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• Developer announces $78.4M plans at two Rockford riverfront locations (rrstar.com) — Downtown Rockford's riverfront is set for a major transformation, with Urban Equity Properties planning 142 new apartments, 15 storefronts, and multiple restaurants across the historic News Tower and former Rever's Marina. Backed by city support and historic tax credits, the projects promise new housing, riverfront dining, and a publishing museum that preserves the Register Star building's legacy.
• Rockford drivers face new road construction delays (rrstar.com) — Drivers in Rockford should plan for closures and lane restrictions on 11th Street, Madison Street, and Auburn Street as major construction continues into fall. Through traffic is blocked in several segments, but access to homes and businesses is being maintained while crews install sidewalks, storm sewers, lighting, and new curbs, with detours and flaggers guiding vehicles.
• Rockford chapter of TOPS welcomes stateliners who want lose weight sensibly (wifr.com) — In Rockford, the local TOPS (Take Pounds Off Sensibly) chapter is inviting residents who want steady, realistic weight loss support to attend a free first meeting. Longtime member Ronette Wenberg, who has maintained a 100‑pound loss for decades, emphasizes portion control, sensible eating, and weekly group encouragement over fad diets, drugs, or special foods.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: They are both in the middle of water. (Thank you Curt K. for sending it in!)
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