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Rockford Symphony Orchestra Presents Scottish Fantasy

January 23, 2020 @ 11:44 am

The Rockford Symphony Orchestra will perform on Saturday, February 15, 7:30 pm at the Coronado Performing Arts Center with a classics concert, Scottish Fantasy....

Midway Village Announces 2020 Calendar Of Events

January 20, 2020 @ 1:36 pm

Having lived in Rockford my entire life, I can’t tell you how many times I’ve visited Midway Village Museum over the years. What I...

$5 Kids Tickets and So Much More With The Ice Hogs

January 17, 2020 @ 2:03 pm

MONDAY – JANUARY 20th – Celebrate martin Luther King, Jr. Day with the Rockford IceHogs with $5 kids tickets (18 and under) AND we...

Galaxy Wars At Discovery Center Museum

January 17, 2020 @ 10:58 am

Since its debut in 1977, the saga of Star Wars has transported children and adults to a galaxy far, far away. But on Sunday, January 26...

34th Annual Illinois Snow Sculpting Competition

January 16, 2020 @ 3:49 pm

Blocks of snow will soon transform into works of art at the 34th Annual Illinois Snow Sculpting Competition, which takes place at Sinnissippi Park,...

Great Seats Are Still Available For This Weekend's Concert

January 16, 2020 @ 11:48 am

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[usual] Suspects Celebrates 5th Season with 2020 Gala

January 16, 2020 @ 11:39 am

[usual] Suspects will celebrate their 5th season with a 2020 Gala at their new home, Keith Country Day School (located at 1 Jacoby Place...

Proposed Hard Rock Casino Rockford Kicks Off Food Drive Benefiting Rock River Va...

January 15, 2020 @ 3:25 pm

Today, the proposed Hard Rock Casino Rockford kicked off the first day of a month-long food drive benefiting the Rock River Valley Pantry and...

GiGi’s Playhouse Rockford Partners with Gateway Performing Arts for Portal Th...

January 14, 2020 @ 2:34 pm

GiGi’s Playhouse Rockford is pleased to announce their third collaborative effort with Gateway Performing Arts, a full-stage adaptation of the classic “Thumbalina” at City...

Coronado Marquee Sign LED Lighting Conversion

January 13, 2020 @ 9:01 am

The Friends of the Coronado Foundation is proud to announce it has received a $14,690 grant for the LED lighting fixture conversion of the...

New Executive Director takes the seat at the Rockford Area Arts Council

January 13, 2020 @ 8:50 am

January 10, 2020 Rockford, IL Mary McNamara Bernsten will begin her role as the Executive Director of the Rockford Area Arts Council on Monday,...

Startup Weekend Rockford is happening next weekend, January 17-19, 2020.

January 10, 2020 @ 11:50 am

The weekend-long event begins Friday night and ends Sunday evening. Interested individuals present ideas and form into teams who work to build a concept...

Rockford Sharefest & Stroll on State Need You

January 2, 2020 @ 11:17 am

It’s after the holidays and just like your home, downtown Rockford is packing away the decorations too. Rockford Sharefest and Stroll on State is...

Local Christmas Tree Recycling & Mulch Sites

December 26, 2019 @ 2:48 pm

Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful offers 13 sites in and around Rockford where natural (not flocked) Christmas trees can be chipped and recycled into mulch...

Profane messages posted after Rockford traffic signs hacked

December 23, 2019 @ 12:21 pm

If you were driving through Rockford this weekend you may have noticed profane messages on a couple digital traffic signs. The signs were hacked...

Profane Messages posted after Rockford Traffic signs Hacked

December 23, 2019 @ 12:21 pm

If you were driving through Rockford this weekend you may have noticed profane messages on a couple digital traffic signs. The signs were hacked...

Rockford Police vs Fire Department in Salvation Army Battle of the Bells!

December 17, 2019 @ 4:27 pm

The Rockford Police Department is challenging the Rockford Fire Department to a Battle of the Bells for the second year running, on Friday, December...

