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  Woodlawn Arts Academy: Creative Classes, STEM Activities & Kids Night Out 01.10.2026 16min

  🎨 Woodlawn Arts Academy has something for everyone!On this episode of Along the Rock, host Kierstyn Long sits down with Becky Rich and Sydney Segretto from Woodlawn Arts Academy to explore a variety of upcoming programs designed for adults, children, preschoolers, homeschoolers, and families.Sydney shares details about Social Seniors, Artsy Tots, preschool and homeschool programs, Full Steam Ahead, the Author and Illustrator class, and Kids Night Out.From creative projects and crafts to hands-on STEM activities, storytelling, music, and opportunities to socialize, these programs are designed to make learning fun while helping participants build new skills and connections.The conversation also highlights an upcoming Kids Night Out Glow Party, where children can enjoy music, activities, food, snacks, crafts, and plenty of glowing fun while parents get a few hours to themselves.📅 Kids Night Out Glow PartyFriday, October 236:00–9:00 p.m. Upcoming Classes Include:• Social Seniors — Thursdays, 2:30–3:30 p.m.• Artsy Tots — Thursdays, 10:00–11:00 a.m.• Preschool Arts — Thursdays, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.• Homeschool Arts — Thursdays, 1:00–2:00 p.m.• Full Steam Ahead — Thursdays, 5:30–6:30 p.m.• Author and Illustrator• Kids Night Out👉 Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe for more local stories from the Sauk Valley and beyond.🎧 Listen to the full podcast and explore more at https://theradar.online🎤 Highlights:00:22 Introduction to Woodlawn Arts Academy00:36 Meet Becky Rich and Sydney Segreto00:45 Upcoming Classes and Programs01:18 Sydney's Background in Early Childhood Education01:52 A New Lineup of Thursday Classes02:01 Introducing Social Seniors02:42 Crafts, Games and Social Activities for Adults03:42 Social Seniors Schedule and Registration04:19 Artsy Classes for Preschoolers and Homeschoolers04:33 Painting, Music and Hands-On Crafts05:07 Programs for Toddlers, Preschoolers and Homeschoolers05:28 Class Ages, Schedules and Pricing05:55 Eight-Week Sessions and Year-Round Enrollment06:29 Along the Rock: Viewer Questions and Subscriptions06:46 Introducing Full Steam Ahead06:51 Hands-On STEM Learning and Activities07:31 Combining Arts and Education07:44 What STEM Means08:10 Encouraging Future Engineers Through Play08:24 Egg Drop Experiments and Learning by Doing08:47 Full Steam Ahead Schedule and Age Range09:17 Introducing the Author and Illustrator Class09:25 Turning Children's Ideas into Books09:44 Fiction, Nonfiction and Creative Storytelling10:22 Writing, Illustration and Spelling Skills10:37 Building Creativity and Friendships11:18 The Value of Hands-On Learning11:44 Supporting Children's Interests and Education12:47 Introducing Kids Night Out12:47 Crafts, Movies and Themed Activities13:10 The Cardboard Box Drive-In Movie Idea13:29 Glow Party and Blacklight Activities13:50 Snacks, Crafts and Glowing T-Shirts14:26 Kids Night Out: October 23 Event Details14:39 Exploring Woodlawn's Variety of Programs14:57 Wrapping Up with Becky and Sydney15:32 Closing Remarks and Radar Free PressCheck out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Radar Free Press⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Follow us on all social media platforms below:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.youtube.com/@radarfreepresshttps://open.spotify.com/show/0dOeaVg1JI0ump4iD0rIHkhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/along-the-rock/id1773156790https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-along-the-rock-245007958/https://rumble.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.tiktok.com/@radarfreepresshttps://x.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.instagram.com/radarfreepress/https://www.threads.net/@radarfreepress #AlongTheRock #WoodlawnArtsAcademy #SterlingIllinois #SaukValley #ArtsEducation #YouthPrograms #KidsActivities #STEMEducation #FullSteamAhead #SocialSeniors #PreschoolActivities #HomeschoolActivities #ArtClasses #AuthorAndIllustrator #KidsNightOut #GlowParty #CreativeLearning #FamilyActivities #RadarFreePress
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  Sterling Schools Implements Illinois' Bell-to-Bell Cell Phone Ban Early 01.10.2026 22min

  On this episode of Along the Rock, host Kierstyn Long sits down with Dr. Tad Everett, Superintendent of Sterling Public Schools, to discuss Illinois’ new bell-to-bell cellphone law and why Sterling Public Schools chose to implement the policy one year ahead of the statewide deadline.The law, which takes effect statewide on July 1, 2027, restricts students from having personal wireless devices on their person during the school day. Dr. Everett explains what the law means for students, how Sterling is handling devices such as cellphones and smartwatches, and why the district decided to get an early start.The conversation also covers the impact of personal devices on classroom learning, social-emotional well-being, digital bullying, and student interaction. After several weeks under the new policy, Sterling Public Schools has already seen students talking more with one another, making more eye contact, and spending less time focused on their phones.Kierstyn and Dr. Everett also discuss the challenges of enforcing the policy, student safety concerns, exceptions for medical needs and caregivers, and the importance of giving students a voice in decisions that directly affect them.Watch the full episode to learn how Sterling Public Schools is navigating the transition and what its early experience could mean as schools across Illinois prepare for the statewide bell-to-bell requirements.👉 Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe for more local stories from the Sauk Valley and beyond.🎧 Listen to the full podcast and explore more at https://theradar.online🎤 Highlights:00:00 – Introduction to the Bell-to-Bell Law00:45 – What the New Illinois Cell Phone Law Requires02:01 – When Students Can and Cannot Use Devices03:40 – Smartwatches and Other Connected Devices04:33 – The Goals Behind the Cell Phone Ban06:10 – School-Issued Technology vs. Personal Devices07:08 – Student Learning, Social-Emotional Health, and Cyberbullying09:11 – Early Observations After Implementing the Policy10:50 – How Students and Staff Are Adjusting12:12 – Modeling Healthy Phone Habits13:24 – The Impact of Phones on Face-to-Face Interaction14:00 – Enforcing the Policy and Addressing Challenges16:09 – Student Safety Concerns and Emergency Situations16:51 – Exceptions for Caregivers and Students with Medical Needs19:14 – Student Feedback and the Decision to Implement Early20:32 – Parent Support and Looking Ahead to the Statewide Law22:05 – Closing RemarksCheck out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Radar Free Press⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Follow us on all social media platforms below:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.youtube.com/@radarfreepresshttps://open.spotify.com/show/0dOeaVg1JI0ump4iD0rIHkhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/along-the-rock/id1773156790https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-along-the-rock-245007958/https://rumble.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.tiktok.com/@radarfreepresshttps://x.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.instagram.com/radarfreepress/https://www.threads.net/@radarfreepress #AlongTheRock #SterlingPublicSchools #BellToBell #CellPhoneBan #IllinoisEducation #EducationPolicy #SchoolTechnology #StudentLearning #DigitalWellness #Cyberbullying #StudentSafety #SchoolSuperintendent #SterlingIL #IllinoisSchools #RadarFreePress
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  Discover Dixon's October Events: Scarecrow Festival, Chili Cook-Off & Trick-or-Treating 30.09.2026 14min

