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Fenton School Board approves independent review into accused teacher’s case
BENSENVILLE, Ill. — The Fenton School Board on Wednesday approved an independent review into the case of a teacher accused of a long-term sexual misconduct with a student. The board voted unanimously to move forward. The teacher was fired last month following paid leave. During emotional meetings, parents asked the school board to investigate. Bensenville’s […]
Coach Ferentz to speak at Clinton luncheon
The Duke Slater Memorial Statue & Scholarship Committee will host Kirk Ferentz for a luncheon Thursday, May 9, from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at Clinton High School, a news release says. Clinton culinary students will provide lunch. Around 12:45 p.m., Ferentz, the head football coach at the University of Iowa, will...
Atkinson water shut off for day
ATKINSON, Ill. (KWQC) - Some people in the village of Atkinson had their water shut off. City Officials said that people on the west side of State Street and the North side of Route 6 will not have service on Wednesday. It will go from 7:30 a.m. until 5 p.m.
US Army Corps of Engineers to host 2 events to gather public input on habitat rehabilitation projects on Mississippi River
ROCK ISLAND, Ill. (KWQC) - The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Rock Island District, in partnership with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, are planning two habitat rehabilitation and enhancement projects on the Mississippi River in Pools 12 and 13 and are looking for public input, according to a media release from officials. Opportunities for the public to learn more and provide feedback will be held on April 30 and May 1, in two locations to highlight the different projects.
Silvis woman faces more retail theft charges in Rock Island, Scott Counties
A Silvis woman accused of second degree theft in Scott County is facing more charges there, along with similar charges in Rock Island County. Linaya Bennett, 40, was arrested in Scott County on Friday, April 19 on charges of ongoing criminal conduct – unlawful activity, a class B felony. In the complaint filed with the […]
Accused Iowa HyVee Skip-Scanner Now Charged In Illinois
(Rock Island, IL) -- A woman facing theft charges for skip-scanning items at several Iowa HyVee stores has now been charged in Illinois. Forty year-old Linaya Bennett from Silvis, is accused of failing to scan multiple items at self-checkout at Hy-Vee stores. She faces nearly 40 counts of theft totaling...
Illinois could change how tipped workers are paid
Tipping has always been a heavily debated topic. Some don’t like it. Some believe it’s necessary. Concerned members of the food and beverage industry and local lawmakers gathered on April 22 to debate an Illinois bill that would potentially change tipping as we know it. The proposed bill is not only gaining steam, but also […]
Walk-In Wednesday Hiring Event Being Held At Quad-Cities Genesis
Genesis ‘Walk-In Wednesday’ hiring event is being held today from 3 to 6 p.m.!. Genesis Human Resources representatives will be located at the main. entrances of Genesis Medical Center—Davenport (1227 East Rusholme Street,. Davenport, Iowa) and Genesis Medical Center—Silvis (801 Illini Drive, Silvis, IL) to. meet...
Clinton peace center launches new film series
The Franciscan Peace Center in Clinton is launching a new virtual film and discussion series titled “Movies That Matter: Informing Your Vote.”. It aims to engage participants in critical conversations about pressing social issues ahead of the upcoming election cycle, according to a Tuesday release. Beginning in May, the...
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