Local Christmas Tree Recycling & Mulch Sites

December 13, 2019 @ 2:48 pm

Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful offers 13 sites in and around Rockford where natural (not flocked) Christmas trees can be chipped and recycled into mulch...

The Salvation Army of Winnebago needs your help packing food boxes this Christma...

December 5, 2019 @ 2:50 pm

The Salvation Army of Winnebago has an urgent need for volunteers to help pack 2,000 food boxes for Christmas distribution. Packing will take place...

Help Decorate Downtown Rockford This Weekend!

November 18, 2019 @ 5:42 pm

This weekend, downtown Rockford will begin its transformation into the Christmas wonderland that has become so crucial to the Stroll On State and downtown...

Largest Rockford IceHogs Hockey Fight Caught on Camera [VIDEO]

November 15, 2019 @ 9:06 am

The largest Rockford IceHogs hockey fight that ever broke out at The BMO Harris Bank Center was caught on camera....

Santa Coming to CherryVale Friday

November 4, 2019 @ 10:06 am

It seems a little early, but Santa Claus is making his arrival at CherryVale Mall this Friday (11/8). The party starts at 5:30p....

Design Rockford Mayor's Christmas Card

November 1, 2019 @ 12:05 pm

Rockford Mayor Thomas McNamara designs a different Christmas Card every year. To make the card more unique, this year he is asking for help...

The Clown That Terrorized Rockford

October 31, 2019 @ 3:58 pm

Remember that Halloween when The X Clown gave you nightmares…and tickets?...

Car Crashes into Funeral Home in Downtown Rockford [VIDEO]

October 31, 2019 @ 10:33 am

This just goes to show people can’t drive in the first snowfall of the year....

Comedian John Crist Takes a Tour of Rockford [VIDEO]

October 31, 2019 @ 8:52 am

Comedian John Crist was in Rockford over the weekend and his tour of Rockford is the funniest thing you will see all day....

Last Week For The Festival Of Frights In Rockford

October 29, 2019 @ 7:37 am

Halloween season is almost over 🙁 But you still have time to enjoy it and have some fun!...

Trick or Treating in The Stateline

October 17, 2019 @ 12:29 pm

Here is a list of towns in Northern Illinois and their designated Halloween ‘Trick or Treat’ times:...

Trick or Treating in The Stateline

October 17, 2019 @ 12:29 pm

Here is a list of towns in Northern Illinois and their designated Halloween ‘Trick or Treat’ times:...

4 Real Rockford Haunts Caught on Video

October 17, 2019 @ 9:35 am

There are a lot of great haunted houses you can hit up this time of year, but nothing beats the real thing, right? Here...

It'll Be A Long Cold Winter For Stateline Homeless

October 15, 2019 @ 12:06 pm

Here’s how you can directly help....

Hard Rock Planning Temporary Casino at Giovanni's

October 10, 2019 @ 12:12 pm

Giovanni’s Restaurant and Convention Center could be adding casino to it’s title, at least temporarily. Hard Rock as released floor plans for Giovanni’s to...

Louis C.K. Coming to Rockford

October 7, 2019 @ 12:11 pm

One of the biggest names in comedy, Louis C.K. has been lying low since 2017 when he admitted that sexual misconduct claims made by...

Olympic Table Tennis Trials Come to Rockford

October 3, 2019 @ 12:32 pm

This Saturday the North American Olympic Table Tennis Trials are coming to Rockford! It will bring men’s and women’s teams to represent both Team...

Float Your Cares Away at Forest City Float

October 2, 2019 @ 9:51 am

Do you ever just need a moment to yourself to relax? Well maybe you can go for a float!...

Beer For Good: New PSB IPA To Benefit United Way of Rock River Valley

October 1, 2019 @ 11:51 am

It looks like beer, it smells like beer, and it definitely tastes like beer…but it’s actually more!...

