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Earlville man honored as one of Illinois Department of Natural Resources 2024 volunteers of the year
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) announced its 2024 Outstanding Volunteers of the Year on Thursday. 11 individuals and organizations across the state were honored for their volunteer efforts on behalf of the IDNR, including Kerry Novak of Earlville. The IDNR says Novak has volunteered at Starved Rock Sate...
Rock Island Grand Prix course change gives access to businesses during construction
The Rock Island Grand Prix will see its first course change ever this year to avoid local construction meant to revitalize the downtown. It will provide unique challenges to long-time racers. “The interesting thing will be we’ve raced the same track for 28 years and now no one will have...
The Stone Cold Cowboys Perform Friday Night at Kewanee Hog Days
Erich Thompson from The Stone Cold Cowboys joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to talk about their live show on night one of Kewanee Hog Days. Friday, August 30th, at 7 PM, The Stone Cold Cowboys light up the stage with country music! The Stone Cold Cowboys kick off a busy Labor Day weekend at Kewanee Hog Days. They played in the Kewanee area in the mid-to-late 2000s and are “looking forward to returning.”
Walls Await Roof on New Tractor Supply Company
New construction in Morrison, IL, is always a fine thing to watch. One such site is on the north side of U. S. Route 30, west of Farmers National Bank. Local subcontractors are on the job. On Wednesday, August 28, 2024, there were four walls standing at the future Tractor...
Electric rates to rise due to inflated price at capacity auction
(The Center Square) – ComEd customers can expect another round of energy cost inflation next summer. The Citizens Utility Board (CUB) said a record price spike at an electricity capacity auction means the supply price for Commonwealth Edison will likely increase significantly in June 2025. CUB Communications Director Jim...
Rare vintage motorcycles and other items from the vast collection of Dave Ohrt will be auctioned Sept. 7, online and live in Ottawa, Illinois
OTTAWA, Ill. – Items from the extraordinary lifetime collection of Dave Ohrt – a well-known figure in the world of antiques and vintage collectibles who’s been heavily featured in the popular TV series American Pickers – will come up for bid in a live and online auction slated for Saturday, September 7th, by Matthew Bullock Auctioneers, LLC, starting at 9 am Central time.
John Deere: Separating fact from fiction
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - When a big story happens, people talk. Journalism is here to help keep the facts from fiction. The TV6 Investigates team looks to fact-check some of the questions and claims made about John Deere since layoffs were announced. John Deere: How did we get here, what...
1 on 1 with Moline & Hawkeyes great Acie Earl
First-round NBA draft pick Acie Earl, a former Moline Maroon and Iowa Hawkeye, is back in the Quad Cities to autograph his books for fans. He’ll be at The Brewed Book in Davenport with Authoress Isis at 11 a.m. on Saturday, but was kind enough to sit down with Hawkeye Headquarters for a one-on-one interview this week while he was in the studio with Living Local.
New coaches and historic touchdowns: What we learned about Peoria-area football in Week 1
New coaches got wins, Peoria Notre Dame earned a tough loss, there were plenty of points from Morton — and Richwoods' girls flag football team made a splash. Here are some takeaways from Week 1 in Illinois high school football around the Peoria area: ...
Judge's ruling delayed on lawsuit against IHSA over Marian Central Catholic wrestler's eligibility
A McHenry County judge's ruling on a lawsuit against the Illinois High School Association has been delayed until next week.Marian Central Catholic Wrestler Jimmy Mastny and Coach Jordan Blanton were disqualified for a year by IHSA. The organization alleged Mastny was ineligible because he was living with a relative of Blanton's.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchA ruling on the lawsuit was expected Friday, but now the decision on whether Mastny was in violation of IHSA rules will happen next week.The two won temporary judgments allowing them to finish the season. Mastny, now a sophomore, won a state championship last year.It is not clear what would happen to his state title if he were found to be in violation of IHSA rules.RELATED: Marian Central Catholic HS wrestler, coach granted restraining order against IHSA disqualification
Chicago’s Black Neighborhoods Push Back Against Immigrant Influx (Video)
In recent months, there has been rising frustration among Black residents in Chicago, particularly in middle-class neighborhoods, regarding the influx of immigrants into their communities. These residents argue that the arrival of undocumented immigrants has led to an increase in crime rates and a general decline in the quality of life in these once stable neighborhoods. This situation has sparked debates and concerns about the government’s handling of the immigration crisis and its impact on local communities.
Hillmen Varsity Soccer tie Evansville 1-1
Last night our Hillmen boys traveled to Evansville and controlled the Blue Devils for most of the game. The Hillmen outshot Evansville 18 shots to 10 shots. Junior # 35 Hayden Hall scored our goal to tie up the match 1-1 from a rebound after a free kick. The Hillmen...
Microsoft buys more Mt. Pleasant tracts for data campus. Latest sites are north of Highway 11
Microsoft Corp. is again expanding its Racine County data center campus with another farmland purchase in Mount Pleasant. The software maker paid $5.73 million for 28.6 acres at 13231 Louis Sorenson Road. The seller was the Nancy Rothering Trust, according to a new deed posted online by the Wisconsin Department of Revenue. That transaction...
Freeport News: road improvements, healthy housing, and Winneshiek Players go back in time
Welcome to FREEPOD, a local news source for everyone in the Freeport area. This weekly podcast is brought to you by a large volunteer group dedicated to providing to objective, unbiased news that’s specific to our community. Freeport receives Safer Streets grant. At their meeting on August 19th, the...
Illinois solar project to be biggest in eastern half of U.S.
Illinois already creates in the neighborhood of 7000 megawatts of energy from wind power coming from the fields and fields of windmills in the central and western portions of the state, but a massive solar array being built thirty miles west of Springfield is estimated to produce 800 more megawatts.
Illinois Voted Most Hated State in America – It’s Chicago’s Fault
I want to be clear that I do not hate Illinois, so don't shoot the messenger. I'm just letting you know that the Land of Lincoln has just been named the most hated state in America and the blame is firmly on Chicago. When I saw this new top 10...
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