 

SEGMENT #1: ROCKFORD 4th of July Committee Ted O’Donnell & Tom Luepkes

In this segment, the 4th of July Committee pops in to outline the new launch location for the Rockford 4th of July Celebration, why it was moved, what is new for 2025 and how the community can support this totally supported by donation celebration. In addition, Ted O’Donnell and Tom Luepkes outline how businesses can sponsor and support this community event and parade. Details at 4thandLights.com 

 

SEGMENT #2: Go Rockford IRONMAN 70.3 June 22 needs volunteers 

GORockford VP Lindsay Arellano and Former Ironman and Volunteer Director Chris Hankins outline the need for 1,500 volunteers for the first ever IRONMAN Competition in Rockford, June 22nd. What IRONMAN is, how many volunteers are needed, how to sign up and what jobs volunteers will be performing are all outlined in this segment. GOROCKFORD.COM or IRONMANROCKFORD.COM for more.


SEGMENT #3: Police Week Details With Officer Lisa Hodges 

In this segment, Rockford Police Officer Lisa Hodges outlines the events planning for Police Week 2025 starting Wednesday, May 14th thru Sunday May 18th. The Memorial Service on Wednesday night in Winnebago is free and open to the public, as well as the events planned Thursday thru Sunday at The CherryVale Mall. Programs, vehicles and K9 units all on hand to help educate, and bring Police Officer Awareness to the community and kids of the Stateline.  

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SEGMENT #1: ROCKFORD 4th of July Committee Ted O&rsquo;Donnell &amp; Tom Luepkes
In this segment, the 4th of July Committee pops in to outline the new launch location for the Rockford 4th of July Celebration, why it was moved, what is new for 2025 and how the community can support this totally supported by donation celebration. In addition, Ted O&rsquo;Donnell and Tom Luepkes outline how businesses can sponsor and support this community event and parade. Details at 4thandLights.com&nbsp;
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SEGMENT #2: Go Rockford IRONMAN 70.3 June 22 needs volunteers&nbsp;
GORockford VP Lindsay Arellano and Former Ironman and Volunteer Director Chris Hankins outline the need for 1,500 volunteers for the first ever IRONMAN Competition in Rockford, June 22nd. What IRONMAN is, how many volunteers are needed, how to sign up and what jobs volunteers will be performing are all outlined in this segment. <a href="http://gorockford.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://GOROCKFORD.COM&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1746824299794000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2J0-lFL2JuEuFMPibhXxJ_">GOROCKFORD.COM</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href="http://ironmanrockford.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://IRONMANROCKFORD.COM&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1746824299794000&amp;usg=AOvVaw08Y2jFyWeN83W1l1DV_wk1">IRONMANROCKFORD.COM</a> for more.
 SEGMENT #3: Police Week Details With Officer Lisa Hodges&nbsp;
In this segment, Rockford Police Officer Lisa Hodges outlines the events planning for Police Week 2025 starting Wednesday, May 14th thru Sunday May 18th. The Memorial Service on Wednesday night in Winnebago is free and open to the public, as well as the events planned Thursday thru Sunday at The CherryVale Mall. Programs, vehicles and K9 units all on hand to help educate, and bring Police Officer Awareness to the community and kids of the Stateline.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 Become an even bigger member of The Morning Stampede by following along with every bit of your favorite morning show with our new daily podcast. On top of the general hootenanny Steve Summers and Ryan Sartori bring everyday, catch up on the biggest headlines in country music and pop culture, get in-the-know with your community and stay up-to-date on the country concerts we give you access to on the daily. 
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This Week in the Stateline 05-11-25

 

SEGMENT #1: Don’t Be Next Foundation Events with Executive Director Matt Weldon
The Don't Be Next Foundation is hosting numerous fundraising events in June and July so Executive Director Matt Weldon outlines the Mission of the Foundation to prevent individuals taking their own life. Fundraisers include a BBQ Tasting Event June 21st at Baseball Tap, and the annual Golf Outing in July to raise funds, support scholarships, and to assist the community non-for profits. Dontbenext.org for more

 

SEGMENT #2: Go Rockford IRONMAN 70.3 June 22 needs volunteers 

GoRockford VP Lindsay Arellano and Former Ironman and Volunteer Director Chris Hankins outline the need for 1,500 volunteers for the first ever IRONMAN Competition in Rockford, June 22nd. What IRONMAN is, how many volunteers are needed, how to sign up and what jobs volunteers will be performing are all outlined in this segment. GOROCKFORD.COM or IRONMANROCKFORD.COM for more.