Six Flags Fright Fest 2019: A post terror review

September 30, 2019 @ 11:39 am

It’s that time of year again! The temps are cooler, the leaves are turning, and that Giant orange “Fright Fest” flag is flying over...

IceHogs Hosting Family Event This Saturday

September 26, 2019 @ 10:21 am

The Rockford IceHogs are hosting a family friendly, event packed watch party to cheer on the Chicago Blackhawks this weekend....

Indoor City Market Now Open!

September 26, 2019 @ 6:56 am

Outdoor City Market is wrapping up, but indoor City Market is just getting started!...

Stroll on State Looking For Volunteers

September 23, 2019 @ 7:18 am

The 7th Annual Stroll on State is just under 75 days away and the Rockford Area Visitors and Convention Bureau is now accepting applications...

Live Broadcast at Lonnie's Stonecrafters

September 20, 2019 @ 10:00 am

Join Zander for a live broadcast at Lonnie's Stonecrafters! This is a 2-Day sale where you can score BIG deals on remnants and clearance...

Rockford's airport earns top distinction!

September 19, 2019 @ 3:20 pm

Rockford International Airport is soaring to new heights! (I would like to immediately like to apologize for the proceeding pun…)...

Smokey Bones: A BBQ Lover's New Hangout in the 815!!

September 18, 2019 @ 9:11 am

Lori from “The Morning X” on 104.9 The X and “Average” JoePitt from 95.3 The Bull were invited to try out the AMAZING BBQ...

The Postal Shoppe is B'n Awesome By Stopping Scammers!

September 13, 2019 @ 8:27 am

The Postal Shoppe is always looking out for their customers....

Noah's Ark To The Rescue!

September 10, 2019 @ 12:31 pm

Zander adopted a pet in need from Noah’s Ark Animal Sanctuary, and you should too!...

Free Homecoming Dresses in Rockford

September 10, 2019 @ 7:56 am

Local students in need are invited to pick out free homecoming dresses at Becca’s Closet, a ministry of Rockford Area Lutheran Ministries....

Discovery Center Museum is FREE to Grandparents on September 8th

September 5, 2019 @ 9:38 am

National Grandparent’s Day is Sunday, September 8th and the Discovery Center Museum is offering a great way to celebrate!...

Get to Know: Reckless Redemption

August 28, 2019 @ 10:43 am

Get to know Rockford band, Reckless Redemption....

3 Stateline Cities Named Safest in Illinois

August 28, 2019 @ 6:50 am

A new report lists the safest cities in Illinois. Three popular cities in the Stateline have been named in the Top 100!...

11 Things You Never Thought You'd See on The Rock River

August 19, 2019 @ 1:33 pm

The Rock River Anything That Floats Raft Race was a sight to see on The Rock River Sunday....

ALL of the Deals You Can Score on 815 Day

August 12, 2019 @ 10:36 am

815 Day is August 15th in Rockford, and it’s time to celebrate our city!...

Rockford Dog Park Gets Lights Thanks to Donation

July 26, 2019 @ 1:34 pm

For the first time ever, Canine Corners Dog Park at Searls Park will be shown in an entirely new light....

RAMP is Looking For Volunteers!

July 24, 2019 @ 8:31 am

RAMP is a local non-profit organization that provides services and advocacy that assist individuals with disabilities to live as independently as possible....

Gianni Russo from The Godfather Movies in Rockford on Sunday

July 19, 2019 @ 12:23 pm

The 3rd Annual Solo Italiano event is happening THIS Sunday from 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. at Franchesco’s Ristorante and you can meet Gianni...

Heat Wave 2019 Cooling Centers

July 18, 2019 @ 6:11 am

Don’t be that guy who says “It’s going to be a hot one…stay cool” and can’t recommend where friends and neighbors who actually need...

Replay Booth: Mat Parker Talks About Major Hoops Tourney in Rockford

June 20, 2019 @ 12:29 pm

The inaugural Chicagoland Summer Showcase high school boys basketball tournament tips off this weekend with plenty to top teams from around the country as...

