Chamber candidate forum set for June 22

The Rockford Chamber of Commerce (RCC) is proud to announce that they will be hosting a candidate forum from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 22. The event will take place at Boulder Creek Golf Club, 5750 Brewer Ave., Belmont, and will feature the candidates running for Michigan’s 73rd District House of Representatives. The [...]

Kimberly’s donates to NKSC

Kimberly Smith of Kimberly's Boutique presenting check to Sandi Waite of North Kent Service Center.

Kimberly’s Boutique, a specialty retailer in Rockford, announced that it is presenting a $2,000 donation to North Kent Service Center (NKSC) as part of Brighton’s Feed Our Friends fundraiser. Kimberly’s Boutique was among retailers across the United States that joined with Brighton last summer in selling a limited-edition collection of semi-precious jewelry designed especially to [...]

Sports Commission has brought in over $140 million in revenue to West Michigan

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Townships, City learn financial opportunities of Rockford sports complex By Matt Marn  The Plainfield Township board welcomed the township boards and planning commissions of Algoma Township and the City of Rockford the evening of Tuesday, May 25, for a special combined meeting. The informational meeting discussed the project of creating a sports center, complete with [...]

The Huntington Rogue River Blues Series begins

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The Huntington Rogue River Blues concert series at Garden Club Park began Tuesday, June 15. Enjoy this free entertainment this summer.

Kids ages 17, under invited to swim, bike, run with officers

The Rockford Area Kids Triathlon will be held on July 10, at the Rockford High School. All proceeds benefit the local DARE and Explorers Program. Pictured are (left to right), Sgt. Kevin Sweeney of the Michigan State Police, F/Lt. Chris McIntire of the Michigan State Police, Deputy Tonya Walkons of the Kent County Sheriff’s Department, and Jason Bradley of the Rockford City Police Department.

Having a great time with lots of law enforcement officers is just one benefit of signing up for this year’s Triathlon to be held at Rockford High School Saturday, July 10 starting at 9 a.m. Kids who participate—with or without their parents—will enjoy a well deserved sense of accomplishment when they have completed the three-part [...]