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Amanda August

Amanda August is the Social Media and Communications Specialist for the GoRockford. Amanda attended North Central College where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Music. Before her time at the bureau, Amanda spent two years as a staff composer writing original music for advertisements in Chicago and three years as the office manager of a local organic farm. Amanda is a native of Roscoe, IL and enjoys exploring the area's diverse culinary scene. 

Rockford Green Itinerary

Rockford isn’t nicknamed “The Forest City” for nothing. There are over 20,000 acres of parks and forest preserves to explore that make the Rockford region a premiere outdoor destination. Hike From flat paths to challenging trails, there are many miles to explore in Winnebago County. Bike Whether…

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Stay “In”- tertained this Winter

Now that the holidays are over, you’re probably looking at that long stretch of time between now and Spring wondering how to stay active. Whether you’re looking for a cute date idea or a night out with friends, we’ve curated a list of fun activities to do while staying in this winter. Hard Rock…

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