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Good morning Rockford! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Rockford businesses can tap into billions in government contracts
  • Which Rockford riverfront and trunk‑or‑treat events are happening today?
  • How Rockford churches and groups are teaming up to build unity

Also on today's calendar: The Wellness Retreat: A Festival Where Mind, Body, and Music Meet and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Turning sunny and very warm, with a high of 79 and low of 60 degrees.
  • Monday: Very warm, temps: high: 82, low: 65.
  • Tuesday: Rather cloudy and warm, with a high of 76 and low of 53 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• New program aims to help Rockford-area businesses win government contracts (rockrivercurrent.com) — A new Apex Accelerator program based at the Region 1 Planning Council office in downtown Rockford is offering free help to local businesses that want to compete for government contracts. Rockford‑area companies can get one‑on‑one guidance with registrations, certifications, and bid strategies, opening doors to a share of billions in federal, state, and local spending.
   

• What to do around the Stateline this Sunday, Oct. 11 (mystateline.com) — If you're looking for something to do in Rockford today, you can catch the 40th annual Head of the Rock Regatta along the Rock River starting at 8 a.m., with food and vendors at the UW Health Riverfront YMCA. Families can also enjoy trunk‑or‑treat events at Murphys Pub in Rockford and Dolphin Swim Club in Loves Park this afternoon.
   

• Rockford community leaders call for increased unity and collaboration (mystateline.com) — Community leaders in Rockford are rallying churches and organizations to work together around events like the Unity Fashion Show, which showcases local talent. Their push centers on building stronger connections among residents and encouraging more collaboration across the city, inviting Rockford neighbors to participate in shared activities that highlight unity and common experiences.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I know some people might not be able to see this but it is absolutely fantastic.
    A local Bodega rewards kids for improving their grades with free stuff from the bodega and cash and t-shirt. I think more store owners around here… (Nextdoor North End Square)
  • Hello everyone, I live in the corner of Kishwaukee and Broadway and last night my dog got out.
    He's not in a pound. I've checked already if you see him, please contact me at 815-420-1469. (Nextdoor South of 6th)
  • Devoted Health. posted a job opening for Payroll Specialist in Rockford. Apply here.
  • Coforge posted a job opening for Duckcreek Billing developer in Rockford. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Rockford here.

🗞 Nearby News

Loves Park

  • ECONOMIC DRIVERS: Routing Enterprise And Industry Clusters in the Great Lakes (siteselection.com)

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Ok Rockford! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath?" — A dirty double crosser ! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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