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Western Illinois University continues to struggle financially amid layoffs
In April, Western Illinois University, which has locations in Macomb and Moline, celebrated its 125th anniversary. But for quite some time now, the university has been dealing with dwindling student enrollment and major financial issues. It has gotten to the point that the university is taking some drastic measures for the 2024-2025 school year including layoffs of over 100 faculty and staff members over the past two months.
Brissman Foundation grants help groups improve Milan
The application period for grants to improve Milan is now open. The Grant W. Brissman and Virginia M. Brissman Foundation awards grants every year for projects and organizations that improve the quality of life in Milan. The Brissman Foundation is a private foundation administered by the Quad Cities Community Foundation. Organizations can apply for up […]
NSRA Quad Cities Street Rod Nationals is being held at Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds August 16th and 17th
On August 16th and 17th, the Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds is welcoming the National Street Rod Association, or the NSRA, for a two. Festivities start on August 16th at 8:00 a.m., with the commercial exhibit opening at 9:00 a.m. for visitors. On top of the array of vehicles to view, there...
Eldridge denies public access to emails about city administrator
The City of Eldridge is denying public access to emails that a city worker sent to a colleague about the city administrator. The emails in question helped form the basis of the city’s rationale for firing the worker in May. State records indicate Jody Coffman worked as Eldridge’s full-time utility billing clerk prior to her […]
South Beloit dispensary receives $240K from Cannabis Social Equity program
CHICAGO, Ill. (WIFR) - A stateline dispensary will receive $240,000 in Direct Forgivable Loans, Illinois leaders announced Wednesday. WAH Group LLC, also known as CloudHaven Dispensary, in South Beloit was on the list of 23 licensed dispensaries to receive loans from the state. “Since day one, my administration has put...
Winning Lotto ticket sold in Homewood
An Illinois Lottery player in the South Suburbs won a Lotto Million 1 drawing – becoming a millionaire overnight. The $1 million-winning Lotto ticket was purchased for the Monday drawing of Lotto Million 1. The ticket was purchased at South Gate Mini Mart, 18747 Dixie Highway, Homewood. The winner...
Illinois State Fair Sees Record-Breaking Crowd for Hip-Hop Icon
A Hip-Hop Icon electrified the Illinois State Fair Grandstand on Wednesday night setting an all-time attendance record. Rapper Lil' Wayne performed for an impressive 15,427 fans which surpassed the previous record of 15,329 set by Jason Aldean in 2011. The rapper's performance not only captivated the crowd but also highlighted the fair's growing appeal.
Food Truck Experts Claim This is By Far the Best One in Illinois
The world needs more food trucks. Illinois is fortunate to already have some great ones, but there is one that apparently rises above the rest according to food truck experts. It looks like this is a brand new ranking just shared this month by Best Food Trucks. They list what they believe are the 10 best food trucks in Illinois and this is the one that they have at #1. They specialize in this delicious food called arepas.
Galesburg seeks input on new park
Galesburg needs input from residents about a development project in the city. The city is hosting a public input meeting on Tuesday, August 20 at 6 p.m. in the gymnasium at Learning Connections of Galesburg, 849 S. Henderson Street. Residents can give their input on the proposed improvements for the Cooke Property Park Development Project. The […]
Avenue of the Cities, 16th Street intersection reopens in Moline
MOLINE, Ill. — A popular Moline intersection has fully reopened after weeks of closures. The Avenue of the Cities and 16th Street intersection in Moline has reopened. Crews completed over $1 million in construction work, including but not limited to adding emergency vehicle preemption to the signal, concrete repairs and sidewalk replacement to ensure ADA compliance.
Gamestop Quietly Closed Illinois & Missouri Locations Recently
There was big chatter a few years ago about how Gamestop was planning to close hundreds of stores, but then that discussion stopped being a news item. However, I've learned that the company has rather quietly closed several Illinois and Missouri locations recently with little fanfare. I got curious about...
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