SEGMENT #1: Marshmallow’s Hope Initiative with RPS 205 with Director Katy Chadwick
In this segment, Director Katy Chadwick outlines the new service and connection that Marshmallow's Hope is providing for Rockford Public School District 205. They are going to the schools, talking to administrators and students about mental health and suicide prevention services that they provide. Everything from signs, thought process, stigma, are outlined.
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 what City Council is doing as the year winds down. Initiatives are being presented from items for the Iconic Energy Tower, to street repairs. City Council will accept and then investigate ideas. He wraps up talking about The Norwegian SnoMarket 2025.