Replay Booth: Mat Parker Talks About Major Ho...

Interviews

Fred VanVleet Bobblehead Now Available

June 14, 2019 @ 10:46 am

Rockford native Fred VanVleet is an NBA champion. And what better way to celebrate that then with a bobblehead?...

19 Things Every Rockford Kid Should Do Before School Starts

June 11, 2019 @ 9:29 am

This is your child’s summer bucket list....

Cheer For Fred At Rockford's Own Jurassic Park

June 8, 2019 @ 6:01 pm

If you’ve been watching the NBA playoffs, you’ve seen the raucous party that is at Jurassic Park outside the Toronto Raptors’ stadium. Now Rockford...

Former Sox Player Huff To Speak at Salvation Army Luncheon

May 21, 2019 @ 9:45 am

Michael Huff, who played for the Chicago White Sox from 1991-93, will be the special guest speaker for The Salvation Army’s Friends of the...

Sneak Peek at the Art Coming to Downtown Rockford in May [PHOTOS]

April 24, 2019 @ 7:20 am

Rockford, we are in for a TREAT! Take a look at the incredible art that will be gracing the streets of downtown Rockford....

Get to Know: Isles of Aura

April 23, 2019 @ 9:45 am

Rockford band, Isles of Aura came to be in 2014, but their history as collaborators and friends dates back to before 2010....

The Revolution: Episode 258

The Revolution Podcast

Get to Know: 99 Proof Devils

April 17, 2019 @ 9:26 am

Get to know 99 Proof Devils, who you have the chance to see on April, 19th during the 104.9 The X Presents: The Revolution...

Rockford: Don't Beg Customers For Money, Do THIS Instead

April 4, 2019 @ 11:43 am

Happy Wok on 11th Street is giving me all the feels and I just can’t help myself....

Get to Know: Tundras

March 5, 2019 @ 6:25 am

Get to know Rockford band, Tundras, who you have the chance to see on April, 19th during the 104.9 The X Presents: The Revolution...

Get to Know: Rellik

February 26, 2019 @ 5:37 am

Get to know Rockford band, Rellik, who you will have the chance to see on April, 19th during the 104.9 The X Presents: The...

X Two Buck Bud Light Nights

February 8, 2019 @ 7:00 pm

Join us for ‘X Two Buck Bud Light Nights’ each Friday night the Icehogs are playing at home this season! ...

X Two Buck Bud Light Nights

February 1, 2019 @ 7:00 pm

Join us for ‘X Two Buck Bud Light Nights’ each Friday night the Icehogs are playing at home this season! ...

X Two Buck Bud Light Nights

January 25, 2019 @ 7:00 pm

Join us for ‘X Two Buck Bud Light Nights’ each Friday night the Icehogs are playing at home this season! ...

X Two Buck Bud Light Nights

January 18, 2019 @ 7:00 pm

Join us for ‘X Two Buck Bud Light Nights’ each Friday night the Icehogs are playing at home this season! ...

X Two Buck Bud Light Nights

December 28, 2018 @ 7:00 pm

Join us for ‘X Two Buck Bud Light Nights’ each Friday night the Icehogs are playing at home this season! ...

Railroad Tap Bingo

December 18, 2018 @ 6:00 pm

Join Kev from The Morning X at Rairoad Tap for Railroad Tap Bingo!...

Railroad Tap Bingo

December 11, 2018 @ 6:00 pm

Join Kev from The Morning X at Rairoad Tap for Railroad Tap Bingo!...

X Two Buck Bud Light Nights

December 7, 2018 @ 7:00 pm

Join us for 'X 2 Buck Bud Nights' each Friday night the Icehogs are playing at home this season! ...

Railroad Tap Bingo

December 4, 2018 @ 6:00 pm

Join Kev from The Morning X at Rairoad Tap for Railroad Tap Bingo!...

