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BMX riders pour into Rockford for USA BMX Midwest Nationals
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Rockford BMX was ready for thousands of racers to compete in the Stateline with the USA BMX Midwest Nationals coming to town. The event didn’t disappoint, welcoming 1,200 athletes and 3,500 spectators — leaving an economic impact of $1.5 million dollars. Last year, a...
Local golfer Marcus Smith Jr. takes second at the Illinois State Amateur
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO/WQRF) — Local golfer Marcus Smith Junior had himself a week at the Illinois Men’s State Amateur Golf Tournament. He finished in second place at Akins Golf Club at the University of Illinois Urbana. Smith came so close to winning it. He shot a sizzling final round of 65 Thursday, the best round […]
D Construction and HR Green selected for Plano road and bridge projects
The Plano City Council approved an engineering contract for the replacement of the Creek Road Bridge at its recent meeting. City Attorney Bill Thomas says the cost is not to exceed $149,000 and will be paid through the city's motor fuel tax funds and state funding. HR Green is handling...
Firefighters turn up the heat at Rockton-Roscoe Rotary Rib Fest
SOUTH BELOIT, Ill. (WIFR) - Three area fire departments serve the South Beloit community during a special cookout competition. Firefighters from Shirland, Rockton and Roscoe gathered at Viking Lanes to compete in the 2024 Rockton-Roscoe Rotary Rib Fest. During the event, hungry visitors sampled ribs from each department and cast their votes to determine the winner of the People’s Choice Award.
Red, White and Blues Festival honors vets, active-duty personnel
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Area servicemembers enjoy an afternoon of Blues music during the second annual Red, White and Blues Festival. On Saturday, area servicemen and Blues enthusiasts gathered at Sinnissippi Park, N. 2nd Street, to enjoy an afternoon of blues music. The Red, White and Blues Festival, hosted by the Crossroads Blues Society, is held in honor of area vets and active-duty personnel.
Rockford families visit summer fitness, wellness festival
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - The Northwest Community Center launches its first summer wellness festival on Rockford’s west side. On Saturday, families ventured to the Northwest Community Center, 1325 N. Johnston Avenue, to engage in a new summer event, Thrive Fest. According to Northwest Community Center, Thrive Fest strives to...
Rockford Pushes For Disaster Declaration Following This Week’s Devastating Storms
The Stateline area has been working hard to clean up after this week's nasty storms, and city officials are wasting no time pushing for an official disaster declaration which would provide much-needed relief for homeowners. Benefits of a Disaster Declaration. When a city or county gets nailed by massive flooding,...
NWS confirms record 24 tornadoes from Monday night storms
CHICAGO — A rash of tornadoes brought on by Monday night’s Derecho has set a new record for the Chicago and Rockford areas. According to the National Weather Service (NWS), two more EF-0 twisters were confirmed on Friday, one that touched down in Broadview and another in Oak Forest, both in Cook County. The additional […]
Gilley’s Heating and Air Conditioning shows off sewer drain jetting system
Rockford, Ill. (WTVO) — It’s easy to identify problems that we can see, but it’s important to be proactive about the problems we can’t see. At Gilley’s Heating and Air Conditioning, they can make sure sewers are in great condition with their sewer drain jetting system.
Sessions from Studio A - Rock and Roll Institute
For those about to rock, we salute you. On this special edition of Sessions from Studio A, we head to The District Bar and Grill in Rockford for a showcase from Rock and Roll Institute. Their motto is start a band on Monday, play a show on Friday. We'll hear lots of different bands and talk with students and instructors. Learn more and support this awesome organization by making a donation on their website. Also follow Rock and Roll Institute on Facebook and Instagram for more news!
Rockford solar conference shares benefits of solar power
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Hundreds of people gathered at Rockfords Embassy Suites Thursday to learn the importance of going solar at the first Go Solar Conference and Expo. Tapping into the power of the sun is complicated and hard for people to understand. Go Solar 815′s 2024 Expo and Conference looks to help educate people on clean energy.
Extremely rare live lobster shipped to Rockford Red Lobster
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) – The staff at Red Lobster in Rockford was met with a colorful surprise earlier this month. On July 10, Manager Tarah Stewart was unpacking a regular shipment of live lobsters and preparing them for the tank that sits in the front of the restaurant. Before long, she noticed that one of […]
Get ready for Rock ‘N Vodka Happy Hour at LimaMar Restaurant & Cocktail Bar
Rockford, Ill. (WTVO) — Owner of LimaMar Restaurant and Cocktail Bar Ross Terry is back with us tonight to show us how to make the Rock ‘N Killer cocktail and to tell us about the Rock ‘N Vodka Happy Hour event. The event will be held on...
Rockton veteran honored with memorial cruise, ‘He was my best friend’
ROCKTON, Ill. (WTVO) — After the sudden passing of 73-year-old Tom Evans, his friends and family organized a way to celebrate his life, using the thing he loved most: cars. As a car enthusiast, Evans was an active member of the Obsessive Car Disorder Club. Through this club, he met various community members and attended […]
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