This Week In The Stateline Podcast
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Episodes
SEGMENT #1: Rock House Kids “Real” Event Executive Director Dee Lacny
In this segment, Executive Director Dee Lacny outlines their annual fundraiser “RHK Real” September 17th at Tebala Events Center. The mission of Rock House is outlined, the event specifics, and where the proceeds from this fundraiser will be utilized in our community are all covered.
More at RockHou...
SEGMENT #1: Rockford Art Museum Executive Director Carrie Johnson
The 78th Annual Greenwich Village Art Fair hosted by The Rockford Art Museum is Sept. 19-20 at the Riverfront Museum Park. Rockford Art Museum Executive Director Carrie Johnson outlines why the fair is such a staple of the community, why it is so successful, and what is scheduled for 2026. More info at GreenwichVillageArtFair.com...
SEGMENT #1: Assistant Chief Andrew Schultz Win-Bur-Sew Fire Dept. / Hero Climb
In this episode, the Assistant Fire Chief Andrew Schultz of the Win-Bur-Sew Fire Department discusses his involvement with Hero Climb 2026. He outlines why he does it, how to get involved, and why Win-Bur-Sew Fire Department is all in for 2026. How to sign up for this event Hero Climb which is September 13th, is also...
SEGMENT #1: SUPERHERO CENTER Jim Taylor
The Superhero Center for Autism in Loves Park is having a FUN RUN September 20th at Doty Park in Belvidere from 3-5 pm. Director Jim Taylor outlines the FunRun, what the Superhero Center for Autism is and how members of the community can utilize the facility, connect with others in the area working with Autism and help support it. SuperheroCenter.ORG for m...
SEGMENT #1: Marshmallow’s Hope 90’s Gala at Hard Rock with Katy Chadwick
In this episode, Marketing Director Katy Chadwick of Marshmallow’s Hope outlines the upcoming Gala September 18th at Hard Rock Casino. She also outlines the services and ways they can help with suicide prevention and more at no cost to individuals. More at MarshmallowsHope.org How to sign up for this event is also hi...
SEGMENT #1: ROCK YARD MUSICFEST 2026 Go Rockford Julie and Kristen
The inaugural RockYard Musicfest is Friday and Saturday, August 14th and 15th at Davis Park. Go Rockford organizer committee members Julie and Kristen outline the who, what, where, when and whys of this first year/first event at Davis Park festival featuring food, music and yard games. More at RockYardMusicFest.com
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SEGMENT #1: Marshmallow’s Hope Community Outreach Director Katy Chadwick
Katy Chadwich outlines what Marshmellow’s Hope is, how it benefits the community and helps to prevent Youth Suiside in the Rockford Area. They have branches in St. Louis, and Springfield as well. She outlines the fundraising efforts and their Gala event coming September 18th at Hard ROck Casino Rockford. More at Mars...
SEGMENT #1: 5th Annual Rockford Boxing Classic August 1st
In this episode, Jimmy the organizer outlines the 5th Annual Rockford Boxing Classic August 1st under the Rockford City Market Pavillion which starts at 4pm. Food, refreshments, 10+ Boxing matches and more all to raise funds and awareness for Patriots Gateway Center Youth Programs. He also outlines the November 7th Hard Rock Casino Boxing Event Date...
SEGMENT #1: 17th Circuit Therapy Dog Volunteers
In this segment, Bruce Erickson outlines this 501C3 Non for Profit Volunteer organization that provides Therapy Dogs for local schools, universities, first responders and more. He outlines the vetting process for those interested in helping, the requirements for dogs to be in the program, and the overall benefits and results he sees when therapy dogs are pres...
SEGMENT #1: Byron Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Michelle Lorenz
In this episode, The Executive Director of the Byron Chamber Michelle Lorenz outlines the events planned for this years’ annual Byronfest July 10th thru the 12th in downtown Byron. In addition to who, what, where, when, and entertainment, she outlines the newest changes for food vendors and how to get tickets at ByronChamb...
SEGMENT #1: Council of Rockford Gardeners Council President Arch Smith
Council President Arch Smith outlines this year's annual FREE GARDEN WALK July 8th from 1pm-8pm. This family event features 7 new homes for spectators to experience unique gardens. All locations are outlined, and how to join a gardening club as well as maps are outlined at www.crgrockford.com
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SEGMENT #1: Midway Village Museum Marketing Director Kristen Zambo
Marketing Director Kristen Zambo discusses the plans for the 4th of July Celebration at Midway Village Museum July 4th from 10am till 2pm which is perfect free family fun. No fireworks, but plenty of history facts, games, and pictures with Sock Monkey Babs dressed as Uncle Sam and copies of the Declaration of Independence will b...
SEGMENT #1: The ARC of Winnebago Boone and Ogle Country Amy and Sherry
Executive Director Amy Newell and Sherry from The ARC discuss the plans for July which is Disability Pride Awareness Month. In addition to the programs and sessions planned for July, they outline the Inaugural Puzzle Building Competition July 31st at the SM&SF Club on Sandy Hollow. TheARCWBO.ORG for more.
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SEGMENT #1: KNIB Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful Committee Jean
Communication Director Jean outlines and discusses the plans for the KNIB Medical Collection Drive June 20th in South Beloit and at Loves Park City Hall Grounds from 9am till 12Noon. Medicals will be properly disposed of and not flushed down the drains. Free to recycle. Just stop, roll thru and go. Also, the deadline for their biggest f...
SEGMENT #1: Rockford 4th of July Committee Ted O’Donnell
Executive Director Ted O’Donnell discusses the plans for the 4th of July Celebration in Rockford which costs $75,000 this year in honor of the 250th Celebrations of America. He is looking for donations, and sponsors and outlines the plan for the day including parade, entertainment and fireworks. Donate at 4thandlights.com
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SEGMENT #1: Rockford Area Arts Council Executive Director Mary McNamara Bernsten
In this segment, Executive Director Mary McNamara Bernsten outlines the summer programs for children available to help facilitate education through art. Kids can sign up at ArtsForEveryone.com. She also outlines the annual Membership Drive happening now, and concludes with an update on the restoration of the Rockford...
SEGMENT #1: Oscar Mike Foundation Screening of Sum Function Movie May 30th
In this segment, Oscar Mike Founder Noah Currier has created a documentary on disabled Veterans that is winning awards around the country. The Rockford movie debut is Saturday, May 30th at Hard Rock and the proceeds benefit the Oscar Mike Foundation for Disabled Veterans. More at OscarMike.ORG
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SEGMENT #1: Juneteenth Organizer Tommy Meeks and Geno Iafrate of Hard Rock Casino
In this segment, we outline the plans for Juneteenth 2026 in Rockford with Tommy Meeks, the organizer of Juneteenth on June 19th which includes a $19 concert ticket to experience “Cameo” at the Hard Rock Casino. The importance of the day, the events, and how the community has come together to support this ev...
SEGMENT #1: ARC of Winn, Boone & Ogle County Amy Newell and Sherry Freeman
In this segment, Amy Newell and Sherry Freeman of The ARC outline the summer programs through a grant from the Howard Trust Grant, as well as summer plans for July and more. Also they outline July being Disability Awareness Month. More at ARCwbo.org
SEGMENT #2: Rockford City Market 2026 Executive ...
SEGMENT #1: President/CEO of Community Foundation of NW Ill Michelle DeHaven
In this segment, Michelle outlines the ways individuals can donate to help tornado victims of NorthWest Illinois, specifically LENA Illinois after the EF2 tornado destroyed half of the town on April 17th. The Community Foundation is matching up to $50,000 to aid relief efforts. The dollars will be distributed to n...
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