This Week In The Stateline Podcast

This Week In The Stateline Podcast

Welcome to The Stateline Podcast, the podcast that brings you an in-depth exploration of the week's most compelling stories, events, and happenings right here in the Stateline. Join us as we unravel the threads of our community's narrative, providing you with insightful discussions, exclusive interviews, and a closer look at the people, places, and events shaping our region. Tune in every week for a blend of informative storytelling and engaging conversations. Stay connected, stay informed, and stay engaged with This Week in the Stateline. Because when you know your community, you're a part of something bigger. Subscribe now and join us on this journey of discovery

Episodes

June 27, 2025 • 30 mins

 

SEGMENT #1: New Byron Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Michelle Lorenz

In this episode, newly appointed Executive Director Michelle Lorenz outlines specifics for the 38th Annual Byronfest. So covers the new location for the carnival rides, as well as the new musical line-up for 2025. She outlines specifics for the festival and provides an overview of the festival and what it means for the city...

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SEGMENT #1: CENTER FOR SIGHT AND HEARING GOLF PLAYDAY MONDAY JUNE 23rd

Pam Graney, Golf Committee Chair with Center for Sight and Hearing discusses the upcoming Golf Playday Monday, June 23rd at Forest Hills Country Club. The 20th Annual Gerald Broski Memorial Golf Outing is open to all right up to the 12noon Shoot gun start and includes golf, dinner and fun. She outlines how to sign up, which progr...

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June 13, 2025 • 30 mins

 

SEGMENT #1: Don’t Be Next Foundation Events with Executive Director Matt Weldon
The Don't Be Next Foundation is hosting numerous fundraising events in June and July so Executive Director Matt Weldon outlines the Mission of the Foundation to prevent individuals taking their own life. Fundraisers include a BBQ Tasting Event June 21st at Baseball Tap, and the annual Golf Outing in July to raise funds, supp...

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June 6, 2025 • 30 mins

 

SEGMENT #1: Winnebago County Forest Preserves “Hooked on Fun” Event June 14th

Natural Resource Manager Mike Groves discusses the 8th Annual “Hooked on FUN” Kids Fishing Event scheduled for June 14th from 9-11am at Four Lakes Preserve on Hatchery Road. The event happens rain or shine and is free for the families with kids 3-6, 7-11 and 12-16. Interested people just show up, re...

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May 30, 2025 • 30 mins

         

SEGMENT #1: Lights and Ladders at Loves Park City Hall Alyssa Thompson

Loves Park City Hall is hosting its 2nd Annual Lights and Ladders event Thursday, June 5th from 6-8pm to highlight the local Loves Park Fire Department and Loves Park Police Departments to the public. Alyssa Thompson who is a Loves Park City Hall employee outlines the day in this segment. This free fam...

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May 23, 2025 • 30 mins

 

SEGMENT #1: ROCKFORD 4th of July Committee Ted O’Donnell & Tom Luepkes 

In this segment, the 4th of July Committee pops in to outline the new launch location for the Rockford 4th of July Celebration, why it was moved, what is new for 2025 and how the community can support this totally supported by donation celebration. In addition, Ted O’Donnell and Tom Luepkes outline how busin...

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May 16, 2025 • 30 mins

 

SEGMENT #1: Winnebago County Forest Preserves “Hooked on Fun” June 14th

Natural Resource Manager Mike Groves discusses the 8th Annual “Hooked on FUN” Kids Fishing Event scheduled for June 14th from 9-11am at Four Lakes Preserve on Hatchery Road. The event happens rain or shine and is free for the families with kids 3-6, 7-11 and 12-16. Interested people just show up, register...

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May 9, 2025 • 30 mins

 

SEGMENT #1: ROCKFORD 4th of July Committee Ted O’Donnell & Tom Luepkes

In this segment, the 4th of July Committee pops in to outline the new launch location for the Rockford 4th of July Celebration, why it was moved, what is new for 2025 and how the community can support this totally supported by donation celebration. In addition, Ted O’Donnell and Tom Luepkes outline how businesses ...

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May 2, 2025 • 29 mins

 

SEGMENT #1: ROCKFORD 4th of July Committee Ted O’Donnell & Tom Luepkes 

In this segment, the 4th of July Committee pops in to outline the new launch location for the Rockford 4th of July Celebration, why it was moved, what is new for 2025 and how the community can support this totally supported by donation celebration. In addition, Ted O’Donnell and Tom Luepkes outline how busin...

