When we started our mission to find Hometown Heroes in the 815, 779, and 608, we always said we wanted to hear about all kinds of heroes. Yes, we love honoring military members, veterans, and first responders, but we also wanted to take this opportunity to honor 'ordinary' men and women in our communities who do extraordinary things...
This week's Hometown Hero is an employee at Alden Nursing Home in Rockford who is being honored for her constant devotion to work, family, and sobriety.
The entire Orangeville Volunteer Fire Department is being honored as this week's Hometown Hero following their heroic efforts fighting a recent fatal house fire.
This week's Hometown Hero was nominated for the time and effort he puts into volunteering with youth while he is not serving and protecting Winnebago County.