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The devices that let you text without internet, cell service or satellite
ROCK ISLAND, Ill. — It starts with a few boxes of wires, batteries and plastic cases. With a few minutes of fiddling, two dozen Augustana students are connected to a unique network. It's part of a workshop on Meshtastic, a type of radio device that lets people connect to...
Moline becomes 'gigabit city' with Metronet fiber optic network
MOLINE, Ill. — The City of Moline and Metronet have completed the construction of its 100% fiber optic network, making Moline a "gigabit city." In a Tuesday, Oct. 8 news release, officials announced the completion of the project. According to a news release, Metronet invested more than $19 million in the project, during which time 125 miles of fiber lines were installed underground and 60 miles of fiber were added to city utility poles. The project launched in December of 2022, with construction beginning in February of 2023.
Late Goal Sends Blueboys Past Knox
GALESBURG, Ill. – Jacob Pelletier scored with just over two minutes to play and sent the Illinois College men's soccer team to a 1-0 Midwest Conference win over Knox on Wednesday afternoon at Jorge Prats Field. The victory moved IC to 8-3-1 overall and 2-0-0 in conference play. Knox...
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