I am a lifelong northern Illinois resident, I grew up in Schaumburg, attended and graduated from Northern Illinois University. My outdoor hobbies include, snowmobiling, motorcycling on my Harley, side-by-side (ATVing) riding up north in Wisconsin. My Indoor hobbies include music collecting, CDs and vinyl. I have one of the most awesome collections of music on vinyl ranging from classic county, oldies, classic rock, pop, hair bands and more. I love classic TV series. Shows like ‘Lost in Space’, ‘I Dream of Jeannie’ 'Seinfeld’ ‘Family Guy’ and ‘Hogan’s Heroes’ always have a spot in my DVD player. I own every season of all of them. My two favorite movies of all time are 'Office Space' and 'Fast Times at Ridgemont High.'
Mark Charvat
President Trump Is In Illinois Today, and so is the Giant Trump Chicken
President Trump Is In Illinois Today, and so is the Giant Trump Chicken.
Body Pulled From Rock River Near The Airport
Rockford Police say they are on the scene of yet another body found in the Rock River.
Here are the Top 5 Most Expensive Illinois Toll Booths
Did you know that four of the five most expensive tolls you pay are here in the Rockford area?
President Trump Will Visit Illinois For The First Time Since Becoming President
President Trump will visit Illinois for the first time since becoming President
Beware of the New Country Thunder Bag Rule
Country Thunder weekend is here, before you go, you need to be aware of new rule in place for 2018.
2018 Rockford Area Sweet Corn Challenge: Vote Now!
It's official, local sweet corn stands are popping up along city and rural roads throughout the Stateline, So we want to know, who grows and sells the best sweet corn in Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin?
Kidnapping at a Local Casey’s General Store
Police need your help, now. A kidnapping was reported at a local Casey's General Store and police urgently need your help.
Alabama is Coming to Rockford on Oct 12th
The country concert you've been waiting for is coming to Rockford! This artist has sold over 80 Million Albums, and has 43 #1 Singles. This is gonna be good!
Illinois’ Insane Candy Tax Will Make Your Head Spin
Did you know that if you purchase a Twix bar you pay a 1% sales tax in Illinois, but if buy a Snickers bar, you will pay an Illinois sales tax rate of 6.25% (8.25 % in Rockford).
Rockford Area Culver’s Suddenly Removes Pretzel Bites From Its Menu
Last year, Rockford and Stateline residents were shocked when Culver's suddenly stopped offering its fried chicken, now another Culver's fan favorite has suddenly disappeared.