Rockford Christmas Carnival

December 1, 2018 @ 10:00 am

Come join us for the Rockford Christmas Carnival. Holiday fun for everyone!...

Railroad Tap Bingo

November 27, 2018 @ 6:00 pm

Join Kev from The Morning X at Rairoad Tap for Railroad Tap Bingo!...

Live Broadcast at Blain's Farm & Fleet with Lori!

November 21, 2018 @ 11:00 am

Join Lori for a live broadcast at Blain's Farm & Fleet where she will accept your donations for Toys for Tots....

Railroad Tap Bingo

November 20, 2018 @ 6:00 pm

Join Kev from The Morning X at Rairoad Tap for Railroad Tap Bingo!...

Railroad Tap Bingo

November 13, 2018 @ 6:00 pm

Join Kev from The Morning X at Rairoad Tap for Railroad Tap Bingo!...

Railroad Tap Bingo

November 6, 2018 @ 6:00 pm

Join Kev from The Morning X at Rairoad Tap for Railroad Tap Bingo!...

Rockford Radio Station Haunted by Ghost [VIDEO PROOF]

October 31, 2018 @ 12:36 pm

Today on The Morning X, Lori and Kev welcomed In The Dark Paranormal Investigations into the studio....

Railroad Tap Bingo

October 30, 2018 @ 6:00 pm

Join Kev from The Morning X at Rairoad Tap for Railroad Tap Bingo!...

Railroad Tap Bingo

October 23, 2018 @ 6:00 pm

Join Kev from The Morning X at Rairoad Tap for Railroad Tap Bingo!...

2018 Stateline Area Trick Or Treating Times

October 23, 2018 @ 8:26 am

“Trick or Treat!” Here are the local trick or treating times for the Stateline area....

Railroad Tap Bingo

October 16, 2018 @ 6:00 pm

Join Kev from The Morning X at Rairoad Tap for Railroad Tap Bingo!...

Railroad Tap Bingo

October 9, 2018 @ 6:00 pm

Join Kev from The Morning X at Rairoad Tap for Railroad Tap Bingo!...

Get to Know: Absolem

October 4, 2018 @ 12:43 pm

Absolem is a progressive hard rock band from Rockford, IL....

Railroad Tap Bingo

October 2, 2018 @ 6:00 pm

Join Kev from The Morning X at Rairoad Tap for Railroad Tap Bingo!...

Railroad Tap Bingo

September 25, 2018 @ 6:00 pm

Join Kev from The Morning X at Rairoad Tap for Railroad Tap Bingo!...

Railroad Tap Bingo

September 18, 2018 @ 6:00 pm

Join Kev from The Morning X at Rairoad Tap for Railroad Tap Bingo!...

Live Broadcast: City Market

September 14, 2018 @ 3:00 pm

Join Zander for a live broadcast at Rockford's City Market!...

The Morning X Interviews Al Pitrelli of Trans-Siberian Orchestra

September 14, 2018 @ 8:09 am

Good friend of the show, Al Pitrelli of Trans-Siberian Orchestra, joins The Morning X....

The Morning X Chats with Local Author Gary Hill

September 10, 2018 @ 12:55 pm

Lori and Kev sat down with local author, Gary Hill....

Benefit for Kaylee Showcases 6 Local Bands

August 21, 2018 @ 8:15 am

Six incredible local bands, including The X’s Big Gig Contest bands Static Signal and Absolem, to play benefit this weekend....

Live Broadcast: City Market

August 17, 2018 @ 3:00 pm

Join Zander for a live broadcast at Rockford's City Market!...

3rd Annual Rock River Anything That Floats Raft Race

August 12, 2018 @ 12:00 am

Join us for a day of fun and sun at the 3rd Annual Rock River Anything That Floats Race!...

Jerry Seinfeld

August 3, 2018 @ 7:00 pm

America’s premier comedian, Jerry Seinfeld, will return to the Coronado Performing Arts Center stage on Friday, August 3, 2018 at 7:00PM. Seinfeld has been...

