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Judge orders demolition of South Beloit's Garden Hotel; owners fined $8.8 million
Winnebago County Circuit Court Judge Ronald Barch has ordered the demolition of the long-neglected Garden Hotel and Conference Center and imposed a staggering $8.8 million fine on its owners, New Chapter Group, Inc. The ruling follows a protracted legal battle over persistent code violations at the property located at 200 Dearborn Avenue, which had remained a blight on South Beloit for over 1,600 days.
Explore More Illinois Welcomes Back Chicago Red Stars
Explore More Illinois, RAILS’ online cultural and recreational pass program for Illinois libraries, welcomes back for the 2024 season, the Chicago Red Stars in Bridgeview!. Established in 2007, the Red Stars were a founding member of the former Women’s Professional Soccer and would later become one of the original eight teams to form the National Women’s Soccer League in 2013. The Red Stars have made the playoffs in six consecutive years from 2015-2020, clinching the team’s first appearance in the NWSL Championship in the 2019 season as well as appearing in the NWSL’s Challenge Cup Final in 2020.
NextEra considers restarting Iowa nuclear plant amid rising demand for carbon-free energy
NextEra is looking at restarting the Duane Arnold Energy Center in Iowa, CEO John Ketchum said. The Duane Arnold plant ceased operations in 2020 after 45 years of service. Demand for nuclear power is growing as the tech sector and utilities scramble for carbon-free energy. NextEra Energy is considering restarting...
Shelter gives hope: King’s Harvest, Davenport, rescues starving dog
A starved dog in critical condition Tuesday has begun to walk and wag his tail thanks to the care at King’s Harvest Pet Rescue, Davenport. On Tuesday, someone brought the dog, wrapped in a sheet, in to the shelter, where staff discovered the dog was severely malnourished, had injuries on his back – likely from being kept in a crate a long time, staff told Our Quad Cities News – and could barely walk or lift his head.
‘All they want is accessible clean water’: Customers express concerns over IL American Water rate hike at final forum
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Illinois American Water is pushing for a $152 million dollar rate hike. Tuesday night, dozens of people gathered at a public forum in Champaign to voice their concerns. Customers would see their monthly water bills rise a little more than $29 dollars starting next year. For some people who showed up […]
Iowa wildflower Wednesday: Prairie blazing star
Diane Porter of Fairfield first published this post on My Gaia, an email newsletter “about getting to know nature” and “giving her a helping hand in our own backyards.” Diane also maintains the Birdwatching Dot Com website and bird blog. Mid-summer, yellow flowers start dominating the...
Free backpacks to be given away at select QCA Verizon stores
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) -Free backpacks will soon be handed out at six local Verizon stores for the back-to-school season. On Sunday, July 28 at 1 p.m., Verizon retailer Round Room will hold their twelfth annual “Schools Rock Backpack Giveaway” at participating Verizon stores across the country. It is...
Man from Davenport, IA arrested after 3 vehicle accident in Boscobel
On Sunday around 9:00 pm, Grant County Dispatch received a 911 call of a three-vehicle crash south of the City of Boscobel. The Grant County Sheriff’s Office responded and identified 55-year-old Frank Klee of Davenport, IA as the driver of vehicle that had lost control and struck a guardrail. Frank’s vehicle came to rest in the lane of traffic, causing blockage. Two other vehicles collided attempting to avoid the blockage causing disabling damage to both vehicles. The drivers of those vehicles were 38-year-old Jordan Powers of Lancaster and a 31-year-old Grace Ideker, of Onalaska, WI. Only minor injuries were reported by the parties involved. Grant County Deputies investigated and arrested Klee for Operating while Intoxicated – 1st Offense. The passenger in Klee’s vehicle, 29-year-old Hailey Perez of Davenport, IA, was cited for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Boscobel Police Department, Boscobel Fire Department, Boscobel EMS, and Terry’s Tire and Tow assisted at the scene.
These are the highest-paid state employees in Missouri and Illinois
Taxpayer dollars help Missouri and Illinois employ thousands of state workers each year. Some of these workers, usually ones in high-profile capacities or leadership roles, make hundreds of thousands of dollars annually.
Big Discount Retailer Closes 3 Of Their 29 Illinois Stores
According to an SEC filing from last month, Big Lots, which was founded here in the Midwest (Columbus, Ohio) 50 years ago, said that they expect to close between 35 and 40 stores across the nation this year. They also said that they plan to open 3 new ones, but...
Wednesday Trash Collection Delayed for Equipment Issues
Trash collection for Wednesday, July 24th, is delayed due to equipment issues. The City of Kewsnee said they will attorney to collect all trash today, but to leave your trash at the curb if it isn’t picked up today. They will collect any remaining trash on Thursday, July 25th.
Missing 77-year-old from upstate New York dies after being found in Peoria County
A 77-year-old man from upstate New York who was reported missing died Tuesday afternoon in Peoria County after law enforcement received a tip about his whereabouts. John F. Dubaic died shortly after 5 p.m. after search and rescue teams found him near the Spoon River off Cedar Bluff Road in north Peoria County...
The Week Ahead: July 25-31, 2024
Here’s a roundup of local and regional events for the upcoming week:. Community Drive-Up Meal for Morrison Fire Department – 5-6:30 p.m. Thursday, July 25 at First Presbyterian Church of Morrison. Village of Lyndon Special Meeting – 5:30 p.m. Thursday, July 25 at Village Hall. Prophetstown Fire...
Bakersville is happening, but lack of volunteers almost forced its cancellation
Over the weekend, organizers for Bakersville, the annual haunted hayrack ride through Baker Park, posted a scary truth to their social media followers: if people don’t volunteer, Bakersville 2024 will have to be canceled. The ominous warning had the desired effect, said committee member Beth Kelley, and on Sunday,...
Debunking Medical Myths | Ask the Doc | Good Day Central Illinois
PEORIA, Ill. (WYZZ) — Do you have to wait thirty minutes after eating before you can jump back in the pool? What about that old tale about gum? Will the stuff really stay in your stomach for seven years if you swallow it?. Check out Ask the Doc for...
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