Rockford Events

Coming to Rockford, a winter outdoor drive-in movie.

I think it's fair to assume that most of us are really tired of this incredibly frigid weather we've been enduring for nearly two weeks (with about 10 more days to go).

Come on Joey, read the room.

Besides concerts, some of Rockford's favorite moments at the BMO Harris Bank Center.

During a show in Rockford, comedian Howie Mandel orders pizza on stage for 4,000 fans attending the show.

Looking outside, I can see that the problematic weather that pushed back this year's Illinois Snow Sculpting Competition a week (the weather interfered with snow-making equipment) is quite obviously gone.

One of my favorite memories of my kids growing up revolves around schools being cancelled for a snow day.

We've discussed the effect that almost a year's worth of pandemic lockdowns has had on all of us in one way or another, from restaurants and other businesses to students and their parents. Our nation's senior citizens, in particular those who are in long-term care facilities, have had…

I wanted to give you a heads-up on this a little ahead of time so you can make your plans accordingly to help out your favorite restaurants as they continue to battle for survival.

I know that I'm not alone in thinking that the Rockford area has looked absolutely stunning over the last couple of days.