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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 · 3d
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Wake Up Tri-Counties RaeAnn Talks Nurse Practitioner Week, Birth Control, DOT Physicals, A1C Test Special, Vaccines, and Insurance Navigators

RaeAnn Tucker joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to talk about National Nurse Practitioner Week, Thanks, Birth Control Day, free Medicare Annual Wellness Visit, DOT Physical Exams, A1C Test Special, Vaccines, and Insurance Navigators. RaeAnn Tucker of the Henry and Stark County Health Departments and First Choice Healthcare Clinics joined Wake Up Tri-Counties for the weekly public health update, discussing several November health observances, available clinic services, special pricing on health screenings, vaccination opportunities, and assistance with health insurance enrollment.

Stark County, IL · 1d
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Kewanee City Council Meeting Agenda for November 9, 2026

The Kewanee City Council will meet on Monday, November 9, 2026. The meeting will be streamed live on our WKEI “Regional Media News Facebook” page. The agenda and notes from the packet are below. You can find the background information on the agenda items in the “Kewanee City Council packet.”

Kewanee, IL · 1d
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‘Mr. Thanksgiving’ to return for 55th annual community Thanksgiving dinner

‘Mr. Thanksgiving‘ Bob Vogelbaugh will return for the community Thanksgiving dinner. Since 1971, Vogelbaugh has hosted the beloved annual tradition, welcoming the public for a Thanksgiving meal to help ensure no one spends the holiday alone. “It truly warms my heart to see our community coming together like this,” Vogelbaugh said. “Knowing that we will […]

Moline, IL · 2d

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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 · 3d

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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 · 4d

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Silvis Roundhouse Project reaches major construction milestone

SILVIS, Ill. (KWQC) - Crews in Silvis have began pouring concrete in the city’s project to restore a historic railroad landmark. Last year, the Railroading Heritage of Midwest America announced plans to reconstruct and install the 135-foot Cicero Turntable from the BNSF Railway in Silvis. The outer ring of...

Silvis, IL · 4d

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New 5th Avenue Flea Market Opening This Week In Moline

5th Avenue Flea Market is having its grand opening this Thursday at 1405 5th Avenue in Moline!. Be the first to see the QC’s newest place to thrift, with two floors and over 50 vendor booths. Join us from 3:00-8:00 on Thursday, November 5th!. Get more information here. Sean...

Moline, IL · 4d

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Marcus Herbert wins Rock Island County Sheriff’s race

Democrat Marcus Herbert won election Tuesday as Rock Island County Sheriff, defeating Republican Jamie Shoemaker. Herbert garnered 61.27% of votes at 29,078. Herbert served as a correctional officer from 2005 to 2010 with the Rock Island County Sheriff’s Office. He commands the Quad City Bomb Squad and currently serves as a sergeant with the office.

Rock Island County, IL · 4d

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Freight House Farmers Market hosts annual Fall Harvest Fest this weekend in Davenport

DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - The Freight House in Davenport is hosting its annual Fall Harvest Fest this weekend. In addition to local produce and baked goods at the farmers market, the event will have a hay bale maze, a petting zoo and live music. The Fall Harvest Fest is 10...

Davenport, IA · 3d

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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 · 3d

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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 · 4d

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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 · 4d

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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 · 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 · 3d

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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 · 5d

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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 · 3d

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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 · 4d

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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 · 4d

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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 · 5d