SEGMENT #1: New Byron Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Michelle Lorenz
In this episode, newly appointed Executive Director Michelle Lorenz outlines specifics for the 38th Annual Byronfest. She covers the new location for the carnival rides, as well as the new musical line-up for 2025. She outlines specifics for the festival and provides an overview of the festival and what it means for the city of Byron and its economy.
SEGMENT #2: THE ROCK RIVER VALLEY BLOOD CENTER BATTLE OF THE BADGES
In this segment, Maggie Anderson of RRVBC.ORG outlines the Battle of the Badges Blood Drive Monday July 14th thru Friday July 18th. She outlines how to give blood, why to give, and how to support either the FIRE or POLICE when donating blood. RRVBC.ORG for more and to sign up.
SEGMENT #3: Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara
This episode Tom McNamara outlines the success of “Made for Rockford” and the new additional events coming to Rockford in the year ahead just as AHL All Star Game, and more. He also outlines the dedication of JL Clark with a $10 Million Dollar expansion, and outlines the need for speed controls and how residence members can request assistance in their neighborhoods. He wraps with an update on Barber Colman Project, and the latest development with the Fire Chief search now underway in Rockford.