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• What to do around the Stateline this Sunday, Sept. 27 (mystateline.com) — If you're looking for plans today in Rockford, World War II Days continues at Midway Village with battle reenactments, vintage vehicles, and local food. You can also browse the Handmade Harvest fall market in Machesney Park or support kids at the Cars for CASA show in Belvidere, all within a short drive of town.
• Winnebago County sees lowest price for premium gas at $4.65 in week ending Sept. 19 (rockfordsun.com) — Premium gas prices around Winnebago County, including Rockford, recently dipped as low as $4.65 per gallon at one station, with Rockford's lowest reported price at $4.99. While county and state averages remain higher, the report shows where Rockford-area drivers are finding relatively cheaper premium fuel and reminds readers that prices can change daily or even hourly.
• Rock Valley College drops DEI name, retains programs (campusreform.org) — Rockford's Rock Valley College has quietly renamed its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion office to "Culture & Belonging" while keeping most programs and its multi‑year Equity Plan in place. The article details ongoing initiatives like Safe Zone training, outside grant support, and how the rebranding fits into a broader national trend of colleges adjusting DEI labels under federal pressure.
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