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FBI Warning Illinois Residents about the Danger of ‘Jugging’
It's important to always be aware of your surroundings and that's never been more important than it is now in our modern era. The FBI is warning Illinois residents about a rise in incidents involving 'jugging'. It's much more dangerous and common than it sounds. It was just reported a...
Important News for Illinois Low Income Families Receiving TANF Payments
Illinois has set a precedent now that all child support payments collected for families receiving or having received Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) will now be directly passed on to them without state deductions. Child Support Changes in Illinois Now in Effect. This landmark policy was effective as of...
Wake Up Tri-Counties First Choice Health Clinics with RaeAnn Tucker
RaeAnn Tucker with the Henry and Stark Health Departments joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to talk about the open house at the First Choice Health Clinic in Toulon on August 2nd. You can visit the Toulon First Choice Health Clinic on Friday, July 26th, to meet the team and get health information during Old Settlers Days. You can get to know the team at the Toulon clinic and feel safer using the facility for your medical needs. The First Choice Health Clinics in Kewanee, Colona, and Toulon are taking appointments for school physicals and vaccinations. You can get certified copies of your birth certificate dating back to 1971 for $13 for the first copy and $6 for additional copies, at the Kewanee location.
Educators explore ancient Olympia at Monmouth College
As the world prepares for the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, a group of educators from across the world has been exploring the origins of the games on the Monmouth College campus. Monmouth College hosted the two-week summer institute, “The Ancient Olympics and Daily Life in Ancient Olympia: A Hands-On...
Crime Stoppers: Moline police looking for accused Marshall’s shoplifter
MOLINE (KWQC) - Police are searching for a woman they say stole a handbag, a rug and two pillows from a Marshall’s. Security footage from a Moline Marshall’s shows a woman leaving the store on the Fourth of July. Moline police said she left without paying for merchandise worth about $356. Items included a tan handbag, a rug, two decorative pillows and other items from the men’s department.
The cost of credit: Peoria restaurants pass swipe fees on to customers as costs rise
Carol Hopkins knows the last few years have been difficult for small, local restaurants. As businesses struggle with staffing and rising operational costs, the Woodford County resident said she is “glad they’re able to stay open.” ...
Pekin expands 'economic growth' with $14 million land purchase
The Pekin City Council recently weighed the merits of an investment in future growth against the need to fund current projects. The scales tipped in favor of investing in future growth when the council voted 4-3 on July 22 to authorize the $14 million purchase of the 1,000-acre Lutticken Farm property, to be...
After a flourishing 40 years, Growing Grounds in Bloomington seeks a new owner
Just as every plant has a season in which it grows, so, too, do people. And for Dale Naffziger, the season of growth — of building a business from the ground up and running it — is coming to a close. After 40 years in business this year,...
Starved Rock Country Community Foundation Backs New Montessori School in Ottawa
Three-to-six-year-old kids in Ottawa are a step closer to getting a jump start on their futures. The Starved Rock Country Community Foundation has announced its plan to sponsor the Trinity Rose Montessori School of Ottawa. The school is scheduled to open in the fall of 2025. It will be led by Suzannah Walter, a veteran teacher of the Montessori approach.
Liquor license fight and past restaurants: The latest Peoria food news
Good morning, foodie friends, We have plenty of Peoria-area food news to digest this week. We’ll dig into why the Peoria City Council rejected a debated liquor license. I’ll share the scoop on a smoothie shop which is coming soon, and we’ll look back at old Peoria favorites which have closed. And more restaurant...
Former Bears player visits local hospital to talk about lung cancer
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — A Carle Health Methodist Hospital in Peoria had a special guest Wednesday afternoon. Former NFL Bears player Chris Draft visited to acknowledge the work the hospital has done to raise awareness for lung cancer. In 2011, Draft and his wife, Keasha, started the Team Draft...
Fast-Growing National Burger Chain Coming to Eastern Iowa
One of the fastest-growing burger restaurant chains in the nation will be coming to Eastern Iowa!. KCRG reports that Atlanta-based cheeseburger chain Smalls Sliders is planning multiple locations in Eastern Iowa, prioritizing the cities of Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, Davenport, Dubuque, Waterloo, and Burlington. While the company won't say which city will get the first Iowa location, you can expect the first Iowa location of Smalls Sliders to open in 2025.
Officials: Davenport River Drive fully reopen after summer flooding
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - After late summer flooding, River Drive in Davenport has fully reopened, just in time for the Quad-City Times Bix 7 race weekend. “Great news, River Drive has fully re-opened,” Davenport Public Works posted to Facebook Thursday. “As we recover from flooding and head into Bix weekend, many have also been asking about the status of the traffic circle at the foot of the Government Bridge.”
Iowa Basketball Among Final Five for 2025 4-Star PF Brady Koehler
The Iowa Hawkeyes are among the final five schools in consideration for four-star power forward Brady Koehler, who highlighted the importance of building relationships with coaches in his selection process. Koehler is ranked as a four-star recruit by 247Sports, ESPN, and Rivals. He is listed as the nation's No. 65...
Sonya Massey Was the Descendant of William Donnegan, Who Suffered a Similar Fate in 1908
Content Warning: This article mentions police brutality, lynching, and racism. In July 2024, police body cam footage awakened the masses to the fatal shooting of Sonya Massey. The video came several weeks after Massey died of injuries sustained from allegedly being shot three times in the head by former Sangamon County, IL. Deputy Sheriff Sean Grayson. Grayson and his partner responded to a 911 call Massey made after believing an intruder was in her home. Massey, a 36-year-old mother of two, was originally from San Diego, Calif., but lived in Springfield, IL. at the time of her death. Nearly a...
Cover Crop Fact Sheets Available for Iowa Farmers
AMES, Iowa – Iowa State University Extension and Outreach and the United States Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service are collaborating on a series of cover crop fact sheets for Iowa farmers interested in adopting the practice or trying new cover crops to achieve specific goals in their operation.
July 25 Muscatine’s Almost Friday Fest canceled
UPDATE: The City of Muscatine will keep Riverside Park closed to the public through the weekend so that cleanup efforts can continue. The city anticipates reopening the riverfront area on Monday, weather permitting, a news release says. EARLIER: According to a news release from the City of Muscatine, the Almost Friday Fest scheduled for Thursday, […]
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