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Iowa author gives talk in Sheldon
SHELDON—Iowa is so much more than just a flyover state. That’s the philosophy Iowa native and full-time travel writer Sara Broers goes by when writing. Broers is the author of “100 Things to Do in Iowa Before You Die” and “Perfect Day Iowa,” as well as co-founder of the Midwest Travel Network and co-author of “Midwest Road Trip Adventures” and “Midwest State Park Adventures.”
Potential Harris VP Pick Hits JD Vance With Blistering Trump Title
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker (D) used an iconic “Austin Powers” character to explain why former President Donald Trump selected Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio) as his running mate earlier this month. “He’s the Donald Trump Mini-Me,” Pritzker told CNN’s Jake Tapper on Wednesday. Pritzker — who...
Free colon cancer test kits available at drive-thru event
JACKSONVILLE, Ill. (WICS) — Free colorectal at-home screening tests will be distributed at a drive-thru event at Jacksonville Memorial Hospital. The kits will be distributed from 8 a.m. to noon on Thursday, Aug. 8, in the circle drive at the nonprofit hospital’s main entrance at 1600 W. Walnut St.
Virginia Women’s Swim & Dive Program: Dominating with 4 Consecutive NCAA Titles
The Virginia women’s swim and dive program has showcased dominance with four consecutive NCAA titles, marking their 34th championship overall. The team's success extends internationally, with 25% of the USA women's Olympic Swim Team comprising Virginia athletes. Virginia women’s swim and dive won their fourth consecutive NCAA Championship in...
DAILY MUDDY: ETHAN’S RODEO AND ADAMS/BROWN OLD SETTLERS
Alicia and Dave Weiman come back across the river to get us ready for this year’s Ethan’s Rodeo, coming up next month in Palmyra. And Abigail Hildebrand tells us about this year’s Adams/Brown Old Settlers Festival.
Quincy police seize multiple weapons in separate Quincy traffic stops
Quincy, Ill. (KHQA) — Quincy police officers seized multiple weapons in two separate traffic stops on July 24. On July 24, at approximately 3:37 p.m., officers with the Quincy Police Department - Special Investigations Unit, conducted a traffic stop in the 300 block of Oak Street in Quincy. The...
Dubuque Business Leads the Way for Solar Energy Across Iowa, Illinois, & Wisconsin
Eagle Point Solar, a leading solar energy provider based in Dubuque, is making waves across the Tri-States. Recognized on the 2024 Top Solar Contractors List by Solar Power World, the company ranks 162nd nationally and 184th in the Solar + Storage Installers category. This recognition highlights Eagle Point Solar's role in bringing clean energy solutions to homes and businesses in the region.
Iowa State Fair launches first ever farmers market this year
DES MOINES, Iowa — The Iowa State Fair may be known for its fried food, but some fresher options are coming this year with their new All-Iowa Fair View Farmers Market. A spokesperson for the Iowa State Fair said it is starting small for the first year, with five vendors in total. Each vendor gets […]
Leatherneck Women’s Basketball Second in Nation in Team GPA During 2023-24 Season
The Western Illinois University women’s basketball team competed well on and off the court during the 2023-24 academic year. Their efforts in the classroom have earned national attention after making the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA) 2023-24 Academic Top 25 Team Honor Roll. The Leathernecks posted a team...
Big Changes Coming to 23 Illinois Costco Stores in September
The more things change, the more they stay the same. That's actually not true for 23 Costco store locations in Illinois that will be changing in September and I predict many will be unhappy with what's coming. Let me be clear that I'm not business expert and I have no...
Photos Show a Bear is Now Touring Southern Illinois Golf Courses
If you're planning to golf in Illinois soon especially in the southern part of the state, you might want to know that a predator might be watching. Many photos show there's a bear currently touring southern Illinois golf courses. I saw CBS in Chicago share this interesting story about a...
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