IceHogs Have Some VERY Exciting News!

Have you heard? Mike from the Rockford IceHogs shares some AMAZING news! A 15-year lease agreement has been arranged with the Chicago Blackhawks to keep the Ice Hogs here in Rockford. Not to mention a huge renovation will be made to our beloved BMO Harris Bank Center. Watch the video for all the deets.https://rockfordbuzz.com/rockford-icehogs

April 12, 2021

HIRING ALERT : Rockford Park District

Spend your summer making money in the sun! The Rockford Park District is looking for lifeguards to help keep our three public pools safe this season.Opportunities available at Alpine Pool, Harkins Pool, and Sand Park Pool. Starting wage is $12 per hour. Must be at least 16 years of age. Training provided.Click the link below to Apply!Lifeguard - Rockford Park District

April 11, 2021

Comfort Keepers Raises Hourly Wages to $15.00

Comfort Keepers®, a leading franchise network in the in-home care market for seniors and other adults needing care, has taken great strides to express their appreciation for their caregivers for all the help and joy they deliver to seniors during the pandemic and beyond. With COVID-19 creating unprecedented circumstances for seniors who found themselves isolated or unable to safely reside with loved ones, these caregivers found ways to safely support, inspire and uplift their clients in the comfort of their own homes. To express their gratitude for the essential work caregivers perform every day, the company has taken steps to enhance pay, benefits and training in Northern Illinois, Southern Wisconsin and nationwide. Despite the challenges of COVID-19, the Comfort Keepers caregivers found ways to stay safe while helping to maintain the health and well-being of some of the country’s most vulnerable. In support of their hard work and dedication, the company is now offering wage increases along with their 401(K)-retirement plan matching, expanded benefits and employee recognition programs.  By making these enhancements, Comfort Keepers is able to increase their caregivers’ overall standard of living to better attract, train and retain the best professional staff in the business. “Our caregivers have shown incredible dedication, flexibility and devotion for their job and the seniors they care for,” said Mark Podemski, Owner of Comfort Keepers. “By enhancing pay, benefits, and training for our caregivers, we can increase their quality of life and in turn, help ensure our overall mission of delivering joy and meaning to seniors every day. Our caregivers are heroic in their own right and we want to say thank you for all the valuable work they provide to our community.” In Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin, Comfort Keepers is looking to expand its caregiver family and hire compassionate, responsible caregivers who are wanting to provide seniors a sense of joy and a greater quality of life. A typical caregiver job description may include meal preparation, companionship, transportation, running errands, helping with personal care and more. The job is very rewarding on its own – but also offers starting wages of $15.00 per hour, benefits, job training and flexible schedules. Visit ComfortKeepers.com for more information. About Comfort Keepers®Comfort Keepers® is a leading franchise network in the in-home care market for seniors and other adults needing care. Since its founding in 1998, the network has grown to more than 600 franchised locations around the world by staying true to the founders' goal of providing quality, caring in-home care services that allow clients the opportunity to age in place. In August of 2009, the brand was strengthened when the franchisor, CK Franchising, Inc. was purchased by Sodexo, a global leader that delivers Quality of Life services to over 75 million consumers in 80 countries each day. In addition to providing services that focus on health care and senior markets, Sodexo’s integrated offerings encompass more than 45 years of experience in reception, safety, maintenance and cleaning, foodservices, facilities and equipment management, and concierge services. For more information, visit ComfortKeepers.com.

April 10, 2021

Medicare 411 Opened Their New Space

🎉 CONGRATULATIONS to Tracey and the team at Medicare 411 for the expansion of their offices. We are excited for you! Go see Tracey (if you are in need of her services) and check out all of the updates to her business. They are also offering free lamination of your vaccination card! Hurray!https://rockfordbuzz.com/medicare-411

April 9, 2021

Kegel's Bicycle Store

Spring means outdoors and bike season! 🚲 Kegel's Bicycle Store is a family shop that caters to everybody from kid's bikes to BMX. As kids grow, they need new bike sizes, so Rob and the crew at Kegel's offer a trade-in special for your old ones. They also offer repair and refurbishing to spruce up your ride. Did we mention they have E-bikes too?https://rockfordbuzz.com/kegel-s-bicycle-store

April 8, 2021

Murray Construction

Owning rentals comes with issues, so learning how to fix the problems that accompany being a landlord can be pricey. Picking up the trade to cut costs created an opportunity that turned into a career. Brandon started Murray Construction LLC and never looked back. Check out what this knowledgeable, dedicated, and talented business can do for your home.https://rockfordbuzz.com/murray-construction

April 7, 2021

$70,000 in Art Grant Funding Available!

