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They’re here! Cicadas begin to emerge in Rockford area
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — After months of anticipation — and, for some, dread — cicadas have finally emerged in the Rockford area. Billions of cicadas are appearing as part of a rare double emergence that hasn’t happened since Thomas Jefferson was president, 221 years ago. Brood XIII and Brood XIX, one of which emerges every […]
3 Important Things To Do When Cicada Brood X LEAVES Illinois
This weekend I saw many friends who live in the Rockford area share pics and videos of hundreds of cicadas in their yard and trees. I was skeptical about all the cicadas that were supposed to come. But none of these were here yesterday. We’ve counted well over 100 in a sunny corner of our yard. Climbing up anything they can.
Rockford barbershop owners celebrate five years at helm
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) – Phil Hughes and his daughters, Franki and Quincy have been cutting hair at Downtown Barbers in Stewart Square for the last five years. The family team bought the business in April 2019 from founder Dave Armstrong and continue to grow their client base. “We specialize in men’s haircuts, beard trims, shaves,” […]
WISH LIST! 15 Direct Flight Destinations From Rockford
Allegiant Airlines just added an exciting new destination from the Chicago-Rockford International Airport. Direct flights to Nashville are now available. The buzz around town are the other destinations we wish Rockford's Airport would add soon. I've enjoyed the convenience of Rockford's airport in so many ways over the last decade....
New List Names One Rockford Home As One of the 15 Best Airbnbs in Illinois
If you though there was no place cool and unique to stay at when visiting Rockford, Illinois, think again! It turns out the city has has a secret up its sleeve – a stunning Spanish-style villa, recently crowned as one of the 15 best Airbnbs in the state for 2024.
5 Best Places to Get Fried Chicken in the Rockford Area
There is almost no other food that delivers joy like a plate of crispy, golden-brown fried chicken. Discover the best places around Rockford, Illinois to satisfy your comfort food cravings. What's The Best Fried Chicken You Ever Had?. Just thinking about that question sends my brain into overdrive, reliving the...
A Little Taste Of Hollywood In This Smaller Illinois City
Chicago is a big hub for filming but did you know there is a smaller city in Illinois that has their own little version of Hollywood?. Rockford Is Home To A Professional Sound Stage For Filming. I'm one of those people that actually thinks positively about Rockford. I believe it's...
Honor Our Heroes: Join the 2024 Memorial Day Parade in Roscoe
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