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Andre Dawson headlines the grand opening of a Machesney Park bank
With a partnership between the Chicago Cubs and Wintrust Community Bank, Cubs legend Andre Dawson hosted a meet and greet at ...
Boone County Emergency Managment Agency hosts missing person drill in Spencer Park
The search was on for a missing family in Belvidere today, but don’t worry, this is for a drill put together by the Boone ...
Freeport residents create world’s largest human pretzel
The search was on for a missing family in Belvidere today, but don’t worry, this is for a drill put together by the Boone ...
Village Green celebrates 60 years in Rockford
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - 2025 marks the 60th anniversary of Village Green; a family-owned business focused on beautifying ...
A superb Sunday ahead for the stateline with strong storm chances Monday
Other than a few early morning clouds, Sunday afternoon will be anther fantastic day to get outside. Highs will be warmer as ...
First Arab Heritage Festival celebrates Rockford’s diverse population
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - The Arab Rockford Chamber of Commerce celebrated its first ever Arab Heritage Festival Saturday. More ...
Rockford teen and dog qualify for Junior World Championship
Summerfield Zoo in Belvidere had its opening weekend this past Saturday. With a partnership between the Chicago Cubs and ...
Rockford celebrates first ever Arab heritage festival
Summerfield Zoo in Belvidere had its opening weekend this past Saturday. With a partnership between the Chicago Cubs and ...
Rockford celebrates Arbor Day by planting more trees
With a partnership between the Chicago Cubs and Wintrust Community Bank, Cubs legend Andre Dawson hosted a meet and greet at ...
Volunteers plant trees at Rockford elementary school for Arbor Day
The city celebrated Arbor Day by planting ten new trees at West View Elementary School. This is made possible through the city’s urban forestry initiative and grant-funded community efforts. Arbor Day ...
BBB warns homeowners of lawn and garden scams as temperatures heat up
The Better Business Bureau urges residents to be vigilant against seasonal scams as they begin spring garden projects.
Summerfield Zoo opens its doors for the season in Belvidere
BELVIDERE, Ill. (WIFR) - Summerfield Zoo in Belvidere had its opening weekend this past Saturday. Owner Rick Anderson said they have new animals and species in the zoo including mongoose and a baby ...