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A 6th marijuana dispensary opens in Bloomington-Normal
Bloomington-Normal now has six cannabis dispensaries. Ayr Wellness, the latest, on Bradford Lane in Normal next to Moe's Southwest Grill, opened Friday. “Our newest dispensary provides the adult-use consumers of Normal, Illinois with the high-quality products and service they deserve,” said David Goubert, President and CEO of Ayr. On...
Monmouth gas station to expand in order to serve more semi customers
A Monmouth gas station is now officially in the process of expanding. Work is being done to remove underground fuel storage tanks at the Beck’s location in Monmouth — just the start of what is expected to be five to six million dollars worth of work. Monmouth City...
Knox County property transfers for July 11-17, 2024. See a list of home and other sales
The Knox County Assessment Office submits the following Illinois real estate transfer declaration transactions recorded in Knox County the week of July 11-17, 2024. Only the primary name as listed on the submitted sales report is published. Additional owners’ names that would be on the full deed may not appear in this list.
Viola Boyz set demo derbies in East Moline, DeWitt
Viola Boyz Demo Promotors will kick off a weekend full of demolition derby action at two local County Fairs in East Moline and DeWitt. Grandstand opens at 5 p.m. and admission is: $15 for ages 13 and up, $10 for ages 6-12; and free for those 5 and younger. Kicking...
You can tour the B-29 Doc Superfortress in Milan
Visitors can tour the B-29 Doc, one of only two flying B-29 Superfortresses worldwide, Friday-Sunday hosted by Elliott Aviation at the Quad Cities International Airport, 6601 74th Ave., Milan. A lot of visitors notice the cockpit was the inspiration for the original “Star Wars” ship the Millennium Falcon, Steve Zimmerman,...
Food Truck Fight On The Menu At East Moline’s Rust Belt Tomorrow
Food Truck Fight is returning to the Quad Cities on Saturday, July 20 in a brand new location!. Join them for a day of food trucks, live music, kids activities, a fully stocked bar, and more at The Rust Belt in East Moline, IL!. Enjoy food from local and regional...
STEAM on Wheels looks to open home base location in the future
ROCK ISLAND, Ill (KWQC) - Sam McCullum is the man behind STEAM on Wheels, a volunteer-based non-profit where science, tech, engineering, and math meet with art to form a unique experience that enriches children and helps them learn concepts in a joyful environment. While in college, McCullum was a graduate...
Lincoln District's annual hydrant flushing begins July 22 to maintain water quality
LINCOLN, Ill. (WICS) — Beginning Monday, July 22, Illinois American Water’s Lincoln District will begin its annual hydrant flushing and maintenance program. During this period, fire hydrants will be evaluated for functionality, repaired when necessary, and flushed. The process of periodically flushing hydrants is essential in identifying fire...
Livingston Sheriff’s Office arrest Pontiac man on 72-gun charges
PONTIAC, Ill. (WMBD) — The Livingston County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man in early July after an ongoing investigation into a gang member in possession of firearms. According to the sheriff’s office, William “Bill” Krolik has been arrested on 36 counts each of felony possession of a firearm and for being a gang member in possession of a firearm.
Rockford Rescue Mission: 60 years of helping people get back on their feet
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — For six decades, the Rockford Rescue Mission has been making an impact on the Forest City. On Friday, they celebrated that milestone at their Thrift Store on 20th Street. Employees said the celebration was in honor of the people the Rescue Mission has helped along the way. A few years ago, […]
Chicago shooting: Postal worker shot to death in front of West Pullman home ID'd, officials say
A postal worker was shot to death while on the job in front of a South Side home on Friday, officials said.Chicago police said the shooting happened in the West Pullman neighborhood's 12100-block of South Harvard Avenue just before 11:40 a.m.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchNeighbors who did not want to appear camera told ABC7 they saw a car driving toward the victim's USPS truck before hearing at least 10 shots in broad daylight.Police said the offender, identified only as male, approached a 48-year-old woman, took out a gun and fired shots. She suffered multiple gunshot...
Kahoks’ Pitcher Ethan Bagwell Is Drafted By Atlanta Braves
COLLINSVILLE – Ethan Bagwell, who is considered to be one of the top pitching prospects in the St. Louis area, was selected in the sixth round by the Atlanta Braves in the Major League Baseball Draft, presented by Nike, on Monday in Arlington, Texas. Bagwell, a right-handed pitcher, is...
Pekin woman accused of pressing blanket against 10-month-old's face, killing child
A Pekin woman has been charged with first-degree murder for the death of a 10-month-old child in her care at a Pekin apartment in June. Makenna Rhodes, 21, was arrested Thursday, according to the Pekin Police Department, who concluded a three-week death investigation that included help from pediatric injury experts. The child,...
Washington Commanders Place Rookie DT Jer'Zhan Newton on NFI List: Details
Jer'Zhan Newton will start his first training camp for the Washington Commanders on the sidelines. The Washington Commanders are set to begin training camp next week, but they will be doing so without one of their top rookies. According to NFL insider Ian Rapoport, the Commanders are placing second-round rookie...
States force green transition in public transportation despite taxpayer burden
(The Center Square) – Despite a hefty taxpayer price tag, several states are requiring cities to transition their public transportation to emitting zero greenhouse gasses. Since 2022, seven states have passed laws to transition to zero-emission school buses. In Illinois, a law passed last year requiring all transit agencies to purchase zero-emission buses by 2026. Similar legislation was passed in California, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland and New York. ...
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