Olivia Williams

Meet Olivia Williams, Digital Managing Editor for Townsquare Media Rockford. As a 2021 graduate from the University of Iowa, she has a deep passion for writing and storytelling. She's been published by BuzzFeed (where her content was translated and published in Japan) and has also written for the Center for Strategic and International Studies. Aside from reading and writing her life away, she also has a love for standup and has performed standup comedy at Floodwater Comedy Festival and directed her own standup show with some college friends!

8 Things People Should Know Before Moving to Rockford, According to AI

When Rockford is brought up, people always have opinions. Some negative, some positive. However, even AI thinks there are things people should know about before moving here... and I find that a little bit funny.

3 of the Most Underrated Towns to Visit in Illinois

I will die on the hill saying that Illinois has many amazing small towns and cities to visit that aren't Chicago or Galena.

This Exploration of the Old Joliet Prison Will Send Chill Down Your Spine

The facility officially opened in May of 1858 with a whopping total of 53 prisoners. It only took 20 years for the number of inmates to rise to nearly 2,000.

Can You Legally Park on Your Own Lawn in the State of Illinois?

Something all of us have probably done at some point, but are we actually breaking Illinois state law when we do it?

A Piece of Civil War History Once Sat Abandoned Right Here in Rockford

Located at 1260 N. Main Street in Rockford was a house that was used as a literal Civil War Hospital for Camp Fuller.

9 Words That Absolutely Need To Be Banned in Rockford

Sometimes, it seems like I'm forced to tolerate hearing these words every day. I get the ick from them so much, that if I were Queen of Rockford I'd ban them in a heartbeat.

This Abandoned Illinois Police Department Turned Haunted House Brings Your Nightmares to Life

Anything abandoned has eerie vibes to it. But I think this abandoned police department turned abandoned haunted house in Illinois takes the cake for being the creepiest of all!

Opportunity Calls: Businesses Hiring In The Rockford Area

Rockford is drawing in some amazing job opportunities that most people are totally looking over.

Adorable Coffee Shop in Wisconsin Looks Like Something Straight Out of a Fairytale

Located in Kohler, Wisconsin sits a coffee shop called The Greenhouse. And trust me, you're probably going to gasp at it too. It's totally more than just a coffee shop.

Rockford Charity Calls for Help As The Holiday Season Fastly Approaches

Giving back is always important no matter what time of year. However, with cold weather and expensive holiday demands, the fall and winter seasons can bring on their hardships.