 

SEGMENT #1: ARC of Winnebago, Boone and Ogle County - Linda on Disabilities Month

In this episode, Linda, who has a disability and utilizes The ARC of Winnebago, Boone and Ogle Counties discusses the challenges and successes of the Disabilities Act. She also outlines what The ARC has accomplished for her living in the Rockford Area.


SEGMENT #2: City First Church Back to School Backpack Drive

In this segment, pastors City First Church are collecting backpacks and donations to fill them for students in middle schools who do not have the means to secure them. The who, what, where, whens and whys are all discussed.




SEGMENT #3: GiGi’s Playhouse Rockford Karen Carlson

This episode features Executive Director Karen Carlson outlining the upcoming “NO BULL” Golf outing, changes, fundraisers, and more for the golf event Monday, July 28th. In addition, she outlines the programs that are funded by this annual fundraiser.

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SEGMENT #1: ARC of Winnebago, Boone and Ogle County - Linda on Disabilities Month
In this episode, Linda, who has a disability and utilizes The ARC of Winnebago, Boone and Ogle Counties discusses the challenges and successes of the Disabilities Act. She also outlines what The ARC has accomplished for her living in the Rockford Area.
 SEGMENT #2: City First Church Back to School Backpack Drive
In this segment, pastors City First Church are collecting backpacks and donations to fill them for students in middle schools who do not have the means to secure them. The who, what, where, whens and whys are all discussed. 
 SEGMENT #3: GiGi&rsquo;s Playhouse Rockford Karen Carlson
This episode features Executive Director Karen Carlson outlining the upcoming &ldquo;NO BULL&rdquo; Golf outing, changes, fundraisers, and more for the golf event Monday, July 28th. In addition, she outlines the programs that are funded by this annual fundraiser.

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The 95.3 The Bull Podcast Corral is home of "The Morning Stampede Podcast" and "This Week in the Stateline" and is where you stay connected with your community and catchup with The Morning Stampede!
 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 07-20-25

 

SEGMENT #1: Belvidere Mayor Clinton Morris
In this segment, Belvidere Mayor Clinton Morris outlines the new jobs and new businesses in Belvidere in the past 3 years. In addition, he is still optimistic that Stellantis will open the Belvidere Assembly plant with two Jeep vehicles by 2027. Housing is up, new businesses like Walmart Distribution Plant and GE are building in the area. Outlines the importance of the Belvidere Park District to attracting residents, too.

 


SEGMENT #2: Freeport Mayor Jodi Miller
Freeport Mayor Jodi Miller, in her 3rd term, outlines the new $31 million dollar water and treatment project that is starting this year for a water system that is from 1960 and earlier. She is happy with the new team for the city including new Fire and New Police Chefs, New Developmental Director and more. She highlights the draw of Little Cubs Field and outlines Summer city plans such as Tutty Baker Days. She also announces that the Generations Brewery Building has been sold, but can’t announce the buyer yet. 


SEGMENT #3: Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara
Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara covers the new, potential Data Center on land owned by Monarch of California. The City has no knowledge of any deals, businesses, or confirmations on who or what is coming to Rockford. He also covers the use of Flock Cameras, construction on Auburn Street starting March 18th, The new Chamber Outlook and why the city is backing the Rockford Area Arts Council once again this year. 

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SEGMENT #1: Belvidere Mayor Clinton Morris In this segment, Belvidere Mayor Clinton Morris outlines the new jobs and new businesses in Belvidere in the past 3 years. In addition, he is still optimistic that Stellantis will open the Belvidere Assembly plant with two Jeep vehicles by 2027. Housing is up, new businesses like Walmart Distribution Plant and GE are building in the area. Outlines the importance of the Belvidere Park District to attracting residents, too.
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 SEGMENT #2: Freeport Mayor Jodi Miller Freeport Mayor Jodi Miller, in her 3rd term, outlines the new $31 million dollar water and treatment project that is starting this year for a water system that is from 1960 and earlier. She is happy with the new team for the city including new Fire and New Police Chefs, New Developmental Director and more. She highlights the draw of Little Cubs Field and outlines Summer city plans such as Tutty Baker Days. She also announces that the Generations Brewery Building has been sold, but can&rsquo;t announce the buyer yet.&nbsp;
 SEGMENT #3: Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara covers the new, potential Data Center on land owned by Monarch of California. The City has no knowledge of any deals, businesses, or confirmations on who or what is coming to Rockford. He also covers the use of Flock Cameras, construction on Auburn Street starting March 18th, The new Chamber Outlook and why the city is backing the Rockford Area Arts Council once again this year.&nbsp;

This Week in the Stateline 03-08-26

 

SEGMENT #1: Rockford Area Arts Council Executive Director Mary McNamara Bernsten

In this segment, Executive Director Mary McNamara Bernsten outlines all of the Art Awards plans and a new venue the Maddox Theatre on March 6th.  Tickets and info at ArtsForEveryone.com. She also outlines how Art appreciates the value of Rockford landmarks such as Sinnissippi Park and more.

