History

The Rockford IceHogs history of their mascot "Hammy."

Back in November, officials at Rock Valley College (RVC) got together at the cornerstone of the Educational Resource Center (ERC) to take a look behind it at a time capsule put there in 1970.

The establishment was originally named, "Zimmer Tavern and Wagon Shop" and dates back to 1849.

There is a cobblestone house on Broadway that has stood the test of time. The home is 178 years old, based on this article posted to Rockford Public Library's website.

Rockford Lutheran's James Robinson Makes NFL History in Jacksonville Debut (Video)

Did you know Rockford had/has an 'official song'?

If you thought prefab homes was something that we do now. Think again. A Special exhibit featuring "Sears" homes will be featured at the Flagg Township Museum in Rochelle.

With those who were born in 2000 starting their first year in college, Beloit College's annual Mindset List takes a look back at the last 18 years.

A non-profit is lobbying to have the 2,400-mile-long network of existing roads named the 20th National Historic Trail in the United States.

"Tinker's Shadow: The Hidden History of Tinker Swiss Cottage" takes a look at the spooky side of a Rockford treasure.