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District 229’s first female superintendent seeks to inspire
Even though new Kewanee School Supterintendent Rebecca Baney grew up in Hanover, Ind., and graduated from Indiana State University, she and her family have called Kewanee home for the last 24 years. Baney has spent her entire educational career within the Kewanee school district, teaching ninth and tenth grade English,...
Ameren official from Kewanee helps develop system for detecting gas leaks
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. — A Kewanee man is one of three Ameren Corporation employees who have received an award for research and innovation from the American Gas Association (AGA) for coming up with a way to proactively identify gas leaks at customers’ homes. Ameren’s Jeff Berry of Kewanee, Scott...
Monmouth voters to decide if clerk becomes appointed position
The Monmouth City Council voted to put a referendum on the November ballot to decide if the city clerk position should change from an elected to an appointed position. The part-time position is currently held by Susan Trevor, who has been in office since 2001. She plans to retire from public service in May 2025.
IL Fire Chief: Proposed OSHA Standards Could Negatively Impact VFDs
Moline Dispatch and Rock Island Argus, Ill. Jul. 2—Local volunteer fire departments are asking the public to comment on proposed OSHA updates, saying that the new rules will negatively impact their operations. On Tuesday, July 2, Colona Fire Chief John Swan held a press conference at the Colona Fire...
Kewanee police blotter for July 2
An animal was impounded in the 200 block of South Tremont Street. Police responded to a report of disorderly conduct, disturbing another’s peace in the 800 block of East Fourth Street. Police responded to a report of criminal trespass to a vehicle in the 600 block of East Sixth...
QCA martial artist in the fight of his life against cancer
A Quad-City martial artist is taking on the fight of his life: cancer. John Morrow, owner of Morrow’s Academy of Martial Arts in Moline, has had a long career of. fighting and giving. Morrow was recently diagnosed with stage four lung cancer, but it hasn’t stopped the 72-year-old from doing what he loves, instructing martial arts and fundraising for charity. Morrow has raised thousands over the years by performing great physical feats, and he’s planning to do even more fundraising despite his cancer diagnosis.
Wake Up Tri-Counties John Wirth Talks Francis Park July 4th Car, Truck, and Motorcycle Show
John Wirth talked about the Street Cruisers Car Club he started and the Francis Park Fourth of July car, truck, and motorcycle show that he helped bring back after over a decade-long hiatus. The car, truck, and motorcycle show is from 9 AM to 3 PM at Francis Park. Registration for the car show is from 9 AM to 11 AM, and voting takes place from 11 AM to noon. The entry fee for the car show is $10 prior to July 4th and $15 on the day of the car show. Call John Wirth at 309-525-2469, or email [email protected] for more information. The craft fair and flea market are also from 9 AM to 3 PM. Contact Brenda at 309-853-9419 to reserve a spot. The tractor parade starts at Kewanee Wal-Mart at 8 AM and ends at Francis Park. For more information on the tractor parade, call Brett at 309-525-4055 or Mark at 309-854-1539. All car show proceeds go to Honor Flight, KHS Life Skills, and Hog Capitol Wildlife Rescue and Rehab.
Stalled contract negotiations send Morton teachers, District 709 to federal mediation
MORTON, Ill. (WMBD) — For only the second time, the union that represents Morton School District 709 teachers will meet with a federal mediator in the hopes of reaching what they term is a “fair contract.”. That meeting with occur Monday afternoon and could go into the wee...
Peorians can join Elmo and friends at the Civic Center
PEORIA (25News Now) - Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Cookie Monster, and their beloved friends from Sesame Street are set to bring joy and excitement to audiences across the U.S. and Canada with a brand-new live show, “Sesame Street Live! Say Hello.”. The interactive production will make a special stop at...
One of Morton's best softball players, former player of the year, dies at age 46
No one preached positivity to her Morton softball teammates like Lori Greiner Grover. Her signature motto – "Remember your HAT" (hard work, attitude, team) – will be forever engrained into the minds of those who played with Greiner. And those lasting memories of Greiner live on following her death at age 46 on June 12 due to complications from leukemia, according to her obituary.
Totals of heavy rain received July 2
IOWA, USA — Tuesday evening was an active weather night as rain made its way across central Iowa. Flash flood warnings and even some tornado warnings went into effect as a result. High levels of rain fell, especially in Warren and Marion counties, which saw 4-5" in some spots....
Red Barn Golf Course reportedly suggests homeowners pay for its $187,000 driving range net
ROCKTON, Ill. (WIFR) - A yellow golf ball rests in grass a few meters from a Summit Condos home in Rockton. Ahead of it, an orange construction fence separates the backyard from the Red Barn Golf Course driving range. “It possibly could give someone a heart attack at an age...
Storms dumped up to 6 inches of rain in Iowa. See the rainfall totals from this week.
Nearly 2 inches of rain fell in Des Moines as much of Iowa saw heavy rain and severe thunderstorms on Monday and Tuesday. Some areas in southeast Iowa experienced sporadic wind gusts over 80 mph. Clinton County experienced half inch sized hail, according to the Iowa Environmental Mesonet. Here are...
Chocolates Sold in Iowa Part of Massive Recall
Chocolates sold in Iowa and eight other states are part of a massive recall due to a risk of Salmonella poisoning. Earlier this year, the U.S. Food and Drugs Administration initiated a recall on more than four million pounds of chocolate and confectionary products from Clasen Quality Chocolate in Madison, Wisconsin.
Keokuk County Sheriff’s Office searching for missing Keota teen
KEOTA, Iowa (KCRG) - The Keokuk County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help finding a missing 16-year-old. The sheriff’s office said Bridget Stone was last seen at her Keota address on Sunday evening. She is 5′6″ tall and about 125 pounds. She was last seen wearing black athletic...
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