Meet 25 Individuals Who Are Leaving Their Mark On Our Region Everyday heroes are all around us. Parents, emergency responders and teachers come quickly to mind. But what about the small-business owners, conservationists, philanthropists and quiet leaders among us? It’s easy to take for granted, but it’s important to recognize the many ways these heroes inspire us to dream more, ...
One Event at a Time Nick Povalitis sees Rockford through a different lens than most people. It’s his job, after all, to find opportunities and fill gaps when it comes to attracting events and new visitors to his hometown. Povalitis graduated from Auburn High School before attending the University of Illinois, where he earned a journalism degree. He worked in ...