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Illinois Fireworks: Know What’s Legal to Avoid a Fine
No 4th of July is complete without some form of fireworks extravaganza. However, understanding the legal status of fireworks is crucial. While some are perfectly legal to use in the Land of Lincoln, others are strictly prohibited. Sparklers and Smoke Bombs: Legal Fireworks for a Fun Night. Let's start with...
Weather postpones some July 4th events in Central Illinois
CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) — As possible inclement weather threatens to soil stars, stripes, and sparklers in Central Illinois, some July 4th fireworks displays and activities are being postponed. Jacksonville festivities, including the Nichols Park fireworks and Morgan County VFW Post 1379’s Independence Day Celebration, are being pushed back. The Nichols Park fireworks were originally set […]
A HUGE WIN: Illinois Grandma Wins $1M On Scratch Off Ticket
An Illinois woman didn't expect to win $1 million after buying a lottery ticket at her local Walmart. I guess when you save money you do, in fact, live better. Lots of tears have been shed since Pamela Arscott from Franklin Park, Illinois won a million dollars on a $10 scratch off ticket. She got to celebrate with her five children, ten grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. What a beautiful moment!
John Deere Continues with Layoffs Across Midwest in Illinois & Iowa
So far this year over 1,000 workers in Iowa have lost their jobs at John Deere; that includes the recent announcement of layoffs coming to Davenport on August 30th of 211 workers and the 99 being released from the Dubuque plant on the same date. John Deere, a leading manufacturer...
Illinois State Police Arrest Three in Child Trafficking Operation
The Illinois State Police have taken their efforts to stop criminal activities to the next level. Three suspects were just arrested and accused of the worst kind of trafficking— of children. Intensive Operation Leads to Arrests. According to a recent press release by the Illinois State Police, they completed...
Lutheran Senior Services, Diakon agreement to combine comes to fruition
Diakon Senior Living operations and its four continuing care retirement / life plan communities officially became part of Lutheran Senior Services on Monday. The action marks the completion of an agreement signed in March. LSS ranked 15th in the country on the 2023 LeadingAge Ziegler 200 list of largest not-for-profit...
Local broadcast family leaves Illinois radio broadcast industry selling remaining stations
After almost 70 years, the Neuhoff Family has exited the Central Illinois broadcast radio industry in a final agreement to sell several radio channels. Neuhoff Family Limited Partnership announced on Monday an agreement between Neuhoff Media LLC in Springfield and Bloomington to sell seven different channels to Woodward Communications, Inc, or WCI.
Illinois Finally Signs Agreement to Build $1B Invasive Carp Barrier, Now That the State Isn’t on the Hook for Entire Lifelong Maintenance Tab
After months of negotiations, Illinois finally signed onto a project partnership agreement this week with the state of Michigan and the Army Corps of Engineers to move forward with construction of what’s largely viewed as the last line of defense against invasive carp entering the Great Lakes. The best...
Opponents call new Illinois law ‘thank-you gift’ to government unions
(The Center Square) – Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed a bill opponents say is a thank-you gift from the Illinois General Assembly to government unions. Pritzker signed House Bill 4417, which allows public high schools, including charter schools, to designate and annually observe a week known as "Workplace Readiness Week.” Opponents say the law will provide a platform for union propaganda. State Sen. Dan McConchie, R-Hawthorn Woods, urged a "no" vote...
Rock Island’s Wake Brewing Hosting Tuesday CruiseDay In Parking Lot Every Tuesday Night
Wake Brewing, 2529 5th Ave., Rock Island, is hosting a Tuesday CruiseDay in our parking lot every Tuesday from 4-8pm. We welcome all classic car, hot rod lovin’ motor heads to roll into the lot and swap stories.
John Deere announces 600 layoffs amid falling demand
Deere & Co. said it plans to lay off nearly 600 employees as the demand for farm equipment declines. The company confirmed on Monday that the job cuts will affect production roles primarily at two factories in Iowa and at its headquarters in Moline, Illinois. By August 30, 280 employees will be laid off at the Moline facility, while 310 workers will be let go at the Iowa locations.
Join The Tradition: East Moline Firefighters’ Pancake Breakfast Celebration
Before you enjoy fireworks on the night of the 4th of July, enjoy some fluffy golden goodness served by the East Moline Firefighters for a great cause. The East Moline Fire Fighters Association is hosting its annual Pancake Breakfast on July 4th to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association. The East...
Cancer and Nutrition: How a local non-profit is spreading awareness
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - On July 8 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Gilda’s Club Quad Cities will provide a free educational presentation titled “Cancer and Nutrition: Ask the Dietician.”. The session will be held in the Gilda’s Club Quad Cities Moline Clubhouse, located in Moline at 600 John...
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