Rockford Proclaims Feb. 6 to Honor Grains of Love Sourdough Café

The Village of Rockford officially proclaimed February 6, 2026, as a day of recognition for Grains of Love Sourdough Bakery and Café, honoring the business’s Grand Opening and its contributions to the community. The proclamation and accompanying press release mark a formal nod to owners Megan and Matt Tuttle and the bakery’s first year of operations.

The Village issued a press release labeled "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE" and dated February 6, 2026. That release states, “The Village of Rockford is proud to recognize Grains of Love Sourdough Bakery and Café in celebration of their Grand Opening and their continued success as a locally grown business.” It also traces the bakery’s origin: “Megan and Matt Tuttle began baking sourdough products for their own family, a passion that quickly expanded into a thriving business offering a unique and high?quality food experience to the community.”

Local coverage of the ceremony noted the Village and Village Council took part in the recognition. “During today’s ceremony, the Village and Village Council expressed their appreciation for the Tuttle family’s dedication, craftsmanship, and commitment to Rockford’s growth,” Mercer County Outlook reported. The story added that “Their work has helped make Rockford a destination for exceptional sourdough products and a shining example of local entrepreneurship.”

The press release highlights the bakery’s product focus and reach: “Over the past year, Grains of Love has served not only Rockford, but the entire tristate region with their signature sourdough breads, pastries, and specialty items.” For bakers and patrons who track local sourdough trends, that phrasing confirms Grains of Love has established a regional presence in its opening year.

For readers, the proclamation is both a community recognition and a practical signal. Local shoppers and sourdough fans can expect increased visibility for the bakery, which may draw more visitors to downtown Rockford and create new opportunities for collaborations with farmers, cafes, and markets in the tristate area. The honor also underscores municipal support for small, locally grown food businesses that emphasize craftsmanship and neighborhood roots.

Gaps remain that would deepen the story: the full text of the formal proclamation, comments directly from Megan and Matt Tuttle, and the bakery’s address and hours were not included in the release. Expect follow-up reporting to seek the full proclamation text and owner perspectives. For now, Rockford’s official recognition places Grains of Love squarely on the map for sourdough lovers and signals a promising start to the bakery’s second year.