Meet Steve
When did you move to the Rockford area? 1981
1981
What are your hobbies or interests?
Live music, Wood working, Automobile restoration.
Favorite restaurant in Rockford?
Lino's, Beef-A Roo, Maciano's and Franchesco's
Best place to grab pizza in Rockford?
Capri
What’s one piece of advice you’d give to someone new to Rockford?
Try every local establishment first before national chains. Local has so much variety and flair!
Favorite fall activity or attraction in the area?
Edwards Apple Orchard in the fall. Rockford City Market and Hard Rock Casino is so uniquely Rockford.
Favorite winter activity or attraction in the area?
Stroll on State, Festival of Lights in Sinnissippi Park, and All Aglow at Nicholas Conservatory.
Favorite summer activity or attraction in the area?
Rock Cut State Park, Music in The Park at Sinnissippi Music Shell, Rockford City Market, and just sitting on the dock at Prairie Street Brewing Company.
What’s a fun or random fact about you?
I have Carpentry Skills even though I am a radio show host on the radio every morning. Also I watch the Golden Bachelor every season. Why? IDK
What do you think makes Rockford such a great place to live?
The big town feels even though Rockford is a tight knit community. Also, it's in the center of all the metro areas with so much to do.
Occupation
Morning show radio host
What stage of life are you in?
Professional/Empty Nester
How do you prefer to meet or connect?
Hybrid
What’s your best advice for someone experiencing their first winter in Rockford?
Dress warm
Favorite local event or festival
Dinner on the Dock Thursday at PSB
Best place to go for a night out in Rockford?
Prairie Street Brewing Company on the dock
One hidden gem in the Rockford area that you’d recommend?
Social on East State
What’s your favorite thing about the Rockford community?
Friendliness
If you had a free day in Rockford, what would you do?
Shop Rockford Art Deli and walk through Anderson Gardens.
Where’s the best place to enjoy nature in or around Rockford?
Rock Cut State Park
What’s your favorite local small business or shop?
Rockford Art Deli
Best way to get involved in the community?
Ask people at events. We're so friendly.
What’s one thing you wish you knew when you first moved to Rockford?
The affordability of homes in the area are amazing. So much for your money compared to anywhere!