By Jim Hagerty Reporter MACHESNEY PARK - Rock Cut State Park has made the list of states parks that opened Friday, May 1. Officials have confirmed that the park is now open for fishing, hiking, biking and boating with no more than…

Staff Report ROCKFORD - While people may be thinking of growing vegetables this season, they might want to consider fruit trees as an addition to the backyard. “Fruit trees can be great for the backyard in Northern Illinois,"…

Staff Report ROCKFORD - The Winnebago County Forest Preserve will open its gates on May 1 for limited daytime activities. Forest preserve properties, including its three golf courses, will be open from 7 a.m. until a half-hour after…

By Jim Moran SPRINGFIELD - The overall deer harvest for this year’s firearm season was slightly less than last, according to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. IDNR spokeswoman Rachael Torbert says there could have been a…

Staff Report ROCKFORD - Fall is officially here and the Rockford Area Convention & Visitors Bureau (RACVB) is looking forward to all the new season has to offer, including sweet treats from local bakeries and coffee shops, apple…