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Dry couple of days before more rain

By Anthony Peoples,

14 hours ago

Our week will kick off pleasant with warmer weather tomorrow and Wednesday.

Another moderate to heavy rain maker is on the way to the Quad Cities.

Here's your full 7-day forecast.

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