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Rockford Mass Transit District announces service changes starting July 5 to improve community access
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Rockford Mass Transit District announces service changes starting July 5 to improve community access
The Rockford Mass Transit District (RMTD) announced several minor service changes beginning July 5th aimed at improving access to jobs, grocery stores and recreational facilities throughout the are…
https://www.mystateline.com/news/illinois/rockford-mass-transit-district-announces-service-changes-starting-july-5-to-improve-community-access/
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This Rockford middle school disciplines Black students more than any school in Illinois
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This Rockford middle school disciplines Black students more than any school in Illinois - IPM Newsroom
Schools in Illinois discipline Black students at much higher rates than white students. A Rockford middle school is an outlier for handing out the most discipline violations per Black student of any school...
https://ipmnewsroom.org/this-rockford-middle-school-disciplines-black-students-more-than-any-school-in-illinois/
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Rockford students in grades 9-12 can ride RMTD buses for free this summer
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Rockford students in grades 9-12 can ride RMTD buses for free this summer
Rockford Public School students can ride Rockford Mass Transit District buses for free this summer.
https://www.mystateline.com/news/rockford-students-in-grades-9-12-can-ride-rmtd-buses-for-free-this-summer/
7 days ago
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Genius Prime Day finds under $10 you'll wish you bought sooner
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Genius Prime Day finds under $10 you'll wish you bought sooner
Score the best Amazon Prime Day deals under $10, from viral gadgets to everyday essentials. Shop these budget-friendly finds before they sell out.
https://www.usatoday.com/story/shopping/deals/prime-day/2026/06/19/amazon-deals-under-ten-dollars/90595459007/
9 days ago
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Rochelle Park District, high school looking at agreement for potential field house at Helms Park
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Rochelle Park District, high school looking at agreement for potential field house at Helms Park
The Flagg-Rochelle Community Park District and the Rochelle Township High School District are in talks on a potential agreement that could result in a shared-use facility at Helms Park in the future,...
https://www.shawlocal.com/ogle-county-news/2026/06/19/rochelle-park-district-high-school-looking-at-agreement-for-potential-field-house-at-helms-park/
10 days ago
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ESPN broadcaster’s quest to connect with his late father brings him to Rockford University ghost story
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ESPN broadcaster’s quest to connect with his late father brings him to Rockford University ghost story - Rock River Current
By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our free e-newsletter ROCKFORD — At Rockford University, Knox Fowler was an inspirational theater director who was instrumental in creating the college's Maddox...
https://www.rockrivercurrent.com/2026/06/espn-broadcasters-quest-to-connect-with-his-late-father-brings-him-to-rockford-university-ghost-story/
10 days ago
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Ehren Jarrett reflects on his time as superintendent for Rockford Public Schools and looks ... - WIFR
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Ehren Jarrett reflects on his time as superintendent for Rockford Public Schools and looks ahead to his move to Hononegah
Superintendent Ehren Jarrett looks back on his tenure at District 205.
https://www.wifr.com/2026/06/18/ehren-jarrett-reflects-his-time-superintendent-rockford-public-schools-looks-ahead-his-move-hononegah/
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How Rockford Career College Highlights Students that are Parents
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How Rockford Career College Highlights Students that are Parents
Danielle Harriott and Malcolm Woods are here from Rockford Career C...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D5nR5ONd4KA
12 days ago
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Rockford hopes to boost housing development with zoning update - WIFR
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Rockford hopes to boost housing development with zoning update
City staff report the community needs up to 9,000 new homes in the coming years.
https://www.wifr.com/video/2026/06/16/rockford-hopes-boost-housing-development-with-zoning-update/
12 days ago
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Rockford’s hot housing market slightly cooled in spring, breaking a long streak
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Rockford’s hot housing market slightly cooled in spring, breaking a long streak - Rock River Current
By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our free e-newsletter ROCKFORD — The city's rank among the hottest housing markets in the country took a dip this spring, but things haven't cooled off much with...