 

SEGMENT #3: Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara

This episode Tom McNamara outlines the upcoming IRONMAN Event June 22nd and what it means to the city, the announcement about Rockford to host the Women's Baseball World Cup Group Stage 2026, what the status of the Barber Colman Building Remodel is currently, and wraps up discussing the upcoming Educators Summit. 

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SEGMENT #1: Don&rsquo;t Be Next Foundation Events with Executive Director Matt Weldon The Don't Be Next Foundation is hosting numerous fundraising events in June and July so Executive Director Matt Weldon outlines the Mission of the Foundation to prevent individuals taking their own life. Fundraisers include a BBQ Tasting Event June 21st at Baseball Tap, and the annual Golf Outing in July to raise funds, support scholarships, and to assist the community non-for profits.&nbsp;<a href="http://dontbenext.org/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://dontbenext.org&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1749834341133000&amp;usg=AOvVaw30gra51hHKS_l2RLql_Jue">Dontbenext.org</a>&nbsp;for more
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SEGMENT #2: Go Rockford IRONMAN 70.3 June 22 needs volunteers&nbsp;
GoRockford VP Lindsay Arellano and Former Ironman and Volunteer Director Chris Hankins outline the need for 1,500 volunteers for the first ever IRONMAN Competition in Rockford, June 22nd. What IRONMAN is, how many volunteers are needed, how to sign up and what jobs volunteers will be performing are all outlined in this segment. <a href="http://gorockford.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://GOROCKFORD.COM&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1749834341133000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3ekYl6NfSW4TXvIt2xrRJi">GOROCKFORD.COM</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href="http://ironmanrockford.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://IRONMANROCKFORD.COM&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1749834341133000&amp;usg=AOvVaw04c3-XULXTPAjt4_VSiKaR">IRONMANROCKFORD.COM</a>&nbsp;for more.
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SEGMENT #3: Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara
This episode Tom McNamara outlines the upcoming IRONMAN Event June 22nd and what it means to the city, the announcement about Rockford to host the Women's Baseball World Cup Group Stage 2026, what the status of the Barber Colman Building Remodel is currently, and wraps up discussing the upcoming Educators Summit.&nbsp;

This Week in the Stateline 06-15-25

 

SEGMENT #1: Winnebago County Forest Preserves “Hooked on Fun” Event June 14th

Natural Resource Manager Mike Groves discusses the 8th Annual “Hooked on FUN” Kids Fishing Event scheduled for June 14th from 9-11am at Four Lakes Preserve on Hatchery Road. The event happens rain or shine and is free for the families with kids 3-6, 7-11 and 12-16. Interested people just show up, register at 8:30am and fish at 9am. More info at WinnebagoForest.ORG. In addition, Mike outlines that there are over 44 parks, and over 12,000 acres of Preserves for the public to enjoy.

 

SEGMENT #2: RRVBC Maggie Anderson  

The Summer need for blood continues with the Rock River Valley Blood Center. In this episode, Maggie Anderson outlines the need for blood in the Stateline, how to donate, what to expect and upcoming blood drives to attend for those interested in donating. For more and to sign up, go to RRVBC.ORG  

 

SEGMENT #3: Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara 

This episode, Tom McNamara outlines his recent State of The City address and hits the finer points such as property tax, affordable housing, and more. In addition, he outlines the recent appointment of Rockford Fire Chief Michele Pankow to the Illinois Fire Marshal position. He wraps the segment by addressing the upcoming IRONMAN competition coming to downtown Rockford June 22nd. 

