs and community spaces. Rockford Register Star
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Sleigh Bar: A Holiday Pop-Up Experience
4-11 p.m. — Rockford City Market — Cost info not provided — Sip on festive cocktails and soak in the Christmas decor for a fun holiday season celebration.
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