  🍂 Fall is in full swing in Dixon, and Discover Dixon has a packed October planned!On this episode of Along the Rock, host Kierstyn Long talks with Jennifer Lang and Lucas Pauley from Discover Dixon about the community events bringing people downtown throughout the month.🎃 Coming up in Dixon:🌶️ Ultimate Tailgate📅 Sunday, Oct. 11⏰ 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.📍 Bean Blossom parking lot, downtown DixonEnjoy a chili cook-off, bags tournament, lemonade, a mobile tattoo shop, and more before the Bears-Packers game.🍁 Scarecrow FestivalExplore six blocks of downtown Dixon featuring more than 120 vendors, food, crafts, family activities, the Dixon Municipal Band, street performers, a scarecrow contest, and the popular Pumpkin Derby.🎃 Pumpkin DerbyRegistration begins at noon, with the derby starting at 1 p.m. during the Scarecrow Festival. Participants create their own pumpkin racer before sending it down Hennepin Avenue.👻 Treat Street & Halloween Parade📅 Saturday, Oct. 24⏰ Parade at 9:30 a.m.🍬 Treat Street and trunk-or-treat from 10 to 11:30 a.m.Families can enjoy the Halloween parade, downtown Treat Street with more than 20 businesses, and a trunk-or-treat featuring approximately 20 businesses at OSF Circle Drive.Discover Dixon is also looking for volunteers to help with its events throughout the fall.For event information, registration opportunities, volunteer opportunities, and updates, visit discoverdixon.com.👉 Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe for more local stories from the Sauk Valley and beyond.🎧 Listen to the full podcast and explore more at https://theradar.online🎤 Highlights:00:22 – Introduction to Discover Dixon00:59 – October Events in Dixon01:03 – Ultimate Tailgate and Chili Cook-Off01:50 – Bags Tournament, Tattoos and Tailgate Fun02:34 – Bears-Packers Game Day Celebration03:14 – Family-Friendly Activities and Event Information04:09 – Dixon Scarecrow Festival04:30 – Vendors, Entertainment and Family Activities05:21 – Scarecrow Contest and Community Participation06:03 – Exploring Downtown Dixon06:39 – Pumpkin Derby at the Scarecrow Festival07:01 – Pumpkin Derby Registration and Festival Traditions07:31 – Community Spirit and Volunteer Opportunities08:09 – Getting Involved and Supporting Local Events08:30 – Student Volunteers and Community Partnerships09:32 – Dixon's Halloween Parade and Trick-or-Treat Events10:07 – Halloween Parade Route and Awards10:32 – Downtown Trick-or-Treating and Trunk-or-Treat11:30 – Parade and Trick-or-Treat Schedule11:57 – Halloween Costumes and Family Fun12:29 – Getting Ready for October in Dixon12:42 – Discover Dixon Visitor Information13:05 – Exploring Dixon and the Sauk Valley13:30 – Closing RemarksCheck out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Radar Free Press⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Follow us on all social media platforms below:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.youtube.com/@radarfreepresshttps://open.spotify.com/show/0dOeaVg1JI0ump4iD0rIHkhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/along-the-rock/id1773156790https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-along-the-rock-245007958/https://rumble.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.tiktok.com/@radarfreepresshttps://x.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.instagram.com/radarfreepress/https://www.threads.net/@radarfreepress #AlongTheRock #DiscoverDixon #DixonIllinois #SaukValley #FallEvents #OctoberEvents #DixonScarecrowFestival #UltimateTailgate #ChiliCookOff #PumpkinDerby #HalloweenParade #TrickOrTreat #TrunkOrTreat #FamilyFun #CommunityEvents #DowntownDixon #RadarFreePress
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  Dixon Rotary Club Hosts World's Largest Polio Walk 29.09.2026 10min

  On this episode of Along the Rock, host Kierstyn Long welcomes Mary Oros and Tim Kunkel from the Dixon Rotary Club to talk about the upcoming World’s Largest Polio Walk and the local effort taking place right here in the Sauk Valley.Rotary International has been working to eradicate polio for 35 years, bringing the world within reach of eliminating the disease. While progress has reached nearly 99.9%, the work is not finished. The upcoming walk is an opportunity to raise awareness, show support and help Rotary continue its fight to completely eradicate polio.📅 Date: October 24📍 Location: Page Park, Dixon, Illinois🕘 Registration: 9 a.m.🚶 Walk Begins: 10 a.m.📏 Distance: Approximately 2.5 miles, with options to walk farther💰 Cost: FreeThe paved route will take participants across Dixon’s new pedestrian bridge and through a wooded portion of the park. Rotary clubs from Rochelle, Rock Falls, Oregon, Walnut, Mendota and Sterling are expected to participate.Participants are encouraged to bring friends and family. Registration will be available at the event, and donations will also be accepted to support the fight against polio.Special event T-shirts are available for $20 in sizes small through 5XL. Shirt orders should be placed by October 5. Contact Mary Oros to order, or visit the Chamber office or Discover Dixon office.The event is planned for rain or shine, with the nearby armory available as an alternate location if necessary.👉 Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe for more local stories from the Sauk Valley and beyond.🎧 Listen to the full podcast and explore more at https://theradar.online🎤 Highlights:00:00 – Introduction to the World's Largest Polio Walk00:52 – Rotary's Mission to Eradicate Polio02:21 – How to Participate in the Free Community Walk03:29 – A Worldwide Effort to End Polio05:06 – Walk Date, Location, and Registration Details05:32 – The Route Across Dixon's New Pedestrian Bridge06:26 – Walk Distance and Accessibility07:02 – Connecting Local Rotary Clubs and Communities07:38 – Polio Walk T-Shirts and Fundraising09:29 – How to Join the Walk and Weather Plans10:14 – Closing RemarksCheck out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Radar Free Press⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Follow us on all social media platforms below:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.youtube.com/@radarfreepresshttps://open.spotify.com/show/0dOeaVg1JI0ump4iD0rIHkhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/along-the-rock/id1773156790https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-along-the-rock-245007958/https://rumble.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.tiktok.com/@radarfreepresshttps://x.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.instagram.com/radarfreepress/https://www.threads.net/@radarfreepress #AlongTheRock #DixonRotaryClub #WorldsLargestPolioWalk #EndPolioNow #RotaryInternational #PolioEradication #DixonIL #DiscoverDixon #RockFallsIL #SterlingIL #CommunityEvent #ServiceAboveSelf #RadarFreePress
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  AI in the Classroom: Balancing Innovation, Student Learning & Responsible Technology Use 29.09.2026 37min

  On this episode of Along the Rock, host Kierstyn Long sits down with Ben Sondgeroth, lead regional edtech coordinator for the Learning Technology Center of Illinois, for a conversation about one of the biggest questions facing schools today: What role should artificial intelligence play in the classroom?Ben explains why AI should be viewed as a partner in learning rather than a replacement for learning. The conversation explores how schools can introduce AI responsibly, the challenges surrounding academic dishonesty, the importance of critical thinking, and why students need to understand both the benefits and limitations of the technology.👉 Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe for more local stories from the Sauk Valley and beyond.🎧 Listen to the full podcast and explore more at https://theradar.online🎤 Highlights:00:00 – Welcome to Along the Rock00:39 – Does AI Have a Place in the Classroom?01:13 – Keeping the Human Element in Education02:18 – AI as a Learning Partner, Not a Replacement02:59 – Real-World Examples of AI in the Workplace04:10 – When Should Students Start Using AI?05:03 – Should Schools Ban AI?05:56 – Teaching Students Responsible AI Use06:53 – The Rapidly Changing World of AI07:39 – Establishing Ethical AI Guidelines08:02 – Preparing Students for an AI-Driven Future09:02 – AI vs. Traditional Learning Tools10:35 – Teaching Students and Teachers to Use AI11:34 – Challenges Schools Face With AI12:20 – Academic Dishonesty and AI-Generated Assignments13:13 – How Many Students Are Actually Using AI?13:52 – AI Deepfakes and Student Safety15:15 – Addressing Misuse of Artificial Intelligence15:47 – AI Detection Tools and Academic Integrity16:24 – Rebuilding Trust Between Teachers and Students17:27 – AI and the History of Academic Cheating18:40 – Traditional AI vs. Generative AI19:53 – How ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini Work20:20 – The Future of Siri and AI Assistants22:20 – Is a Return to a Tech-Free Classroom Possible?22:52 – Screen Time and Technology in Schools23:35 – Finding the Right Balance With Classroom Technology24:14 – Productive vs. Unproductive Screen Time25:14 – Preparing Students for a Technology-Driven Workforce26:43 – The Biggest Takeaways About AI in Education27:13 – Preparing Students for an AI-Powered Future28:10 – Knowing When to Use AI and When Not To28:49 – The Impact of AI on Jobs and Productivity29:48 – AI in Photography and Creative Work31:24 – Developing Essential Skills for the Future31:33 – Why Asking the Right Questions Matters32:06 – Teaching Students to Write Effective AI Prompts33:14 – Balancing AI's Benefits and Risks33:24 – Healthy Skepticism and Responsible AI Use34:06 – AI, Data Centers and Environmental Concerns34:31 – AI's Potential to Save Water, Energy and Resources35:21 – What's Next for AI in Education?35:43 – Teaching Kids to Use AI Responsibly36:22 – Closing RemarksCheck out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Radar Free Press⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Follow us on all social media platforms below:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.youtube.com/@radarfreepresshttps://open.spotify.com/show/0dOeaVg1JI0ump4iD0rIHkhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/along-the-rock/id1773156790https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-along-the-rock-245007958/https://rumble.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.tiktok.com/@radarfreepresshttps://x.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.instagram.com/radarfreepress/https://www.threads.net/@radarfreepress #ArtificialIntelligence #AIInEducation #AIInTheClassroom #EducationTechnology #ResponsibleAI #ChatGPT #GenerativeAI #FutureOfEducation #DigitalLearning #StudentLearning #AcademicIntegrity #AIandEducation #EdTech #LearningTechnologyCenter #IllinoisEducation #SaukValley #RockFallsIL #AlongTheRock #RadarFreePress
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  Junior Achievement: Inspiring the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs, Leaders & Community Builders 28.09.2026 17min

