B103 IS LIVE & LOCAL: JOIN CHELSEA!
B103 is live & local! Join Chelsea as she hits the streets of the Stateline with your chance to win amazing prizes, and more!
FEBRUARY 11TH 11a-1p
The Pickin' Chicks
6550 E. Riverside Blvd., Loves Park, IL
Grab your gal pals and join Chelsea at The Pickin' Chicks off Riverside Blvd. in Loves Park for a day packed with gifts, flower bundles, lashes, refreshments, shopping, and more! Grab the details, HERE.
FEBRUARY 13TH 11a-1p
GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF NORTHERN IL | 4618 E. State Street, RKFD | 3068 McFarland Rd, RKFD | 8010 North Second St. Machesney Park |
Chelsea from the Chelsea & Friends Morning Show wants to help Cupid out this Valentine’s Day and spread the love at 3 area Goodwill locations on 2/13/26 handing out gift cards & goodies and posting her journey on B103’s facebook page. You can be our Valentine and have a chance to buy what you love from Goodwill just in time for Valentine’s Day and interact and have fun with Chelsea along the way!
FEBRUARY 26 6P-9P
CHOCOHOLIC FROLIC | TEBALA EVENT CENTER | 7910 NEWBURG RD. RKFD
Join Chelsea at Chocoholic Frolic on Thursday, February 26th at the Tebala Event Center in Rockford. This is your chance to get your Chocolate Crave Case featuring at least 20 chocolate tasting treats from local providers and businesses.
There are 2 ways to get yours this year: Option 1 is “to go”- simply order online for a $50 donation and pick up day of. Option 2 is a VIP in-person evening event for a $100 donation. You’ll enjoy a wonderful selection of hors d’oeuvres and exclusive chocolates, wine and beer pull, special silent auction, a chocolate crave case, and more.
Proceeds benefit The Arc of Winnebago, Boone, and Ogle counties whose mission is to serve people with disabilities through advocacy and support.
Find more info and order your chocolate crave case and VIP tickets HERE
Your chance to win FREE Mac & Cheese for a year at the Sassy Mac Boys Grand Opening!
We’re just days away from the Grand Opening of Sassy Mac Boys in Machesney Park and trust me, this is not your average mac and cheese! We’re talking creamy, cheesy comfort food taken to the next level with flavors like Pizza Mac, BBQ Mac, Teriyaki Mac, and MORE all made with tons f flavor and love.
I had the chance to chat with Donald, the amazing guy behind Sassy Mac Boys, who’s not only serving up some seriously delicious mac but also giving back to the community in a big way.
You can join the fun this Saturday from 11 to 1 at 10223 N 2nd Street in Machesney Park, grab some mac, enter for prizes, win free mac for a year, Disney on Ice tickets, and get a free Kona Ice Mini with every mac purchase!
Listen to the full interview below!
Festival of Lights Ready to Shine at Sinnissippi Park
One of my favorite traditions is almost here, Festival of Lights at Sinnissippi Park! I talk about this every year because it’s something I’ve loved since I was a kid. Growing up, my grandparents and I would go see the lights back in the ’90s when there were only about 11 displays. Now? We’re over 115! The growth is incredible, and it’s all thanks to our amazing community.
Ted from the Festival of Lights committee stopped by the show to give us the inside scoop. This year, the festival is going to be extra special with more dimensional displays, flood lighting, and hundreds of beautifully lit trees including 35 brand-new glistening trees near Santa. Volunteers start in September and work tirelessly to make sure every bulb shines perfectly. It’s a labor of love, and you can see it when you walk through the park.
And here’s the best part: the festival is funded by donations, and every single dollar counts. You can donate online, by check, or even in the park with QR codes. NEW THIS YEAR: B103 has a specially curated playlist made by Santa and his Elves in the North Pole just for the Festival of Lights!
Listen to the full interview and grab the details below!
Trick-or-Treat Time Guide: When to Hit the Streets This Halloween
Halloween is just days away and if your kids haven’t gotten their sugar fix yet, this Friday is the big day to make it happen! Trick-or-treating night is right around the corner, and neighborhoods all over the Stateline will be lighting up with costumes, candy, and all the spooky fun your little ghouls and goblins can handle.
Wondering what time to head out? We’ve rounded up all the local trick-or-treat times so you can plan your route, hit the best candy spots, and make the most of Halloween night. We've got you covered!
Finding Strength in Pink: Amanda’s Story with Les’ Cleaning Services
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month or as we like to call it here at B103, Pink Month! All month long, we’re proud to partner with UW Health and our Pink Power Partner, Les’ Cleaning Services, to shine a light on strength, hope, and early detection.
