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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.
Local High School Grad Is Commander Of Historic Flight Around The World For U.S. Air Force
Chasing the sun around the world. A Tory grade school and Minooka Community High School graduate who joined the Air Force Academy has had a trip of a lifetime. A mission that would take Air Force Col. Brent Toth around the world in Project Magellan. The most complex in his 24 years in service according to Col. Toth.
2024 Yorkville Hometown Days features full entertainment lineup, fun activities over Labor Day weekend
The United City of Yorkville is hosting the 2024 Hometown Days Festival this Thursday through Sunday at Beecher Park located at 908 Game Farm Road. the festival is free to attend, and free parking will be available. The festival will feature carnival rides on Saturday and Sunday from 1-5 p.m....
This one-of-a-kind Peoria Heights home sold for over $1.3 million
Location, elevation and renovation are three reasons why a home along the "world's most beautiful drive" recently sold for over $1 million. The house on North Grandview Drive in Peoria Heights is "one of only 6 homes situated on the riverside of Grandview Drive owning its own riverview amongst park land," reads the...
'Best of both worlds': $1.3 million home is a 'hidden gem' in Tazewell County
This million-dollar home in Washington offers "the best of both worlds — a peaceful and private setting, while still being close to all the amenities the town has to offer," according to the listing. The 9,727 square-foot "hidden gem" at 1980 Nofsinger Road in Washington lists at $1.3 million. The outdoor space and...
Peoria business owners head into retirement and close eatery sooner than expected
The Chef and The Baker closed after a final day on Aug. 22. Initially, the Peoria business, owned and operated by Ian and Karen Hocker, announced it would close at the end of August. A recent Facebook post, however, said the business saw a stronger turnout than expected after announcing plans to close. ...
Rockford hosts Small Business Block Party
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Bringing the community together, one small business at a time: That’s the vision of a Small Business Block Party on Rockford’s west side. The event organizers are also business owners and they planned this big celebration to showcase small businesses at the East Wind Business Complex and those who don’t have a brick-and-mortar location.
Death notices for the Stateline: Aug. 26, 2024
With sadness, we announce the following deaths for Roscoe, Rockton, and South Beloit in recent weeks:. Families from Roscoe, Rockton, and South Beloit may send birth, wedding, or funeral announcements at no charge to editor@roscoenews.com. Many images were enhanced using Hotpot.ai. Search continues for missing Roscoe man More than 40...
Former Cub Derrek Lee mashes two home runs leading his team to a win in Legends Softball Game at Rivets Stadium
LOVES PARK, ILL. (WTVO/WQRF) — The Rockford Rivets season ended a week and a half ago, but the fun at Rivets Stadium continued into Saturday evening. The Rivets held their second Legends Softball Game. Former Cubs Mickey Morandini, Derrek Lee, Mitch Williams, Michael Barrett and Bobby Dernier signed autographs for the fans before taking the […]
Danville to Host Illinois State Horseshoe Tournament
Some of the top horseshoe pitchers in the state will be in Danville this weekend as the city hosts the 2024 Illinois State Horseshoe Tournament. The competition begins Friday, August 30th, and continues through Sunday, September 1st at the Douglas Park Horseshoe Complex. The park is located along Bowman Avenue,...
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...
Near-record temperatures, triple-digit heat in Iowa City to start the week. What to know:
Eastern Iowa will experience a triple-digit heat index and possible record temperatures Monday as a heat wave rolls through the state. Hot and humid conditions blanketed the area over the weekend after below-average temperatures sustained through much of August. Heat in excess of 90 degrees is expected to stick around eastern Iowa through...
Quality Cobbler’s 46-year legacy continues with new owners stepping in
MUSCATINE, Iowa (KWQC) - After nearly half a century of serving Muscatine, The Quality Cobbler, a beloved shoe shop, was set to close as its long-time owners Larry and Nancy Miller retire. However, just in time, new owners have stepped in to keep the business alive—although some changes are on the horizon.
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