Freepod

Freepod
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A podcast bringing you the latest news from Freeport, Illinois.

  1. 20h ago

    Freepod Interview: John Grider of Mac & Cheese Antiques

    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.

    17 min

  2. 5d ago

    June 4, 2026

    Freeport City Council Fails to Censure AlderwomanSmall Business Administration Makes Diaster Loans AvailableLWPC Girls Track and Field Finishes Season on Top Honoring a Former HCC Athletic DirectorFACC/UIC Offering No Insurance Street MedicineHighlighting a Façade Improvement Grant WinnerMosquito Abatement Begins in FreeportMusic on Chicago ReturnsUW of Ogle County Brings Back Summer Eats Meal ProgramJo Daviess County Shares Record for Largest Spring Turkey HarvestIllinois Senate Passes AI Accountability BillVaccination Rates for Illinois Students Increases SlightlyDick Durbin Gives Farewell AddressYouth Conference at King Community CampusYouth Tennis Program BeginsCulinary Herbs 101 at U of I ExtensionMusic on the Patio at Park HillsCamp RAMP

    21 min

  3. Jun 2

    Freepod Interview: Ferol Labash & Kourtney Kraft of Parkview Home

    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.

    11 min

  4. May 28

    May 28, 2026

    Aquin Academy Announces ClosureFreeport Man Charged with Intent to Deliver FentanylHCC Nursing Program Gets ReaccreditationShawnee-Hancock Viaduct is OpenRAMP Offering Free Communication Devices for Area ResidentsGalena & US Grant Museum Gets Major GiftJo Daviess County Transitioning to New Emergency Notification SystemStellantis Prepares to Reopen Belvidere PlantRFD Adds New DestinationsLegislature Approves Amendments to College Campus Press ActConsumer Advocacy Groups Challenge Proposed Nicor Rate HikeState Lawmakers Consider Ban on Glock PistolsTimber Lake Playhouse Opens Their Season with GodspellPreserving Practice: Jams and Jellies at U of I ExtensionPancake Breakfast at Albertus AirportFreeport Library Kicks Off Summer Reading ProgramMusic Under the Stars Concert Series Preparing for Season

    22 min

  5. May 26

    Freepod Interview: Tim Snyder of Lititz, Pennsylvania

    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 relationship can benefit both moving forward.

    21 min

  6. May 21

    May 21, 2026

    Lena Man Sentenced to 150 Years in Prison for Exploiting ChildrenComEd Rate Spike AnnouncedFPD Announces "Click It or Ticket" CrackdownOgle County Sheriff Releases Distracted Driving Enforcement NumbersSeaga Manufacturing Acquires Micromarket CompanyFSD Names New PrincipalsStephenson County Fair Looking for Junior VolunteersYIELD Program Has Extra Trees AvailablePecatonica High School Wins Voter Registration AwardJDCF Welcomes New CEO/PresidentJo Daviess County to Hold Public Hearing on Zoning AmendmentsCuts to SNAP Harming Small Grocery StoresState Lawmakers Debate AI RegulationLawmakers Question Education Funding ProcessMemorial Day Parade and Program in CedarvilleAARP Offers Smart Driving ProgramPark District Music & Movement Program for Kids

    21 min

  7. May 19

    Freepod Interview: Bing Wells

    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 War and helped prepare the aircraft carrier based F-4 Phantom Jets for sorties during the war. He was a member of the F-4 Memorial Committee that brought the jet to Lena.

    23 min

  8. May 14

    May 14, 2026

    FSD Leaders Respond to DOJ InvestigationHighland Commencement This WeekendTownship Giving Boys & Girls Club Computer UpgradesGFP Launches 'Simply Stephenson County' BrandingWinners Chosen for Downtown Façade GrantsLindo Theatre Gets Major UpgradeCity Prepares for Demeter Drive Water Main ProjectCity of Freeport Receives Recognition for Water QualityComposting Supplies Available at Farmer's MarketEssay Contest Open to Area StudentsText-to-911 Now Available Throughout Carroll CountyConstruction Begins on Ogle County Memorial PlazaIllinois Farm Bureaus & FFA Chapters Raise Money for Hunger ReliefDurbin Will Not Back Farm BillIllinois Has 6th Highest Gas Prices in CountryMay is Bike MonthCop on a Rooftop Returns

    13 min
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A podcast bringing you the latest news from Freeport, Illinois.

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  • Creator
    Freepod
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    232
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Freepod 2023
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