  On this episode of Along the Rock, host Kierstyn Long sits down with Lysa Hegland from Junior Achievement of the Heartland to explore how the organization is helping students prepare for life beyond the classroom.Junior Achievement of the Heartland is celebrating 70 years of serving communities across Iowa and Illinois. Today, the organization reaches approximately 63,000 students across 24 counties, including more than 1,200 students at 12 schools throughout the Sauk Valley.Lysa explains how programs like JA BizTown, JA Inspire, Stock Market Challenge, and JA Titan give students hands-on opportunities to learn about financial literacy, entrepreneurship, business, careers, and community involvement.The conversation also covers the importance of community volunteers, how teachers and parents can advocate for Junior Achievement programs in their schools, and ways local businesses and community members can get involved.🎉 Junior Achievement of the Heartland 70th Anniversary Celebration📅 October 8, 2026📍 JA BizTown and Finance ParkThe anniversary celebration will give community members an opportunity to experience Junior Achievement firsthand and see how its hands-on programs help students develop real-world skills.Learn more about Junior Achievement of the Heartland, volunteer opportunities, curriculum, sponsorships, and upcoming events at heartland.ja.org.👉 Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe for more local stories from the Sauk Valley and beyond.🎧 Listen to the full podcast and explore more at https://theradar.online🎤 Highlights:00:00 – Welcome to Along the Rock00:35 – What Is Junior Achievement?01:24 – Preparing Students for Real Life02:06 – Learning Through Hands-On Experiences02:41 – Celebrating 70 Years of Junior Achievement04:10 – Junior Achievement in the Sauk Valley05:29 – JA BizTown: Running a Business as a Student06:50 – JA Inspire & Career Exploration08:08 – Stock Market Challenge & Titan Competition09:39 – Could Adults Get the JA Experience?10:28 – How Students & Schools Can Get Involved12:13 – Volunteers Bringing Learning to Life13:06 – How the Community Can Support JA14:20 – Free Curriculum for Teachers15:10 – Upcoming Events & Opportunities15:34 – 70th Anniversary Celebration16:02 – Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader?16:18 – Closing ThoughtsCheck out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Radar Free Press⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Follow us on all social media platforms below:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.youtube.com/@radarfreepresshttps://open.spotify.com/show/0dOeaVg1JI0ump4iD0rIHkhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/along-the-rock/id1773156790https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-along-the-rock-245007958/https://rumble.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.tiktok.com/@radarfreepresshttps://x.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.instagram.com/radarfreepress/https://www.threads.net/@radarfreepress #JuniorAchievement #JuniorAchievementOfTheHeartland #AlongTheRock #SaukValley #RockFalls #FinancialLiteracy #Entrepreneurship #CareerEducation #Education #JAInspire #JABizTown #StockMarketChallenge #YouthEducation #CommunityEducation #FutureLeaders #RadarFreePress
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  What Should You Do With Extra Money? Cash Envelope Budgeting Explained 28.09.2026 7min

  What should you do when your budget actually leaves you with money left over?On this episode of Cash and Coffee, Quinn Stahr and Emily Zimmerman continue the conversation about cash-envelope budgeting and explore what happens when you do not spend everything you budgeted.Should you roll the money over to the next week? Move it to another category? Put it into savings or retirement? Or use it as a reward?Quinn and Emily break down the different options and talk about why giving leftover money a purpose can help strengthen your financial habits. They also discuss the psychology behind spending, the importance of intentional rewards, and when it might make sense to enjoy some of your extra money.Sometimes the biggest financial win is simply having money left over.Cash and Coffee is brought to you by the Radar Free Press.👉 Don’t forget to like, share, comment, and subscribe for more local stories from the Sauk Valley and beyond.🎧 Listen to the full podcast and explore more at https://theradar.online🎤 Highlights:00:00 Welcome to Cash & Coffee00:10 What Happens When You Have Money Left Over?00:38 Different Ways to Use Extra Cash01:21 The Gas Envelope Example02:25 Put It Toward Savings or Retirement03:08 The “Bounty Hunt” Method04:00 What Would You Do With Extra Money?04:41 Reprioritizing Your Budget05:19 Rewarding Yourself for Saving05:46 The Psychology of Spending06:07 When It’s Okay to Splurge06:23 When to Be Smart With Extra Money06:41 Thanks for WatchingFollow us on all social media platforms below:https://www.facebook.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.youtube.com/@radarfreepresshttps://open.spotify.com/show/0dOeaVg1JI0ump4iD0rIHkhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/along-the-rock/id1773156790https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-along-the-rock-245007958/https://rumble.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.tiktok.com/@radarfreepresshttps://x.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.instagram.com/radarfreepress/https://www.threads.net/@radarfreepress#CashAndCoffee #CashStuffing #CashEnvelopeSystem #Budgeting #PersonalFinance #MoneyManagement #SavingMoney #SavingTips #BudgetTips #FinancialLiteracy #GenZFinance #EnvelopeBudgeting #SmartMoney #MoneyHabits #PersonalBudget #SavingsGoals #RetirementSavings #CompoundInterest #FinancialGoals #RadarFreePress
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  Lumberjacks, Skillet Throwing & Fall Fun! Selmi’s Family Farm Has It All 24.09.2026 10min

  Get ready for a day of lumberjacks, fall fun, and family activities at Selmi’s Greenhouse and Family Farm!On this episode of Along the Rock, host Nathan Stahr talks with Melinda Jones from Rock Falls Tourism and Ranae Smith from Selmi’s Greenhouse and Family Farm about the sixth annual Lumberjack Show and everything happening at Selmi’s this fall.The Lumberjack Show takes place Saturday, October 3, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Selmi’s. Professional lumberjacks from Lumberjack Enterprises will put their skills on display with log cutting, axe throwing, log rolling, pole climbing, water log competitions, and more.EVENT SCHEDULE:• Lumberjack Shows: 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m.• Kids Interactive Camp: 1:30 p.m.• Women’s Skillet Throwing Contest: 2 p.m.The skillet throwing contest returns after a successful debut last year, with women competing to see who can throw a specially made skillet the farthest. Participants must register in advance, and space may be limited.There is plenty more to enjoy at Selmi’s throughout the day, including the petting zoo featuring Waldo the donkey, hot cider donuts, weekend food, a kids' play area, bounce pillow, giant slide, rides, bounce houses, corn pits, hayrides, and the 250-year-themed corn maze.Selmi’s is also kicking off its U-pick apple season, along with new sunflower and zinnia patches that offer plenty of opportunities for fall photos.ADMISSION:Admission is $9 per person and includes the Lumberjack Show, kids' interactive camp, skillet-throwing contest, and access to the other attractions at Selmi’s.📍 Selmi’s Greenhouse and Family Farm📅 Saturday, October 3⏰ 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.🎟️ $9 per personThe fall attractions at Selmi’s run through October 30.Watch the full episode to hear what Melinda and Ranae have planned and why the Lumberjack Show has become a fall tradition in the Sauk Valley.👉 Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe for more local stories from the Sauk Valley and beyond.🎧 Listen to the full podcast and explore more at https://theradar.online🎤 Highlights:00:00 Welcome to Along the Rock00:26 Meet the Guests00:33 The Lumberjack Show Returns00:55 When & Where to Go01:25 Six Years of Lumberjack Fun02:00 Lumberjack Shows & Kids Interactive Camp02:21 Women’s Skillet Throwing Contest02:58 Why Cast Iron Skillets Keep Breaking03:40 Skillet Throwing Rules & Prizes04:39 What to Expect at the Lumberjack Show05:39 Fall Fun at Selmi’s Family Farm06:35 The Corn Maze & Fall Attractions06:52 Apple Picking & New Fall Activities07:37 Admission & What’s Included08:17 Skillet Contest Registration08:56 What Makes the Event Special09:19 Event Recap09:45 Thanks for WatchingCheck out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Radar Free Press⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Follow us on all social media platforms below:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.youtube.com/@radarfreepresshttps://open.spotify.com/show/0dOeaVg1JI0ump4iD0rIHkhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/along-the-rock/id1773156790https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-along-the-rock-245007958/https://rumble.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.tiktok.com/@radarfreepresshttps://x.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.instagram.com/radarfreepress/https://www.threads.net/@radarfreepress #AlongTheRock #SelmisFamilyFarm #LumberjackShow #RockFallsIllinois #RockFallsTourism #FallFun #FallEvents #FamilyFun #SaukValley #SaukValleyEvents #Lumberjacks #SkilletThrowing #CastIron #CornMaze #ApplePicking #PettingZoo #KidsActivities #FamilyEvents #IllinoisEvents #RadarFreePress
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  Sauk Valley Friends of NRA Banquet: Supporting Local Youth Shooting Sports 24.09.2026 14min

