Rockford’s Most Difficult Habits To Quit
Everyone has that one habit they swear they're going to quit.
Rockford veteran celebrates 104th birthday
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Dwight Goodin celebrated his 104th birthday Thursday at the Grand Victorian of Rockford assisted living facility. Goodin, a U.S. veteran, served as a member of the Army Air Corps before transitioning to the Air Force. Family, friends and staff gathered for the milestone celebration. Goodin’s son
Harlem’s postseason ended early by the DeKalb Barbs
The DeKalb Barbs finished in fourth place in the DuPage Valley Conference, but don't let that fool you. The Barbs have some excellent talent.
On the market: Spacious Freeport home sits on 1.5 acres
Address: 1687 Barberry Circle, Freeport Property description: This five-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home built in 1999 has more than 5,400 square feet of living space on a private 1.5- acre wooded lot. There is an open staircase, formal dining room, sitting room and a private office with built-in bookcases. The remodeled gre
Winnebago County approves next Perryville Path extension
WINNEBAGO COUNTY, Ill. (WIFR) - Winnebago County board members approved funding Thursday night for the next phase of the Perryville Path extension, moving the long-running bike and pedestrian path further north. The path currently stretches nearly 15 miles from Rockford to Machesney Park. “It just improves the quality
New bank among several developments underway along Perryville Road in Rockford
ROCKFORD — Work has begun to build a new Chase Bank along Perryville Road near Meijer. It’s one of several projects in the works that are filling in First Midwest Group’s Perryville Promenade retail development. The 3,400-square-foot bank is being built at 2102 McFarland Road. It will...
Expect delays as Freeport road work hits streets April–July
Several streets in Freeport are closed for construction, according to a community announcement. Which roads are closed? Work is underway on W. Main Street between Van Buren and Chicago. The downtown municipal lot is also closed through June 15, according to the announcement. Several residential streets are also affecte
Rockford apartment complex in flames after early morning fire
The Rockford Fire Department worked to put out heavy smoke and flames after a two-story apartment building caught fire Friday morning.
Rockford Residents Reveal Hardest Habits They’ve Ever Tried to Break
Everyone has that one habit they swear they're going to quit.
A documentary highlighting a disabled veteran sports team will show in Rockford
A documentary about a national wheelchair rugby team based in Rockford is making its way through film festival circuits. This Saturday, it will be shown in its hometown. The Oscar Mike Militia rugby team is made up of disabled veterans. Noah Currier is the founder. He said friends and family were asking how they could
