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Two Illinois Towns Now On List Of Rudest Cities In Midwest
Not too long ago, a group of people went out to a bunch of Culver's restaurants in the Midwest to chat and observe people. What were they looking for? They wanted to see how kind you were or if you left your manners at home and were just downright rude. Yes, as you were ordering your Butterburger at a Culvers in Minnesota, Illinois, Wisconsin, Iowa, and the rest of the Midwest, they were watching you...and took notes and may have even asked you a few questions. As a result of that survey, a few towns have been given the title of the "Rudest in the Midwest".
Member Of Illinois’ Favorite Band Playing Solo Show In Rockford
Rockford is getting a special treat this summer when this artist plays on a free show on the Rock River. Member Of Famous Illinois To Perform Solo Show In Rockford. I was just talking to a couple of friends about this a couple of days ago. We've really got something special going on in Rockford. There are so many amazing events, activities, and things to do. It puts a smile on my face.
Illinois ‘Largest’ Fireworks Display Is Not Far From Rockford
It's not often that one of the biggest and best of something isn't in Chicago, and this is one of those times. Just a stone's throw away in Itasca, organizers call it the "Largest Independence Day Fireworks Show Synchronized to Music." A unique feature that sets it apart from other...
ROAD CONSTRUCTION UPDATE REGARDING THE STATE STREET BRICK REMOVAL PROJECT
At the Village Board of Trustees Meeting to be held on Tuesday, July 2nd at 7 PM, a Resolution will be on the meeting agenda to pass and approve removing the State Street Brick Removal Project from the CV 2024 Streets Improvements Contract which was originally approved at the April 2, 2024 Village Board of Trustees Meeting.
After delays, Belvidere couple ready to hop to it with new downtown brewery
BELVIDERE — The long wait for beer lovers of Boone County is over. After more than a year of delays, mishaps and other obligations, Cheryl and Ryan Morris will officially open the doors today to 5 Bines Brewery, a microbrewery and taproom at 515 S. State St. in downtown Belvidere.
Kathryn Williams’ defense pushes for verdict in medical abuse trial
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - The Winnebago mom accused of medically abusing her children hopes for a conclusion in her years-long trial. In 2018, Kathryn Williams was charged with 24 felonies for allegedly mistreating her daughter and son with unnecessary medical treatments for nearly a decade. The kids reportedly had operations like a colon removal, feeding tubes, painkiller prescriptions and more.
Are there fireworks in your future? Here are 12 upcoming shows in and around Rockford
If you want to watch as many fireworks as possible this Fourth of July, here's a list of upcoming shows in and around Rockford. Davis Junction Independence Day Fireworks will begin at dusk on July 3 at Community Park, 101 Lincoln Avenue. Winnebago's free fireworks show will begin at 9...
2024 Fourth of July Fireworks Shows in the Stateline
Fourth of July fireworks are bigger and better this year in the Stateline than ever before! Here’s a list of the fireworks celebrations happening throughout the Stateline. Belvidere’s Heritage Days runs from Friday, June 28 – Saturday, June 29. There is a whole bunch of activities happening followed by fireworks at dusk on Saturday. View a schedule here.
Belvidere’s latest mural honors a Civil War veteran who escaped slavery; his relatives are coming to the dedication
BELVIDERE — A Civil War veteran who escaped slavery to fight for the Union Army and later became a respected worker in Belvidere public schools has been memorialized on the city’s latest mural. A mural honoring John Lawson has been installed at 109 N. State St. in downtown,...
Belvidere Heritage Days summer festival celebrates final day
BELVIDERE, Ill. (WIFR) - The City of Belvidere celebrates its community with its annual family-friendly festival. Belvidere Heritage Days is a three day festival in Belvidere that takes place the last full weekend of June. On Saturday, the final day of the festival, thousands of attendees explored various events taking place in the downtown and fairgrounds.
A New Summer Spooktacular Is Happening in Oregon, Illinois This Weekend
Calling all Halloween lovers! Forget waiting until October to unleash your inner ghosts and goblins, Oregon, Illinois is brewing up a hauntingly good time your family will love this weekend called "Summerween"!. The Best Parts of Halloween. As a kid I loved Halloween, and I still do as an adult...
Looking for fireworks shows beyond Rockford? Check out these shows from across the region
If you want to take in a fireworks show or two outside of the Rockford area, try visiting one of these 13 northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin towns. Hinckley Good Time for All Festival at dusk at Hinckley-Big Rock High School, 700 E. Lincoln Ave. Visitors can enjoy a day full of music, outdoor activities, food and fireworks at night.
Star Spangled 4th of July 2024 Rockford Area Fireworks Show Schedule
In Illinois, you'll find a fireworks show to check out anywhere between July 1st and July 4th. I say Go Big and see a show every night. Boom!. Much like when the Halloween holiday falls on a weeknight, communities are split on when the best time would be to hold a 4th of July celebration. Some don't like the idea of moving celebrations to a more convenient day than the actual date of the holiday, while others would like to not feel half-dead the next day at work.
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