  On this episode of Along the Rock, host Kierstyn Long is joined by Dale Hayen and Anna Garcia from Sauk Valley Friends of NRA to talk about the organization’s 32nd annual banquet and how the event supports youth shooting sports and local organizations.The annual banquet is set for October 10 at the Dixon Elks Club. Doors open at 4 p.m., with dinner beginning around 5 to 5:30 p.m. The evening will include dinner, raffles, games, a 50/50 drawing, silent auctions, and other opportunities to win prizes.Dinner will include a salad bar, roast beef, roast turkey, mashed potatoes, corn, and rolls.Tickets and packages are available online by searching for Sauk Valley Friends of NRA events. Attendees must be 18 or older. Dinner-only tickets are available, as well as packages that include additional raffle tickets. Table packages are also available for groups.Proceeds from Friends of NRA events help fund grants for youth shooting sports and other eligible organizations. Local beneficiaries can include high school trap teams, homeschool programs, FFA groups, Boy Scout organizations, religious schools, and other community programs. Grant funding can help provide equipment, ammunition, clay targets, and other resources.📅 32nd Annual Sauk Valley Friends of NRA Banquet📍 Dixon Elks Club📆 October 10🕓 Doors open: 4 p.m.🍽️ Dinner: Approximately 5–5:30 p.m.⏰ Event ends: Approximately 9–9:30 p.m.🔞 18+ eventGet your tickets early and join Sauk Valley Friends of NRA for an evening that combines dinner, games, raffles, prizes, and fundraising to support local youth programs.👉 Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe for more local stories from the Sauk Valley and beyond.🎧 Listen to the full podcast and explore more at https://theradar.online🎤 Highlights:00:00 Welcome to Along the Rock00:19 Meet the Sauk Valley Friends of NRA00:26 The 32nd Annual Banquet00:48 When & Where Is the Banquet?01:18 Decades of Supporting the Event02:00 What to Expect at the Banquet02:49 Dinner & Menu03:32 How to Buy Tickets04:02 Ticket Packages & Prize Drawings04:52 Why Buying Early Matters05:26 Table Packages & Extra Chances06:38 Supporting Local Youth Shooting Sports07:04 Where the Money Goes08:09 How the Grant Program Works09:06 More Than $1 Million in Grant Requests09:35 Supporting Local Schools & Organizations10:22 What Grant Money Can Provide10:50 Supporting Women Shooters11:23 Banquet Details & Background Checks12:01 Why Community Support Matters12:34 Supporting Local Trap Teams13:10 How Schools Can Apply for Grants13:39 Making Grant Money Go Further13:50 ClosingCheck out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Radar Free Press⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Follow us on all social media platforms below:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.youtube.com/@radarfreepresshttps://open.spotify.com/show/0dOeaVg1JI0ump4iD0rIHkhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/along-the-rock/id1773156790https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-along-the-rock-245007958/https://rumble.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.tiktok.com/@radarfreepresshttps://x.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.instagram.com/radarfreepress/https://www.threads.net/@radarfreepress #AlongTheRock #SaukValleyFriendsOfNRA #FriendsOfNRA #SaukValley #DixonIllinois #Illinois #YouthShootingSports #ShootingSports #TrapShooting #YouthSports #CommunitySupport #LocalYouth #GrantProgram #CommunityGrants #HighSchoolTrapShooting #TriCountyGunClub #LocalEvents #DixonEvents #SaukValleyEvents #RadarFreePress
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  One Decision Changed His Life: Turning a Devastating Crash Into a Mission to Save Lives 23.09.2026 39min

  On this episode of Along the Rock, host Kierstyn Long sits down with Nick and Brennen Neblung from Bobby’s Crash Foundation to share the story behind the foundation and the life-changing crash that inspired its mission.On September 28, 2025, Brennen was seriously injured in a crash caused by excessive speed. He spent approximately a month and a half receiving treatment between the University of Iowa and Shirley Ryan Rehabilitation Hospital in Chicago and continues to recover from the extensive injuries he suffered.Now, Nick and Brennen are turning that experience into an effort to educate young drivers about the consequences of speeding, distracted driving, seat belt use, impaired driving, peer pressure, bicycle and recreational vehicle safety, and other decisions that can have life-changing consequences.Bobby’s Crash Foundation is built around one powerful message: one decision can change a life.Learn more, request a presentation, or support the mission at bobbyscrash.org.👉 Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe for more local stories from the Sauk Valley and beyond.🎧 Listen to the full podcast and explore more at https://theradar.online🎤 Highlights:00:00 Welcome to Along the Rock00:13 Meet Nick and Brennan Nealon00:33 The Crash That Inspired Bobby’s Crash Foundation01:39 Brennan’s Recovery Journey02:01 Turning Tragedy Into a Mission02:29 The Dangers of Speeding and Distracted Driving03:15 Technology and Distractions Behind the Wheel04:02 How Everyday Driving Habits Can Become Dangerous05:04 Brennan’s Recovery Nearly One Year Later06:29 The Mission of Bobby’s Crash Foundation07:13 Educational Materials for Young Drivers07:47 A QR Code Tool for Minor Crashes08:50 The Importance of Calling 91109:47 Preparing Young People for Emergencies10:25 The Financial and Emotional Cost of a Crash11:53 The True Cost of Brennan’s Accident12:55 Using Real Numbers to Reach Young Drivers14:45 The Extent of Brennan’s Injuries16:16 Recovery, Rehabilitation and Future Surgeries17:25 One Decision: The Consequences of Speeding18:15 Why Speeding Is Never Worth the Risk19:22 A Message Every Driver Should Hear20:15 Seatbelts, Helmets and Personal Responsibility21:11 The Foundation’s Impact on Students22:24 School Presentations and Mock Crash Events23:13 Changing One Life Through Education24:39 The Long-Term Vision for Bobby’s Crash Foundation26:20 Bringing the Message to More Communities26:44 Requesting a Presentation28:33 Bringing the Actual Crash Vehicle to Events30:35 How to Support Bobby’s Crash Foundation31:27 Where Donations Will Go32:25 The Goal of a Seatbelt Demonstration Device33:10 Showing Young People How Seatbelts Save Lives34:43 Donation Information35:55 Building a Foundation With Accountability37:50 Final Thoughts38:43 ClosingCheck out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Radar Free Press⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Follow us on all social media platforms below:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.youtube.com/@radarfreepresshttps://open.spotify.com/show/0dOeaVg1JI0ump4iD0rIHkhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/along-the-rock/id1773156790https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-along-the-rock-245007958/https://rumble.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.tiktok.com/@radarfreepresshttps://x.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.instagram.com/radarfreepress/https://www.threads.net/@radarfreepress #AlongTheRock #BobbysCrashFoundation #SafeDriving #DistractedDriving #SpeedingAwareness #SeatbeltSafety #TeenDriverSafety #YouthDriverSafety #DriveSafe #RoadSafety #TrafficSafety #PreventableCrashes #MakeGoodDecisions #BuckleUp #HandsFreeDriving #DefensiveDriving #CommunityEducation #SaukValley #Illinois #RadarFreePress
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  Step Into the Old English Fair! Inside Stronghold’s Castle, Camp & Renaissance Festival 23.09.2026 12min

