Former drug addict makes full recovery thanks to help from Rockford Rescue Mission
Rex Randall battled drug addiction for 10 years, but after finding the Rockford Rescue Mission, he found the strength to turn his life…
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Byron High School runs food pantry for students and families in need
Whether its students wanting a snack or needing help making ends meet, Byron High School is now providing resources for its kids.…
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Rotary Club of Byron working to improve the community and the world
Kay King recently took over as president of the Rotary Club of Byron and is working toward growth of the chapter and community.…
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Durand teen representing stateline as Miss Teen Rodeo Illinois
Emilee Simpson’s passion for horses has blossomed into potential career as she travels across the state as Miss Teen Rodeo Illinois.…
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TTT Impact Training helping area athletes get to the college level
Tyrone Thomas joined the army right out of high school and is using the discipline to help athletes in the stateline.…
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Roscoe middle school students create project raising awareness for men’s breast cancer
A group of 7th grades wanted to bring more awareness to men’s breast cancer so they created a project to help fund the fight.…
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Fish-Abled Foundation helps people with disabilities feel like family
Started in 2012, the Fish-Abled Foundation was created to help people with disabilities have fun in our area and is now impacting the community in a…
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Hair stylist working to improve image of Rockford’s west side
Antoinette Harris has made styling hair her life’s work and she’s now bringing her passion into the heart of Rockford’s west side.…
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Belvidere woman organizes benefits for people battling cancer
Heather Gustafson passed away from cancer in 2016 at the age of 36. Ever since, her close friend Dani Klaus has been doing everything she can to help…
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Durand Police chief going extra mile to connect with the community
Jeff Schelling took the job as Durand Police chief two years ago and is using his small town roots to build a bond with the community he protects.…
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