 

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

In this segment, Director Amy Newell outlines the fundraiser date, the new ideas and the traditions of Choc Froc 2026 February 26th 2026 at the Tebala Event Center.  The 19th annual event details as well as 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 at City Council including the former Rockford Register Star Building and the Clock Factory. He also recaps all of the other initiatives that were approved. He also talks about the warming centers and how the city is helping battle the cold, and recaps his latest Town Hall Meeting and promotes his next one, January 29th.

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SEGMENT #1: Choc Froc Talk w/ Amy Newell/The ARC/Sugar Britches&nbsp;
In this segment, Director Amy Newell outlines the fundraiser date, the new ideas and the traditions of Choc Froc 2026 February 26th 2026 at the Tebala Event Center.&nbsp; The 19th annual event details as well as 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&nbsp;<a href="mailto:mary@artsforeveryone.com">Mary McNamara Bernsten</a>&nbsp;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&nbsp;<a href="http://artsforeveryone.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://artsforeveryone.com&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1769301373837000&amp;usg=AOvVaw03QXlu3fOur0-JHyR3ClIe">ArtsForEveryone.com</a>. Also recaps the government $1.5 Million Dollar Grant to refurbish the Armory, and submissions for the 2026 Poet Laureate.&nbsp;&nbsp;
 SEGMENT #3: Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara&nbsp;
 In this segment Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara recaps what was approved at City Council including the former Rockford Register Star Building and the Clock Factory. He also recaps all of the other initiatives that were approved. He also talks about the warming centers and how the city is helping battle the cold, and recaps his latest Town Hall Meeting and promotes his next one, January 29th.

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Welcome to The Stateline Podcast, the podcast that brings you an in-depth exploration of the week's most compelling stories, events, and happenings right here in the Stateline. Join us as we unravel the threads of our community's narrative, providing you with insightful discussions, exclusive interviews, and a closer look at the people, places, and events shaping our region.
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