  Step into a world of castles, costumes, Renaissance-inspired entertainment, and family fun on this episode of Along the Rock!Host Kierstyn Long sits down with Dr. Danny Pierce, executive director of Stronghold Camp and Retreat Center, to learn more about the history of Stronghold, its mission as a summer camp and retreat center, and the annual Old English Fair.Located along the Rock River just outside Oregon, Illinois, Stronghold is home to a historic castle built between 1928 and 1929 by Walter Strong, the former owner and publisher of the Chicago Daily News. Today, the property serves as a camp, retreat center, and gathering place for thousands of visitors each year.The Old English Fair is one of Stronghold’s biggest annual events and helps raise money for camp scholarships and summer camp staff.🏰 OLD ENGLISH FAIR 2026📅 Saturday, October 3 & Sunday, October 4⏰ 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days📍 Stronghold Camp and Retreat Center, just outside Oregon, IllinoisVisitors can enjoy live performances, approximately 50 vendors, food trucks, Renaissance-inspired costumes, and plenty of family-friendly activities. Costumes are encouraged, especially for children who want to experience the castle as their own medieval adventure.🎟️ Admission:• Adults: $10• Children ages 5-12: $5• Children under 5: FreeStronghold also offers summer camp activities including a ropes course, zipline, swimming pool, canoeing, archery, Bible studies, and arts and crafts, along with retreat and camping opportunities throughout the year.Learn more about Stronghold and discover why the Old English Fair has become a fall tradition in the Oregon community.👉 Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe for more local stories from the Sauk Valley and beyond.🎧 Listen to the full podcast and explore more at https://theradar.online🎤 Highlights:00:00 Welcome to Along the Rock00:14 Meet Dr. Danny Pierce00:30 What Is Stronghold Camp & Retreat Center?00:52 The History of Stronghold Castle01:25 From Summer Home to Summer Camp02:20 The Old English Fair02:49 Supporting Camp Scholarships03:02 Bringing Cultures Together at Stronghold03:46 The History of the Old English Fair04:40 What to Expect at the Renaissance Faire05:03 Food, Vendors & Turkey Legs05:33 Shopping Around the Castle06:13 Dressing Up for the Fair06:51 Accessibility & Shuttle Service07:11 Buying Tickets Online07:39 Admission Prices08:15 Supporting Summer Camp & Local Jobs08:42 Vendor Information09:17 What Stronghold Offers Year-Round10:05 Summer Camp Activities10:46 Danny’s Favorite Part of the Fair11:18 The Closing Revelry11:45 Final Thoughts11:58 ClosingCheck out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Radar Free Press⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Follow us on all social media platforms below:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.youtube.com/@radarfreepresshttps://open.spotify.com/show/0dOeaVg1JI0ump4iD0rIHkhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/along-the-rock/id1773156790https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-along-the-rock-245007958/https://rumble.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.tiktok.com/@radarfreepresshttps://x.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.instagram.com/radarfreepress/https://www.threads.net/@radarfreepress #AlongTheRock #StrongholdCamp #StrongholdCastle #OldEnglishFair #RenaissanceFaire #RenaissanceFair #OregonIllinois #OregonIL #SaukValley #IllinoisEvents #FallEvents #FamilyFun #SummerCamp #CampScholarships #CommunityEvents #Castle #MedievalFestival #RenaissanceFestival #LocalEvents #RadarFreePress
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  Run for a Reason: The Valley Apple Cider Run Supports Mental Health in the Sauk Valley 22.09.2026 12min

  On this episode of Along the Rock, host Nathan Stahr sits down with Nick Pepper from 7:24 Fitness on the Rock and Andrew Jackson from Sinnissippi Centers to talk about the Sauk Valley Apple Cider Run.Now in its sixth year, the event brings together a 5K, half marathon, fall fun, and an important cause. The race is a fundraiser for the Sinnissippi Centers CARES Fund, which provides short-term assistance for clients facing needs such as housing, utilities, medication copays, employment, and home or vehicle repairs.🍎 Sauk Valley Apple Cider Run📅 Saturday, October 10⏰ 8 a.m.📍 Selmi's Greenhouse and Farm MarketThe 5K and half marathon both start and finish at Selmi's. The 5K follows an out-and-back course, while the half marathon travels through the Rock Falls and Sterling areas, along the canal and through Sinnissippi Park.Registration includes admission to Selmi's for the day, plus an apple cider donut and drink. Participants who register early can also receive race merchandise. The 5K is $35 and the half marathon is $60 before prices increase October 1.Packet Pickup:Friday, October 9, from 4 to 6 p.m. at 7:24 Fitness on the Rock. Race-morning pickup will also be available beginning at 7 a.m.The Sauk Valley Apple Cider Run is also the fourth race in the Hope Series, which brings together four races supporting different mental health organizations throughout the area.Learn more and register at the Sauk Valley Apple Cider Run website.Learn more about Sinnissippi Centers at https://sinnissippi.org/👉 Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe for more local stories from the Sauk Valley and beyond.🎧 Listen to the full podcast and explore more at https://theradar.online🎤 Highlights:00:00 Welcome to Along the Rock00:13 Meet the Valley Apple Cider Run Organizers00:25 The Sixth Year of the Apple Cider Run00:47 Where the 5K & Half Marathon Take You01:47 Race Registration & Course Details02:12 The Half Marathon Route02:46 A Scenic Run Through the Sauk Valley03:10 Race Swag & Registration Perks04:18 How Late Can You Register?05:00 Early Bird Registration Deadline05:39 Race Day Details06:06 Where the Money Goes06:30 Helping With Housing & Utility Needs06:57 Medication & Other Assistance07:34 Making a Big Impact Through Small-Dollar Assistance08:15 Supporting Mental Wellness08:45 How to Register & Donate09:18 Race Costs, Swag Pickup & Event Details09:44 The Hope Series10:27 Hope Series Swag & Benefits11:00 How to Learn More About Sinnissippi Centers11:18 ClosingCheck out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Radar Free Press⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Follow us on all social media platforms below:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.youtube.com/@radarfreepresshttps://open.spotify.com/show/0dOeaVg1JI0ump4iD0rIHkhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/along-the-rock/id1773156790https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-along-the-rock-245007958/https://rumble.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.tiktok.com/@radarfreepresshttps://x.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.instagram.com/radarfreepress/https://www.threads.net/@radarfreepress #AlongTheRock #ValleyAppleCiderRun #AppleCiderRun #5KRun #HalfMarathon #SaukValley #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthSupport #SinnissippiCenters #724Fitness #RunningForACause #CommunitySupport #HopeSeries #RockFallsIllinois #SterlingIllinois #DixonIllinois #LocalEvents #CharityRun #Fundraiser #RadarFreePress
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  Meet the New Rock Falls Chamber Director! What’s Ahead for Local Businesses & the Community 22.09.2026 6min

