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‘This is scandalous:’ Auditor asked to examine $10.7 million owed to taxpayers
An advocate for seniors is calling on the state auditor’s office to investigate the state’s failure to collect $10.7 million in fees owed by corporate nursing home owners. The auditor’s office says it has reported a state agency’s failure to collect the fees but has no enforcement authority. The Iowa Capital Dispatch reported last week […]
Well-preserved mastodon excavated from Iowa creek bank
WAYNE COUNTY, Iowa – The Office of the State Archaeologist has recently wrapped up excavating what it says is the first-ever well-preserved mastodon found in Iowa. The discovery of the mastodon was brought to the attention of the OSA in 2022. This month, they spent 12 days excavating the mastodon from an eroding creek bank […]
High School Football Preview: Sterling
STERLING, Ill. (KWQC) - The sterling golden warriors are the definition of consistency. For 20 of the last 21 full football seasons, Sterling has made it to the postseason. The last 10 of those playoff teams were led by head coach Jon Schlemmer. Schlemmer is tied for the most program wins in history and is just four games away from winning his 100th contest.
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.
Dennis Quaid to visit Dixon for ‘Reagan’ film premiere event
DIXON, Ill. (WIFR) - Actor Dennis Quaid is set to attend a red-carpet premiere event for the new movie ‘Reagan’ at the Dixon Historic Theater. Quaid stars as the 40th U.S. president in a new film based on Ronald Reagan’s life. The event begins at 6 p.m....
Popular Rockford sandwich shop to reopen after several years
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — The Sandwich Factory is set to make its triumphant return to Rockford in the form of a food truck. The family’s next generation is ready to unveil the new location after a brief time away. “Everybody always talked about how good it was, and it’s just one of those divey local […]
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.
Motorcycle Repair Shop Business Could Be Coming To Coal City
The Coal City Planning and Zoning Board recently heard about two presentations. Village Administrator Matt Fritz said the first presentation was by Adam Katavich, who is requesting a conditional use to allow a motor vehicle repair business within a C-5 District. Your browser does not support the audio element. The...
Rockford Christian cancels football season
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Rockford Christian High School confirmed Thursday evening its 2024 varsity football season is canceled. The Royal Lions couldn’t put together a roster for the season due to low numbers. Schools meant to play the Royal Lions now have a gap in their schedule to fill.
Liberty Arts Festival celebrates its 10th annual event this Saturday
Aug. 15—An annual late summer event that shines a spotlight on Grundy County's rich arts scene is returning this weekend in Morris with several new features — and notable milestones. The 10th annual Liberty Arts Festival is slated for this Saturday, Aug. 17, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., along Liberty Street. Julie Wilkinson, business development director with the city of Morris, is one of multiple ...
Morris Cruise Night sets record with 1,013 entrants
Aug. 15—The stars aligned for Morris Cruise Night on Saturday as it set a record of 1,013 vehicle entrants with thousands more attending while raising $4,350 for The Fallen Outdoors. Morris Cruise Night founder Herb Wyeth said the perfect weather after two straight rainy cruise nights made for a busy night for him and the Morris Cruise Night committee. "It's awesome," Wyeth said. "We've been ...
DeWitt police respond to shots fired call Friday night
DEWITT, Iowa — Police in DeWitt responded to a shots fired call on Friday night, officials confirmed to News 8. Details are limited at this time but police said there is no threat to the public. It happened on 8th Avenue. Police said a press release will be sent...
Prosecutor: Man restrained, assaulted minor before setting Galesburg house on fire
A Galesburg man has been ordered to remain in jail on charges accusing him of trying to kill a minor by setting the child’s house on fire. A judge Friday afternoon allowed for the continued pretrial detention of Jason Fielder, 46, under the state’s Pretrial Fairness Act, citing a “real and present threat” to the community.
Bettendorf man dead in morning crash
A Bettendorf man is dead after an early morning, single vehicle accident in Bettendorf. Bettendorf police responded to the 700 block of 15th Street on Friday, August 16 at about 3:15 a.m. for a single vehicle accident. Investigators determined that the vehicle, a 2007 Kia Rio, was traveling south on 15th St. and lost control, […]
Inaugural Coach Rodney Blue Charitable Run on Sept. 14
The Carl Sandburg College Foundation will host the inaugural Coach Rodney Blue Charitable Run at 8 a.m. Sept. 14 on the Galesburg campus to honor the late Chargers cross country coach and support his legacy for future cross country student-athletes at Sandburg. Runners and walkers of all ages and skill...
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