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State Treasurer to return a record $301 million to Illinois residents
Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs joins Wendy Snyder (filling-in for Lisa Dent) to discuss the upcoming and record breaking return of $301 million to the residents of Illinois through the state’s unclaimed property program. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow @LaurenLapka
Granville Man Dead in ATV Type Vehicle Accident in Hennepin
On August 10, 2024, the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office responded to a 911 call for an individual injured in an ATV-type vehicle accident on Hazel Marie Boyle Drive in Hennepin. Emergency crews arrived on the scene and located Skyler A. Williams, 21, of Granville, with severe head trauma. Williams was transported to OSF St. Francis in Peoria by LifeFlight. Skyler Williams was pronounced deceased at OSF St. Francis on August 11, 2024. The accident remains under investigation by the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office.
Nomination window opens for 2024 Excelsior, Excalibur awards
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — The awards recognizing excellence in community service are once again open for public nominations. Beginning today, community members can nominate people and local organizations for the Excalibur, Excelsior and Community Champion Awards. The Excalibur award will go to one person who has greatly impacted the Stateline through community service, while the […]
Here's where you can see the 'Big Boy Locomotive' in our area
STERLING, Ill. — Get ready! Big Boy is coming to town!. Union Pacific Railroad has released the full tour stop schedule for its record-breaking steam-powered locomotive this summer and fall. The Heartland of America Tour will feature Big Boy No. 4014 locomotive. This is the largest steam-powered train in...
Rock Falls hosting 7th annual Art in the Park Outdoor Art Gallery & Sculpture Walk
ROCK FALLS, Ill. — Enjoy a day full of beautiful art, live music and good food at an upcoming event in Rock Falls. The seventh annual Art in the Park Outdoor Art Gallery and Sculpture Walk will take place on Saturday, Aug. 24 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the RB&W District Park, located at 201 E. 2nd St. in Rock Falls.
Jehovah’s Witnesses convention will draw thousands to downtown Rockford over 2 weekends
ROCKFORD — Thousands of Jehovah’s Witnesses are filling downtown today for the start of a three-day convention focused on good news and spiritual education. This is the first of two weekends the “Declare the Good News” convention will take over the BMO Center. The same program is presented in Spanish over three days next weekend as well.
No Evacuation Needed After Smoke Fills Spring Valley Nursing Home's Laundry Room
A fire scare Friday morning at a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center in Spring Valley. At about 7:10, Spring Valley, Ladd and Peru Fire Departments were called to Aperion Care on the north end of Spring Valley after the building's fire alarms were set off. Spring Valley Fire Chief Todd Bogatitus says the issue was a faulty air conditioner in the laundry room that was producing heavy smoke. The smoke was confined to the laundry room.
Winning lottery ticket sold in Loves Park in 2023 remains unclaimed
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) – The Illinois Lottery says the person who purchased a winning Powerball ticket worth $100,000 in Loves Park last September has still not claimed their prize. The winning Powerball ticket was purchased Road Ranger, 7500 E. Riverside Blvd. “The Illinois Lottery is keen to unite the winner and their winnings, and is […]
Peru Police Arrest and Citation Report 8/15/2024
On 08/12/2024, Singh was charged with retail theft after officers were dispatched to Walmart. Charges Failure to give aid/info unattended vehilce/proper. After a hit and run investigation, the above was arrested for failing to notify damage after striking an unattended vehicle. She was cited and released with a mandatory LaSalle County court date.
Grants to help Rockford-area restaurants handle high unemployment costs open for second round of funding
ROCKFORD — Local restaurants hurt by spikes in unemployment costs because of shutdowns during the pandemic can now apply for a second round of funding intended to help them handle the hit on their bottom line. The Rockford Area Convention & Visitors Bureau distributed 33 grants totaling $469,500 in...
Police Arrest Ottawa Man for Allegedly Violating Orders for No Stalking, No Contact
An Ottawa man has been arrested by police. Fifty-four-year-old Michael Barkau was picked up by Ottawa police on Tuesday for violating an order of no stalking and no contact. Barkau is locked up in the La Salle County Jail. Streator police picked up 26-year-old Nicholas Huber of Streator on a...
Washington Elementary School in Sterling has water main burst
STERLING, Ill. (KWQC) - Bad news for those picking up their children at Washington Elementary School. A leak turned into a burst before a repair could be completed, city officials said. Avenue 1 is closed between 15th and 16th Streets until the repair can be completed. “This is an Illinois...
Fall Enrollment Up At IVCC
The hallways are bustling once again at Illinois Valley Community College. Thursday was the start of fall semester. According to IVCC, an estimated 2,600 students have enrolled in fall classes, continuing a trend of rising enrollment. According to the Illinois Community College Board, IVCC's enrollment last spring was just under...
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