  On this episode of Along the Rock, host Kierstyn Long sits down with Camryn Johnson, the new director of the Rock Falls Chamber, and Marissa Razo, the Chamber’s program coordinator.Learn more about Camryn’s journey with the Chamber, her goals for growing membership, and how the Rock Falls Chamber supports local businesses and brings the community together through events.The conversation also highlights several upcoming events, including a brand-new dinner show experience!🎭 Rock Falls Chamber Dinner Show📅 Date: October 22, 2026📍 Location: The Classroom in Nelson🎟️ Tickets: $30The Rock Falls Chamber has partnered with SERVPRO of Clinton and Sterling to bring this interactive mystery dinner experience to the community. Dixon Stage Left will provide the entertainment, and Lundstrom will help create the floral centerpieces.🍕 The Classroom will provide the food, including pizza, pasta, and more.Follow the Rock Falls Chamber on Facebook for mystery hints and updates about the event!Other upcoming Chamber events include:🎃 Biz Boo Trick-or-Treat: October 2026🍂 Hometown Holidays: November 2026Discover how the Rock Falls Chamber is supporting local businesses, creating community connections, and preparing for an exciting season of events.👉 Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe for more local stories from the Sauk Valley and beyond.🎧 Listen to the full podcast and explore more at https://theradar.online🎤 Highlights:00:00 Welcome to Along the Rock00:14 Meet Cameron Johnson & Marissa Raza00:24 Cameron’s Journey with the Chamber01:12 Becoming the New Chamber Director01:39 What Does the Chamber of Commerce Do?02:25 Supporting Rock Falls Businesses02:42 Chamber Events & Community Involvement03:17 Cameron’s Goals as Chamber Director03:57 Upcoming Chamber Events04:19 The New Dinner Show Experience04:59 Dinner Show Tickets & Entertainment05:20 Supporting Local Businesses Through the Chamber05:42 ClosingCheck out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Radar Free Press⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Follow us on all social media platforms below:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.youtube.com/@radarfreepresshttps://open.spotify.com/show/0dOeaVg1JI0ump4iD0rIHkhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/along-the-rock/id1773156790https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-along-the-rock-245007958/https://rumble.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.tiktok.com/@radarfreepresshttps://x.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.instagram.com/radarfreepress/https://www.threads.net/@radarfreepress #AlongTheRock #RockFallsChamber #RockFallsIllinois #RockFalls #ChamberOfCommerce #LocalBusiness #ShopLocal #SupportLocalBusiness #SaukValley #IllinoisBusiness #CommunityEvents #RockFallsEvents #LocalEvents #SmallBusiness #DinnerShow #DixonStageLeft #RadarFreePress
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  Sherlock Holmes, Senior Showcases & a Rocky Horror Raffle! What’s Next for Stage Left? 21.09.2026 17min

  On this episode of Along the Rock, host Nathan Stahr welcomes Ben Lightner from Dixon Stage Left for a look at everything the theater company has coming up this fall and winter.Dixon Stage Left is bringing The Hound of the Baskervilles to the Jerry Mathysse Theater at Sauk Valley Community College as a unique live radio theater experience. The production features two performers portraying every character while creating the sound effects live on stage.The conversation also covers the return of Dixon Stage Left's Senior Showcase, featuring a variety of songs, skits, and performances at The Next Picture Show on October 4.Looking ahead to December, Dixon Stage Left will present A Christmas Story at Sauk Valley Community College.Ben also shares details about a special raffle featuring a signed Rocky Horror Picture Show soundtrack signed by Tim Curry, Susan Sarandon, and Meat Loaf. The raffle is connected to an upcoming October 30 shadow cast performance presented by Mosaic Theater Troupe and the Dixon Historic Theatre.Finally, Nathan and Ben discuss the ongoing work at Dixon Stage Left's future home, the progress being made on the building and plans for the theater company's 2027 season.🎭 Upcoming Dixon Stage Left EventsThe Hound of the BaskervillesSeptember 25 at 7:30 p.m.September 26 at 7:30 p.m.September 27 at 2 p.m.Jerry Mathysse Theater, Sauk Valley Community CollegeSenior ShowcaseOctober 4 at 2 p.m.The Next Picture Show, DixonRocky Horror Picture Show Shadow CastOctober 30Dixon Historic TheatreLearn more about Dixon Stage Left, upcoming performances, and the Rocky Horror raffle at dixonstageleft.org.👉 Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe for more local stories from the Sauk Valley and beyond.🎧 Listen to the full podcast and explore more at https://theradar.online🎤 Highlights:00:00 Welcome to Along the Rock00:33 Meet Ben Lightner00:56 The Hound of the Baskervilles01:24 What Is Radio Theater?02:14 Two Actors, Every Character02:46 Why Choose Sherlock Holmes?03:12 Bringing Classic Radio to the Stage03:49 A High-Energy Theater Experience05:03 The Hound of the Baskervilles Performance Details05:55 How to Get Tickets06:24 The Senior Showcase Returns06:50 Broadway-Caliber Talent07:45 Returning Performers & New Faces08:12 Songs, Skits & Dance Numbers08:35 Senior Showcase Details09:36 A Christmas Story Comes to Stage Left10:27 A Rocky Horror Picture Show Raffle11:27 The Signed Rocky Horror Soundtrack11:48 Shadow Cast Collaboration12:23 How to Enter the Raffle12:47 Win It for Just $513:28 Last-Minute Raffle Entries14:12 The Theater Building Project Update14:22 Drywall, Painting & Construction Progress15:06 Plans for the Current Season15:38 Looking Ahead to Next Season16:13 The Future of Stage Left16:30 Final Thoughts16:41 ClosingCheck out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Radar Free Press⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Follow us on all social media platforms below:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.youtube.com/@radarfreepresshttps://open.spotify.com/show/0dOeaVg1JI0ump4iD0rIHkhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/along-the-rock/id1773156790https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-along-the-rock-245007958/https://rumble.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.tiktok.com/@radarfreepresshttps://x.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.instagram.com/radarfreepress/https://www.threads.net/@radarfreepress #AlongTheRock #StageLeft #StageLeftTheater #DixonIllinois #DixonStageLeft #HoundOfTheBaskervilles #SherlockHolmes #RadioTheater #LiveTheater #CommunityTheater #SeniorShowcase #ChristmasStory #RockyHorror #RockyHorrorPictureShow #TimCurry #SusanSarandon #MeatLoaf #TheaterRaffle #DixonIllinois #SaukValley #RadarFreePress
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  Cash Stuffing Is Back?! Why Gen Z Is Going Old-School With Money | Cash & Coffee 21.09.2026 8min

  💵 Is cash making a comeback?On this episode of Cash and Coffee, hosts Quinn Stahr and Emily Zimmerman explore the surprising return of cash stuffing, an old-school budgeting method that is gaining new attention among younger consumers on social media.From budgeting binders and labeled envelopes to savings challenges and spending limits, cash stuffing is changing the way some people think about their money.Quinn and Emily discuss:💰 How cash stuffing works📱 Why the trend is gaining attention on TikTok🧠 How physical cash can change spending behavior☕ How small purchases like coffee and fast food can add up📊 How reviewing your spending can reveal unexpected habits💳 The difference between cash and convenient digital payments📋 Whether the envelope method could help you stick to a budgetWith tap-to-pay and digital wallets making spending easier than ever, could going back to cash actually help people save more?Watch the latest episode of Cash and Coffee and decide whether this old-school strategy might have a place in your modern budget.👉 Don’t forget to like, share, comment, and subscribe for more local stories from the Sauk Valley and beyond.🎧 Listen to the full podcast and explore more at https://theradar.online🎤 Highlights:00:00 Welcome to Cash & Coffee00:25 The Cash Stuffing Comeback01:14 Why Gen Z Is Returning to Cash01:40 The Envelope Budgeting Method02:11 The Dave Ramsey Connection02:35 Is Cash Stuffing Actually a Good Idea?03:16 Learning to Save Money Young03:58 Cash vs. Tap-to-Pay04:18 The Psychology of Spending05:18 Why Physical Cash Can Change Your Habits06:10 Where Is Your Disposable Income Going?06:35 Are You Spending Too Much on Coffee & Fast Food?07:16 The Coffee Shop Problem07:28 Can Gen Z Teach Millennials to Save?07:39 ClosingFollow us on all social media platforms below:https://www.facebook.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.youtube.com/@radarfreepresshttps://open.spotify.com/show/0dOeaVg1JI0ump4iD0rIHkhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/along-the-rock/id1773156790https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-along-the-rock-245007958/https://rumble.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.tiktok.com/@radarfreepresshttps://x.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.instagram.com/radarfreepress/https://www.threads.net/@radarfreepress#CashAndCoffee #CashStuffing #CashStuffingChallenge #Budgeting #PersonalFinance #MoneyTips #SavingMoney #GenZ #Millennials #EnvelopeBudgeting #BudgetTips #FinancialLiteracy #MoneyManagement #SpendLessSaveMore #SmartSpending #DaveRamsey #CashBudget #TikTokTrends #CoffeeAndCoffee #RadarFreePress
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  From Strangers to Sisters: How Generations Woven Is Connecting Women Through Conversations 18.09.2026 24min