New Restaurant Open in Downtown Rockford

July 25, 2018 @ 9:00 am

Calling all sushi, ramen and poke bowl lovers, Omakase is now open in downtown Rockford!...

Live Broadcast: City Market

July 20, 2018 @ 3:00 pm

Join Zander for a live broadcast at Rockford's City Market!...

5 Planets Visible in Stateline Sky

July 17, 2018 @ 6:59 am

Keep your eyes to the skies in the evening, you can see Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Saturn and Venus!...

Follow The Float: Work in Progress [PHOTOS]

July 12, 2018 @ 11:25 am

Thanks to you, we are able to start building our float!...

You Can Hold Kangaroos in Rockford on Tuesday

July 12, 2018 @ 9:45 am

A trip to a local grocery store will end with you snuggling a furry, real life, kangaroo. OMG!...

Sky Concert 2018

July 4, 2018 @ 9:30 pm

Thousands will gather along the Rock River to enjoy Rockford's Official 4th of July Fireworks Celebration....

Giant Shopping Cart Spotted on I-39 [VIDEO]

July 2, 2018 @ 6:30 am

A shopping cart, monstrous in size, was spotted cruising down I-39....

Follow The Float: Do You Have This Crap?

June 20, 2018 @ 8:44 am

We realize that if we want to float on The Rock River during the Anything That Floats Raft Race, we better find all this...

Local Heroes Rescue Elderly Man From Flooding Car [VIDEO]

June 19, 2018 @ 5:30 am

This video will restore your faith in humanity. Mark Pickett and Ryan Craig are heroes....

Live Broadcast: City Market

June 15, 2018 @ 3:00 pm

Join Zander for a live broadcast at City Market!...

Cast Your Vote For Rockford's City Flag

June 15, 2018 @ 9:47 am

Rockford is finally getting it’s own flag, but first, you need to cast your vote on which flag you like the best....

Rock N' Roll Institute Coming to Rockford

June 14, 2018 @ 10:59 am

Child or Adult, it doesn’t matter. Let your musician flag fly at The Rock N’ Roll Institute, coming to Rockford!...

Documentary Filmed in Rockford on Hulu

June 8, 2018 @ 5:57 am

Minding the Gap is a story of two skateboarders who run into unexpected challenges and are forced to grow up....

Get To Know: The Merkins

June 4, 2018 @ 7:08 am

The Merkins were a part of our Big Gig Contest, landing themselves in the Top 5....

How to Celebrate The Rockford Peaches This Weekend

May 31, 2018 @ 6:33 am

It’s the 75th Anniversary of the Rockford Peaches and Rockford is celebrating in a BIG way!...

Follow The Float, We Need Your Help!

May 24, 2018 @ 8:31 am

On Tuesday, Kev, Zander, the peeps at Pub 815 and I met to discuss what we will be floating on during the Anything That...

Auburn High School For Sale [LISTING]

May 24, 2018 @ 6:40 am

The Class of 2018 has pulled an epic prank, by listing Auburn High School on Craigslist for sale....

Rockford's East High School Plays LimeBike Prank

May 22, 2018 @ 6:47 am

If you are looking for a LimeBike, East High School’s parking lot is full of them....

The Morning X Interviews Halestorm

May 17, 2018 @ 7:13 am

There was a freaking HALESTORM in Rockford last night....

WXRX Spring Fling

May 16, 2018 @ 5:00 pm

104.9 The X's Spring Fling featuring Halestorm, In This Moment and New Years Day....

Get To Know: Static Signal

May 14, 2018 @ 8:05 am

Static Signal is an unsigned hard rock/alternative metal band born in Rockford, IL in October of 2013. You may remember seeing the band play...

Halestorm Has a Special Message for Rockford

May 3, 2018 @ 5:59 am

104.9 The X is so excited to bring Halestorm, In This Moment, New Years Day and local rockers and winner of The Big...