Green Party candidate for U.S. Senate to speak in Rockford Oct. 25

From press release LeAlan Jones, the Green Party candidate for United States Senate, will speak in Rockford at 2 p.m., Sunday,
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October 23, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Byron Museum of History opens two new exhibits Oct. 24

From press release BYRON, Ill.—Byron Museum of History has announced the opening of two new exhibits: “Byron in the Railroad Era”
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October 23, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Freeport Masonic Temple’s annual Oktoberfest Oct. 25

From press release FREEPORT, Ill.—The Freeport Masonic Temple, 305-315 W. Stephenson St., Freeport, is hosting its third annual Oktoberfest from 3:30
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October 23, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Music Academy sets recital for Oct. 25

From press release Faculty from the Music Academy of Rockford College will present a recital titled “Woodland Sketches” at 3 p.m.,
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October 23, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

‘350!’—global rally to save the planet—at Highland Oct. 24

From press release Saturday, Oct. 24, concerned citizens from around northwest Illinois are invited to gather at Highland Community College in
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October 23, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

‘Green Roofs, Rain Gardens and Runoff’ Oct. 26 at Katie’s Cup

From press release Natural Land Institute’s (NLI) Corporate Council is sponsoring a lecture, titled “Green Roofs, Rain Gardens and Runoff,” from
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October 23, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

IceHogs block party moved to after game

By Jim Hagerty, Staff Writer Rain has prompted MetroCentre officials to move the Rockford IceHogs block party, Hogtoberfest, featuring Night
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October 23, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Manzullo to announce re-election bid Oct. 26

From press release U.S. Rep. Don Manzullo (R-16) will hold a news conference Monday, Oct. 26, in Rockford to announce his
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October 23, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Bring More Clean Energy to Illinois

Hi Frank, In the last few weeks, more than 5,000 of us told our senators that we want to see an
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October 23, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Peace Corps announces 18 percent increase in applications

From press release WASHINGTON, D.C.—Peace Corps recruited 15,386 applicants in fiscal year 2009. This represents the largest number of applications since
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October 22, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

U.S. Rep. Manzullo shares ‘American Jobs Agenda’

From press release The United States is experiencing the most serious economic downturn since the Great Depression. The much ballyhooed “economic
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October 22, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Credit unions to present free seminar on building a basic budget

From flier The Rockford Area Chapter of Credit Unions will present a free seminar titled “Build a Basic Budget: The Five-Step
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October 22, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Grandson of namesake receives Ingrassia-Confer dictionary at Bloom School news conference

From press release Family members of the late Sara Ingrassia and Jackie Confer participated in a special news conference at 9:30
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October 22, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Attorney General Madigan supports new consumer regulatory agency

From press release CHICAGO—Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan (D) voiced her strong support for an independent federal Consumer Financial Protection Agency
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October 16, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Garth Brooks inks Vegas deal

By Jim Hagerty, Staff Writer Garth Brooks, one of the biggest entertainers of all time, announced today he is coming out
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October 15, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Fall Groove Walk Oct. 17

From press release Fall Groove Walk is set for 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 17. For $7 in advance,
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October 15, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Costume/rummage sale Oct. 17 at Riverfront Museum Park

From press release A costume/rummage sale will be from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 17, on the second floor
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October 15, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Red Cross blood drive Monday, Oct. 19

From press release October is Diversity Awareness Month. For some patients with rare blood types, the best-matched blood can come from
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October 15, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Garth Brooks coming out of retirement

By Jim Hagerty, Staff Writer Garth Brooks, one of the biggest entertainers of all time, announced today he is coming out
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October 15, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Garbage fee increase to expire with firefighter labor agreement

• News and notes from the Oct. 13 Rockford City Council meeting By Stuart R. Wahlin Staff Writer After a one-week layover, the
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October 13, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | 1 Comment

Hollis Sigler merchandise on sale at Rockford Art Museum Store; see the exhibit

From press release Merchandise from Rockford Art Museum’s (RAM) Hollis Sigler: Expect the Unexpected exhibition is on sale at the RAM
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October 12, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

For all the taxpayers of Winnebago County

Editor’s note: The following is the text of remarks made by The Rock River Times’ Editor and Publisher Frank Schier
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Check out Rockford Art Museum’s Hollis Sigler exhibit this weekend

From press release Rockford Art Museum (RAM) unveiled Hollis Sigler: Expect the Unexpected Friday, Oct. 9. The exhibition, curated by Patty
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October 9, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | 1 Comment

NASA spacecraft impacts lunar crater in search for water ice

From press release MOFFETT FIELD, Calif.—NASA’s Lunar Crater Observation and Sensing Satellite, or LCROSS, created twin impacts on the moon’s surface
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October 9, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Fourth state senate redistricting hearing confirmed for Oct. 13

From Senate Republican Capitol Connection SPRINGFIELD, Ill.—The fourth hearing of the state Senate Redistricting Committee has been confirmed for Tuesday, Oct.
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October 9, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Clergy from Rockford sign letter to president underscoring commitment to Sudan

From press release WASHINGTON, D.C.—Friday, Oct. 2, representatives from faith communities nationwide met with the Rev. Joshua DuBois, director of the
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October 9, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Hollis Sigler exhibit opens today at Rockford Art Museum