  Three women. Three generations. One shared mission.On this episode of Along the Rock, host Kierstyn Long sits down with Tasha Garcia, Nerina Human, and Judy Randall from Generation Woven to talk about how an unexpected friendship became a podcast and a growing community focused on connection, authenticity, and personal growth.Generation Woven brings together women from different generations and backgrounds to have honest conversations about life, growth, relationships, navigating challenges, and finding ways to move forward.The conversation also explores Coffee and Connections, Generation Woven's free in-person gatherings where women can meet, share stories, participate in activities, build friendships, and simply spend time connecting with one another.☕ NEXT COFFEE AND CONNECTIONS📅 Saturday, Sept. 26📍 Aurelio's⏰ Arrive around 9:30 a.m. | Event begins at 10 a.m.💰 Free to attend🌟 September theme: GratitudeWomen of all ages are welcome. Bring your mom, daughter, sister, granddaughter, friend, neighbor, or anyone else in your life who could use some connection and community.Generation Woven is also looking beyond the local community, with plans for an international virtual Coffee and Connections gathering to connect with people around the world.Watch the full episode to hear how Generation Woven came together, what they hope to accomplish, and why authentic connection matters.👉 Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe for more local stories from the Sauk Valley and beyond.🎧 Listen to the full podcast and explore more at https://theradar.online🎤 Highlights:00:00 Welcome to Along the Rock00:40 How Generations Woven Came Together01:35 From a Dinner Conversation to a Podcast02:20 “What’s a Podcast?”03:18 Three Generations, One Mission04:24 Learning as They Go05:11 Helping Women Through Shared Stories05:43 The Power of Authenticity06:44 You’re Not Stuck—You Can Move07:44 Using the Platform to Help Others08:13 How They Choose Podcast Topics09:17 How the Podcast Has Evolved10:18 Judy’s Storytelling Style10:50 What Generations Woven Is Really About11:28 Coffee & Connections12:48 What Is Coffee & Connections?13:38 September’s Theme: Gratitude14:04 October’s Theme: Human Touch14:54 Chair Massages & Reflexology15:34 Coffee, Conversation & Community16:29 The Power of Fellowship17:33 Finding Your “Third Space”18:13 Taking Coffee & Connections International19:16 Connecting With Women Around the World20:11 Learning From Women in Other Countries20:42 Naraina’s Story21:17 Details for the Next Coffee & Connections22:08 Who Can Attend?22:57 The Private Coffee & Connections Facebook Group23:37 Final Thoughts23:51 ClosingCheck out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Radar Free Press⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Follow us on all social media platforms below:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.youtube.com/@radarfreepresshttps://open.spotify.com/show/0dOeaVg1JI0ump4iD0rIHkhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/along-the-rock/id1773156790https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-along-the-rock-245007958/https://rumble.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.tiktok.com/@radarfreepresshttps://x.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.instagram.com/radarfreepress/https://www.threads.net/@radarfreepress #AlongTheRock #GenerationsWoven #CoffeeAndConnections #WomenSupportingWomen #WomenEmpoweringWomen #FemaleFriendship #WomenInBusiness #PersonalGrowth #Authenticity #CommunityConnection #WomenOfAllAges #LifeAfter40 #LifeAfter50 #LifeAfter60 #Podcast #WomenAndCommunity #ConnectionMatters #SaukValley #RockFallsIllinois #RadarFreePress
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  Tacos, Wrestling & Fall Fun! Taco Throwdown Returns to Rock Falls | Along the Rock 17.09.2026 10min

  🌮 Tacos, Wrestling & Fall Fun Are Taking Over Rock Falls! 🤼On this episode of Along the Rock, host Kierstyn Long sits down with Melinda Jones from Rock Falls Tourism and Ryan Zschiesche from ZOWA Live to preview the return of the Taco Throwdown at RB&W Park.The third annual event is bringing together 10 taco trucks, a taco-eating contest, live wrestling, music, and plenty of community fun along the Rock River.🌮 Taco Throwdown📅 Friday, Sept. 25📍 RB&W Park, Rock Falls⏰ 4-10 p.m.Find out how the best taco competition works, how to enter the taco-eating contest, and what to expect from ZOWA Live's action-packed wrestling lineup.🏆 The taco-eating contest gives competitors 10 minutes to eat as many tacos as possible, with last year's winner finishing 16 tacos and taking home $100 and a trophy.🤼 ZOWA Live will feature approximately seven bouts, including a championship tournament semifinal, with the wrestling action split around the taco-eating contest.The episode also looks ahead to more fall activities in Rock Falls, including the lumberjack show, women's skillet throwing contest, and Halloween Lighted Golf Cart and UTV Parade.👉 Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe for more local stories from the Sauk Valley and beyond.🎧 Listen to the full podcast and explore more at https://theradar.online🎤 Highlights:00:00 Welcome to Along the Rock00:34 Taco Throwdown Returns00:43 When & Where to Go01:00 Ten Taco Trucks & Lots of Food01:17 Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month01:38 The Taco Eating Contest01:50 Vote for the Best Taco02:35 Wrestling at the Taco Throwdown03:03 What to Expect From ZOWA03:28 Seven Wrestling Bouts04:04 A Jam-Packed Night of Action04:28 A Bigger & Better Taco Throwdown05:09 How to Enter the Taco Eating Contest05:39 What Makes the Contest Tacos Different?06:16 The Strategy Behind Taco Eating06:52 $100 & Trophies Up for Grabs07:07 Ten Taco Trucks Are Sold Out07:36 More Fall Events From Visit Rock Falls07:43 Lumberjack Shows & Skillet Throwing08:08 Halloween Golf Cart & UTV Parade08:44 ZOWIE’s Fall Wrestling Events09:07 Family-Friendly Wrestling09:28 Why You Should Check Out ZOWIE09:47 Final Thoughts10:03 ClosingCheck out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Radar Free Press⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Follow us on all social media platforms below:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.youtube.com/@radarfreepresshttps://open.spotify.com/show/0dOeaVg1JI0ump4iD0rIHkhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/along-the-rock/id1773156790https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-along-the-rock-245007958/https://rumble.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.tiktok.com/@radarfreepresshttps://x.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.instagram.com/radarfreepress/https://www.threads.net/@radarfreepress #TacoThrowdown #RockFalls #RockFallsIllinois #VisitRockFalls #Tacos #TacoEatingContest #TacoTrucks #Wrestling #ZOWA #LiveWrestling #HispanicHeritageMonth #FallEvents #FallFestival #LumberjackShow #SkilletThrowing #HalloweenParade #UTVParade #SaukValley #AlongTheRock #RadarFreePress
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  7,500 Varieties of Apples?! The Surprising World of Apples | Along the Rock 17.09.2026 30min

