 

SEGMENT #1:  SUPERHERO CENTER Jim Taylor

The Superhero Center for Autism in Loves Park is having a FUN RUN September 20th at Doty Park in Belvidere from 3-5 pm. Director Jim Taylor outlines the FunRun, what the Superhero Center for Autism is and how members of the community can utilize the facility, connect with others in the area working with Autism and help support it. SuperheroCenter.ORG for more information.

 

SEGMENT #2: “The Climb” September 12 w/ Postpartum Support International Kate Deckard-Gonzalez 

Organizer Kate Deckard-Gonzalez outlines the third annual Postpartum Support International Event Saturday, September 12th at Sportscore 1 at 10:30am.  The event is full of information, sharing, education and conversations about Postpartum. Attendees can learn, share, and accept each other and realize they are not going through Postpartum alone. More at @TheClimbRockford 

 

SEGMENT #3:  Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara   

In this segment, Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara outlines his thoughts on Rock Yard 2026, Davis Park initiatives and what’s next for the park, the Tourism Improvement Tax Plans to help the city get more events for local hotels, the Vacant Store front battle and what's next, and he also wraps with his recent gathering with previous Mayors prior to his departure. 

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SEGMENT #1:&nbsp; SUPERHERO CENTER Jim Taylor
The Superhero Center for Autism in Loves Park is having a FUN RUN September 20th at Doty Park in Belvidere from 3-5 pm. Director Jim Taylor outlines the FunRun, what the Superhero Center for Autism is and how members of the community can utilize the facility, connect with others in the area working with Autism and help support it.&nbsp;<a href="http://superherocenter.org/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://superherocenter.org&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1787323404382000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0dOlVaOBDao8uc8IJ2Hzkv">SuperheroCenter.ORG</a> for more information.
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SEGMENT #2: &ldquo;The Climb&rdquo; September 12 w/ Postpartum Support International Kate Deckard-Gonzalez&nbsp;
Organizer Kate Deckard-Gonzalez outlines the third annual Postpartum Support International Event Saturday, September 12th at Sportscore 1 at 10:30am.&nbsp; The event is full of information, sharing, education and conversations about Postpartum. Attendees can learn, share, and accept each other and realize they are not going through Postpartum alone. More at @TheClimbRockford&nbsp;
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SEGMENT #3:&nbsp; Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara&nbsp; &nbsp;
In this segment, Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara outlines his thoughts on Rock Yard 2026, Davis Park initiatives and what&rsquo;s next for the park, the Tourism Improvement Tax Plans to help the city get more events for local hotels, the Vacant Store front battle and what's next, and he also wraps with his recent gathering with previous Mayors prior to his departure.&nbsp;

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This Week in the Stateline 08-23-26

 

SEGMENT #1: Marshmallow’s Hope 90’s Gala at Hard Rock with Katy Chadwick

In this episode, Marketing Director Katy Chadwick of Marshmallow’s Hope outlines the upcoming Gala September 18th at Hard Rock Casino. She also outlines the services and ways they can help with suicide prevention and more at no cost to individuals. More at MarshmallowsHope.org How to sign up for this event is also highlighted in the segment. 

 

SEGMENT #2:  Midway Village Museum Marketing Director Kristen Zambo

In this episode, Kristen Zambo outlines the upcoming fall schedule and events at Midway Village Museum Center including WW2 Reenactments, All Hallows Eve, Weddings, Christmas in the Trenches and Corporate Events.  Midway Village Museum on Facebook for more.


SEGMENT #3:  Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara 

In this segment, Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara outlines the 815 Rock Yard Music Fest, Polish Fest, and encourages us to shop local in the 815 for 815 Weekend. He outlines the Youth Leadership Applications for Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors are now being accepted. He touches on how he hopes the city continues to embrace the Rockford Promise initiative, and wraps up with his thoughts on new acting Mayor Janessa Neal and how he is preparing for a smooth transition. 

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SEGMENT #1: Marshmallow&rsquo;s Hope 90&rsquo;s Gala at Hard Rock with Katy Chadwick
In this episode, Marketing Director Katy Chadwick of Marshmallow&rsquo;s Hope outlines the upcoming Gala September 18th at Hard Rock Casino. She also outlines the services and ways they can help with suicide prevention and more at no cost to individuals. More at <a href="http://marshmellowshope.org/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://marshmellowshope.org&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1786804788299000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0MySVN9JmL3r47ibseMl3B">MarshmallowsHope.org</a> How to sign up for this event is also highlighted in the segment. 
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SEGMENT #2: &nbsp;Midway Village Museum Marketing Director Kristen Zambo
In this episode, Kristen Zambo outlines the upcoming fall schedule and events at Midway Village Museum Center including WW2 Reenactments, All Hallows Eve, Weddings, Christmas in the Trenches and Corporate Events.&nbsp; Midway Village Museum on Facebook for more.
 SEGMENT #3:&nbsp; Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara&nbsp;
In this segment, Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara outlines the 815 Rock Yard Music Fest, Polish Fest, and encourages us to shop local in the 815 for 815 Weekend. He outlines the Youth Leadership Applications for Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors are now being accepted. He touches on how he hopes the city continues to embrace the Rockford Promise initiative, and wraps up with his thoughts on new acting Mayor Janessa Neal and how he is preparing for a smooth transition.&nbsp;