SEGMENT #2: KNIB Recycling Talk with Jean Ginner 

In this segment, Jean Ginner of Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful outlines all of the new items that can be recycled to help the planet, including paint cans. She also announces the annual Mud Volleyball Tournament is back in South Beloit this year on Saturday, August 1st. KNIB.ORG for details on all aspects.

SEGMENT #3: Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara

In this segment, Mayor Tom McNamara covers the School Strike Resolution, Crime Stat Reports compared from 2016-2025 and crime is way down, a recent Economist Magazine Article about Rockford, The Data Center possibilities for Rockford, Tad Moore Tailoring Award and Rockford Promise.

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SEGMENT #1: 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 all of the Art Awards plans and a new venue the Maddox Theatre on March 6th.&nbsp; 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=1772301201701000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2rIvyNo6r7eW6h_8qBa53F">ArtsForEveryone.com</a>. She also outlines how Art appreciates the value of Rockford landmarks such as Sinnissippi Park and more.
SEGMENT #2: KNIB Recycling Talk with Jean Ginner&nbsp;
In this segment, Jean Ginner of Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful outlines all of the new items that can be recycled to help the planet, including paint cans. She also announces the annual Mud Volleyball Tournament is back in South Beloit this year on Saturday, August 1st.&nbsp;<a href="http://knib.org/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://knib.org&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1772301201701000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3ZSoR_cRc_xFHnFGu467BA">KNIB.ORG</a>&nbsp;for details on all aspects. SEGMENT #3: Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara
In this segment, Mayor Tom McNamara covers the School Strike Resolution, Crime Stat Reports compared from 2016-2025 and crime is way down, a recent Economist Magazine Article about Rockford, The Data Center possibilities for Rockford, Tad Moore Tailoring Award and Rockford Promise.

This Week in the Stateline 03-01-26

 

SEGMENT #1: NORMANDY- A BRIDGE TO HISTORY Documentary Screening 
In this segment, Vets Roll Organizer Mark Finnegan and Fet Leazon Carl Nuccio announce and describe their new documentary 3 years in the making highlighting the return of WW2 Vets to the beaches of Normandy. The free screening is open to the public this Sunday, February 22nd from 12-3pm at Harlem High School.The concept, the emotions and the reasons for the documentary are outlined as well as the latest developments of the 2026 Vets Roll Trip to Washington coming up May 17th thru the 20th, 2026.

 

SEGMENT #2: Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara
Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara covers the success of the All Star Game for Rockford, what the city is already planning for the 250th USA 4th of July Weekend, The Coleman Yard Construction progress, the demo of the Elks Lodge in downtown and what happens next, City COuncils NO to McDonalds on the West Side, what he doesn’t like about the Governor's State of the State Address for Rockford, and is cautiously optimistic about the end of the teachers strike.

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SEGMENT #1: NORMANDY- A BRIDGE TO HISTORY Documentary Screening&nbsp; In this segment, Vets Roll Organizer Mark Finnegan and Fet Leazon Carl Nuccio announce and describe their new documentary 3 years in the making highlighting the return of WW2 Vets to the beaches of Normandy. The free screening is open to the public this Sunday, February 22nd from 12-3pm at Harlem High School.The concept, the emotions and the reasons for the documentary are outlined as well as the latest developments of the 2026 Vets Roll Trip to Washington coming up May 17th thru the 20th, 2026.
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SEGMENT #2: Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara covers the success of the All Star Game for Rockford, what the city is already planning for the 250th USA 4th of July Weekend, The Coleman Yard Construction progress, the demo of the Elks Lodge in downtown and what happens next, City COuncils NO to McDonalds on the West Side, what he doesn&rsquo;t like about the Governor's State of the State Address for Rockford, and is cautiously optimistic about the end of the teachers strike.

This Week in the Stateline 07-20-25

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