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FEMA offering help to Chicago area residents following severe storms this summer
If your home was damaged during severe weather in July, the federal government might be able to help. Severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding slammed portions of Cook, Fulton, Henry, St. Clair, Washington, Will, and Winnebago in July.
Mariachi Lira de Rockford plays pivotal role in keeping traditions alive and sharing them
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. ...
Beloit’s elders learn what services are available to them at annual senior fair
BELOIT, Wis. (WTVO) — Beloit Seniors got the chance to learn more about the services available to them at an annual local fair. This morning the 36th annual Beloit Senior Fair was held at the Eclipse Center. The free event featured 68 exhibitors with information about insurance, long-term health care, health screenings and flu shots. […]
Help is Here for Illinois Homeowners and Renters Affected by Storms
In the wake of severe storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds, and flooding from July 13 to 16, 2024, FEMA is stepping in to support those affected across several Illinois counties. FEMA Offers Crucial Assistance for Storm-Affected Residents. According to a press release from the Federal Emergency Management Agency, residents of Cook,...
Rockford’s Stormwater Master Plan may soon help those affected by flooding
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Rockford’s Stormwater Management team is looking for alternative funding to help with mitigation in the area. Rockford Council members were presented an updated Stormwater Master Plan at the Strategic Planning Meeting Monday night. The city partnered with HR Green to work on designing a plan to address and attack flooding issues. […]
PREPS: Beloit Memorial girls swimming team falls to visiting Burlington
BELOIT — Beloit Memorial’s girls swimming team managed only two first places as it fell to visiting Burlington, 112-58, on Tuesday at the Richard Vogel Natatorium. Beloit’s 200-yard freestyle relay team of Caroline Severson, Emma Polo-Fuertes, G’Yauna Morga-Thomas and Laila Lee finished first in 1:54.94. Polo-Fuertes won the 100 breaststroke in 1:26.00. The Purple Tide took three second places. The 200 medley relay team of Serinity Buchanan, Aalayja Listenbee-Fleming, Polo-Fuertes...
Mayor Tom McNamara kicks off re-election campaign on Tuesday
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara will kick off his re-election campaign Tuesday at Hard Rock Casino Rockford, with Illinois Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton as a special guest. The event will begin at 5:30 p.m. with a $25 admission. McNamara began his first term on May 1st, 2017, and was sworn into a […]
Westley Himself: Cary Elwes to Host ‘Princess Bride’ Screening in Rockford
The man who played Westley in the classic flick The Princess Bride is headed to Rockford. Cary Elwes has appeared in many movies over the past 30-40 years, including Saw, Kiss the Girls, and Robin Hood: Men in Tights. However, his role as leading man Westley in The Princess Bride...
Beloit Memorial, James Ford tune up to face Burlington
BELOIT — Beloit Memorial head coach Brad Dement says football fans at Burlington High School will be treated to a showdown Friday night between two of the best running backs in the Southern Lakes Conference. He is referring to his own team’s James Ford III, who eclipsed 2,000 career yards in last week’s 28-21 win over Wilmot, and the Demons’ Kade Boyd, who has rushed 139 times for 923 yards (6.6 average) and 10 touchdowns this fall. ...
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