https://www.rockrivercurrent.com/2026/06/rockfords-hot-housing-market-slightly-cooled-in-spring-breaking-a-long-streak/
13 days ago
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When is Cape Verde's next World Cup game? Shop tickets now
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When is Cape Verde's next World Cup game? Shop tickets now
Be there when Cape Verde faces Uruguay in a World Cup Group H matchup on Sunday, June 21
https://rrstar.com/story/shopping/sports/tickets/2026/06/15/buy-uruguay-cabo-verde-world-cup-tickets/90410146007/
14 days ago
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Roscoe zoning board reviews proposal for housing development
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Roscoe zoning board reviews proposal for housing development
Roscoe zoning board reviews proposal for housing developmentFor...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y4RgQz3uwqQ
17 days ago
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Boone-Winnebago Regional Office of Education holds Summer Symposium
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Boone-Winnebago Regional Office of Education holds Summer Symposium
Boone-Winnebago Regional Office of Education holds Summer Symposium...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lwhlyrHHnSo
17 days ago
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Middle school students learn welding at Rock Valley College Makers Camp
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Middle school students learn welding at Rock Valley College Makers Camp
Rock Valley College is hosting a Makers Camp at the Advanced Techno...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_phMsQt29tk
17 days ago
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Rochelle Elementary School Board: Tilton School expansion on track for fall opening
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Rochelle Elementary School Board: Tilton School expansion on track for fall opening
The Rochelle Elementary School District Board of Education heard an update June 10 on its current Tilton Elementary School addition project.
https://www.shawlocal.com/ogle-county-news/2026/06/11/rochelle-elementary-school-board-tilton-school-expansion-on-track-for-fall-opening/
18 days ago
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Rockford Public Library's Adult Online High School celebrates largest graduating class
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Rockford Public Library’s Adult Online High School celebrates largest graduating class
Eighty-one graduates from the Rockford Public Library’s Adult Online High School earned their high school diplomas at a commencement ceremony held at the Coronado Theatre, marking the largest…
https://www.mystateline.com/news/rockford-library-adult-high-school/
18 days ago
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Rockton paraprofessionals push school district for living wage - WIFR
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Rockton paraprofessionals push school district for living wage
Some staff members claim raises aren't enough to cover the cost to survive. The district's superintendent weighs in.
https://www.wifr.com/2026/06/09/rockton-paraprofessionals-push-school-district-living-wage/
19 days ago
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Rockford's housing market remains hot with record-breaking sales from April | MyStateline
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Rockford’s housing market remains hot with record-breaking sales from April
Rockford’s housing market continued its strong performance in April, with new numbers indicating the market remains hot and in-demand.
https://www.mystateline.com/news/rockfords-housing-market-remains-hot-with-record-breaking-sales-from-april/
19 days ago
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McNamara says data centers won’t be eligible to benefit from proposed TIF
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McNamara says data centers won’t be eligible to benefit from proposed TIF - Rock River Current
Land in proposed TIF has other industrial plans, too By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our free e-newsletter ROCKFORD — Mayor Tom McNamara said on Tuesday that data centers will not be eligible to...
https://www.rockrivercurrent.com/2026/06/mcnamara-says-data-centers-wont-be-eligible-to-benefit-from-new-south-rockford-tif/
19 days ago
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Rockford TIF plan blocks data center incentives
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Rockford TIF plan blocks data center incentives
According to a city announcement, language has been added to the South Rockford Industrial TIF redevelopment plan that bars data centers from being eligible for TIF assistance.
https://www.mystateline.com/news/rockford-tif-plan-blocks-data-center-incentives/
20 days ago
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Rockford motion does not pass to fund a mobile grocery store to serve low-income neighborhoods
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Rockford motion does not pass to fund a mobile grocery store to serve low-income neighborhoods
The Rockford City Planning and Development Committee approved a funding agreement for a proposed mobile grocery store, allocating nearly $830,000. This funding aims to help launch the store, which …
https://www.mystateline.com/news/rockford-motion-does-not-pass-to-fund-a-mobile-grocery-store-to-serve-low-income-neighborhoods/
20 days ago
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Rockton School District paraprofessionals resigning amid pay concerns
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Rockton School District paraprofessionals resigning amid pay concerns
Current and former staff gathered outside the district’s board meeting to voice their concerns over compensation.
https://www.mystateline.com/news/rockton-school-district-paraprofessionals-resigning-amid-pay-concerns/
20 days ago
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Remembering when Stacey King coached the Rockford Lightning
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Remembering when Stacey King coached the Rockford Lightning
Remembering when Stacey King coached the Rockford LightningStay i...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eI2ueymzDPA
21 days ago
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Rockford Midtown Market returns for 2026 | Video |
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Rockford Midtown Market returns for 2026
It's taking place indoors at Katie's Cup in Rockford's Midtown neighborhood.
