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Center Stage: Concerts, shows and more in the Rockford area
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - A look at the concerts, shows and more in the area. Friday, Feb. 13, doors at 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14, 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14, 9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14, 7 p.m. Caravan. Thursday, Feb. 19, 6 p.m. Groove Hotel. Friday, Feb. 20, 7 p.m.
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Wisconsin fisherman transforms an old porta potty into a cozy ice fishing shanty
COBB, Wis. (WMTV) - A man from Green County has taken an old, retired porta potty and transformed it into his own personal ice fishing shanty. He calls it the “Crappie Shack” (pronounced like the species of fish. Craah-pee) His creation is turning heads on frozen lakes across...
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Sampling the Stateline: Ned's Diner in Belvidere
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Petunia Festival Seeks Volunteers Ahead of 62nd Celebration and America’s 250th Birthday
Even with temperatures below freezing and hazardous icy sidewalks, the Petunia Festival is already looking for volunteers to help celebrate our nation’s 250th birthday on July 4. This will also be the 62nd Petunia Fest. “Our big push for volunteers isn’t until April and May,” said Rob Bates, president...
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This Illinois restaurant offers a rare chance to eat inside a 19th-century train car
This isn’t just dinner, it’s a time jump served with a menu. At Bull Moose Bar & Grille in Sandwich, Illinois, you’re not sitting near history — you’re sitting inside it. A restored 19th-century train car anchors the space, turning an ordinary night out into something you’ll talk about on the drive home.
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This Vintage Illinois Restaurant Is Known For Its French Onion Perfection
There is a certain kind of comfort that only a vintage steakhouse can deliver, the kind that starts before the first bite. Elba’s Golden Steer has been part of the dinner rhythm in Forest Park, Illinois, since 1969, and it carries that history without making a show of it.
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Moving In/Moving Out: The Raven opens in Rockford
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - This week’s business updates:. New Rockford restaurant, The Raven, opens during Restaurant Week. The restaurant is a new venture for established local chef, Scott Carlson, and partners Randy and Betsy Baker, of Baker Street Burgers. Diners can expect bold and comforting dishes with throughful wine pairings and warm hospitality.
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This Illinois Restaurant Turns A Vintage Train Car Into A Dining Room
Take a stroll down Main Street in Sandwich, Illinois, and you’ll find yourself stepping into something truly different at Bull Moose Bar & Grille. Here, a beautifully restored 19th-century railcar isn’t just part of the décor, it’s your dining room. The cozy, welcoming vibe of this...
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This Illinois Diner Makes Friday Fish Fry The Best Meal Of The Week
Friday fish fry is not just a meal in the Midwest, it is a ritual that brings people together after a long week. Uncle John’s Family Restaurant in Belvidere, Illinois has perfected this tradition, turning their Friday night service into something locals circle on their calendars. With generous portions,...