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Smokin Coop BBQ Pit
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WM DaySpa Salon
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2026 Halloween trunk-or-treat events in the Rockford area
Trunk-or-treat events are being held throughout October throughout the Rockford area, offering opportunities for children to collect candy and show off their costumes before Halloween.
Full story at yahoo.com ↗
Community rallies around Zae’s Classic Chicago Hotdog and Polish family after loss
Community rallies around Zae's Classic Chicago Hotdog and Polish restaurant after the loss of 18-year-old daughter, Yvette English.
Full story at rockfordnewsfirst.com ↗
Little River Band Set First 2027 Dates, Including Three Shows With Marshall Tucker Band
Little River Band has announced its first concert dates for 2027, including three shows with the Marshall Tucker Band.
Full story at rockumweb.com ↗
State-Funded Illinois Study Finds 26% of Tested Hemp Edibles Exceeded 10mg THC Per Piece, One Contained 121mg
A state-funded study conducted by researchers at the University of Illinois Chicago found that 26% of non-CBD edibles contained more than 10 milligrams of delta-9 THC per unit, including one product with 121.4 milligram, exceeding the state’s 100-milligram limit for an entire package of licensed ma…
Full story at themarijuanaherald.com ↗
State Senator Sue Rezin Applauds Major Nuclear Investment Bringing 4,200 Construction Jobs To Illinois
Google and Constellation have announced a long-term agreement to support over $4.3 billion in investments to increase generation at 11 existing nuclear reactors in Illinois, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey.
Full story at wjol.com ↗
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