McNamara talks RockYard Music Fest: This Week in the Stateline

 

SEGMENT #1: ROCK YARD MUSICFEST 2026 Go Rockford Julie and Kristen

The inaugural RockYard Musicfest is Friday and Saturday, August 14th and 15th at Davis Park. Go Rockford organizer committee members Julie and Kristen outline the who, what, where, when and whys of this first year/first event at Davis Park festival featuring food, music and yard games. More at RockYardMusicFest.com

 

SEGMENT #2: “DON’T BE NEXT GOLF OUTING” Executive Director Matt Weldon 

Organizer Matt Weldon outlines the 6th Annual “Don't Be Next Golf Outing” coming September 19th at Ledges Golf Club to raise funds for local charities.  The 501 C Organization generates money from the golf outing in honor of two high school friends who committed suicide. All proceeds go back into the community through different charities, college scholarships, and holiday assistance programs. More at DontBeNext.org

 

SEGMENT #3:  Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara  

In this segment, Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara outlines the legal check if City Council can indeed select a Mayor Temp till an election, work that is still being done while he is still in office, work programs with IBEW Electrical Unions and how cities and municipalities have to replace lead Water Mains within ten years.

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SEGMENT #1: ROCK YARD MUSICFEST 2026 Go Rockford Julie and Kristen
The inaugural RockYard Musicfest is Friday and Saturday, August 14th and 15th at Davis Park. Go Rockford organizer committee members Julie and Kristen outline the who, what, where, when and whys of this first year/first event at Davis Park festival featuring food, music and yard games. More at <a href="http://rockyardmusicfest.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://rockyardmusicfest.com&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1786199697208000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1vNalAE_yue613iOB375el">RockYardMusicFest.com</a>
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SEGMENT #2: &ldquo;DON&rsquo;T BE NEXT GOLF OUTING&rdquo; Executive Director Matt Weldon&nbsp;
Organizer Matt Weldon outlines the 6th Annual &ldquo;Don't Be Next Golf Outing&rdquo; coming September 19th at Ledges Golf Club to raise funds for local charities.&nbsp; The 501 C Organization generates money from the golf outing in honor of two high school friends who committed suicide. All proceeds go back into the community through different charities, college scholarships, and holiday assistance programs. More at <a href="http://dontbenext.org/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://dontbenext.org&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1786199697208000&amp;usg=AOvVaw29LUGV3I3Om2Z7OBt24FMC">DontBeNext.org</a>
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SEGMENT #3:&nbsp; Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara&nbsp;&nbsp;
In this segment, Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara outlines the legal check if City Council can indeed select a Mayor Temp till an election, work that is still being done while he is still in office, work programs with IBEW Electrical Unions and how cities and municipalities have to replace lead Water Mains within ten years.

This Week in the Stateline 08-09-26

 

SEGMENT #1:  Marshmallow’s Hope Community Outreach Director Katy Chadwick

Katy Chadwich outlines what Marshmellow’s Hope is, how it benefits the community and helps to prevent Youth Suiside in the Rockford Area. They have branches in St. Louis, and Springfield as well. She outlines the fundraising efforts and their Gala event coming September 18th at Hard ROck Casino Rockford. More at MarshmallowsHope.org  

 

SEGMENT #2: Assistant Chief Andrew Schulz Winn-Bur-Sew Fire Department / Hero Climb 

In this episode, the Assistant Fire Chief Andrew Schulz of the WinnBurSew Fire Department discusses his involvement with Hero Climb 2026.  He outlines why he does it, how to get involved, and why WinnBurSea Fire Department is all in for 2026. How to sign up for this event is also highlighted in the segment. 





SEGMENT #3:  Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara 

In this segment, Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara outlines how he came up with the decision to step down as Mayor of Rockford, how the process to find his replacement will work, and what his new role as the Executive Director of Municipalities will consist of and how it will benefit the State of Illinois and our local communities. He also wraps with a shout out to attend Festa Italian this weekend. 

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SEGMENT #1:&nbsp; Marshmallow&rsquo;s Hope Community Outreach Director Katy Chadwick
Katy Chadwich outlines what Marshmellow&rsquo;s Hope is, how it benefits the community and helps to prevent Youth Suiside in the Rockford Area. They have branches in St. Louis, and Springfield as well. She outlines the fundraising efforts and their Gala event coming September 18th at Hard ROck Casino Rockford. More at <a href="http://marshmellowshope.org/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://marshmellowshope.org&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1785512019130000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0Drcf8tfqVhV1PRjjjH32k">MarshmallowsHope.org</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;
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SEGMENT #2: Assistant Chief Andrew Schulz Winn-Bur-Sew Fire Department / Hero Climb&nbsp;
In this episode, the Assistant Fire Chief Andrew Schulz of the WinnBurSew Fire Department discusses his involvement with Hero Climb 2026.&nbsp; He outlines why he does it, how to get involved, and why WinnBurSea Fire Department is all in for 2026. How to sign up for this event is also highlighted in the segment. 
 SEGMENT #3:&nbsp; Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara&nbsp;
In this segment, Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara outlines how he came up with the decision to step down as Mayor of Rockford, how the process to find his replacement will work, and what his new role as the Executive Director of Municipalities will consist of and how it will benefit the State of Illinois and our local communities. He also wraps with a shout out to attend Festa Italian this weekend.&nbsp;

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