  🍎 APPLE SEASON IS HERE IN NORTHWEST ILLINOIS! 🍎On this episode of Along the Rock, host Kierstyn Long welcomes Bruce J. Black from Illinois Extension for an apple-filled conversation just in time for fall!Did you know there are approximately 7,500 varieties of apples grown worldwide, with about 2,500 grown in the United States? Bruce breaks down the fascinating world of apples, from how new varieties are developed to why modern apple trees are much smaller than the 40-foot trees they can become naturally.Kierstyn and Bruce also explore:🍏 How long apples can actually be stored🍎 Why bruising can shorten an apple's shelf life🍏 The tiny Rocket apple and its lunchbox appeal🍎 What makes Honeycrisp such a challenging apple to grow🍏 Why Cosmic Crisp apples are less likely to brown after being cut🍎 Which apples are better for snacking, baking, cider, and preserving🍏 The history of the Red Delicious apple🍎 Early-season varieties available around the Sauk Valley🍏 Why an apple tasting can be a lot like a wine tastingWith apple harvest season underway and fall quickly approaching, it's a perfect time to visit a local orchard, try a new variety, grab some fresh cider, and enjoy everything apple season has to offer.What is your favorite apple variety? 🍎 Let us know in the comments!👉 Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe for more local stories from the Sauk Valley and beyond.🎧 Listen to the full podcast and explore more at https://theradar.online🎤 Highlights:00:00 Welcome to Along the Rock00:40 It’s Apple Harvest Season01:31 How Many Apple Varieties Are There?03:12 2,500 Apple Varieties Grown in the U.S.03:47 The Apples You See at the Grocery Store05:44 The Rocket Apple07:24 How Are New Apple Varieties Created?08:39 Why Apple Trees Used to Be 40 Feet Tall10:21 How Apples Are Harvested11:24 How Long Can Apples Be Stored?13:27 Are You Eating Last Year’s Apples?14:05 What Apples Are in Season Right Now?15:23 Finding the Right Apple for You17:40 Meet the Pink Lady18:16 Why Honeycrisp Is an Apple Diva19:26 The Amazing Cosmic Crisp23:27 Exploring Local Apple Orchards24:34 Bruce’s Favorite Apple25:35 What Happened to the Red Delicious?27:11 Apple Tasting Like a Wine Tasting28:31 Will There Be an Apple Tasting?29:22 The Apple Joke30:15 ClosingCheck out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Radar Free Press⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Follow us on all social media platforms below:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.youtube.com/@radarfreepresshttps://open.spotify.com/show/0dOeaVg1JI0ump4iD0rIHkhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/along-the-rock/id1773156790https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-along-the-rock-245007958/https://rumble.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.tiktok.com/@radarfreepresshttps://x.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.instagram.com/radarfreepress/https://www.threads.net/@radarfreepress #AlongTheRock #Apples #AppleSeason #AppleHarvest #AppleOrchard #Honeycrisp #CosmicCrisp #PinkLadyApple #GalaApple #RedDelicious #AppleTasting #Gardening #IllinoisExtension #FallInIllinois #SaukValley #RockFalls #RockFallsIllinois #LocalFood #FallHarvest #RadarFreePress
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  Fall, Fantasy & Fun Are Coming to Rock Falls! | Fallen Fantasy Fest 2026 16.09.2026 13min

  Step into a world of fall, fantasy, costumes, and imagination on this episode of Along the Rock!Host Kierstyn Long sits down with Jake Wallin, Trent Johnson, and Jaclyn Sciacero to preview the third annual Fall and Fantasy Fest, coming to Centennial Park in Rock Falls on Sept. 26-27.The local pop-up Renaissance festival is moving to a new location this year, giving organizers more room to expand the event and bring even more entertainment, vendors, and activities to the community.🎭 What can you expect?• Returning favorites like snail jousting and Shakespearean sword fighting• Historical reenactments and black powder demonstrations• Erin the Mermaid• Wandering fantasy performers, including a faun and potentially fairies• A new magician and musical performances• Deep Light LARP adventures• More than 50 vendors featuring fantasy-inspired merchandise, plants, potions, dragons, and more• Plenty of opportunities to dress up and embrace your imaginationCostumes are encouraged but absolutely not required. Whether you're a seasoned Renaissance festival fan or someone looking for a fun new fall experience, there's something for everyone.🎟️ AdmissionAdults: $10Children, seniors, and first responders: $5📅 Event InformationFall and Fantasy FestSept. 26-2710 a.m.-6 p.m. both daysCentennial ParkRock Falls, IllinoisThe festival is also looking for volunteers, sponsors, and community members who want to help make the event a success.Learn more and get involved at fallandfantasy.com.👉 Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe for more local stories from the Sauk Valley and beyond.🎧 Listen to the full podcast and explore more at https://theradar.online🎤 Highlights:00:00 Welcome to Along the Rock00:25 Meet the Fallen Fantasy Fest Team01:09 What Is Fallen Fantasy Fest?02:08 When Is Fallen Fantasy Fest?02:29 A New Location at Centennial Park03:17 Room to Grow03:42 What to Expect at This Year’s Festival04:11 Returning Performers & Entertainment04:34 New Performers & Magical Experiences05:18 More Than 50 Vendors06:02 Meet Aaron the Mermaid06:25 Do You Have to Dress Up?07:19 LARP Adventures & Family Fun08:04 Admission Prices for 202609:00 Growing the Festival09:12 Why You Should Come09:47 How to Support Fallen Fantasy Fest10:17 Sponsorship Opportunities10:30 Volunteers Needed11:41 The Community Behind the Festival12:24 How to Find Fallen Fantasy Fest13:04 Costumes, Fun & Final Thoughts13:20 ClosingCheck out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Radar Free Press⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Follow us on all social media platforms below:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.youtube.com/@radarfreepresshttps://open.spotify.com/show/0dOeaVg1JI0ump4iD0rIHkhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/along-the-rock/id1773156790https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-along-the-rock-245007958/https://rumble.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.tiktok.com/@radarfreepresshttps://x.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.instagram.com/radarfreepress/https://www.threads.net/@radarfreepress #FallenFantasyFest #FallAndFantasy #RockFalls #RockFallsIllinois #RenaissanceFestival #FantasyFestival #FallFestival #Halloween #Cosplay #LARP #RenaissanceFaire #Fantasy #Costumes #FamilyFun #CentennialPark #SaukValley #IllinoisEvents #AlongTheRock #RadarFreePress
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  Step Back in Time: Experience an Old-Fashioned Fall Harvest in Northwest Illinois 16.09.2026 10min

  What did harvest season look like before modern farming technology? On this episode of Along the Rock, host Kierstyn Long talks with Katie Lewis from Bos Brothers Historical Farm about the upcoming Old-Fashioned Fall Harvest.The annual event gives visitors a chance to step back in time and experience traditional farming, crafts, skills, and trades. This year’s show will feature historic harvesting of corn and soybeans, along with demonstrations including rug weaving, quilting, blacksmithing, wood turning, wooden spoon carving, macramé, crocheting and pottery.Visitors can also see a sawmill, shingle mill, rock crusher, and historic plowing demonstrations in action. The corn harvest will even be followed through the milling process, with cornmeal used to prepare food that visitors can sample.📅 Dates: Sept. 25-27📍 Location: Bos Brothers Historical Farm🏡 Address: 8105 Spring Hill Road, Erie, Illinois🎟️ Admission: FreeSunday Special Events:⛪ Church service at 9:30 a.m. in the barn🚜 Tractor pull at 1 p.m.All other demonstrations and activities will take place throughout all three days.The Old-Fashioned Fall Harvest operates through donations and support from sponsors, helping keep the event free for families and visitors.Watch this episode to learn more about the history behind Bos Brothers Historical Farm and why preserving these traditional skills and farming practices remains important.👉 Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe for more local stories from the Sauk Valley and beyond.🎧 Listen to the full podcast and explore more at https://theradar.online🎤 Highlights:00:00 Welcome to Along the Rock00:25 Meet Bos Brothers Historical Farm00:44 What Is the Old-Fashioned Fall Harvest?01:13 Farming Before Modern Technology01:40 Traditional Crafts, Skills & Trades02:27 The History of Bos Brothers’ Shows03:13 From the Field to Your Table03:57 Seeing Where Your Food Comes From04:15 The Historic Cook Shack04:58 Keeping Antique Equipment Running05:47 Fall Harvest Dates & Location06:26 Sawmills, Plowing & Other Demonstrations07:07 Sunday Church Service & Tractor Pull07:32 Why Preserving Old-Fashioned Skills Matters08:23 The Value of Handmade Goods08:43 Free Admission & Family Fun09:32 How to Support Bos Brothers Historical Farm09:53 ClosingCheck out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Radar Free Press⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Follow us on all social media platforms below:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.youtube.com/@radarfreepresshttps://open.spotify.com/show/0dOeaVg1JI0ump4iD0rIHkhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/along-the-rock/id1773156790https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-along-the-rock-245007958/https://rumble.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.tiktok.com/@radarfreepresshttps://x.com/radarfreepresshttps://www.instagram.com/radarfreepress/https://www.threads.net/@radarfreepress #BosBrothersHistoricalFarm #OldFashionedFallHarvest #FallHarvest #HarvestFestival #FarmLife #AntiqueFarming #VintageFarming #Agriculture #FarmHistory #HistoricalFarm #OldFashioned #FamilyFun #NorthwestIllinois #ErieIllinois #SaukValley #IllinoisEvents #AlongTheRock #RadarFreePress