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Admission Changes Expected To Mean More Nursing Graduates At IVCC

Changes are coming to the admission process for Illinois Valley Community College's nursing program. In addition to streamlining curriculum and credit hours, changes will give prospective students two opportunities each year to apply for entry into the Nursing and Practical Nursing programs. To be considered, IVCC students must still complete a certified nursing assistant course and pass prerequisite general education courses and an admissions assessment exam.

Oglesby, IL · 2d
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Pioneers Get On Board With a Win

OGLESBY, Ill. --- Paced by a strong effort from sophomore forward Ryan Clemons (Homewood-Flossmoor H.S.), the Prairie State men's basketball team secured its first win of the campaign Thursday, downing Illinois Valley 110-101 in overtime. The win evened the Pioneers record at 1-1 overall. Clemons shot 12-of-25 for the game...

Oglesby, IL · 3d
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The Register-Mail

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Galesburg shifts to monthly winter yard waste pickup

Galesburg will reduce yard waste pickup to once a month in December, January and February, with three designated collection periods scheduled through early 2027. The winter schedule begins Dec. 7-11, according to a community announcement from the city of Galesburg. The remaining collection periods are Jan. 4-8 and Feb. 1-5. Residents should put yard waste out on their regular refuse pickup date during the designated collection period. The city normally collects yard waste each week from March through November on residents' regular refuse collection dates. Yard waste includes leaves, grass, shrub clippings, garden waste, brush and woody material. Residents should place the material in a paper yard waste bag or a trash container designated for yard waste. Tree limbs must be tied with degradable twine and measure less than 5 feet long and no more than 5 inches in diameter. Bundles may weigh no more than 50 pounds. This story was produced by reporter Nida Tazeen, NTazeen@usatodayco.com , with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at cm.usatoday.com/ethical-conduct . This article originally appeared on Galesburg Register-Mail: Galesburg shifts to monthly winter yard waste pickup

Galesburg, IL · 2d

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Health roundup, wellness visits, birth control day and DOT exams

Health Departments, First Choice offer Medicare wellness visits. Many may not realize that in order to help maintain personal wellness; Medicare covers an Annual Wellness Visit for patients. What is an Annual Wellness Visit and what does it include for the participant?. During an annual wellness visit, their First Choice...

Stark County, IL · 1d
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This Friendly Peoria Heights Pottery Studio Lets You Paint Your Own Dishes And Take Home Something Special

One couple skipped a pricey imported tile backsplash and hand-painted their own tiles instead. The studio helped source the tile, supplied the paints, and fired everything in its kiln. That story tells you a lot about this little Illinois pottery spot. The bare pieces arrive already made. You simply pick...

Peoria Heights, IL · 2d

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Attend a musical, shop a holiday market, raise funds for area pets and more | Dani's Weekend Rundown for Nov. 12-15

The weekend is approaching quickly, and there are plenty of fun events across the greater Quad Cities region. Get involved with a great cause or find something fun for the entire family. There's a lot to consider in this edition of Dani's Weekend Rundown. Have an event you want featured...

Moline, IL · 1d

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Sterling to Kick Off Holiday Season with Lighted Christmas Parade Before Annual Sights and Sounds Christmas Walk

The City of Sterling is excited to kick off the holiday season by bringing back a favorite holiday tradition, the Lighted Christmas Parade, on Friday, December 4th at 5:30 p.m. The Lighted Christmas Parade will travel east along West Fourth Street from Fifth Avenue to Library Plaza. Community members are...

Sterling, IL · 1d

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Community foundation awards $5,150 to five nonprofits serving Geneseo

GENESEO, Ill.—The GIFT Community Foundation has awarded $5,150 in fall grants to five nonprofits serving Geneseo. The grants will support early learning, Special Olympics participation, home safety and other programs for local residents. “These grants show what local giving can do right here in Geneseo,” said Betsy Brudos, chair...

Geneseo, IL · 1d

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Along the Rock: Sterling Township Thanksgiving Vouchers Help 400 Local Families Celebrate the Holiday

On this episode of Along the Rock, host Kierstyn Long welcomes Angie Schneider, supervisor at Sterling Township, to discuss the township’s annual Thanksgiving voucher program and how it helps local families enjoy a traditional holiday meal. The program has been helping Sterling Township residents for approximately 25 years, dating...