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SEGMENT #1: Winnebago County Forest Preserves &ldquo;Hooked on Fun&rdquo; Event June 14th
Natural Resource Manager Mike Groves discusses the 8th Annual &ldquo;Hooked on FUN&rdquo; Kids Fishing Event scheduled for June 14th from 9-11am at Four Lakes Preserve on Hatchery Road. The event happens rain or shine and is free for the families with kids 3-6, 7-11 and 12-16. Interested people just show up, register at 8:30am and fish at 9am. More info at <a href="http://winnebagoforest.org/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://winnebagoforest.org&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1749238129000000&amp;usg=AOvVaw16QWxr_nrPe_Crn1rCKX1u">WinnebagoForest.ORG</a>. In addition, Mike outlines that there are over 44 parks, and over 12,000 acres of Preserves for the public to enjoy.
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SEGMENT #2: RRVBC Maggie Anderson&nbsp;&nbsp;
The Summer need for blood continues with the Rock River Valley Blood Center. In this episode, Maggie Anderson outlines the need for blood in the Stateline, how to donate, what to expect and upcoming blood drives to attend for those interested in donating. For more and to sign up, go to <a href="http://ww.rrvbc.org/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://ww.rrvbc.org&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1749238129000000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2apLSQ7OjJZ-7fMgomaJoj">RRVBC.ORG</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;
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SEGMENT #3: Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara&nbsp;
This episode, Tom McNamara outlines his recent State of The City address and hits the finer points such as property tax, affordable housing, and more. In addition, he outlines the recent appointment of Rockford Fire Chief Michele Pankow to the Illinois Fire Marshal position. He wraps the segment by addressing the upcoming IRONMAN competition coming to downtown Rockford June 22nd.&nbsp;

This Week in the Stateline 06-08-25

         

SEGMENT #1: Lights and Ladders at Loves Park City Hall Alyssa Thompson

Loves Park City Hall is hosting its 2nd Annual Lights and Ladders event Thursday, June 5th from 6-8pm to highlight the local Loves Park Fire Department and Loves Park Police Departments to the public. Alyssa Thompson who is a Loves Park City Hall employee outlines the day in this segment. This free family event is happening rain or shine. Details on City of Loves Park Facebook Page.

 

SEGMENT #2: Summer Reading Programs at Cherry Valley Library Sue Stevens

The Summer Reading Programs are off and running and in this episode Cherry Valley Library outlines all of the ways the community can get involved with reading and winning prizes. In addition she outlines the many other programs and rentable items they have for learning this summer including telescopes, hotspots, DVD’s, fishing poles and more. Programs run through August 1st 2025. For more and to sign up, go to CherryValleyLib.ORG. 

 

SEGMENT #3: Old Settlers Day 2025 Rockton Lions Club 

The Rockton Lions Club discusses the upcoming Old Settlers Days Festival in Rockton in its entirety with entertainment, ticket prices, the need for volunteers and where the fund raised will be assigned to. In addition, where to find the latest information needed is at OldSettlersDays.Com.

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SEGMENT #1: Lights and Ladders at Loves Park City Hall Alyssa Thompson
Loves Park City Hall is hosting its 2nd Annual Lights and Ladders event Thursday, June 5th from 6-8pm to highlight the local Loves Park Fire Department and Loves Park Police Departments to the public. Alyssa Thompson who is a Loves Park City Hall employee outlines the day in this segment. This free family event is happening rain or shine. Details on City of Loves Park Facebook Page.
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SEGMENT #2: Summer Reading Programs at Cherry Valley Library Sue Stevens
The Summer Reading Programs are off and running and in this episode Cherry Valley Library outlines all of the ways the community can get involved with reading and winning prizes. In addition she outlines the many other programs and rentable items they have for learning this summer including telescopes, hotspots, DVD&rsquo;s, fishing poles and more. Programs run through August 1st 2025. For more and to sign up, go to <a href="http://cherryvalleylib.org/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://cherryvalleylib.org&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1748715898690000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1ZVUKjxbz8PZ8tVuDpunxm">CherryValleyLib.ORG</a>.&nbsp;
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SEGMENT #3: Old Settlers Day 2025 Rockton Lions Club&nbsp;
The Rockton Lions Club discusses the upcoming Old Settlers Days Festival in Rockton in its entirety with entertainment, ticket prices, the need for volunteers and where the fund raised will be assigned to. In addition, where to find the latest information needed is at OldSettlersDays.Com.

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