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Urgent! Rockford Animal Shelter Needs Your Help to Save Lives
Winnebago County Animal Services in Rockford, Illinois is facing a critical crisis as it hits capacity that could put hundreds of dogs in danger. Winnebago County Animal Services Reaches Dangerous Dog Capacity Numbers. Here's one big fact about me; I love animals, (especially dogs), more than I love most people...
Artists paint the streets of Freeport
FREEPORT, Ill. (WIFR) - The Freeport Art Museum (FAM) celebrates the Pretzel City’s rich history, embraces its present and paints a bright future. Paint the Port is an annual event at the museum. This year’s celebration marks its eighth year of giving the streets of Freeport a colorful makeover.
Winnebago County Board cuts budget for veteran assistance by $500K
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — The Veterans Assistance Commission (VAC) of Winnebago County expressed its concerns over a $500,000 reduction in its 2025 budget, approved by commissioners of the VAC. The new budget reduction is expected to have significant effects on the essential services provided to veterans in the community, including financial assistance, VA claims representation, […]
Your turn: What it would mean to have a pro-choice woman as President
I am absolutely thrilled and energized to once again have the opportunity to elect a pro-choice, well-qualified, experienced woman to be president of the United States of America. It has been my dream since I was a little girl. I had been a delegate for Hillary Clinton at the 2008 convention, and continued to...
Freeport news: City council seeks budget feedback, health officials warn of ‘slapped cheek’ virus
Welcome to FREEPOD, a local news source for everyone in the Freeport area. This weekly podcast is brought to you by a large volunteer group dedicated to providing to objective, unbiased news that’s specific to our community. More grants for Freeport water system. Darin Stykel, an engineering partner at...
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