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1. Here's who wants to be Rockford's next mayor (wifr.com) — Rockford residents now know the first three candidates vying to replace outgoing Mayor Tom McNamara, including State Rep. Maurice West, Council Member Gabrielle Torina, and former candidate Derrick Kunz. The story outlines their backgrounds, key priorities, and the 2027 primary and consolidated election dates, plus notes that acting mayor Janessa Neal does not plan to run.
2. Brad Hopkins named CEO of Rockford Rescue Mission (mystateline.com) — Rockford's Rescue Mission has a new leader, with longtime rescue-mission professional Brad Hopkins stepping in as CEO following the 44-year tenure of Sherry Pitney. Local readers learn about Hopkins' ministry background, the board's confidence in his faith-driven approach, and assurances that the mission's core commitment to serving people in need in Rockford remains unchanged.
3. Nearly $2 million allocated to boost local workforce training in the Stateline (mystateline.com) — Rockford residents could see new job-training opportunities as the Stateline region receives nearly $2 million for workforce development, including almost $520,000 earmarked for the City of Rockford. Additional funding will support programs at the YMCA of Northwestern Illinois and Comprehensive Community Solutions, all aimed at helping residents facing barriers to steady employment.
4. Rockford area's Week 3 top performers kick in after Harlem routs Auburn (rrstar.com) — High school football fans around Rockford get a quick look at Week 3's standout performances, highlighted by Harlem's 51-0 rout of Auburn on Thursday night. The piece spotlights key players' stats and reminds readers they can follow more Rockford-area prep coverage and newsletters from the Rockford Register Star's sports desk.
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