Kings
Kings, IL · Lifestyle
nrn.com
Starbird makes its debut in the Midwest
Starbird has added more new markets to its footprint, opening its first Chicago-area restaurant in St. Charles, Illinois, on Oct. 19. This marks the fast-casual chicken chain’s debut in the Midwest and comes on the heels of a new franchise agreement to develop 15 locations across Washington state. The...
takemetotn.com
everafterinthewoods.com
rockrivercurrent.com
Beef-a-Roo’s comeback is underway, with the first of 8 restaurants reopening Oct. 29
ROCKFORD — The first of eight local Beef-a-Roo restaurants that shuttered this summer will reopen next week. The new owners of the Rockford-area Beef-a-Roo restaurants announced that they’ll reopen at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 29 at 6593 Lexus Drive. Opening dates are not yet set for the...
northernstar.info
Fargo Chainsaw Massacre hits DeKalb Sunday
Editor’s Note: Shortly after this article’s publication the lineup for Fargo Venue’s show this Sunday changed. Carrion Feeder will now be covering both Mortician and Misfits, Skinblasted will still be covering Hatebreed and Termina will no longer be performing. “You don’t have to go to Chicago for...
MyStateline.com WTVO WQRF
Noah’s Ark Animal Sanctuary closes kennel for seven days due to kennel cough outbreak
Noah's Ark Animal Sanctuary in Rockford temporarily closed its kennel following an outbreak of kennel cough and will suspend kennel operations for seven days to provide medical treatment to the dogs.
Rockford Register Star
Rockford airport to launch ticketless parking system
Chicago Rockford International Airport will introduce ticketless parking technology on Oct. 26. The airport will be the first in Illinois to use a recognition-based parking platform from Metropolis, according to a community announcement. The technology will allow travelers to enter and leave airport parking facilities without pulling a ticket or stopping at a payment kiosk, according to a community announcement. Travelers who complete a one-time registration can drive into a parking lot, park and leave when their trip is complete while payment is processed automatically and receipts are delivered electronically. Airport officials said the new system is intended to simplify the parking process before passengers reach the terminal. "Travelers choose RFD because it is easy, and parking should be the easiest part of all," said Zack Oakley, Executive Director at Chicago Rockford International Airport. "This is one more step in a broader effort to modernize the experience our passengers have before they ever reach the gate. Drive in, park, drive out, and get on with the trip." The rollout expands an existing relationship between the airport and Metropolis. For more than three years, Metropolis Valet has operated at RFD. Airport officials said Metropolis technology also supported overflow parking operations in
northernstar.info
VIDEO: NIU dining serves up southern food at Patterson
NIU Dining hosted the Southern USA Special Dinner on Oct. 21, serving classic southern dishes to students. Perla Esquer is a senior from Mexico majoring in media studies. She enjoys video production, tennis and she is a part of the cheer team.
takemetotn.com
MyStateline.com
The ‘Dancing with The Stars’ Ballroom Drama is HOT!
Rockford, Ill (WTVO) — Tonight, on Instachat, we’re talking about Dancing with The Stars, Paul McCartney, Taylor Swift, and Selena Gomez!. Kicking things off tonight with some hot drama straight out of the ballroom! If you’re not following along, here’s what happened. Last week, judge, Carrie Ann Enaba critiqued, pro, Jenna Johnson’s performance. Her husband, fellow pro, Val Chmerkovsky, made a TikTok video in response to the comment that was targeted at Carrie Ann, so he got suspended from this week’s show. This means his partner, another Jenna, Jenna Dewan, will now be dancing with Alan Bersten, another pro who was already eliminated this season. It’s a lot of tea and you can read all about it over on the GDS Instagram story!
WIFR
First Beef-a-Roo restaurant to reopen in Rockford. Here’s when
rockrivercurrent.com
Rockford Roasting Co. opens new location on South Alpine in Rockford
ROCKFORD — Rockford Roasting Co. is expanding outside of downtown with a second location at the Forest City Church complex on South Alpine Road. The locally owned cafe has moved into 1292 S. Alpine Road. It fills the space about a month after the closure of Velvet Robot Coffee Lab, which had operated there for five years. Longtime Rockford residents will know the site as part of the former Colonial Village Mall.
dekalb.org
Lincoln Inn / Faranda’s Is Looking for Its Next Kitchen Leader
Lincoln Inn Restaurant and Faranda’s Banquet Center & Catering is looking for a full-time Kitchen Lead to join our growing, locally owned, family-run business in DeKalb. We’re looking for someone who is a great cook, takes pride in their work, enjoys being part of a team, and is eager to grow into a leadership role. Previous leadership experience is a plus, but the right attitude, strong cooking skills, and a willingness to learn are just as important.
WIFR
On The Go: Aaron and Tyler test their luck at Ho-Chunk Casino Beloit
hoodline.com
Gyro Junction Rushes Into Former Rusty Taco Spot in Rockford, Illinois, After 13 Months and 14 Days
A new gyro restaurant is moving into the East State Street space that Rusty Taco abandoned after barely a year in business, with owner Ahmed Siddiq racing to finish renovations and secure a city license before opening. Gyro Junction plans to take over the building at 6905 E. State St. in Rockford, Illinois, at the southwest corner of East State Street and Perryville Road, in a strip that also houses Educators of Beauty and Primetime Audio/Video.
rockrivercurrent.com
Photos | Cleanup progress (before and after) at the former Rockford armory
ROCKFORD — The Rockford Area Arts Council opened the doors of the former Illinois National Guard Armory on Friday to show off progress on its cleanup of the site. Here’s a look at the site today (with a few “before” pictures at the end for comparison).