Many Northern Illinois students head back to school in August; here’s when classes begin
School districts across northern Illinois are scheduled to welcome students back for the 2026-27 academic year starting in early August.
Caldwell Welcomes Three Hires at Stateline Manufacturing Alliance Signing Day
The Caldwell Group Inc. welcomed three new employees at its first Stateline Manufacturing Alliance (SMA) Signing Day, held in the Conference Center at Blackhawk Technical College’s Beloit-Janesville campus. Caldwell is a member of SMA, a group of manufacturing employers that are focused on creating greater exposure, en
Rockton-Roscoe News: Tuesday July 21, 2026.
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South Beloit native and local-business owner Laurie Redieske announces candidacy for South Beloit Mayor...
Lifelong resident and local business owner Laurie Redieske has officially announced her candidacy for Mayor of South Beloit in the upcoming Spring 2027 municipal elections. Redieske, who owns and operates Lolligags, a full-service salon she opened in 2000 alongside her husband Josh, says her deep roots in the community
Edwards Apple Orchard announces 2026 opening date
The hottest days of summer may be underway, but for many Stateline families, thoughts are already turning to cooler fall weather, apple cider and fresh donuts.
Salamone’s to expand into Machesney Park with new restaurant location
MACHESNEY PARK — The family behind Salamone’s in Cherry Valley is expanding into Machesney Park with an additional restaurant location. The family is under contract to purchase the former Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers at 9901 Orlando St., which is just south of West Lane Road in a busy commercial corridor. The
Dance to the beat and bite a sweet treat in Rockford’s River District
If food trucks, music and games are your thing, then you’ll want to check out final two weeks of Beats and Bites in the River District.
Eagle Scout replaced headstones, marking graves for veterans in Roscoe Township Cemetery
Duncan Kerrigan, earned his rank as an Eagle scout from Troop 620 out of Roscoe, IL by completing a special Eagle project to preserve the legacy of local veterans. Kerrigan assured that five veterans were honored with new headstones who didn’t have anything marking their graves in Roscoe Township cemetery.
City Council approves controversial new TIF district in south Rockford
ROCKFORD — City Council members on Monday voted in favor of creating a new tax-increment finance district designed to incentivize development at the southern edge of the county. Aldermen voted 11-2 to approve the creation of the South Rockford Industrial TIF. Alderwoman Gina Meeks and Alderman Tamir Bell voted...
Adopt 815: Meet ‘Meech’
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - One dog’s journey to find his forever home is a tough one — but he’s remained hopeful and resilient. In this week’s edition of Adopt 815, we introduce you to one-year-old Meech, a pit bull-terrier mix up for adoption at Winnebago County Animal Services (WCAS).
