SEGMENT #1: Pam Graney Center for Sight and Hearing Dining in The Dark

In this segment, Board Chairman Pam Graney outlines the specifics of the upcoming fundraiser “Dining In The Dark” November 13th at the Radisson Hotel. This fundraiser offers a unique challenge as diners will dine wearing a blindfold. Funds will support communication machines for individuals in our area in need. Details at CSHIL.ORG.

SEGMENT #2: Ted O’Donnell Festival of Lights 2025 and 4th of July Fundraiser

In this segment, organizer and decorator Ted O’Donnell outlines the upcoming Festival of Lights Celebration and how the funds generated from this event support the annual 4th of July Fireworks each year in Rockford. Ways to donate, hours of the Festival of Lights, and plans for July 4th 2026 250th Year of America Celebration plans are all outlined. 4thandLights.com.

SEGMENT #3: Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara 

In this segment, Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara outlines the Elks Lodge Line of Events to Demolition vote and why it had to be executed. He also recaps the installation of Fire Chief Rebecca Tyo, ways to help the local food pantries and what City Council is going to approve $100,000 donation, the new Rockford Brake Company development, and wraps with City Council receiving the cities new budget for approval.