From press release Opening with a free gallery walk at 11 a.m., today, Friday, Oct. 10, Rockford Art Museum (RAM) celebrates
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October 9, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

President Obama wins Nobel Peace Prize

From press release OSLO, Norway—The Norwegian Nobel Committee has decided the Nobel Peace Prize for 2009 is to be awarded to
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October 9, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | 1 Comment

Illinois Judges Association to present program geared to Winnebago teens: ‘7 Reasons to Leave the Party’

From press release Imagine this. Every teenager in Illinois signs a “contract” with a parent or guardian, pledging not to drink
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October 8, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

State Comptroller’s quarterly report: State finances grim—and getting worse

From press release Assessing the state of Illinois’ fiscal situation in his quarterly report, state Comptroller Dan Hynes (D) said the
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October 8, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Northwest Illinois Blackhawk Express rail coalition supports IDOT route proposal

From press release After meeting with Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) officials Sept. 28, representatives of the Northwest Illinois Blackhawk Express
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October 8, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

United Way of Rock River Valley receives $20,000 from First Rockford Group

From press release United Way of Rock River Valley announced a $20,000 contribution from First Rockford Group to develop a coordinated
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October 8, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Winners of Park District’s Great Golf Ball Drop announced

From press release Chris Newhart was the grand-prize winner in Rockford Park District’s Great Golf Ball Drop Wednesday, Oct. 7. Newhart
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October 8, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Proposed wind ordinance resources

Editor’s note: The following items are resources presented  to assist readers in researching the proposed wind ordinance to the Winnebago
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October 7, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Rockford Art Museum exhibit, opening Oct. 9, celebrates work of artist, breast cancer activist Hollis Sigler

From press release Rockford Art Museum (RAM) celebrates the deeply personal imagery of Chicago artist and feminist Hollis Sigler
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October 7, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

State legislators to speak at League of Women Voters Town Hall meeting Oct. 8

From press release The League of Women Voters—Illinois and its member leagues of greater Rockford, Freeport, and Rochelle will sponsor a
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October 7, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Foreclosure future possibility for Road Ranger Stadium

By Joe McGehee Staff Writer Foreclosures are not a new occurrence in today’s financial climate. However, this time it’s a local landmark
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October 6, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

More $ for wind farms?

Farm Energy Update Environmental Law & Policy Center Farm Energy Update REAP funding reaches record level for 2010 New Senate Climate Bill includes low
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October 5, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Are wind farms a health risk?

http://www.independent.co.uk/environment/green-living/are-wind-farms-a-health-risk-us-scientist-identifies-wind-turbine-syndrome-1766254.html Bookmark on Delicious Digg this post Recommend on Facebook share via Reddit Share with Stumblers Tweet about it Subscribe
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October 2, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Manzullo echoes call for export control reform

From press release WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Rep. Don Manzullo (R-16) said America’s antiquated export control system continues to prevent U.S. companies from
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October 2, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Illinois Senate Republicans: State funding for ACORN Housing confirmed

From Illinois Senate Republican Leader Christine Radogno’s Capitol Connection Confusion followed controversial reports that ACORN, a low-income, grassroots advocacy organization, advised
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October 2, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

TLN collects 11 Chicago Midwest Emmy nominations

From press release AURORA, Ill.—Nominations for the 51st Annual Chicago/Midwest Emmys were announced Oct. 1. Total Living Network (TLN) received 11
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October 2, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Rockford’s oldest schoolhouse to receive statewide preservation award

From press release CHICAGO—Saturday, Oct. 3, the Garrison School Lofts and Town Homes will be one of nine historic sites honored
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September 30, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | 1 Comment

Protests expected at City Hall, library board to vote on reorganization plan

From staff reports A protest against city cuts in services is expected to begin at 5 p.m., tonight (Monday, Sept. 28),
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September 28, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

County dedicates Lincoln Courthouse Square

By Jim Hagerty, Staff Writer A large crowd gathered at the corner of S. Church and Elm streets
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September 27, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Into the Illinois River: 4 million pounds of toxic waste

We’ve dug up some disturbing news: In a single year, polluters dumped nearly 12 million pounds of toxic chemicals into the
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September 25, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Satire on insurance companies, heath care debate

Protect Insurance Companies PSA from Will Ferrell Bookmark on Delicious Digg this post Recommend on Facebook share via Reddit Share
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September 24, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Jason James signs minor-league contract with the Chicago Cubs

LOVES PARK, Ill. – One of the top hitters in Frontier League history won’t take a swing against Northern League
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September 24, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

B. Joseph White resigns as president of the University of Illinois Trustees to consider interim appointment, plan search for successor

URBANA, Ill. —University of Illinois President B. Joseph White will resign as the 16th president of the university effective Dec.
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September 24, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)

Environmental Law Policy Center Global Warming Action Update

Midwest News UW-Madison Expands Sustainability Focus, Learner Says Climate Bill Has Many Winners The University of Wisconsin-Madison hosted a Climate Change and
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September 23, 2009 | Also published in Happening Now | Comments (0)


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