DeAndre Hemby reacts after hearing City Attorney Nick Meyer, left, declare Friday, Sept. 20, 2024, to be Dre Day in the city of Rockford in honor of Hemby. The proclamation was made at the Hard Rock Live before Hemby’s show with Teddy Swims. (Photo by Kevin Haas/Rock River Current)
By Kevin Haas
Rock River Current
ROCKFORD — DeAndre Hemby knew Friday was his day to showcase the musical skills he’s cultivated to his hometown crowd…