February 8th, 2010 09:21am
Jennie Pollock
In conjunction with our “What’s Cooking With Fabio” show March 11 at the Coronado (get tickets here), we’ve launched two contests.
We’re asking both adults and kids ages 7 to 12 to submit original healthy recipes that will be judged by Fabio Viviani, fan favorite from the Bravo reality show “Top Chef” (season five). Fabio, who has his own healthy kids site, will judge.
In the adult category, all finalists will receive two complimentary tickets to the show and two VIP passes, and the winner will receive a $50 gift card from Giovanni’s. Deadline is March 1.
In the kid category, you have to submit a DVD of the cooking in addition to the recipe. Finalists will receive complimentary tickets to the show, and the winner will appear on the new The H Word cooking show at HealthyRockford.com. Deadline is March 3.
If you have questions, call Bea Ricotta at 815-987-1453.
February 5th, 2010 10:46am
Jennie Pollock
In today’s GO section, you might have seen the 2010 What Rocks ballot — our annual readers’ choice effort.
Ballots are due Feb. 19; you also can fill yours out online. If you fill out at least half of the ballot, you could win a shot at $150, $250 or $500 Visa cards from Members Alliance Credit Union.
The book of winners will publish March 28.
Businesses also receive certificates for their honors (you’ve probably seen them on the walls of your favorite restaurant or store).
February 2nd, 2010 12:24pm
Anna Derocher
Is the cost of driving to work, to shop and to play eating up your budget?
If your combined housing and transportation expenses make up more than 45 percent of your household budget, we’d like to talk to you.
Contact staff writer Thomas V. Bona at 815-987-1343 or tbona@rrstar.com.
January 28th, 2010 12:52pm
Jennie Pollock
If you’re planning to ask that special someone to marry you, considering putting your proposal in the newspaper. It’s a public display of affection that people think is sweet, for one.
Another good reason? The first two people to submit their propoals will receive a free 3×5 ad.
Even if you’re not proposing, consider placing a Love Line in the classifieds. Call 815-962-2400. Deadline is 5 p.m. Feb. 11. The ads will appear in the Sunday, Feb. 14, Register Star.
January 18th, 2010 10:39am
Anna Derocher
Election Day is Feb. 2. Check out our page dedicated to the primary. Compare the candidates, read our coverage, and check out letters to the editor and endorsements.
Quick note: A technical glitch is preventing us from displaying all of the candidates’ information in our voters guide. About 20 candidate profiles are missing. We are working to fix this problem as soon as possible.
December 31st, 2009 03:09pm
Anna Derocher
On the last day of 2009, I thought it would be fun to share this YouTube video a colleague shared with me earlier this week. I am amazed at technology and multimedia. And this video is an amazing mix of year’s most popular songs. Even if you don’t like the music, the video is pretty cool.
December 29th, 2009 11:49am
Anna Derocher
We have a new home on rrstar.com for Bruce Quast cartoons. Find him here. You’ll also find a link to Bruce Quast within the Opinions tab on the rrstar.com home page. Hope you find this new presentation makes reading Bruce’s cartoons easier.
December 16th, 2009 02:09pm
Jennie Pollock
Rockford Woman is proud to announce that the Oct. 17 Victory Lap Brunch raised $10,867 in 2009.
That means we’ve donated more than $20,000 over three years to the American Cancer Society.
The event, which features pink champagne, delicious Cliffbreakers food and prizes, is held right after the annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk across the river in Martin Park.
Thanks to the more than 600 people who attend as well as the committee that works all year, whether collecting shoes for centerpieces or lining up generous sponsors.
December 16th, 2009 11:57am
Anna Derocher
I saw a TV ad with Apollo Anton Ono last night. He was promoting the Winter Olympics, which start in February. Seems like a long way off, but it reminded me that I should tell you about our online Winter Olympics coverage provided by The Associated Press.
If you have a few minutes, take a spin here and let me know what you think. My first impression was “cool.”
December 11th, 2009 10:39am
Anna Derocher
It’s been three days since we debuted the new rrstar.com, and we’re still working on the bugs we uncovered when we converted from the old site. I’ve received several comments, overwhelmingly positive, about the changes. And many of you shared some of the problems you encountered while using the site. I appreciate your help.
We’ll continue to tweak the site over the next several days. Feel free to contact me at 815-987-1431 or aderocher@rrstar.com.
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