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Redevelopment of Beck’s Underway
Demolition is underway at the Beck Oil gas station on the north end of Monmouth at the intersection of Highway 34 and Highway 67. Along with the redevelopment of the current property, Beck Oil intends to purchase adjoining land for a diesel fuel and semi truck parking facility, which will then be annexed into the City of Monmouth, creating a new North Commercial TIF District, explains City Administrator Lew Steinbrecher:
Kewanee police blotter for July 16
Police responded to a report of criminal trespass to real property at Sixth and Walnut streets. Police responded to a report of a suspicious person in the 400 block of Franklin Street. A domestic disturbance was reported in the 200 block of Payson Street. Police responded to a report of...
Recognize, Intervene, Support: The Path to Better Mental Health
One in five Americans have a mental illness or substance use disorder, yet many are hesitant to seek help or unsure of where to turn. Recognizing mental health and substance use can be challenging, which is why education is vital, explains Vice President of Behavioral Health Services at Bridgeway, Stacy Brown:
International children's swimming school to open newest location in Peoria
Aqua-Tots Swim School is bringing its world-renowned programs to the greater Peoria area. The swim school franchise announced last week it will open a location at 7713 Orange Prairie Road in Peoria near The Shoppes at Grand Prairie. The school has more than 150 locations worldwide, including three in Illinois: Peoria, Wheaton and Orland Park.
Two have announced plans to run for Peoria mayor next year
Editor's note: Rita Ali was the first Black woman elected to an at-large council seat in Peoria. An earlier version of this story contained incorrect information. Peoria Mayor Rita Ali is running for reelection and will have at least one opponent from within the Peoria City Council. ...
WIU faculty union: Layoffs of tenured faculty coming
Another round of budget cutting is looming at Western Illinois University, and this time it could include tenured and tenure-track faculty. Tri States Public Radio obtained a copy of an email sent by Merrill Cole, President of the WIU Chapter of the University Professionals of Illinois. The union represents faculty members.
Coal City to remain without power for the foreseeable future
Jul. 16—The Village of Coal City said in a statement Tuesday afternoon that while the village was spared the worst of the storm damage as far as property and public health damage, it will be without power for the foreseeable future until the main feeder line is repaired. ComEd needs specific crews for this line, and it's not possible to predict a timeline for when power will be restored. This ...
Longtime community leader Sonja Reece named Normal Citizen of the Year
It was a who’s who of notable Normalites at a reception Tuesday at Heartland Community College, where Mayor Chris Koos announced longtime community leader Sonja Reece as this year’s Normal Citizen of the Year. Reece has played many roles in the community, among them serving on the town...
Bloomington tells homeless people sleeping along Constitution Trail to relocate
Around 100 people in Bloomington-Normal are unsheltered, according to estimates from a McLean County Housing Coalition. The City of Bloomington is dispersing roughly 40 of them who’ve been living in tents along Constitution Trail, said Director of Community Outreach Steve Tassio with Home Sweet Home Ministries' homeless shelter [HSHM].
National Weather Service in Far, Remote Northern Michigan Took Over Warning Chicago as Illinois Forecasters Hunkered Down During Tornado Outbreak
The National Weather Service is the government agency we all rely upon for up-to-the-second information particularly in emergency situations like severe thunderstorms and tornado outbreaks. But what happens when NWS forecasters are in the line of fire for a storm? That was the situation facing the NWS office in Chicago last night (July 15, 2024) as a summer storm spawned a tornado outbreak across the region.
Winnebago principal’s personal experience inspires Illinois school’s cardiac safety law
WINNEBAGO, Ill. (WTVO) — This Fall, all schools in Illinois will be required to have a plan in place in the event of a cardiac arrest on school grounds. A Winnebago principal advocated for the law after it happened to her, and now her school is one of three Heart Safe Schools in the state. […]
More student loan borrowers are getting relief through bankruptcy after Biden policy change
More student loan borrows have successfully received debt relief through bankruptcy after the Biden administration made a policy change to make the process easier nearly two years ago, according to data released by the Department of Justice Wednesday.
5 pets die, 2 firefighters injured in 3 Burlington fires in 24 hours
It’s been a very busy 24 hours for the Burlington Fire Department. Firefighters dealt with three fires, one which is considered arson and another where five pets died. The department emailed three news releases with details about the fires. The department was called to the 100 block of Melrose Court on July 16 at about […]
RAGBRAI 2024 daily planner: Route, mileage and highlights along the way
DES MOINES, Iowa — The world's longest, oldest, and largest recreational bicycle ride is back for its 51st trek across the state of Iowa. This year's version of RAGBRAI — the Register's Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa — departs from Glenwood on Sunday, July 21, and ends 434 miles later in Burlington on Saturday, July 27. In between, there will be overnight stops at Red Oak, Atlantic, Winterset, Knoxville, Ottumwa and Mount Pleasant, with plenty to eat, drink, do and see along the way.
Muscatine woman arrested on 67 animal neglect charges
An arrest has been made in a severe animal-neglect incident in Muscatine last month. According to a news release from the City of Muscatine and arrest affidavits, charges were filed against Kelly Marie Adams, 44, of Muscatine on Monday, July 8. On Monday, June 17, a search warrant was executed in the 2400 block of […]
Iowa’s Latest Billionaire Made Their Fortune on the Farm
If you've ever wondered who the richest person was in Iowa, we have an answer! If you assumed that Iowa's richest person had something to do with farming or agriculture, you would have assumed correctly. Who is the Richest Person in Iowa in 2024?. The latest Iowa billionaire is Harry...
UI Health Care leads Iowa in US News & World Report rankings with top honors in 8 specialties
University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center reaffirmed its position as Iowa's premier hospital, securing top honors in the U.S. News & World's report of "Best Hospitals" for 2024-2025. The school's various hospitals and clinics earned national recognition in eight adult specialties. "This national recognition is a testament to the compassionate, high-quality care...
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