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On the Ground as Illinois Begins Construction on 3D Printed Housing
What resembled a space vehicle launchpad—complete with a 40 ft x 40 ft pad encircled by a steel lattice and twin two-story gantries towering over the corners—was in fact the site of a groundbreaking project. One of the gantries began to glide along the lattice, revealing its true identity: the head of an enormous 3D printer. It was extruding a cementitious substance, akin to a giant tube of adhesive traversing a dry white gum-line. Despite the sweltering summer heat, the crowd stirred with excitement as they witnessed history: one of the first 3D-printed domiciles designed to withstand earthquakes in the United States had begun construction.
Classic Cars Cruising in Downtown Erie
On Wednesday, August 21st, Erie Car Show organizers held the last cruise-in of the year before the annual car show on Saturday, September 14th starting at 9 a.m. in downtown Erie. It was one of the best cruise-ins of the year, with perfect weather and a good turnout of classic...
Geneseo flower farm to host ‘Hats + Bloom’ workshop
GENESEO, Ill. (KWQC) -The Red Barn and Taylor & Co. Fresh Cut Flowers are teaming up for Hats + Bloom, a fun and creative night at the Geneseo flower farm set for Sept. 19 at 6 p.m. During this unique, two-for-one workshop, you’ll design your own custom hat and floral...
More abandoned properties in Winnebago, Boone to go up for auction Tuesday
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — More abandoned properties in Winnebago and Boone Counties will go up for auction on Tuesday, in the hope of turning them over to responsible taxpayers. The properties have either been foreclosed or seized from delinquency and can now be sold with a clean title. Bidding on the 64 properties begins on […]
Village Green to close North Main Street branch in Rockford after 57 years
ROCKFORD — Village Green Home & Garden plans to close its North Main Street branch next month after 57 years in operation. The company plans to consolidate its nursery, greenhouse, home furnishings, gift and garden center business at its flagship store at 6101 E. Riverside Blvd., which opened in 1980. The branch at 2640 N. Main St. will close on Sept. 29.
Seafood Chain Closing More Spots Than Expected, Illinois Included
Just a little over 90 days ago, America's biggest and best known seafood restaurant change made an announcement that pretty much confirmed all the rumors that had been swirling around about the company's overall health and ability to continue operations. Red Lobster's Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing on May 19th stated...
Illinois is Home to the Most ‘Players’ in the Dating Game
If you think the dating world kind of sucks in Illinois, you're not wrong. Turns out Illinois is one of the worst states to date it because we are packed with 'players.'. When I think back to the first time in my life I heard the word players associated with dating, I'm brought to 1998-ish. I was in 4th grade and spent most of my free time watching MTV and quickly changing the channel when my parents came into the basement.
One Important School Bus Safety Law Illinois Drivers Constantly Break
Schools are officially back in session in Illinois, so it's time for an important reminder about school bus safety laws and the one law Illinois drivers tend to break the most. My kids have been back to school for less than a week, and although they don't take the bus,...
National Weather Service issues HEAT ADVISORY until 7pm Thursday
The National Weather Service has issued a HEAT ADVISORY, which is now in effect until 7pm, Thursday, August 29, 2024. ...HEAT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Heat index values up to 110 this afternoon, and 100 to 105. on Wednesday and Thursday. * WHERE...In Illinois,...
Spooky Season Arrives Early: Halloween Décor Hit Illinois Shelves
I couldn't believe my eyes when I walked into Home Depot in Rockford this week—Halloween decorations were already out in full force!. It’s still August, Summer is still here, but I guess we've decided to just fast forward to Halloween?! I'm here for it, but how early is REALLY too early?
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