Shop Local

If you haven't tried Candy Cloud in Rockford yet, you're missing out on some delicious creations they whip up in their kitchen.

So it's the week of Christmas and you totally forgot to buy a gift for your best friend, or your mom, or your sister... you can probably pick it up at 510 Threads.

Seriously, who doesn't love free t-shirts?

This sounds delicious!

There's a new boutique in Rockford and it sounds like a great place to stop in during Shop Local Saturday.

Are you a local designer, artisan or entrepreneur? You can now apply to have your stuff sold in a local department store, but you have to hurry and apply.

Did you know that a local firefighter started a coffee business here in Rockford? They're looking to expand so we thought we'd tell you where to find it.

What are you promising to do in the new year? I have a few things that I'm hoping to follow through with. And it couldn't be any easier for us all to do.

Rockford welcomed some new businesses in 2016 that will certainly peak anyone's interest; how many, if any, have you tried so far?

There are so many locally owned stores in the Stateline area that would make your gift shopping easy this Christmas. Here are just a few great choices.