 

SEGMENT #1: Rockford 4th of July Committee Ted O’Donnell

Executive Director Ted O’Donnell discusses the plans for the 4th of July Celebration in Rockford which costs $75,000 this year in honor of the 250th Celebrations of America.  He is looking for donations, and sponsors and outlines the plan for the day including parade, entertainment and fireworks. Donate at 4thandlights.com

SEGMENT #2: OSD 2026 Rockton Lions Club Johnathan and Carol 

The Rockton Lions Club annual Old Settler’s Days 2026 fundraiser is back. In this segment, organizers Johnathan and Carol wrap up all the details from concerts to volunteers for this year's festival.  In addition, where the funds go to in the community are also outlined in this segment. OSD on Facebook, OldSettlersDays.com for more information on OSD2026 June 18th thru 21st, 2026

SEGMENT #3: Rockford Area Arts Council Executive Director Mary McNamara Bernsten 
In this segment, Executive Director Mary McNamara Bernsten outlines the summer programs for children available to help facilitate education through art.  Kids can sign up at ArtsForEveryone.com. She also outlines the annual Membership Drive happening now, and concludes with an update on the restoration of the Rockford Armory thru an EPA Grant which is scheduled to begin in September of 2026.

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SEGMENT #1: Rockford 4th of July Committee Ted O&rsquo;Donnell
Executive Director Ted O&rsquo;Donnell discusses the plans for the 4th of July Celebration in Rockford which costs $75,000 this year in honor of the 250th Celebrations of America.&nbsp; He is looking for donations, and sponsors and outlines the plan for the day including parade, entertainment and fireworks. Donate at <a href="http://4thandlights.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://4thandlights.com&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1780696522181000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1VmsuBxgDjO8tAY7xs_4PP">4thandlights.com</a> SEGMENT #2: OSD 2026 Rockton Lions Club Johnathan and Carol&nbsp;
The Rockton Lions Club annual Old Settler&rsquo;s Days 2026 fundraiser is back. In this segment, organizers Johnathan and Carol wrap up all the details from concerts to volunteers for this year's festival.&nbsp; In addition, where the funds go to in the community are also outlined in this segment. OSD on Facebook, <a href="http://oldsettlersdays.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://oldsettlersdays.com&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1780696522181000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1gd-Qt4Ea03DNSdVs5yOP7">OldSettlersDays.com</a> for more information on OSD2026 June 18th thru 21st, 2026
SEGMENT #3: Rockford Area Arts Council Executive Director Mary McNamara Bernsten&nbsp; In this segment, Executive Director Mary McNamara Bernsten outlines the summer programs for children available to help facilitate education through art.&nbsp; Kids can sign up at <a href="http://artsforeveryone.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://artsforeveryone.com&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1780696522181000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3JPnEtEeNvhu722YV_AF3Z">ArtsForEveryone.com</a>. She also outlines the annual Membership Drive happening now, and concludes with an update on the restoration of the Rockford Armory thru an EPA Grant which is scheduled to begin in September of 2026.

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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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