The Rockford Area Arts Council is facilitating a grant of up to $10,000 per organization to help bring art to the 815! Any one is eligible to apply in order to get access to the funds available through the grant program.You can apply by following the link below!Community Response – ART Grant | The Rockford Area Arts Council (artsforeveryone.com)The 815 Community Response Team (815CRT) was convened by the Northern Illinois Center for Nonprofit Excellence (NICNE) in March 2020 to help ensure nonprofits in northern Illinois (Boone, Ogle, Stephenson, and Winnebago Counties) and the people they serve are supported during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. 815CRT is made up of public and private funders and other partners, working with the nonprofit sector to identify needs and to make funds available for both immediate emergency needs as well as needs that will emerge in the near and not-sonear future. www.815CRT.org Current Coalition partners include: Community Foundation of Northern Illinois, Kjellstrom Family Foundation, Northern Illinois Center for Nonprofit Excellence, Rockford Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, Transform Rockford, United Way of Rock River Valley. Purpose of 815CRT-ART The purpose of the 815CRT-ART COVID-Response Fund is to provide immediate operational relief to arts and culture organizations to mitigate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. This is a competitive grant application process and resources are limited. The 815CRT-ART has over $70,000 available for awards, with a goal to provide substantive funding to each recipient; the maximum award per organization is $10,000. 

April 6, 2021

Favorite Spot for Outdoor Dining

With the warmer weather here everyone is excited to be on a rooftop, patio, or dock with their favorite beverage in hand and plate in front of them. So in the spirit of spring we want to know what YOUR favorite spot is in the 815 to dine outside!Vote below and don't forget to log-in or sign up to be entered in to win a gift card drawing at the end of the votes!

April 6, 2021

5Bar April Signature Drink

April 6, 2021

Hulsebus Rockford Chiropractic

Hulsebus Rockford Chiropractic is a family-based practice that has been serving the area since 1949! Dr. Dace and his team have advanced training in care for wellness, child, and pregnancy care. They also provide all of the chiropractic care for the Rockford IceHogs since 2003. Check out what these certified professionals can do for you and your family.https://rockfordbuzz.com/hulsebus-rockford-chiropractic

April 5, 2021

Subversive Cycling Company

Subversive Cycling Company is a brand new bike company located in downtown Rockford. AJ is a bike enthusiast and mechanic that put his skills into his passion by combining the two. Not only does he repair and rebuild bikes back to their former glory, but he has big plans for a new bike line that will be coming soon. Stay tuned. 🚲Show Lesshttps://rockfordbuzz.com/subversive-cycling-company

April 3, 2021

Sono View Prenatal Imaging

Jake learns that Sono View Prenatal Imaging was founded by Cherish, who as a teen Mom was inspired by the woman who took care of her son in the NICU at SwedishAmerican. That experience made this Rockford native recognize the need for an environment where women can go somewhere to bond with their unborn babies before delivery. If the anticipation is too much for you, they also offer gender reveal ultrasounds and DNA gender testing.https://rockfordbuzz.com/sono-view-prenatal-imaging

April 2, 2021

Barnstormer Distillery - Kickstarter

Did you know there is a local distillery in town that makes their own whiskey, rum, bourbon, and vodka? You do now! Barnstormer Distillery is actually a working farm that uses their own vegetables and herbs from farm to glass. Talk about a fresh drink. Check out this amazing distillery in person or online. 🍸🍹https://rockfordbuzz.com/barnstormer-distillery

April 1, 2021

HaanPaa Martial Arts

With a passion for teaching others, Darby put his skills and education into creating Haanpaa Martial Arts to serve the Rockford area. Whether you want to learn for confidence, self-defense, or fitness, this family gym offers programs for all ages. Did we mention that his Grandpa was a golden glove boxer? 🥊https://rockfordbuzz.com/haanpaa-martial-arts

March 31, 2021

Alpine Body Shop - 2021

This female-owned auto body shop covers everything you need done to your set of wheels. From door dings to collision repairs, even to the exact mixing formula to match your current or new paint job. Talk about a tune-up! Check out Alpine Body Shop, Inc. and tell Tina that Jake sent you. 🚘https://rockfordbuzz.com/alpine-body-shop#AlpineBodyShop #BodyShop #AutoShop #AutoBody #AutoRepair #Repair #CollisionRepair #DoorDings #FemaleOwned #Paint #PaintJob #Wheels #Auto #Cars #Trucks #Vehicles #HeyRockford #RockfordBuzz #LocallyOwned #SupportLocal #ShopLocal

March 30, 2021