This week on The Chelsea & Friends Morning Show, I sat down with Amanda, who’s from Elgin and works with Les’ Cleaning Services. Amanda’s story is one of bravery, community, and the power of knowing your body.
Amanda discovered she carried the BRCA2 gene, which increases the risk for several cancers, including breast cancer. Her decision to get genetic testing quite literally saved her life. During an MRI ordered by her geneticist, doctors found suspicious spots and shortly after, she was diagnosed with stage one breast cancer.
What’s incredible is that Amanda had no symptoms. No lumps, no pain, nothing that would’ve tipped her off. If she’d waited for her first mammogram at 40, her cancer might have gone undetected for years.
“I saved my life by doing that genetic testing and MRI,” Amanda shared. “If I didn’t do that, where would this be four years later?”
Through it all, Amanda has stayed positive, continuing to work and surround herself with an amazing support system. That includes her boss, Leslie, the owner of Les’ Cleaning Services, who stood by her side every step of the way. Leslie and the Les’ Cleaning team even joined Amanda for the recent breast cancer walk, showing what community support really looks like.
“I wanted to stay as normal as possible through treatment,” Amanda said. “Having Leslie, my family, my clients, and everyone cheering me on, it keeps me strong and positive.”
Amanda’s strength is nothing short of inspiring, and her story reminds all of us how important it is to advocate for our health. Whether it’s scheduling that mammogram, talking to your doctor about genetic testing, or encouraging a loved one to get checked, early detection truly saves lives.
Listen to the full interview from The Chelsea & Friends Morning Show to hear Amanda’s story in her own words below:
Cherry Valley Gets Wild About Reading with Scarecrows on Parade!
Big thanks to Sue and Zarea from the Cherry Valley Public Library for stopping by to chat about one of our favorite fall traditions, Scarecrows on Parade!
This year marks the 13th annual event, and the theme is “Get Wild About Reading.” It’s all about letting your imagination run wild with jungle animals, wild characters, and over-the-top creativity decorating the village.
Sue and Zarea shared how this fun, family-friendly fundraiser brings the community together while supporting the library’s programming all year long. It’s just $1 per vote (and yes, you can vote as many times as you want!) either online or in person at the library. Every dollar goes right back into programs that make Cherry Valley Public Library such an amazing community hub.
The top three scarecrows with the most votes will snag gift cards to local businesses and attractions, and the winners will be announced on Monday, November 3rd.
If you haven’t seen the scarecrows yet, make it part of your fall bucket list, stroll through Cherry Valley, check out all the creativity on display, and “get wild about reading!”
Listen to the full interview with Sue and Zarea below to hear more about the event, how it got started, and why it’s one of the most beloved fall traditions in the Stateline.
Win a beautiful gift basket from Urban Farmgirl + tickets to Main Street Market!
Saluting Women Owned Businesses: Urban Farmgirl
In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re shining a spotlight on Women-Owned Businesses in the Stateline all month long!
Today, we’re celebrating Mary Gulbrantson from Urban Farmgirl! Mary’s journey started in 2000 with a booth at a suburban Chicago flea market, and 12 years later, fate led her to a charming neighborhood shop—a historic corner grocery store building—where Urban Farmgirl as we know it truly blossomed.
Supporting local women-owned businesses means investing in the people, stories, and creativity that make Rockford so special.
Presented by Clodius & Company – Rockford’s custom jeweler and more.
Listen to the full interview here:
Saluting Women Owned Businesses: Workplace Staffing
In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re celebrating women-owned businesses in the Stateline all month long! Supporting local isn’t just a trend—it’s how we keep our community thriving.
A huge thank you to Lesly from Workplace Staffing for stopping by! With over 35 years of experience, Workplace Staffing has been a driving force in connecting people with opportunities right here in the Rockford area. Their team knows the heart of our community—its values, worth, and challenges—making them experts at attracting top talent.
Let’s show up for the incredible women entrepreneurs shaping our city! Tag your favorite women-owned businesses in the comments and let’s spread the love. Presented by Clodius & Company – Rockford’s custom jeweler and more!
Listen to the full interview here:
Saluting Women Owned Businesses: Halo Bakeshop
In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re shining a spotlight on amazing women-owned businesses in the Stateline all month long, thanks to Clodius & Company – Rockford’s custom jeweler and more!
A huge thank you to Liz from Halo Bakeshop for stopping by to share her sweet story! From cupcakes and cookies to stunning cakes for any occasion, Halo Bakeshop is your one-stop shop for all things sweet!
Supporting local means supporting dreams—let’s lift up the incredible women making a difference in our community!
Listen to the full interview here: