Rockford is the largest city in Illinois outside of the Chicago area. It was originally known as "Midway Village" because, for travelers, it was halfway between Chicago and Galena.

This city was known for industrial manufacturing in the last century but today it's been retooled into a center for healthcare and aerospace technology.

John & his producer Lois Maurer on the drive home as they chat about their impressions of the community and share interesting stories that may have hit the cutting room floor.