Burpee Museum hosts Monarch Festival
The Olympic Tavern’s Pints for Pups nights benefit Noah’s Ark Animal Sanctuary. With the summer coming to an end, there are only a few more chances to participate in Pints for Pups nights at The Olympic Tavern. 61st Oktoberfest in Loves Park celebrates heritage and tradition. Updated: Sep....
2025 Trunk or Treat Events in the Stateline
It’s time to take your little monsters to Trunk or Treat in the Stateline area! There are Trunk or Treat events throughout the month of October, on weekdays and weekends. All of the Trunk or Treats listed are FREE to attend unless noted. If you see the $ symbol, it means that a portion of the event has an additional...
Hononegah’s Kylie Simpson eighth in Midwest CC Invitational in Janesville
JANESVILLE — Hononegah senior Kylie Simpson finished eighth in the 5000-meter girls race in the Midwest Invitational on Saturday at the Blackhawk Golf Course. Simpson finished in 18:12.10, followed by Eliza Pfarr of the Home School Eagles (18:23.90). Hononegah sophomore Lucinda Hodges was 14th (18:48.70) and Ruah...
Honoring 50 years of dedication: Dakota Firefighters’ milestone
The Datoka Fire Department celebrated 50 years of Volunteer firefighting service for firemen Bill Small and Jim Bordner.
Rockford barn heavily damaged after fire
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - A barn fire brings multiple crews to Rockford’s southwest side. Around 11:30 a.m. September 27, several departments responded to the 2400 block of Centerville Road for a barn fire. According to officials, a trash fire extended into a large barn where flames were seen coming...
Sale at Rochelle greenhouse raises awareness on native plants
The Olympic Tavern’s Pints for Pups nights benefit Noah’s Ark Animal Sanctuary. With the summer coming to an end, there are only a few more chances to participate in Pints for Pups nights at The Olympic Tavern. 61st Oktoberfest in Loves Park celebrates heritage and tradition. Updated: Sep....
The No-Frills Cafe In Illinois With Outrageously Delicious Biscuits And Gravy
Some mornings demand nothing less than a plate of biscuits smothered in thick, peppery gravy – the kind that sticks to your ribs and convinces you that all is right with the world, at least until lunchtime. Cherry Valley Cafe in Cherry Valley, Illinois, serves exactly that kind of...
Man arrested following hours-long armed standoff
NEWVILLE — The Rock County Sheriff’s SWAT team was called to Newville Saturday to assist in a standoff between an armed man and sheriff’s deputies. According to a release, Rock County sheriff’s deputies were called about 1 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, to the Park N Ride, 11067 N. Goede Road, in Newville. The vehicle...
8 Massive Flea Markets In Illinois Where $25 Goes A Seriously Long Way
Want to discover incredible bargain spots in Illinois where your money works overtime?. These 8 huge flea markets provide amazing deals and fantastic finds for smart shoppers!. 1. Rockford City Market (Rockford) The historic downtown setting makes this market feel like stepping back in time. Beautiful brick...
A dry stretch of weather, with unseasonably warm temperatures
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - After an abundance of sunshine, skies will stay clear Friday evening with light winds overnight. As temperatures cool in the lower to middle 50s, areas of patchy fog could reduce visibilities for a short period of time Saturday morning. Download the First Alert Weather app. What’s...
