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Donate old computers, laptops or phones at Knox County digital device collection

Give your old computers, phones, laptops or tablets a new purpose by donating them during the Knox County Extension Office’s Digital Device Collection from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 16-20 at the Knox County Extension Office, 180 S. Soangetaha Road, Suite 108, Galesburg, a news release says. Through a partnership with the Illinois Tech Reuse Network, […]

Galesburg, IL · 19h

galesburgcommunitynews.org

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 · 1d

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KCRG.com

‘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 · 3d

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KWQC

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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QuadCities.com

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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 · 3d

Local 4 WHBF

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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

KWQC

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 · 2d

Local 4 WHBF

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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 · 3d

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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

KWQC

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 · 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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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

galesburgcommunitynews.org

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 · 2d

KWQC

‘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 · 3d

KWQC

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

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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 · 2d

kewaneevoice.com

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

quadcitiesbusiness.com

Astro America unveils expansion plans in Milan

The Applied Science and Technology Research Organization of America (ASTRO America) welcomed U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-Illinois) and U.S. Rep. Eric Sorensen (D-Moline) to its Advanced Manufacturing Open House to celebrate the Quad Cities’ growing role as a hub for aerospace and defense manufacturing. As part of the Thursday,...

Milan, IL · 4d