SEGMENT #1: Choc Froc Talk w/ Amy Newell/The ARC/Sugar Britches

In this segment, Director Amy Newell outlines the new ideas and the traditions of Choc Froc, February 26th at the Tebala Event Center. Including the 19th annual event details and where the funds from this fundraiser are applied to for service and individuals with developmental disabilities. In addition, Jeannie of Sugar Britches outlines why the chocolatier is helping the ARC and what chocolate creation Sugar Britches will be providing fundraiser goers.

SEGMENT #2: Rockford Area Arts Council Executive Director Mary McNamara Bernsten 

In this segment, Executive Director Mary McNamara Bernsten outlines the plans in 2026 to jump start the year for the Rockford Area Arts Council including calling for nominations for the coveted Arts Awards March 6th at RVC this year. Tickets and info at ArtsForEveryone.com. Also recaps the government $1.5 Million Dollar Grant to refurbish the Armory, and submissions for the 2026 Poet Laureate.

SEGMENT #3: Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara 

In this segment, Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara recaps what was approved and what was held over at the first City Council Meeting of the year, and recaps how residents can following along with the City on social media and outlines the places and ways to find information in 2026.