https://www.wrex.com/video/rockford-midtown-market-returns-for-2026/video_09cb9260-ee93-537f-b44e-84375f60abcc.html
24 days ago
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Rockford Public Schools weigh funding options to fill $50 million gap
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Rockford Public Schools weigh funding options to fill $50 million gap
Rockford Public Schools is considering options to address a $50 mil...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-XjTzJIPxK8
25 days ago
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Rockford Public Schools weigh funding options for Facility Master Plan
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Rockford Public Schools weigh funding options for Facility Master Plan
Rockford Public Schools is considering options to address a $50 million funding gap in its facility master plan. The original plan, approved at $180 million, has seen its cost increase to $210 mill…
https://www.mystateline.com/news/rockford-public-schools-weigh-funding-options-for-facility-master-plan/
26 days ago
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Federal grants of $70 million awarded to Illinois health organizations
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Federal grants of $70 million awarded to Illinois health organizations
Local organizations across Illinois will share nearly $70 million i...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzrI8yJozDI
26 days ago
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Rockford mayor discusses housing needs
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Rockford mayor discusses housing needs
Monday’s city council meeting approved two special use permit reque...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=viv10lTl0tw
26 days ago
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Rockford approves new housing complex, sparks concerns of pricing out low-income renters
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Rockford approves new housing complex, sparks concerns of pricing out low-income renters
The project aims to address the city’s housing shortage through multiple housing projects, but some residents are worried it could price out low-income renters.
https://www.mystateline.com/news/rockford-approves-new-housing-complex-sparks-concerns-of-pricing-out-low-income-renters/
26 days ago
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Rockford City Council approves University Hill, a new mixed-use development with 350 apartments
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Rockford City Council approves University Hill, a new mixed-use development with 350 apartments - Rock River Current
By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — City Council members have cleared the way for a new mixed-use development that could bring up to 350 apartments to one of the last undeveloped...
https://www.rockrivercurrent.com/2026/06/rockford-city-council-approves-university-hill-a-new-mixed-use-development-with-350-apartments/
27 days ago
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Local leaders react to Illinois' 2027 Fiscal Year Budget, the largest in state history - WREX
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Local leaders react to Illinois' 2027 Fiscal Year Budget, the largest in state history: The new taxes being brought forward
The budget was passed very early Monday morning.
https://www.wrex.com/video/local-leaders-react-to-illinois-2027-fiscal-year-budget-the-largest-in-state-history-the/video_7ec50242-725a-5be7-97c9-9fd699e2fc9b.html
27 days ago
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Hard Rock Casino and Forest Hills Country Club host John Daly golf outing - WIFR
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Hard Rock Casino and Forest Hills Country Club host John Daly golf outing
Major champion golfer John Daly and others joined together for a golf tournament for charity.
https://www.wifr.com/video/2026/06/02/hard-rock-casino-forest-hills-country-club-host-john-daly-golf-outing/
27 days ago
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Belvidere School District to turn former Pope clinic into employee wellness center
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Belvidere School District to turn former Pope clinic into employee wellness center - Rock River Current
Move will help expand alternative high school By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Renovations are underway to turn the former Pope chiropractic clinic into the Belvidere School...
https://www.rockrivercurrent.com/2026/06/belvidere-school-district-to-turn-former-pope-clinic-into-employee-wellness-center/
27 days ago
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City Council to review large-scale housing development in Rockford - MyStateline
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City Council to review large-scale housing development in Rockford
A major mixed-use housing project moved a step closer to approval Tuesday after Rockford’s Codes and Regulation Committee voted to advance the proposal to the full City Council.
https://www.mystateline.com/video/city-council-to-review-large-scale-housing-development-in-rockford/11830230/
29 days ago
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Olson Park and Maple Elementary Schools mark their last day of school amid consolidation
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Olson Park and Maple Elementary Schools mark their last day of school amid consolidation
The district is closing the schools after facing declining enrollment and a budget deficit.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YBaZDwLgmeU
about 1 month ago
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If your 'clean laundry' still stinks, try this detergent for under $15
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If your 'clean laundry' still stinks, try this detergent for under $15
Odors can cling deep between fibers. This Arm & Hammer Deep Clean Odor Formula uses pH Power Technology and ionic micro-scrubbers to clean deeper.
https://www.usatoday.com/story/shopping/trending/2026/05/27/arm-hammer-deep-clean-odor-detergent/90280629007/
about 1 month ago
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Belvidere honors Perry Elementary’s legacy ahead of closure
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Belvidere honors Perry Elementary’s legacy ahead of closure
Belvidere honors Perry Elementary’s legacy ahead of closureFor ...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=baYBOme6AU8
about 1 month ago
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Rockford committee backs 350-unit apartment complex near Rockford University
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Rockford committee backs 350-unit apartment complex near Rockford University
The development calls for 350 residential units along with ground-floor parking, a shared courtyard or open space, and three standalone commercial buildings.
https://www.mystateline.com/news/rockford-committee-backs-350-unit-apartment-complex-near-rockford-university/
about 1 month ago
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Boone-Winnebago Regional Office of Education Summer Symposium returns to Rockford June 9
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Boone-Winnebago Regional Office of Education Summer Symposium returns to Rockford June 9
Boone-Winnebago Regional Office of Education Summer Symposium retur...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OeHykEzVMO0
about 1 month ago
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What are the most popular Memorial Day mattress sales?
