Capron

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About Capron

Village in Illinois, US

1,395Population

0.8 sq miArea

912 ftElevation

Capron is a village in Boone County, Illinois, United States. It is part of the Rockford, Illinois Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 1,395 at the 2020 census, up from 1,376 at the 2010 census.

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September 14–20, 2026·Illinois · IL

The community noted 2 passings this week (obituaries).

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Will L.

2h · Townwide

General

Big thanks to whoever returned my wallet

Left it at the counter and someone turned it in with everything inside. Faith in Capron restored.

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Emily C.

5h · Townwide

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Recommendations for a good electrician?

Need a couple outlets added before the holidays. Licensed and reasonable would be ideal.

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