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Rockford native Zoe Jensen originating role on Broadway
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Rockford native Zoe Jensen has a new role in the original Broadway cast of “The Heart of Rock and Roll”. Jensen said what makes the experience special is having a diverse cast around her. “Even just getting to do this right now and to know that like this is going to […]
Owners of Rockford's new northern Italian restaurant promise familiarity with flair
The German restaurant known as Der Rathskeller that operated on Rockford’s North End for 90 years isn’t coming back. But the location is going to carry on the tradition of housing an ethnic restaurant. “We are excited to bring a vacant property back to life,” said Lia Pennacchi,...
Heading to Roscoe this Memorial Day to support local veterans? Here's where to line up
Thinking of heading to Roscoe this Memorial Day to show support for a parade that was almost canceled this year because of lack of participation? Village officials released details on a new, shorter route for the parade, which will take place at 10 a.m. Monday in downtown Roscoe. Here's what you need to...
Harlem sophomores write and illustrate children’s book, will compete in national competition
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Two Harlem sophomores wrote and illustrated their own children’s book “A New York Christmas Tree’s Tale” and are going to compete in the National Educators Rising Conference. Harlem Sophomores Payton Filpowicz and Averey Anderson said the takeaway from the book is that being different is okay. “There’s a Christmas tree and […]
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