Jumpers take on Rogue cold for Sweetheart Splash on zero degree day

FEELING SOULFUL—The Blues Brothers of the First Congregational Church of Rockford jump into the icy Rogue River not once, not twice, but three times Saturday and earn the trophy in the group division.

Everyone came out promptly by BETH ALTENA Judge and meteorologist George Lessons said with the wind chill the temperature for the 17th annual Sweetheart Splash at the Rockford dam was at about zero. This was good news/bad news for participants, who, a week before, likely were outdoors without jackets. The days-earlier appearance of winter from [...]

Rockford Rams sign on for future football

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Six players sign letters of intent for college Six Rockford Rams football players were among athletes who signed letters of intent with the college or university of their choice at Celebration Cinema Wednesday, Jan. 31. The National Letter of Intent Day is the traditional day for athletes to make the commitment to continue their athletic [...]

Officers and kids eat, play together in Youth Night

Program pairs police with middle school-age students Play kickball with cops, enjoy pizza and refreshments, Parisi speed school and pool games, win prizes and more. Kids from all around the area, not just Rockford, are invited to have a blast at MVP Sports Club this Friday, Feb. 10 from 8 to 11 p.m. at the [...]

Storied a cappella group visits Rockford

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The UM Friars are bringing their patented blend of a cappella and comedy to Rockford High School (RHS) on February 11 at 7 p.m. They will be sharing the stage with RHS’ own Rockford Aces, a 12-voice men’s a cappella group that is part of the Rockford choir program. The concert is a benefit, with [...]

Squire is on the scene at the Super Bowl

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This Rockford Squire reader was at the big game with his hometown newspaper last Superbowl Sunday. He was kind enough to take a picture and send it along. We have a card good for a free classified ad to the first person who visits our office and can identify him and spell his last name [...]