This Week In The Stateline Podcast
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Episodes
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...
SEGMENT #1: CARS AND COFFEE
In this segment, Anna Struven from Cars and Coffee Rockford outlines the monthly car show, how to get involved and how to donate prizes. She also invites other car clubs to participate and get involved. It is free to attend and information is always shared on their Facebook Page. More at CarsAndCoffeeRockford.com
SEGMENT #2: President & CEO of Community F...
SEGMENT #1: GiGi’s Playhouse Rockford 5K Dash for Down Syndrome
In this segment, Executive Director Karen Carlson outlines this year’s 5K Dash for Down Syndrome event at Roscoe Middle School Saturday, April 25th starting at 9am. The show outlines how to sign up, where the proceeds from the event go, and how you can participate virtually without even running to raise donations to keep GiGi&r...
SEGMENT #1: SUPERHERO CENTER FOR AUTISM Jim Taylor
In this segment, Jim Taylor Communications Director for Superhero Center outlines the concept of the center for families and those with Autism. In addition, he outlines their upcoming Marquade Ball coming April 18th at Embassy Suites. He also outlines how a family can attend the Supercenter Gym session. More at SuperHeroCenter.org.
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SEGMENT #1: GiGi’s Playhouse Rockford 5K Dash for Down Syndrome
In this segment, Executive Director Karen Carlson outlines this year’s 5K Dash for Down Syndrome event at Roscoe Middle School Saturday, April 25th starting at 9am. The show outlines how to sign up, where the proceeds from the event go, and how you can participate virtually without even running to raise donations to keep G...
SEGMENT #1: Rock House Kids Executive Director and Volunteer Director
In this segment, Executive Director Dee Lacny and Volunteer Director Tarah Curry outline all things Rock House Kids and what this non-profit, community funded center does for kids in the hardest hit areas for violence and abuse. In addition to informing, they also invite the public to their Rock-N- Bowl coming up April 11th and how...
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