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Scott County campgrounds to close for season

Beginning Nov. 9, all campgrounds at West Lake and Buffalo Shores will be closed for the season, according to a news release from Scott County Conservation. Additionally, Gate 1 Road at West Lake Park will close for Phase 2 of a road improvement project. During this phase of road construction, access to facilities within Gate […]

Scott County, IA · 2d

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Halpin reelected to IL Senate

Mike Halpin was re-elected as Illinois State Senator in the 36th district in Tuesday general election. With 60 percent of the vote totals last night, the Democratic Halpin defeated Brad Beekman. Halpin was first elected to the senate seat in 2022 after serving as a State Representative in the 72nd...

Illinois · 2d

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No recount for close state senate race: Scott County auditor

While the majority of votes have been counted and winners declared in races, some are still being decided. The race between Nikhil Wagle and Scott Webster for the Iowa State Senate seat for District 47 has yet to be called, with all precincts reporting and a mere 151 votes separating the two. Kerri Tompkins, Scott […]

Scott County, IA · 18h

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A tribute to a veteran among things to do in Galesburg

A Korean War veteran and former member of the Galesburg City Council will be honored Tuesday, Nov. 11 on Veterans Day. A tribute to Lomac Payton will be held in the Graham Health System S+T Center Atrium beginning at 6 p.m. Payton will be honored for his decades of service,...

Galesburg, IL · 16h

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Wings Academy celebrates grand opening with ribbon-cutting ceremony

KEWANEE, Ill. — Educators, community leaders, elected officials and supporters gathered Wednesday, Nov. 4, to celebrate the official opening of Wings Academy during a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the new school. Among those attending were Illinois State Rep. Travis Weaver, Kewanee Mayor Gary Moore, members of the Kewanee Veterans Council,...

Kewanee, IL · 1d

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A note from our publisher: Help sustain local news in Galesburg and Knox County

After our community lost the Register-Mail as we knew it, a small group of us began talking about ways to strengthen local news in Galesburg and Knox County and keep our community connected. Those conversations led to Galesburg Community News. We wanted GCN to offer another way for people to stay informed about the decisions, events and stories shaping life here. In our first year, readers showed us how much they value this work.

Galesburg, IL · 22h

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Democrats carry Galesburg; Republicans strong in county

Most Knox County office holders retained their seats Tuesday, but one incumbent County Board member lost to a challenger. Republican Robert Bondi, County Board District 2, was ousted by newcomer Democrat Michael J. Nache Jr. 1,820 to 1,505. Galesburg saw voter turnout of 51.18 percent with 8,764 ballots cast out...

Knox County, IL · 3d

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Festival of Trees set to celebrate ‘Winter Wonderland’ Nov. 21-29

DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) -Quad City Arts is gearing up for the 41st annual Festival of Trees, returning to the RiverCenter from Nov. 21-29. The 2026 beloved holiday extravaganza will feature the theme “Winter Wonderland” as it promises more magic, more memories, and more community spirit than ever before.

Davenport, IA · 1d

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Quad Cities news: Scott County flip, audit, holiday tree & First Alert

Scott County election flip, audit, holiday tree & First Alert Weather\Democrats sweep Scott County races, an official post-election audit begins, the Vibrant Arena holiday tree goes up, and Mr. Thanksgiving prepares for annual dinners. Plus, your latest First Alert Weather forecast. #QuadCities #ScottCounty #KWQC #FirstAlertWeather #Moline #ElectionAudit #MrThanksgiving.

Scott County, IA · 1d

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Galesburg Chamber’s 48th Thanksgiving Luncheon to Honor Thomas B. Herring Award Recipient

On Monday, November 23rd, the Galesburg Area Chamber of Commerce will host their 48th Annual Thanksgiving Luncheon at the Lake Storey Pavilion beginning at 11:30 am, where the Thomas B. Herring Award Recipient will also be honored, shares Executive Director Pam Gaither:. “Everybody loves a Thanksgiving feast, so we always...

Galesburg, IL · 2d

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‘Won’t sugarcoat it’: Scott Co. GOP says blue wave hit hard

DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - Scott County Republican leaders say they won’t sugarcoat it: Tuesday was a tough election night for the party locally, across Iowa, and nationwide. Even so, the party is celebrating several key victories and thanking the voters, candidates, and volunteers who turned out. Democrats flipped both...

Scott County, IA · 2d

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Clean audit, senior meals, property bids and railroad complaint topped Galva meeting

GALVA — The Galva City Council received a clean audit report, heard updates on a new senior meal-sharing initiative, discussed future development of city-owned properties and received reports on infrastructure projects, park improvements and other community initiatives during Monday’s meeting. The city’s finances are in good shape, according...

Galva, IL · 2d

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Great Dane crew helps remove Kewanee murals, temporarily

Two of Kewanee’s downtown murals are disappearing. But don’t worry. Their absence will only be temporary. The murals on the building at Third and Main streets that houses Coco’s coffee shop were taken down on Monday. One of them features the Black Knights Drum and Bugle Corps that once called Kewanee home, and the other honors legendary motorcycle racer and Kewanee native Roger Reiman.

Kewanee, IL · 4d

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Mississippi Drive closure remains in effect as engineers evaluate stabilization options

Mississippi Drive will remain closed while the City of Muscatine continues to evaluate hillside failure along the bluff and determine the safest option to reopen the roadway, according to a news release from the city. The city has engaged a geotechnical engineer through Stanley Consultants to assess conditions along the bluff and provide recommendations for […]

Muscatine, IA · 2d

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Despite national Democratic gains, Henry County stays red

Tuesday’s election was a major win for Democratic candidates across the nation. But in Henry County, the Republicans had a clean sweep in all the contested races. J.B. Pritzker was easily re-elected as Illinois’ governor. But Henry County voters went with his Republican opponent, Darren Bailey, who received 59% of the county’s votes.

Henry County, IL · 3d

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Project 350 to plant its 1,000th tree

Project 350 will plant its 1,000th tree in Galesburg at 4 p.m. today in Central Park on the Public Square. The tree will be a 10-foot Norway spruce. The planting is open to the public, and organizers invite attendees to bring a shovel or spade. Attendees may also want to bring an umbrella.

Galesburg, IL · 1d

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‘Won’t sugarcoat it’: Scott Co. GOP says blue wave hit hard

Scott County, IA · 2d

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Temporary winter emergency shelter planned for Moline, officials say

ROCK ISLAND, Ill. (KWQC) - Officials from five municipalities in the Illinois Quad Cities and Rock Island County are working to open a temporary winter emergency shelter in Moline. The shelter is expected to house at least 30 men and women and will be in the former Winnie’s Place building...

Moline, IL · 4d

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“Mr. Thanksgiving” returns for 56th-annual holiday meal at Mercado

For the third straight year, the 56th-annual free Thanksgiving dinner will be held at Mercado on Fifth, 423 12th St., Moline., Thursday, Nov. 26, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Emily Allen, president of the Friends of Mr. Thanksgiving group, which runs the event, spoke about the holiday tradition at a press conference Thursday morning, Nov. 5 at Mercado, with “Mr. Thanksgiving,” Bob Vogelbaugh of Moline.

Moline, IL · 1d

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Scarecrow Row returns to Geneseo — Photo gallery

GENESEO – Costumed children, creative scarecrows and plenty of Halloween treats filled Geneseo City Park on Saturday as families gathered for the annual Scarecrow Row celebration. Organized by the Geneseo Chamber of Commerce, the event featured themed scarecrow displays created by local businesses, organizations and community groups, giving visitors...

Geneseo, IL · 4d

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