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Rockford Public Library highlights frequently banned books during Banned Books Week
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Banned Books Week began Monday, launching an annual event that advocates for the freedom to read by highlighting attempts to ban books. The Rockford Public Library is spending the week highlighting books that are frequently banned. More than 5,600 titles were banned across the country last year, according to the American Library Association.
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Cash and Coffee: The Power of Volunteering – How Giving Back Can Pay Dividends
On this episode of Cash and Coffee, hosts Quinn Stahr and Emily Zimmerman take a break from traditional financial topics to talk about something that can have a lasting impact without putting money in your pocket: volunteerism. The conversation explores the value of giving back, especially for young people, and...
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Illness sinks three ‘Men on Boats’ performances
EDITORS NOTE: This is a developing story. The School of Theatre and Dance cancelled three “Men On Boats” performances scheduled for Thursday, Friday and Saturday last week due to cast and crew illness. Andy Dolan, director of marketing and communications for the College of Visual and Performing Arts,...
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Celebrate World Teachers’ Day October 5
Today, we join communities around the world in celebrating World Teachers’ Day, launched by UNESCO in 1994 to honor the educators who change lives every single day. Here in Rockton, Roscoe and South Beloit, we’re proud to recognize the teachers who pour their hearts into our students the mentors, the encouragers, the steady hands guiding the next generation.
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Daylon Hendrix Advances to Byron Sectional After Outstanding Regional Golf Performance
Daylon Hendrix Advances to Byron Sectional After Strong Regional Performance. Congratulations to Daylon Hendrix on an outstanding performance at the Class 1A Rock Falls Regional at Deer Valley Golf Course! Hendrix battled through a three-way playoff for the spot at sectionals, showcasing his composure and determination on the course. His strong regional performance earned him a spot in the next round of postseason competition.
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Pack Up The Car And Visit This Delightfully Quirky Small Town Museum In Illinois Today
Somewhere in the suburbs of Chicago, a small town is quietly harboring one of the most unexpectedly joyful collections you’ll ever lay eyes on. The Sock Monkey Museum in Long Grove, Illinois is exactly what it sounds like, and somehow, it’s even better than you’re imagining right now.
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Tinker Swiss Cottage wins $600K grant to support preservation of the historic Rockford home
ROCKFORD — Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum and Gardens has won a $618,663 grant from the National Park Service to support ongoing efforts to preserve the historic structure. The History of Equal Rights Historic Preservation funding will allow the museum, 411 Kent St. on the city’s southwest side, to refurbish architectural features, restore the west walkway and stabilize the limestone bluff on which the historic cottage is perched.
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Along the Rock: Discover Dixon’s October Events – Scarecrow Festival, Chili Cook-Off & Trick-or-Treating
On this episode of Along the Rock, host Kierstyn Long sits down with Jennifer Lang and Lucas Pauley from Discover Dixon to talk about everything happening in Dixon this fall. With October approaching, Discover Dixon is preparing for a packed calendar of events designed to bring families, visitors, businesses, and community members together. From chili and football to scarecrows, pumpkin races, parades, and Halloween treats, there will be plenty of ways to enjoy the season.
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Brick Streets And A 1920s Movie Palace Keep Downtown Woodstock, Illinois Charming
Orson Welles once walked across a small-town stage in northern Illinois, and you can still buy a ticket to sit under that very same roof. Brick streets circle a leafy town square nearby, and the whole scene looks like a movie set because, well, it actually was one. For Illinois...
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Delavan celebrates German culture with its Oktoberfest on Saturday
Jason Cregier: Dancing, brats, beer and much more. It’s October in the Midwest. This Saturday the town of Delavan, Wi celebrates with its Oktoberfest. Joining us to discuss the day’s events is Rachael Miskie of Delavan Friends of the Park, which is hosting the festival. Rachael, thanks for...
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Beloved Rockford musician Michael “Hilly” Hillenburg dies
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First look: Former Rockford Lithuanian Club is now The Copper Lantern
ROCKFORD — Inside a new event venue on the city’s southwest side, Shawn and Libbey Cox incorporated touches of color from their own wedding into a revamped space that they hope serves as a home for other families’ biggest celebrations. The Rockford couple spent the past seven...