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Yahoo
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Live music acts announced for Rockford's 2025 4th of July Celebration of Freedom
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — The performers scheduled to bring live music to Rockford's 61st Fourth of July Celebration of Freedom have been announced. This year, the annual fireworks display will be fired off from the Jefferson Street Bridge, a change from prior years. Fireworks were shot from the bridge over 25 years ago. Davis Park, the traditional home to the celebration, is currently undergoing a $12 million . Before the fireworks, revelers in downtown on Friday, July 4th, can attend performances by the following live acts: 4:30 pm – DJ Roland Stone, Joe Marino Statue – Parade Master of Ceremonies5:00 pm – That 70's Band, City Market Pavilion Main Stage7:00 pm – On The Rocks, City Market Pavilion Main Stage7:00 pm – Mr. Ed, Beattie Park Gazebo9:30 pm – Fireworks The 2025 Celebration of Freedom fireworks program will be live-streamed on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Business Journals
30-04-2025
- Business
- Business Journals
Why Pearland? A thriving community built for business and life
When companies consider where to expand or relocate, quality of life often tips the scales. Today's workforce seeks more than a paycheck — they want to live in places that feel connected, offer opportunity and create balance. Pearland stands out by delivering all three: thoughtful amenities, a robust education system, and a variety of lifestyle options, all within a welcoming and business-friendly community. Amenities that strengthen community Pearland cultivates connection through its well-planned network of parks and recreational assets. With more than 547 acres of parkland, 29 athletic fields and multiple facilities citywide, outdoor experiences are integrated into daily life. Independence Park, one of Pearland's flagship spaces, is a year-round hub for community events like the Hometown Christmas Festival and the Celebration of Freedom on July 4. A major expansion in 2027 will add two acres of water features, an amenity lake and new trails to its existing playground, pavilion and amphitheater. The Sports Complex at Shadow Creek Ranch offers baseball, softball, cricket and rugby fields, plus inclusive amenities like the Miracle Field and Ed Thompson Inclusive Park, designed to welcome athletes and children of all abilities. Hickory Slough Sportsplex, meanwhile, is a go-to for competitive youth athletics, especially soccer. These investments create opportunities for play, belonging and wellness across the city. Complementing the outdoor park amenities is the Pearland Recreation Center and Natatorium, a 107,000-square-foot facility with gyms, fitness classes and an Olympic-size pool, used by residents, recreation teams and student athletes alike. Education that builds a competitive edge Pearland places a high value on learning, which is one reason many families and professionals choose to live here. From K-12 to higher education, the community is invested in academic excellence. Pearland ISD and Alvin ISD offer forward-thinking curricula, and students consistently outperform state averages on the STAAR test. Higher education is equally strong. The University of Houston-Clear Lake Pearland Campus offers flexible degree programs in high-demand fields, while Alvin Community College provides career training, certification programs and continuing education that support workforce development and lifelong learning. Together, these institutions help fuel a pipeline of skilled talent for local employers. Distinctive homes that match every lifestyle Pearland's diverse neighborhoods reflect the community's spirit. Residents can choose from lakeside homes in master-planned communities to historic charmers in the Old Townsite. Sullivan Brothers Builders recently partnered with the Pearland Economic Development Corporation (PEDC) and the city to redevelop part of Pearland's Old Town, the city's original historic center, adding Acadian-style homes with signature front porches that promote a neighborly feel. 'Old Town's unique character was an ideal match for our homes,' said Scott Burrer, Sullivan Brothers Builders managing director. 'Pearland's layout and vision aligned seamlessly with our designs.' Burrer credits the partnership with PEDC and the city as essential to the project's success: 'They had a clear vision and worked closely with us to implement it while considering infrastructure, businesses and community character.' A place where business and life align Pearland's strategic focus on livability — from education and recreation to housing and connectivity — offers lasting value for employers and residents alike. PEDC helps ensure these assets grow in step with the city's future, guiding investments and partnerships that enhance quality of life and support economic success. For businesses looking to thrive in a vibrant, well-rounded community, Pearland is a clear choice. Established in 1995 by the voters of Pearland, the Pearland Economic Development Corporation (PEDC) is the leading economic development group for the thriving, business-friendly community of Pearland, Texas. PEDC focuses on business attraction, retention, and marketing; transportation, mobility, and infrastructure; developing Lower Kirby; corridors and beautification.
