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The former Apollo Middle School in Burlington will undergo significant rehabilitation thanks to the Iowa Historic Preservation Tax Credit program

The former Apollo Middle School in Burlington will undergo significant rehabilitation thanks to the Iowa Historic Preservation Tax Credit program. The Iowa Economic Development Authority this week announced more than $18 million in tax credits geared toward revitalizing historic buildings across the state, including the vacant school. After sitting vacant for decades, officials said the three-story building will be transformed into 45 affordable one and two bedroom apartments for residents 55 and older. Other buildings in Des Moines, Dubuque, Iowa City, Waterloo and Ottumwa were also awarded funding for similar projects.

Burlington, IA · 2d
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Moline to Distribute Free Food Gift Cards Nov. 14

MOLINE, Ill. — The City of Moline will distribute free food gift cards on Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 8 to 11 a.m., or until supplies run out, at the City Services Center, 1830 6th Avenue, in Moline, Illinois. The city’s Meals for the Holidays program is limited to...

Moline, IL · 15h
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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 · 3d

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State Tax Credits Help Turn Two Former Schools Into Senior Housing

Two vacant schools in southeast Iowa are slated to become affordable housing for older adults, with help from state historic preservation tax credits. In Burlington, the former Apollo Middle School would become 45 affordable one- and two-bedroom apartments for residents age 55 and older. The building opened in 1910 as Burlington High School and has stood vacant for decades.

Burlington, IA · 21h

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Veterans Can Eat For Free On Sunday In Davenport

And in addition, if you donate $20 to a great cause, you get $20 in free play.

Davenport, IA · 1d

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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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Revenge of the White Working Class

But what happens next?

Des Moines County, IA · 2d

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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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Monmouth City Council Approves Prairie Hills Land Bank Membership Renewal

In a five to one vote, Monmouth City Council has approved their renewal of membership with Prairie Hills Land Bank, which the City joined last year, reports City Administrator Lou Leone:. “The Prairie Hills Land Bank in this last year has been helping us work on some technical assistance related...

Monmouth, 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 · 17h

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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 · 2d

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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 · 1d

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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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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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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 · 1d

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More Illinois counties vote to explore new state, separating from Cook County

A group of Illinois counties has joined a growing list of areas that are open to exploring the idea of separating from Cook County and forming a new state. According to unofficial election results, all 11 counties that voted on the “separation referendums” voted in favor of the idea, instructing their respective county boards to potentially collaborate with other counties in exploring the idea of severing ties with Cook County and forming a new state.

Cook County, IL · 2d

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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 · 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 · 3d

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Brady Street train bridge devours another truck

DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - The Brady Street bridge in downtown Davenport devoured another box truck around noon Friday. Debris was scattered across the far right lane, where Davenport Police could be seen diverting traffic and assessing the scene. This is a developing story.

Davenport, IA · 16h