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Plans to turn a pre-Civil War building into loft apartments and ground floor businesses are on track for summer 2027. rockrivercurrent.com/2026/10…

Developer: Pre-Civil War building’s revival on track to welcome first tenants in summer 2027 - Rock...

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our free mobile app ROCKFORD — One of the last standing pre-Civil War buildings in downtown is on track to enter its new era next summer, when it will welcome its...

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The Harlem Community Center will have a new name following its merger with the YMCA of Rock River Valley. rockrivercurrent.com/2026/10…

YMCA unveils new name for Harlem Community Center following merger - Rock River Current

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our free mobile app MACHENSEY PARK — The YMCA of Rock River Valley unveiled the new name for the Harlem Community Center on Thursday following the official merger...

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Henry Dorrbaker's is preparing to open a 6,000-square-foot expansion in December. rockrivercurrent.com/2026/10…

Henry Dorrbaker’s to expand with new golf simulator bays - Rock River Current

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our free mobile app BELOIT, Wis. — Henry Dorrbaker's announced on Thursday its plan to expand with more than 6,000 square feet of space featuring six golf...

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A local couple is bringing a new infrared-heated yoga and movement studio to East State Street and Perryville Road. rockrivercurrent.com/2026/10…

Local couple to bring new infrared yoga and movement studio to Rockford - Rock River Current

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our free mobile app ROCKFORD — A local couple is bringing a new infrared-heated yoga and movement studio to the southwest corner of East State Street and Perryv...

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“This designation recognizes the important role Rockford and Winnebago County played in helping win the war." rockrivercurrent.com/2026/10…

Rockford and Winnebago County earn American World War II Heritage City designation - Rock River...

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our free e-newsletter ROCKFORD — The National Parks Service has designated Rockford and Winnebago County as an American World War II Heritage City, honoring the...

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A former nursing home on South Mulford Road could be converted into a substance abuse treatment facility. rockrivercurrent.com/2026/10…

Former Rockford nursing home could be converted into substance use treatment facility - Rock River...

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our free mobile app ROCKFORD — A former nursing home along South Mulford Road could be turned into a substance abuse treatment facility under a proposal going...

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The card is set for the annual Rockford Hero Rumble. rockrivercurrent.com/2026/10…

Rockford Hero Rumble reveals card for fundraising fight between police and fire - Rock River Current

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our free mobile app ROCKFORD — Rockford Hero Rumble on Tuesday unveiled the lineup of firefighters, police officers and first responders who will compete in the...

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United Way Rock River Valley has unveiled an ambitious new chapter of its United for Literacy initiative. rockrivercurrent.com/2026/10…

United Way Rock River Valley unveils ambitious new chapter of United for Literacy initiative - Rock...

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our free mobile app ROCKFORD — United Way Rock River Valley on Tuesday unveiled the next chapter of its effort to improve childhood literacy rates across Winneb...

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A publicly traded funeral and cemetery company has acquired Honquest Family Funeral Homes in Loves Park and Roscoe.
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Locally owned Honquest Family Funeral Homes acquired by Park Lawn Corporation - Rock River Current

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our free e-newsletter LOVES PARK — A publicly traded company that operates funeral homes across the U.S. and Canada has acquired locally owned Honquest Family...

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Rockford Roasting Co. has opened a second location. rockrivercurrent.com/2026/10…

Rockford Roasting Co. opens new location on South Alpine in Rockford - Rock River Current

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our free mobile app ROCKFORD — Rockford Roasting Co. is expanding outside of downtown with a second location at the Forest City Church complex on South Alpine...

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Filing is now open for the Rockford mayor's race: rockrivercurrent.com/2026/10…

Rockford mayor candidates make campaigns official with filing - Rock River Current

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our free e-newsletter ROCKFORD — Two candidates for mayor lined up outside the Rockford Board of Elections Office on Monday morning to be the first to file their...

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A locally owned western boutique is coming to Perryville Commons. rockrivercurrent.com/2026/10…

New western boutique coming to Perryville Commons in Rockford - Rock River Current

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our free mobile app ROCKFORD — A locally owned western boutique is preparing to open inside the Perryville Commons shopping center, according to First Midwest...

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Attorney Aaron Buscemi has been selected to serve as the next public defender in Boone County. rockrivercurrent.com/2026/10…

Buscemi picked as next Boone County public defender - Rock River Current

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our free e-newsletter BELVIDERE — Attorney Aaron Buscemi has been selected by judges of the 17th Judicial Circuit Court to serve as the next public defender in...

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Goodwill will open its 13th retail store on Oct. 22. rockrivercurrent.com/2026/10…

Goodwill Industries of Northern Illinois set to open 13th retail store - Rock River Current

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our free e-newsletter WOODSTOCK — Goodwill Industries of Northern Illinois is preparing to open its 13th retail store across the 18 counties it serves. The newest...

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The Copper Lantern event space celebrated its grand opening today in southwest Rockford. rockrivercurrent.com/2026/10…

The Copper Lantern celebrates grand opening in southwest Rockford - Rock River Current

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our free e-newsletter ROCKFORD — The family behind The Copper Lantern cut the ribbon on Thursday on the new event space on the city's southwest side. Shawn and...

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Here's a preview of the future casino's food scene: rockrivercurrent.com/2026/10…

What’s the food scene at Ho-Chunk Gaming Beloit? Here’s a taste of what’s ahead - Rock River Current

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our free e-newsletter BELOIT, Wis. — When the first guests start pouring into Ho-Chunk Gaming Beloit next weekend, Dennis Fenrick wants the versatile food scene...

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