Rockford’s historic former Elks Lodge, a 113-year-old building, is set for demolition the week of Feb. 16 after a years-long legal battle.
The 113‑year‑old structure at 210 W. Jefferson St., long considered an architectural gem and a remnant of Rockford’s early 20th‑century civic pride, had been vacant for nearly 30 years before the ...
The NAACP Rockford Chapter celebrated 100 years of Black history in the Rockford area Saturday afternoon with a community event titled “Lift Every Voice.” The celebration focused on ...