Rockford’s Smokey Bones closed with little notice in January 2026, leaving residents and staff blindsided and marking another in a string of area restaurant closures.
Village Green, a Rockford staple for over 60 years, is closing after the holidays. The Riverside location has been sold to Platt Hill Nursery, which will reopen in spring 2026.
After an 18 year run, this family-run pizzeria will soon serve its last slice, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, celebrations, and a community brought together by pizza.