Freepod
A podcast bringing you the latest news from Freeport, Illinois.
Episodes
The world of antiques has a lot to offer for people from all walks of life. Freepod host Tim Connors spoke to John Grider of Mac & Cheese Antiques in Stockton, Illinois about the current state of antiques and the broader appeal of these shops.
- Freeport City Council Fails to Censure Alderwoman
- Small Business Administration Makes Diaster Loans Available
- LWPC Girls Track and Field Finishes Season on Top
- Honoring a Former HCC Athletic Director
- FACC/UIC Offering No Insurance Street Medicine
- Highlighting a Façade Improvement Grant Winner
- Mosquito Abatement Begins in Freeport
- Music on Chicago Returns
- UW of Ogle County Brings Back Summer Eats Meal Program
- Jo Daviess County Shares Re...
Parkview Home in Freeport is preparing to celebrate 100 years of service to our community.
Freepod host Becky Connors spoke with Ferol Labash and Kourtney Kraft about the history of the long-term care facility and their plans for their centennial celebration.
- Aquin Academy Announces Closure
- Freeport Man Charged with Intent to Deliver Fentanyl
- HCC Nursing Program Gets Reaccreditation
- Shawnee-Hancock Viaduct is Open
- RAMP Offering Free Communication Devices for Area Residents
- Galena & US Grant Museum Gets Major Gift
- Jo Daviess County Transitioning to New Emergency Notification System
- Stellantis Prepares to Reopen Belvidere Plant
- RFD Adds New Destinations
- Legislature Approves Amendments to C...
Freeport has long prided itself as Pretzel City, USA. But, as it turns out, we're not the only community celebrating the twisted treat.
Freepod host Tim Connors traveled to Lititz, Pennsylvania to speak with former mayor Tim Snyder. The two Tims worked together to forge a sister city agreement based on both towns' storied histories with the pretzel. Connors and Snyder talk about parallels between the two towns, as well as how this r...
- Lena Man Sentenced to 150 Years in Prison for Exploiting Children
- ComEd Rate Spike Announced
- FPD Announces "Click It or Ticket" Crackdown
- Ogle County Sheriff Releases Distracted Driving Enforcement Numbers
- Seaga Manufacturing Acquires Micromarket Company
- FSD Names New Principals
- Stephenson County Fair Looking for Junior Volunteers
- YIELD Program Has Extra Trees Available
- Pecatonica High School Wins Voter Registration Award
- JDCF Welcomes ...
If you've driven through Lena in the last few years, you likely saw the fighter jet sitting outside of Lena Brewing Company. Now, that jet is being placed in its permanent home.
Freepod host Alan Wenzel spoke with Bing Wells about the upcoming dedication event taking place in Lena. Bing Wells is a life-long resident of Lena and is a retired 30 year employee of the Illinois State Police. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam...
- FSD Leaders Respond to DOJ Investigation
- Highland Commencement This Weekend
- Township Giving Boys & Girls Club Computer Upgrades
- GFP Launches 'Simply Stephenson County' Branding
- Winners Chosen for Downtown Façade Grants
- Lindo Theatre Gets Major Upgrade
- City Prepares for Demeter Drive Water Main Project
- City of Freeport Receives Recognition for Water Quality
- Composting Supplies Available at Farmer's Market
- Essay Contest Open to Area S...
Freeport is known for its beautiful and well-maintained parks. A big reason for that reputation is due to the continual improvements made by the Freeport Park District.
Freepod host Becky Connors spoke to Freeport Park District Executive Director Bruce Cubberley about improvements planned for the city's parks, as well as some summer activities for local youth.
- REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOLS UNDER INVESTIGATION BY FEDERAL DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
- COLUMBIA COLLEGE OFFERING DISCOUNT FOR HCC ALUMNI
- HCC HORTICULTURE SELLING SEEDLINGS
- STOCKTON FARMERS WIN CONSERVATION AWARD
- FREEPORT ANNOUNCES ELECTRONIC RECYCLING EVENT
- FREEPORT REFRESH IS UNDERWAY
- INVASIVE SPECIES OF TICK FOUND IN NORTHERN ILLINOIS
- MAJOR INTERSECTION BEGINS ROAD WORK
- NEW FOUR-WAY STOPS BEING INSTALLED
- MAJOR BRIDGE WORK IN JO DAVIESS COUNTY
- FNWI...
In a relatively short amount of time, the Lena Brewing Company has become a premiere destination for the people of northwest Illinois. From live music to trivia to just enjoying a good brew, LBC has won a place among the best of northwest Illinois.
Freepod host Tim Connors sat down with new owner Katie Quittschreiber to talk about what her plans are for the taproom, as well as what it's like going from employee to owner.
- Storm Recovery Resources
- Large Repaving Effort Underway in Krape Park
- Highland Names New Head Coach for Men's Basketball
- Gennings Dunker Drafted by Pittsburgh Steelers
- Citywide Garage Sale Announced
- FAM Art Camps Open Registration
- Astronomy Beginners Course Being Offered at Firebaugh Observatory
- How to Tickproof Your Yard Without Chemicals
- Take the Breakfast Localvore Challenge
- 150,000 Illinois Households Set to Lose Federal Food Assist...
Scott Stich has played a significant role in the music community of northwest Illinois for decades. But as with all good things, that time is winding down. Scott will conduct his final concert as conductor of the Highland Community College Wind Ensemble on May 1st.
Scott speaks with Freepod host Becky Connors about his journey in music education and his plans for retirement.
- Severe Weather Devastates the Area
- Ogle County Residents Express Concerns Over Proposed Data Centers
- Former Holiday Inn Gets Demolished
- Sellers Gives Blistering Annual Township Address
- Lead Artist Named for United We Create Project
- United Way Creates Searchable Early Childhood Resource List
- FHS Journalism Program Sends 10 Events to State Competition
- Young Leaders Finish Major Efforts in Stephenson and Carroll County
- Warren Library Wins...
Whether it's his role with Bocker Automotive Group, Beef-a-Roo, or the Greater Freeport Partnership, Delbert Bunker shows every day that he is a Pretzel through and through.
Delbert talks with Freepod host Tim Connors about the rebounding used car business, the local fast food staple, and what makes him proud to be from Pretzel City.
- HCC Names New President
- Marijuana Dispensary Gets the Green Light
- GFP Receives Rural Development Grant
- FHS Has 20 Illinois State Scholars
- Stockton Man Indicted on Federal Drug Charges
- Elizabeth Man Pleads Guilty to Child Sex Crimes
- Automatic Draft Registration Could Begin in December
- Ag Visa Program Eases Labor Shortages
- State Ed Officials Request Public School Budget
- HCC Hosts Express Registration
- National Library Week Activities at Fre...
Freeport swore in a new police chief in January. Chief Jacquelyn Frausto comes to Freeport after a long career with the Chicago Police Department and her impact is already being felt in the Pretzel City.
Freepod host Alan Wenzel spoke to Chief Frausto about her life story, as well as her vision and philosophy for leading the Freeport Police Department.
- FSD Board Unanimously Approves RIFs
- Deininger Floral is Re-Opening
- City Employees Trained on UV Water Disinfection
- FPD to Start Cracking Down on Distracted Driving
- City of Freeport Having Ribbon Cutting for New EV Charging Station
- Interview with Stephenson County Animal Control Officer Kristin Loue
- Severson Dells Gets a Name Change
- Natural Land Institute Secures Large Prairie Area for Restoration
- VOICES Book Nook Half Price Sale
- State B...
The Freeport Public Library has a new director!
Freepod host Becky Connors speaks with Emily Schaub about her first impressions and ultimate goals for the Freeport Public Library.
- Updates on FSD Reductions in Force
- Freeport PD Works with DHS, FBI, and IRS For Local Operation
- JCWIFI Withdraws Zoning Appeal
- Municipal Parking Lot Closed for Construction
- Shawnee/Hancock Viaduct Construction Resumes
- Civil Constructors Wins Nearly $12M Contract for Roadwork
- Route 20 West of Stockton To Close for Repairs
- Jo Daviess County Gets a New Sheriff
- Area Ticks Test Positive for New Virus
- Galena Library Offers Free Seeds
- School Ce...
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