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Rockford Education Association votes in favor of agreement with RPS
1+ hour, 38+ min ago (148+ words) ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - The Rockford Education Association voted over the weekend to approve an agreement with the Rockford Public Schools District, according to a news release on Monday. An all-member meeting was held where the REA voted in favor of the…...
Stateline Slam Play of the Week Nominations - Week of Feb. 16, 2026
12+ hour, 35+ min ago (84+ words) The 52nd annual Boat, Vacation and Fishing Show has an exciting lineup over the weekend for stateline boating and outdoor enthusiasts. A locally-founded charity for veterans holds the first ever ... Stateline Slam Play of the Week Nominations - Week of Feb. 16, 2026 Rockford…...
Celebrity Chef Fabio Viviani Returns to Rockford
13+ hour, 22+ min ago (81+ words) Celebrity chef Fabio Viviani returned to Rockford for a sold-out event at Franchesco's Ristorante, drawing another sold-out crowd. Celebrity Chef Fabio Viviani Returns to Rockford Rockford Education Association votes in favor of agreement with RP Cold and sunny today, rain…...
Whitehead Elementary’s ‘Kiss a Pig’ fundraiser raised donation for school
21+ hour, 17+ min ago (226+ words) Whitehead Elementary School students got the chance to learn about agriculture in a unique way on Friday: a smooch from a pig. ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Whitehead Elementary School students got the chance to learn about agriculture in a unique way on…...
Whiteside Elementary’s ‘Kiss a Pig’ fundraiser raises hundreds for district
21+ hour, 19+ min ago (73+ words) Whitehead Elementary School students got the chance to learn about agriculture in a unique way on Friday: a smooch from a pig. Whiteside Elementary's "Kiss a Pig' fundraiser raises hundreds for district Rockford's African Methodist Episcopal Church celebrates Founder's Day…...
Local Church Launches Diversity Initiative with Focus on Immigrant Support
21+ hour, 39+ min ago (94+ words) A local Minneapolis church hosted the first program of 2026 through its Diversity Team, titled "Loving Our Neighbors in Minneapolis: How Everyone Can Be Part of the Movement to Support Immigrants." ... Local Church Launches Diversity Initiative with Focus on Immigrant Support…...
Harlem captures back-to-back IHSA Girls Bowling State Titles
1+ day, 12+ hour ago (122+ words) ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Harlem's girl's bowling team won its ninth state title and program history Saturday as the 2026 IHSA State Final concluded at The Cherry Bowl. The win also gives them back-to-back titles and their fourth 1st place trophy within the last…...
VetsRoll debuts 2 short films at Harlem High School
1+ day, 14+ hour ago (238+ words) MACHESNEY PARK, Ill. (WIFR) - A locally-founded charity for veterans holds the first ever doubleheader showing of two documentaries on Sunday. From 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m., Feb. 22, VetsRoll will show the short films for free in the Harlem High School auditorium, 1 Huskie Cir. in Machesney…...
Harlem bowling captures 9th IHSA State Title
1+ day, 20+ hour ago (328+ words) Members of Allen Chapel AME Church gathered Saturday to celebrate Founder's Day and honor the legacy of Richard Allen, the founder of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. Members of the NAACP's ... Harlem bowling captures 9th IHSA State Title Salvation Army hosts…...
NAACP Rockford Branch holds centennial Black History Month celebration
1+ day, 21+ hour ago (141+ words) ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Members of the NAACP's Rockford Branch and area residents came together on Saturday for a special Black History Month celebration. On the afternoon of Feb. 21, Rockford Public Library filled with community members celebrating the full sweep of Black…...