When this tech-heavy firm sought to connect with clients personally, advisor Mark Gerard took the call. A decade later, his team remains committed to the relationships behind their business. ...
She didn’t expect to fall in love with the Rockford area, but 40 years later the region is a better place because of it. Whether she’s connecting people with work or servants with needs, this business leader has done much to improve her adopted hometown. ...
It’s no secret Rockford has homeless people, but did you know there’s a new way to help them – and ensure their dignity? A new thrift store from this nonprofit organization aims to make life just a little easier for the homeless. ...
The story of Rockford’s long industrial history is plenty obvious in the abandoned factories surrounding the city’s core. As local preservationists rush to save these landmarks before it’s too late, they’re helping to write the next chapter while recording the stories of our past. ...
Though there’s not yet an opening date, excitement is building for Rockford’s first casino, even as its “Opening Act” continues to grow. ...
What does it take to paint a tribute to Rockford’s most famous baseball team? For a pair of Ohio artists last year, it meant a deep dive into local history and an artistic flair that helped to create a colorful greeting for anyone entering Rockford’s Seventh Street corridor. ...
Owner Dave Stenberg's passion shines through as he welcomes customers, offers expert advice and enjoys the satisfaction of helping generations of customers find the right tools for their needs. ...
This Rockford garden center and furniture showroom has come a long way since its modest beginnings in the 1960s, and it’s no accident that it’s now a leader in its field. How’d it get there? It starts with meeting the customer’s needs. ...
Have it your way at this local favorite for pizza and pasta. With a wide and versatile menu of favorites – and a few surprises – it’s packed with options to satisfy most any kind of taste. (Can you say 30 toppings?). ...