I grew up in the northwest suburbs of Chicago, surviving on a steady diet of Joe Walsh, Neil Young, Led Zeppelin and other REAL rock 'n roll artists. I moved to Colorado in the mid-80's and began my radio career there, working all over the state including Aspen and Vail. I moved to the Stateline in April 2001 and am lucky to call it home. My 2 boys go to school here and we have our favorite record shops, restaurants and hangouts spread out all over the Stateline!
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Rockford’s Bright Spots Shine
Rockford has been making some Top Ten lists lately, but not the sort you want to be included in. Finally, we're going to get some love for the Forest City.
’67 Belvidere Tornado Anniversary [VIDEO]
On April 21, 1967 a powerful F4 tornado ripped through Belvidere, injuring hundreds and killing twenty four people, mostly school children. It occurred at about 3:50pm, as school was letting out. Belvidere High School was demolished by the twister that continued into McHenry County before breaking up...
Decorah Eagle Cam
Everyone loves to eagle watch. It's impossible not to sit silently and watch them soar, fish or just sit on a high branch. This unique view is of a mating pair of bald eagles in Decorah, Iowa. There were three eggs laid and all three chicks are now growing at a rapid pace with new meals of fish, squirrel and rabbit being delivered periodically by the parents...
Famous Potholes in Rockford
This winter has been brutal. No doubt about it. If it's not sub-zero temperatures, it's 8 inches of snow. It's old. I'm sick of it. Old Man Winter can go jump in a lake. Nevermind it's frozen.
Warming Centers in Winnebago and Boone Counties
With cold weather, be sure to check on older friends and relatives. Here is a listing of Warming Centers in Winnebago and Boone counties:
Winnebago County:
Public Safety Building
420 W. State St., Rockford
M-F 7am-5pm
Village of Machesney Park
300 Roosevelt Rd...