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Guilford takes second place in the IHSA’s first Girls Flag Football State Tournament
VILLA PARK, Ill. (WTVO/WQRF) — The Guilford girls’ flag football team will go down in history as being one of two teams in Illinois ever to play in the first IHSA sanctioned state championship game. The Vikings wanted a little more history though. They came up just short of trying to be crowned the first […]
Exploring The Remains Of Hebners House Of Gifts: A Glimpse Into Rockford’s Past
Looking at old pictures of businesses that no longer exist can feel like stepping into a time machine. Each image captures a moment frozen in time—a bustling diner on a street corner, a mom-and-pop shop with a hand-painted sign, or a department store that once was the heart of a downtown. These businesses were once integral to the fabric of their communities, filled with life, purpose, and stories. Now, they exist only in memory and photographs.
Opinion: The Democratic Party has clearly nominated the best choice
On Jan. 6, 2021, I stopped by my parents’ grave site on the way home from work. I got out of the car and stood over their grave stones. It was brutally cold. The trees looked stark and violent. I said, “I’d tell you what happened today, but you’d never believe it.” I got in my car and drove away. ...
“Overtime” Friday October 18, 2024
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO/WQRF) — Byron, Dixon, Hononegah and Belvidere North provided two thrilling games topping our week eight coverage of high school football in the area Friday night. Both games went down to the final seconds before being decided. Plus, Rockford Lutheran secured a playoff spot. Freeport and Guilford became eligible for the playoffs, and […]
Rockford Educator Wins Teacher Of The Week Award For Inspiring Leadership
97ZOK's new Teacher of the Week is honored for his dedication and passion for education, which shine brightly at Flinn Middle School. He brings energy, positivity, and a big-hearted approach to every student and parent. 97ZOK Teacher of the Week. Congratulations to Principal Cory Schrank from Flinn Middle School in...
Opinion: Public invited to support domestic violence prevention efforts in Rockford area
This year, the 17th Judicial Circuit Family Violence Coordinating Council celebrated 30 years of community collaboration in Boone and Winnebago Counties. The Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority funds Family Violence Coordinating Councils to provide a forum to improve the institutional, professional, and community response to interpersonal violence, including child abuse, domestic violence, elder abuse and sexual assault. ...
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