State Rep. Maurice West will hold an official campaign kickoff event Aug. 29 in downtown Rockford, and he’s inviting all area residents to come and learn more about his vision for Rockford.
West announced plans to run for mayor of Rockford during a news conference July 28.
In an announcement on his campaign Facebook page, West, who represents Illinois’ 67th District in Springfield, told area residents that he’s “ready to come home” and begin a campaign for the city’s top elected office…