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April 24, 2025 • 32 mins

 

SEGMENT #1: Discovery Center Museum Directors Heidi Holcomb and Meredith MacKay

What is new for 2025 at the Discovery Center Museum in downtown Rockford. Directors Heidi and Meredith outline everything from memberships, summer camps for kids, changes inside the building and an attempt at a Guinness World Record for the largest bubble enclosing people. DiscoveryCenterMuseum.org for more.

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April 18, 2025 • 30 mins

 

SEGMENT #1: RAMP SIP & SAMPLE FUNDRAISER APRIL 24th ABBY FINLEY 

RAMP Disability Resources  and Services is hosting their annual Sip and Sample Fundraiser April 24th at Nicholas Conservatory. In this segment, Abby Finley from RAMP outlines the event, the specifics of the night, how to get tickets and what the funding is used for in the community serving Winnebago, Boone, Stephenson and...

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April 11, 2025 • 30 mins

 

SEGMENT #1: RAMP SIP & SAMPLE FUNDRAISER APRIL 24th ABBY FINLEY 

RAMP Disability Resources  and Services is hosting their annual Sip and Sample Fundraiser April 24th at Nicholas Conservatory. In this segment, Abby Finley from RAMP outlines the event, the specifics of the night, how to get tickets and what the funding is used for in the community serving Winnebago, Boone, Stephenson and...

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April 4, 2025 • 30 mins

 

SEGMENT #1: NATIONAL HEALTHCARE DECISIONS DAY APRIL 16th 

In this segment, Tammy Christiansen and Pam Henderson of Heartland Hospice, with Sylvia Yone of Morning Star Village, outline the importance of pre-planning for your healthcare. At this free community fair Wednesday, April 16th beginning at 10am, information will be available for all.



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March 28, 2025 • 30 mins

 

SEGMENT #1: RAMP SIP & SAMPLE FUNDRAISER APRIL 24th ABBY FINLEY 

RAMP Disability Resources  and Services is hosting their annual Sip and Sample Fundraiser April 24th at Nicholas Conservatory. In this segment, Abby Finley from RAMP outlines the event, the specifics of the night, how to get tickets and what the funding is used for in the community serving Winnebago, Boone, Stephenson and...

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March 21, 2025 • 30 mins

 

SEGMENT #1: Assisting Hands Veterans Assistance Events Janine Idstein  

In this segment, Janine Idstein outlines the work Assisting Hands performs for Stateline area Veterans year round and how they are always looking for caregivers. In addition, she outlines a free Bowling event for veterans March 28th at Don Carter Lanes. She outlines other events this summer to help support Veterans Dro...

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March 14, 2025 • 30 mins

 

SEGMENT #1: Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful KNIB/Corinne Sosso 

In this segment, Corinne Sosso outlines E-Recycling of remotes, batteries, Televisions, chargers, etc. and why it is important to save the environment. In addition, she outlined Earth Day coming up April 22nd and how to nominate outstanding work in our community and how to get involved. More information and schedules at KNIB.ORG.&...

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March 7, 2025 • 30 mins

 

SEGMENT #1: RAMP SIP & SAMPLE FUNDRAISER APRIL 24th ABBY FINLEY

RAMP Disability Resources and Services is hosting their annual Sip and Sample Fundraiser April 24th at Nicholas Conservatory. In this segment, Abby Finley from RAMP outlines the event, the specifics of the night, how to get tickets and what the funding is used for in the community serving Winnebago, Boone, Stephenson and DeKalb Coun...

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February 28, 2025 • 30 mins

 

SEGMENT #1: PALEOFEST 2025 AT BURPEE MUSEUM JOSH MATHEWS

In this segment. Josh Mathews of Burpee Museum outlines this weekend's Paleofest 2025 Celebration at the museum and outlines the who, what and where of the event. He also outlines why kids coming to Paleofest can learn to be anything they want through the wonder of science. The event is February 28th thru March 2nd 2025. Details at BurpeeMuseu...

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February 21, 2025 • 32 mins

 

SEGMENT #1: Rockford Area Arts Council Executive Director Mary McNamara Bernsten 

Rockford Area Arts Council Director Mary McNamara Bernsten discusses the upcoming Award Show March 7th at the Rockford Women’s Club and how nominations are determined. In addition, she provides an update on the recent purchase and renovation of the Armory Building in downtown Rockford. 

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February 14, 2025 • 30 mins

 

SEGMENT #1: The ARC of Winnebago, Boone and Ogle County Choc Froc Update

In this segment Amy Newell and Liz from Halo Bakeshop outline and update the Stateline on everything Chocoholic Frolic Event Feb 27th at Tebala Event Center. In addition to outlining the event from start to finish, and how to get tickets for this fundraiser, Amy outlines the programs that benefit from this Choc Froc Event. Tick...

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