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Forget Coffee & Wine—Fall in Love with Apple Cider Flights In Illinois
This fall, I’m ditching the coffee, wine, and mimosa flights and going all in on apple cider flights. And guess what? One hotspot in Illinois just made it super easy to do get my hands on some!. I just went to Vegas for vacation and got mimosa drunk. They...
Two miles of Auburn Street water main to be replaced as part of $1.1M project in 2025
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — A $1.1 million project is soon to be undertaken to replace 2 miles of an aging water main on Auburn Street, originally installed in 1913. The service line replacement will run from the Auburn and Main roundabout to North Central Avenue. There will be no cost to local taxpayers, as the […]
Some apple cider could make you sick. Here's what to know.
Apple cider is a fall favorite, but in some cases it can make you sick if you're not careful. Local health department are warning consumers to take notice if their cider is unpasteurized because of the risk of potential foodborne illness. Apple cider, made from fresh apples, "is typically a bit murky and golden-colored because its unfiltered and unpasteurized. Most apple orchards don't take the time to pasteurize because it is not required," Illinois's Ogle County Health Department shared on social media. "Apple cider that has NOT been pasteurized can contain harmful bacteria that can make people sick."The Fulton County Health...
Illinois Shelter Swamped by Kittens, Needs Donations Now
In less than 3 days, Winnebago County Animal Services in Rockford, Illinois took in over 80 cats, and now they desperately need donations to help care for them. I think it's safe to say that during the warmer months animal shelters all across Illinois, and even the United States struggle with too many stray animals coming in and not enough room or supplies to properly care for them.
Lena-Winslow Panthers in top form in big win against Du-Pec
LENA, Ill. (WTVO/WQRF) — The Du-Pec Rivermen took the opening kickoff and marched downfield inside Lena-Winslow’s ten yard-line, but the Rivermen then fumbled a snap that was recovered by the Panthers, and it was all Lena-Winslow from that point on. The Panthers got a pair of short touchdown runs from fullback Aiden Wild in the […]
Big sales expected at Rockford’s Fall ArtScene
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) – Fall ArtScene is happening in Rockford this weekend with more than 200 artists participate in more than 30 events throughout Rockford. There’s a lot of art to see, and organizers expect big sales. “We’ve seen art sales increase over the last few years,” said Bob Blosser, owner of Bennie’s Cleaners, one […]
Rockford business ships pet food to hurricane-impacted animal shelter in South Carolina
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — A Rockford manufacturing plant is sending pet food donations to help those in the Southeast affected by Hurricane Helene. 425 Manufacturing, at 2500 Harrison Avenue, sent 2,100 lbs. of dog and cat food on a truck Friday morning, bound for South Carolina, where it will be received by a shelter inundated […]
Dylan Manning’s big night leads Rochelle Hubs to big Interstate 8 win against Morris
ROCHELLE, Ill. (WTVO/WQRF) — The Rochelle Hubs running game was rolling Friday night as the Hubs ran past Morris 37-15 in an Interstate 8 game. The Hubs rushed for 398 yards on 48 carries for an average of 8.3 yards per carry. Sophomore running back Dylan Manning carried the ball nine times for a whopping […]
Jahmani Muhammad breaks NIC-10 scoring record, but Freeport knocks off Harlem
MACHESNEY PARK, Ill. (WTVO/WQRF) — The Freeport Pretzels went into Harlem and pulled off their biggest win of the season Friday night handing the Huskies a 22-14 loss. That improves Freeport’s record to 3-3 giving them a shot at the playoffs. They have to win two of their remaining three games to become eligible for […]
Largest, free Latino concert series in northern Illinois enters 22nd year in Rockford
How much do you know about the history of Hispanic and Latino culture and community in Rockford? In recognition of National Hispanic Heritage Month, the Rockford Register Star has partnered with La Onda, a newly-formed nonprofit organization, to help share and celebrate the impact of Hispanic and Latino people, businesses and organizations in and around the Rockford area. ...
Photographer Shares Last Images Of the Rockford Speedway Before Demolition
Before the Rockford Speedway was demolished, one photographer was able to grab some haunting and bittersweet photos of what the beloved racetrack looked like right before it came down. Rockford Speedway Memories. The Rockford Speedway was a beloved place for families and racing fans all over Northern Illinois and beyond...
Rockford’s 20 Favorite Places For A Cup Of Joe To Start Morning
Many people who live around Rockford are big fans of starting their day with a good cup of coffee and here are their favorite places in the area. It's funny because a friend and I were talking about this the other day. Remember when coffee was just coffee? It definitely wasn't anything special. If you wanted to make it fancy, you would just add cream and sugar.
Family-Friendly Halloween Events in the Stateline
Gather ’round, it’s time to celebrate the spookiest holiday of the year! There are lots of fun Halloween events, both scary and not, happening in the Rockford region this season. From haunted trail walks to fairytale hayrides, and everything in between, you’re sure to find something fun and festive to do with your family this year. Here’s a list of the upcoming Halloween events in the Stateline.
Boylan improves to 5-1 with convincing win at Auburn
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO/WQRF) — The Boylan Titans got contributions from a lot of players Friday night resulting in a 41-8 win over the Knights. Running back Donzelle Ingram-Love scored three touchdowns for the Titans on only six carries. Quarterbacks Jaden Williams and Dominic Cacciatore split time at Williams. Williams completed all five of his passes […]
“Overtime” Friday, October 4, 2024
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO/WQRF) — Lena-Winslow rolled in its annual NUIC rivalry game with Du-Pec. Jahmani Muhammad set the NIC-10’s all-time rushing record, but Freeport stunned the Harlem Huskies. Byron and Dixon posted lopsided wins again as they stay on a collision course in the Big Northern Conference. Oregon takes a big step toward the playoffs, […]
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