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Still time to shop these popular extended Memorial Day mattress sales
Sleep brands like Tempur‑Pedic, DreamCloud, Saatva and Nectar have extended their Memorial Day sales with crazy discounts.
https://www.usatoday.com/story/shopping/deals/memorial-day/2026/05/25/popular-mattress-sales/90250286007/
about 1 month ago
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One of America's Best Casino Experiences is in Rockford
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Hard Rock Casino Rockford Takes Home 7 National Awards
Hard Rock Casino Rockford earned seven top honors in Casino Player Magazine's 2026 Best of Dining and Nightlife Awards, spotlighting its dining, service, and entertainment offerings.
https://q985online.com/hard-rock-rockford-wins-casino-awards/
about 1 month ago
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Rockford Teacher Honored for Extraordinary Dedication
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'She Refuses to Give Up': Rockford Teacher Honored for Extraordinary Dedication
Congratulations, Rebecca Gocken from Winnebago County Juvenile Detention Center!
https://97zokonline.com/totw-rebecca-gocken-rockford/
about 1 month ago
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Rockford Public Schools approves contract amendment for incoming superintendent - WIFR
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Rockford Public Schools approves contract amendment for incoming superintendent
https://www.wifr.com/video/2026/05/20/rockford-public-schools-approves-contract-amendment-incoming-superintendent/
about 1 month ago
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Hahn to retire from Rochelle Middle School: ‘I hope kids remember that I made learning fun’
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Hahn to retire from Rochelle Middle School: ‘I hope kids remember that I made learning fun’
Rochelle Middle School social studies teacher Beth Hahn will retire this month after teaching sixth grade for the past 33 years.
https://www.shawlocal.com/ogle-county-news/2026/05/17/hahn-to-retire-from-rochelle-middle-school-i-hope-kids-remember-that-i-made-learning-fun/
about 1 month ago
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Rockford school board to vote on multiple leadership appointments | MyStateline
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Rockford school board to vote on multiple leadership appointments
The appointments are scheduled to be considered during a closed session at the board’s meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the district’s central office, 501 Seventh St.
https://www.mystateline.com/news/rockford-school-board-to-vote-on-multiple-leadership-appointments/
about 1 month ago
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Rockford City Market kicks off 17th season Friday with new options and old favorites - WREX
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Rockford City Market kicks off 17th season Friday with new options and old favorites
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WREX) — As the weather heats up, summer events make their return, including Rockford City Market.
https://www.wrex.com/news/rockford-city-market-kicks-off-17th-season-friday-with-new-options-and-old-favorites/article_ad438d10-d335-4b3e-9f8b-0b637a28f3a8.html
about 1 month ago
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Harlem School District makes final plans for consolidation with changes starting in August
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Harlem School District makes final plans for consolidation with changes starting in August
Bus routes and some staff roles are a couple of the shifts within the district.
https://www.wrex.com/news/harlem-school-district-makes-final-plans-for-consolidation-with-changes-starting-in-august/article_5ded26b6-38cb-4b8c-8f18-359c4c1a2c1a.html
about 1 month ago
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Rockford schools to consider new superintendent contract amendment
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Rockford schools to consider new superintendent contract amendment
Discussion of Huff’s pact comes as the district transitions leadership following the tenure of longtime Superintendent Ehren Jarrett.
https://www.mystateline.com/news/rockford-schools-to-consider-new-superintendent-contract-amendment/
about 1 month ago
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White to retire from Rochelle Township High School after 25 years of teaching English
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White to retire from Rochelle Township High School after 25 years of teaching English
Danae White will retire this month after 25 years of teaching English at Rochelle Township High School.
https://www.shawlocal.com/ogle-county-news/2026/05/15/white-to-retire-from-rochelle-township-high-school-after-25-years-of-teaching-english/
about 1 month ago
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Rockford teacher receives national literacy education award
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Rockford teacher receives national literacy education award
Rockford teacher receives national literacy education awardFor more Local News from WIFR: https://www.wifr.com/For more YouTube Content: https://www.youtube....
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-fK5igTMuQI
about 1 month ago
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