Sterling, IL · 3d

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IVCC Theatre Department Presents "Tiny Beautiful Things"

The curtain is about to rise for “Tiny Beautiful Things”, a production of the Illinois Valley Community College Theatre Department. Directed by Dr. Dale Young, this moving and thought-provoking production explores the questions, experiences, and connections that make us human through a collection of deeply personal stories. “Tiny Beautiful Things” explores themes of grief, loss, addiction, relationships, and healing through personal stories and advice columns. The production contains mature language and subject matter that may be best suited for older teens and adults.

Oglesby, IL · 1d

NBC Chicago

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Inside the homes, workplaces Pope Leo XIV once frequented in Peru

Before Chicago-born Pope Leo XIV’s historic return to Peru, we were given rare access to the places the Pope once lived in and worked. Telemundo Chicago’s Jorge De Santiago reports.

Peru, IL · 1d

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Peoria County regional superintendent reveals oversight gap in ELITE program as PPS prepares for NOVA Academy

PEORIA (25News Now) - As Peoria Public Schools prepares to replace ELITE Community Outreach’s Game Changer Safe School with its new NOVA Academy, Peoria County’s regional superintendent says confusion over who was responsible for monitoring the program may have allowed compliance issues to go unchecked for years. The...

Peoria County, IL · 2d

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Galesburg coaches, activities directors get pay boost under new formula

The Galesburg District 205 School Board approved pay increases for coaches, sponsors and activities directors Monday night. Under the new formula, pay for athletics would increase by $75,295, and activities stipends would cost $11,702 more. The new pay formula is based on a $42,000 base salary multiplied by an assignment percentage.

Galesburg, IL · 2d

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Mayoral Candidate Tim Morgan Stays on Ballot

The Sterling Municipal Electoral Board has cleared former Sterling Police Chief Morgan to remain on the ballot for the April 2027 consolidated election. Board members voted unanimously Thursday evening to deny an objection to Morgan’s nominating petition. The challenge focused on the way the petition papers were bound, specifically that they were held together with a paper clip.

Sterling, IL · 9h

WMBD/WYZZ

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Mayor Wigginton hosts cake for Peoria Heights milestone

Peoria Heights celebrated the 125th anniversary of its official name change from Prospect Heights with a community event featuring cake on November 10.

Peoria Heights, IL · 2d

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Wenona Legion Auxiliary Accepting Donations for Veterans

For more than six years Wenona Legion Auxiliary has been providing to those, who once served our country at the Illinois Veterans Home in La Salle. The Legion Auxiliary is reaching out to the community to consider giving back to veterans at the home in La Salle this holiday season. A growing need of food, clothing and daily essential items are part of what can make a great difference in the lives of our local veterans.

Wenona, IL · 23h

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Along the Rock: S3 Ep 235-Rock Falls Hometown Holidays Returns With Christmas Walk, Bingo and Grinch Dodgeball

The holiday season is right around the corner, and the Rock Falls Chamber is getting ready to bring the community together for three days of festive fun during its annual Hometown Holidays celebration. On this episode of Along the Rock, host Kierstyn Long welcomes Camryn Johnson and Marissa Razo from...

Rock Falls, IL · 22h

The Register-Mail

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Galesburg school to open 1986 time capsule

A time capsule sealed inside the original walls of Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School in Galesburg in 1986 will soon be opened for the community. The public opening is scheduled for Nov. 19 at 6 p.m., according to a community announcement. The event will take place in the King Elementary School lobby, 1018 S. Farnham St., Galesburg. Former students, staff, families and community members are invited to attend and see what was placed inside the capsule nearly 40 years ago. This story was produced by reporter Nida Tazeen, NTazeen@usatodayco.com , with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at cm.usatoday.com/ethical-conduct . This article originally appeared on Galesburg Register-Mail: Galesburg school to open 1986 time capsule

Galesburg, IL · 1d

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Monmouth College Football Heads to Knox for Turkey Bowl Saturday

It’s Turkey Bowl week, and the Monmouth College Fighting Scots are heading to Galesburg Saturday looking to keep the Bronze Turkey in Monmouth for another year. Monmouth has won the last 26 meetings against Knox heading into the 137th annual Turkey Bowl. The Scots improved to 7-2 overall and...

Monmouth, IL · 1d

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44th Annual Rod & Custom Auto Show Tickets On Sale Now

The Rod And Custom Car Show has brought the warmth of Summer car shows indoors to the Quad Cities since 1983. Come out for one day, or all three to see the best vehicles the Midwest has to offer. Where:. The Bend XPO Center is located at 922 Mississippi Parkway...

East Moline, IL · 2d