The BMO Turns 40, Looking Back With Interviews, Pictures, & More
The BMO Harris Bank Center is celebrating its 40th anniversary and here s a look back with interviews, pictures, and more.
January 31st marks the 40th Anniversary of the Grand Opening of the BMO Harris Bank Center in Rockford. That night was the very first concert featuring a performance by Dionne Warwick, Thanks to LawnCare By Walter, I am going to take a look back at the history of the arena, share memories, and chat with some people who made an impact on our community.
I could not tell the story of the Rockford MetroCentre without including a conversation with Doug Logan. Without him, there is a good chance I would not be talking about this historic building. The idea of a civic center being build in downtown Rockford had been around for a while. Doug was the main force in getting the plan done. He would then become the first general manager. Not only that, but he also put Rockford on the map when it came to conc