summer

No A.I.-generated reading list for our listeners! Frances Jaeger compiled a baker's dozen of her favorite summertime reads. Share your additions on WNIJ's social media pages.

Frances Jaeger rage-reads against the AI machine to kick off our summer reading list. What's on your list? Share it on social with #WNIJReads

13-WREX meteorologist John Jurgens breaks down the heat of August, then forecasts beautiful weather for this weekend.

The annual Rock Falls River Chase boat race takes place on Saturday on the Rock River at Seward's Riverfront Park.

Tampico Days take place in Tampico, Illinois July 18-21

Tutty Baker Days is this coming weekend, July 12-14, and offers food, fun and a look into the city of Freeports rich and unique history.

Independence Day fireworks will be on full display tonight at dusk at Shabbona Lake State Park in Shabbona, IL. A full list of July 4th fireworks around our listening area is available at the bottom of the story.

13-WREX Meteorologist John Jurgens discusses how June was a wild weather month. Plus, John also delivers us his weather forecast for Independence Day across northern Illinois.

The Ottawa Farmers & Makers Market offers local treats and eats, plus is located near the heart of the city.

The World Wake Association will be holding wakeboarding regional championships in Rockford June 21-23