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Getting to Know Michelle Solis Russell and Russell Group
Chief Meteorologist Andy McCray talks with familiar faces around the Quad Cities in the Getting to Know Podcast. Learn more about important people around our area and have a good time doing it. Each week will feature a new guest from restaurant owners, to area leaders, to Our Quad Cities News Staff. In this episode […]
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High prices impacting East Moline grocery store
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104-year-old retires from farming
ALEDO — After decades spent working in agriculture, stepping away from farming was not a decision Donnie Peterson could make overnight. “It wasn’t easy, but I realized it was time to let go,” said Peterson, who is retiring at 104. Born in 1921, Peterson grew up on...
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Happy Joe’s Acquired By QC Investors, Expect Some Menu Changes
Some switch-ups are coming to a beloved QC pizza chain. Happy Joe's, who a lot of us call in those moments we just must have pizza, is being acquired by a group of investors in the Quad Cities. As part of the new ownership, the investors are letting you know...
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Galesburg Area Chamber of Commerce Announces 2026 Evening of Excellence Award Winners
The Galesburg Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the recipients of its annual Evening of Excellence awards, which were presented at a ceremony on Thursday, September 24, 2026. The event, hosted at Hidden Hills Vineyard & Winery, celebrated outstanding achievements, leadership, and innovation within the local business community.
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Lowden farmer surprised with free groceries for a year
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Disturbing ‘95%’ apple loss this year is forcing orchard to shut down shop
A DISTURBING trend means that one orchard was forced to close down entirely. The orchard’s owner reported that 95% of crops failed this year. Big Apple Orchard, outside of Cedar Rapids in Mount Vernon, Iowa, is closed for the season. Owner Monte Marti said the orchard can’t open for...
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This Illinois Farm Has Apple Picking, A Pumpkin Patch And Goats Kids Love To Feed
Goats strolling across a bridge above your head is not something most people expect to see on a fall afternoon in Illinois. At one family farm in the middle of the state, it happens all season long, right next to rows of apple trees and a field full of pumpkins.
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Along the Rock: Meet the New Rock Falls Chamber Director! What’s Ahead for Local Businesses & the Community
On this episode of Along the Rock, host Kierstyn Long welcomes Camryn Johnson, the new director of the Rock Falls Chamber, and Marissa Razo, the Chamber’s program coordinator, to discuss the Chamber’s work in the community, upcoming events, and Johnson’s plans for the organization. Johnson’s connection to...
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Discover Agriculture and Skilled Trades Programs at Black Hawk College Fall Visit Day on October 30, 2026
Explore Agriculture Careers at Black Hawk College’s Fall Ag Visit Day on October 30th. Students interested in agriculture and skilled trades are invited to explore educational opportunities at Black Hawk College’s Fall Ag Visit Day on Friday, October 30th. The event will provide prospective students and their families with an opportunity to learn more about BHC programs in agriculture, automotive and agricultural mechanics, horse science, veterinary technology, welding, and other skilled trades.
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Editorial: More workers coming back, QC Forty Under 40, Royal Neighbors to the rescue
Even with persistently higher diesel and fertilizer prices, the belief that the agricultural equipment cycle has bottomed out continues to show promise. John Deere recently announced plans to bring back 375 employees who were laid off, restoring positions at two of its Quad Cities factories. The callbacks affect workers at Moline’s Seeding & Cylinder plant and East Moline’s Harvester Works, bringing the total number of employees either recalled or newly hired to more than 800 since January, according to a company news release issued Monday, Sept. 14.
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Galesburg Area Chamber of Commerce Announces 2026 Evening of Excellence Award Winners
GALESBURG, IL — September 25, 2026 — The Galesburg Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the recipients of its annual Evening of Excellence awards, which were presented at a ceremony on Thursday, September 24, 2026. The event, hosted at Hidden Hills Vineyard & Winery, celebrated outstanding achievements, leadership, and innovation within the local business community.
The Register-Mail
On the market: Three-bedroom condo in Galesburg is on Lake Rice
Address: 6 Ottaway Trail, Galesburg Property description: This three-bedroom, three-bathroom luxury condominium alongside Lake Rice at Soangetaha has water views and 3,613 square feet of living space. The annual association fee includes landscaping; grounds, structure, road and common area maintenance; trash; irrigation and lawn care. The main level includes a kitchen, adjoining wine room and wet bar connecting the kitchen and dining room, living and family rooms. There is an electric fireplace in the living room. The deck and patio overlook the lake. The primary suite is a private has an en suite with a walk-in shower, two walk-in closets and a new power shade. A second main level bedroom has a walk-in closet and access to a Jack & Jill bathroom with a new bathtub, tile surround and vanity. There is a main floor laundry area. The finished lower level includes additional living space, a third bedroom, a full bathroom with a new vanity, recreation and storage areas and a utility closet. Recent updates include carpet, paint, doors and light fixtures, washer and dryer, refrigerator and dishwasher. There is an attached, two-car garage, Asking price: $419,000 Listing agent: Marissa Meyer, Platinum Key Real Estate, 309-343-1186 About this series Each
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New Business Notification: Morts Sports Cards
Opening a new business in Prophetstown, Erie, Tampico, Deer Grove, Lyndon or Morrison? Around Ptown will publish one article at no charge. Please fill out the form at the link below to get started. We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your...
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Along the Rock: Lumberjacks, Skillet Throwing & Fall Fun! Selmi’s Family Farm Has It All
On this episode of Along the Rock, host Nathan Stahr welcomes Melinda Jones from Rock Falls Tourism and Ranae Smith from Selmi’s Greenhouse and Family Farm to talk about the return of the annual Lumberjack Show and the many fall activities happening at Selmi’s. The Lumberjack Show returns...