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In today's newsletter:

• How deputies finally stopped a 98 mph chase through Rockford streets
• What police say happened in an attempted carjacking on Rockford's southeast side
• Can Auburn's new coach revive Rockford's struggling Knights football program?

Also on today's calendar: ICONIC REUNION - Music of Neil Diamond, Roy Orbison, Patsy Cline, John Denver, and MORE and 8 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Tuesday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, with a high of 78 and low of 65 degrees.
• Wednesday: A thunderstorm in spots, temps: high: 81, low: 57.
• Thursday: Mostly sunny and nice, with a high of 80 and low of 60 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Gang member arrested after 98 MPH chase in Rockford (mystateline.com) — Rockford police arrested a 23-year-old man after an overnight high-speed chase that reportedly hit 98 mph and ended near Harrison and Kishwaukee, where officers found a firearm in the car. Deputies used a tire deflation device as the vehicle sped through multiple city streets before the driver and two passengers were detained. Court records note the driver's prior felony convictions and gang affiliation.
   

• Man accused of attempted carjacking in Rockford (wifr.com) — Rockford police say a 36-year-old local man has been charged after an attempted carjacking on the city's southeast side Sunday morning. The victim kept their key fob, preventing the suspect from driving off, and officers arrested the man shortly afterward; he faces vehicular hijacking, drug, and identification-related charges and has a scheduled court appearance.
   

• Auburn Knights hit the reset button for their program with new head coach Hosea Harris (mystateline.com) — Rockford's Auburn High School football program is rebooting under new head coach Hosea Harris, who previously helped guide the Knights to conference titles and deep playoff runs. Players like versatile senior Tony Lepien, first-time quarterback Alonzo Herbig, and several young standouts are central to Harris's plan to restore competitiveness. Fans can follow the Knights' season on local Friday night coverage.
   

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Rockford

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Tuesday August 18
• Regular Board Meeting
  Fairview Early Childhood Center Rockford, IL 61108
  7:00 pm
Wednesday August 19
• League Joe Slowpitch Draft League
  Atwood Center Mercyhealth Sportscore One
  6:00 pm
• RPD Women's Soccer League
  Atwood Center Mercyhealth Sportscore Two
  6:00 pm
Thursday August 20
• Mechanical Board Meeting →
  Rockford, IL Calendar, 425 E. State Street 1st Floor, Rockford
  7:30 am
• Police Pension Board Meeting →
  Rockford, IL Calendar, 425 E. State Street 2nd Floor, Rockford
  8:00 am
• Preschool Storytime
  East Branch East - Children's Area
  10:15 am
• East Branch Book Discussion Group
  East Branch East - Friends of RPL Community Room
  2:00 pm
• A Conversation with Dr. Huff
  Fairview Early Childhood Center 5620 Spring Creek Rd, Rockford, IL 61114, USA
  4:30 pm
Saturday August 22
• ICONIC REUNION - Music of Neil Diamond, Roy Orbison, Patsy Cline, John Denver, and MORE →
  Concerts On The Creek at 4500 Spring Creek Rd, Rockford, IL
  7:00 pm
Sunday August 23
• Woodsong Summer Concert - RESPECT! A Tribute to the Queen of Soul →
  Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden, 2715 S Main St, Rockford
  6:00 pm
Sunday September 6
• Woodsong Summer Concert - Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute →
  Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden, 2715 S Main St, Rockford
  6:00 pm

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🗓 Events Nearby

Wednesday August 19
• Hand Sewing with Mai
  Cherry Valley Public Library District 755 East State Street, Cherry Valley, IL, 61016, US
  5:00 pm
• Seed Saving 101: Learn How to Save Seeds at Home
  Cherry Valley Public Library District 755 East State Street, Cherry Valley, IL, 61016, US
  6:00 pm
• League Joe Slowpitch Draft League
  Atwood Center Mercyhealth Sportscore One
  6:00 pm
• RPD Women's Soccer League
  Atwood Center Mercyhealth Sportscore Two
  6:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Update: Pet Reunited
  Vanilla, a dog who went missing in Rockford, IL, has been safely reunited with their family after 4 hours, 31 minutes. Message from Owner: "She was… (Nextdoor North West Side)
• My cat went missing yesterday cause someone left my back door open if anyone her please let me know her name is misty she is the friendliest cat you'll ever meet she's just a little shy.
  I'm right off Warren ave an Crosby by Chuck E. Cheese (Nextdoor Palmwood)

• Cintas posted a job opening for Warehouse Associate - Loader/Unloader - 2nd Shift in Rockford. Apply here.
• Rockford Public Schools posted a job opening for Assistant Football Coach (26/27 School Year) in Rockford. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Rockford here.

🗞 Nearby News

Winnebago

• Three armed men arrested in Rockford Police traffic stop (mystateline.com)
• Winnebago County Coroner identifies female inmate who died (bluewaterhealthyliving.com)
• Nominate Those Who Have Made a Difference Within Your Community! (mystateline.com)

Roscoe

• New Youth Director Brings Energy, Purpose, and a Heart for Service to Roscoe United Methodist Church (roscoenews.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he could save time! (Thank you Lorraine S. for sending it in!)
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