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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 · 2d
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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 · 2d
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WMBD/WYZZ

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Documentary by exonerated Peoria man earns honors in California

After spending 28 years in prison for a crime he maintains he did not commit, Roosevelt Myles received recognition for his documentary, Post Conviction, which earned third place at the San Quentin Film Festival.

Peoria, IL · 13h

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Ticket Winners for MOTIONLESS IN WHITE in Peoria!

The Laser congratulates our winners of concert tickets for Motionless In White in Peoria :. They were drawn at random from all who had signed-up at thelaseronline.com. They each won a pair of tickets for Motionless In White‘s The Sweat and Blood Tour at the Peoria Civic Center Arena on Sunday, November 8, 2026, with special guests Dayseeker along with The Devil Wears Prada and Dark Divine!

Peoria, IL · 1d
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Fall Colors Near Peak at Starved Rock and Matthiessen, New Photos Show

Fall colors are approaching peak at Starved Rock and Matthiessen state parks, according to a freshly published photo gallery documenting the scene across both Illinois Valley landmarks. The images capture vibrant fall colors, including foliage along Starved Rock's west entrance road. The gallery, published by Shaw Local, pairs Starved Rock...

North Utica, IL · 7d

WMBD/WYZZ

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Veterans Day Parade to close several Downtown Peoria streets

Several roads in downtown Peoria are scheduled to close next Wednesday, November 11, for the Veterans Day Parade.

Peoria, IL · 1d

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The 18th Annual Festival of Trees Returns to the Holiday Inn & Suites at Grand Prairie November 19th-21st!

95-5, G-L-O Fans, ready for an amazing Holiday Experience??. Experience the magic of the holiday season as the 18th Annual Festival of Trees returns to the Holiday Inn and Suites, at Grand Prairie in Peoria, November 19th-21st! Enjoy the Jingle & Mingle, Senior Day, and Brunch & Bubbly! And, Saturday is Family Day! There’s something for everyone to enjoy! Join us for the 18th Annual Festival of Trees at the Holiday Inn & Suites Grand Prairie!

Peoria, IL · 20h

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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 · 18h

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Big Picture Peoria Film Festival returns Nov. 20 and 21 to the Peoria Riverfront Museum

On this week's episode of Out and About, Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks with Jessica Moreano, programming director of the Big Picture Peoria Film Festival, about the festival’s return Nov. 20 and 21 to the Peoria Riverfront Museum. The two-day festival celebrates independent filmmaking with four...

Peoria, IL · 15h

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Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum reopening Wednesday with new exhibits

PEORIA, Ill. – After two months of renovations, the Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum is ready to welcome families back with new exhibits and expanded hands-on learning opportunities. The museum, located in Glen Oak Park, will officially reopen to the public Wednesday, November 4, at 9 a.m. The PlayHouse...

Peoria, IL · 2d

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Comedian Dale Jones Coming To Davenport’s Rhythm City Casino

Tickets will be available online at rhythmcitycasino.com or at The Market at Rhythm City for $33.75 and $44.45 this includes tax and an online/phone ticketing fee. The online/phone ticketing fee is waived when you purchase tickets at The Market Gift Shop inside Rhythm City Casino Resort. Guests must be aged 21+ to attend.

Davenport, IA · 1d

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Amazing America: Iowa's Soldiers' Orphans' Home

DAVENPORT, Iowa — Cottages, classrooms, a chapel and a farm once filled this Davenport campus. For generations of children, the Iowa Soldiers’ Orphans’ Home was more than a place to live... it was a community of its own. The home grew out of Annie Wittenmyer’s work with...

Davenport, IA · 1d

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Rave on, kids! Dance parties for toddlers & kids November 7

RAVE ON, KIDS! Toddler and Kid Rave November 7 Brings Old Favorite with a Techno Dance Beat to the Rock Island Library. Looking for a way to dance out the sillies and experience free family fun together? The Rock Island Public Library has the beat, with Toddler and Kid Rave parties, Saturday, Nov. 7 at the Rock Island Downtown Library.

Rock Island, IL · 4d

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Holiday Closing | Veterans Day 2026

November 2, 2026 - The City of Davenport will observe Veterans Day as a holiday on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. City Hall and Public Works will be closed. Please note: The City Meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, beginning at 5:30 P.M. in Council Chambers at City Hall.

Davenport, IA · 4d

The Register-Mail

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Walnut Grove Farm bringing artisans, holiday spirit for weekend

Walnut Grove Farm will bring 28 local and regional artisans, holiday food and family activities to its 35th annual holiday event Nov. 7-8 near Knoxville, Illinois. The event will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both dates, according to a community announcement. Admission is a donation of food items for local charity Christmas baskets. The National Historic Register farmstead is one-half mile north of Knoxville on Carr Street. Visitors can find additional event information through walnutgrovefarm.com . What shoppers can find at the farm The juried show will feature handmade and personally produced goods ranging from watercolor and mixed-media paintings, artisan soap and quilts to stained-glass ornaments, folk art, jewelry and woodcarving. Other offerings include repurposed antique ceiling tiles, hand-woven scarves, children’s books, hand-felted and crocheted wearable art, salsa, jams and CBD oil products. Food offerings will include home-baked pies, cookies and sourdough bread. Stumpy’s Apple Cart and Stumpy’s Food Truck will sell sweet drinks and treats along with comfort foods such as chicken and noodles and signature haystack onion rings, according to the announcement. A giveaway will feature a handmade basket valued at $125 by Pam Brown of Taylor Ridge. Brown has been weaving for 40 years after

Knoxville, IL · 4d

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Caitlin Clark Releases Debut Children’s Book Inspired by Her Iowa Childhood Home

Iowa’s own Caitlin Clark added “children’s book author” to her list of accomplishments Tuesday with the release of her debut picture book, EXTRAordinary! A Little EXTRA to Reach BIG Dreams.

West Des Moines, IA · 2d

97X

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Dwyer & Michaels Morning Show: Show Notes Monday 11/02/26

The Show Notes are brought to you by Pawn Central.

Davenport, IA · 4d

KWQC

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Mississippi Valley Fair announces 2027 lineup

DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - Next year’s grandstand for the Mississippi Valley Fair has been announced. The fair will take place Aug. 3-8 in 2027, with artists appearing on the main stage each night. Here’s the full lineup:. DateArtist. Tuesday, Aug. 3Bailey Zimmerman. Wednesday, Aug. 4Treaty Oak Revival. Thursday,...

Davenport, IA · 6d

Local 4 WHBF

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Sandburg will recognize community leader, Korean War vet, at Veterans Day event

Sandburg will recognize a longtime community leader as part of a Veterans Day event. A Veterans Day tribute to Lomac Payton will take place at 6 p.m. Nov. 11 in the Graham Health System S+T Center Atrium on the Galesburg campus. A veteran of the Korean War, Payton is also a former member of the […]

Galesburg, IL · 6d