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John Deere to Close Two Iowa Facilities

(Iowa) -- John Deere plans to close its Ottumwa Works facility and move production to Des Moines Works. The company says production will be relocated by the end of fiscal year 2028, citing changes in customer demand and manufacturing capabilities. The announcement comes after Deere recently said it planned to...

Ottumwa, IA · 2d
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Walgreens pharmacies in Burlington and Fort Madison have been sanctioned by the state for negligence with regard to Temporary closures and customer service

Walgreens Pharmacies in Burlington and Fort Madison have been sanctioned by the state for negligence with regard to temporary closures and customer service. The Iowa Board of Pharmacy’s says the Walgreens store in Burlington temporarily closed in October of last year due to a shortage of pharmacists and sent customers prescriptions to a Walgreens in Fort Madison but failed to communicate that to the public, customers, or even store staff. According to the board the exact same set of difficulties occurred when the Walgreens Pharmacy in Fort Madison temporarily closed in November of last year due to a reported lack of staff. Each of the stores was fine $1,000 by the board and order to develop new policies.

Burlington, IA · 3d
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Lee County officials hear from residents on proposed steel mill project

FORT MADISON — Kelly Jameson has lived in the Green Bay Bottoms all her life. As a third generation resident, raising the fourth, she’s passionate about her community. And, she’s passionately against a proposed steel mill that is planned for the area. If Mesabi Metallics builds the largest steel mill in the United States just three miles from her house, she said, it defeats the whole reason she has stayed in her hometown. “This is currently a nice, rural community … when the reason we choose to live here is gone, why would we stay?” she asked at a public information meeting held in Fort Madison Wednesday evening. Lee County supervisors and officials from Mesabi Metallics held an informational meeting at the Quality Inn & Suites in Fort Madison, allowing area residents and business leaders to express their views on the potential for a steel mill. Roughly 200 people packed the hotel conference room, leaving standing room only. Jameson was one of about two dozen speakers Wednesday night, although her dissenting comments were in the minority. City administrators, economic development workers, supervisors and mayors of neighboring communities spoke in favor of the project and the opportunities it would bring. Local

Lee County, IA · 1d

Pen City Current

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Groups work out creative incentive package for steel plant

FORT MADISON – Lee County residents got their first glimpse Wednesday night into negotiations between the county and the Minnesota company that plans to build a $15 billion steel facility in Green Bay Bottoms near Wever. Officials with Mesabi Metallics, which is a subsidiary of Essar Group of Mumbai,...

Lee County, IA · 1d
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Proposed $15 billion steel project draws questions from Lee County residents

LEE COUNTY, Iowa. - A proposed $15 billion steel manufacturing complex in Lee County is drawing attention across southeast Iowa, as residents seek answers about its potential impact on the community. Mesabi Metallics says the facility would process iron ore from Minnesota into finished steel products. Company officials say the...

Lee County, IA · 19h

Pen City Current

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County creating input options on steel project

LEE COUNTY – A meeting planned for Wednesday night to give Lee County residents their first look inside negotiations between county officials and Mesabi Metallics around a $15 billion proposed steel mill is shaping up to be a big event. Lee County Supervisors released information on the event Monday...

Lee County, IA · 2d

Pen City Current

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Connection Bank adds $100K to OFMP effort

FORT MADISON - With its own history going back to 1854 and rooted as the first banking institution in the state of Iowa, it’s only fitting that Connection Bank is among the first to step forward with a sizeable contribution to preserve a significant part of Fort Madison’s history.

Fort Madison, IA · 1d

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Proposed $15B steel plant in Lee County draws jobs optimism, environmental concerns

LEE COUNTY, Iowa (KCRG) - Lee County could soon be home to the largest steel plant in the United States, however, the plans are also drawing concerns from those who live near the site. “It is absolutely disgusting to see the greed of local politicians and businesses and their support...

Lee County, IA · 1d

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Quality Roofing Pro Named 2026 Top-Rated Roofing Contractor

Quality Roofing Pro has been named a 2026 Top-Rated Roofing Contractor by the American Roofing Contractors Organization. The recognition follows an independent evaluation of public records and third-party data, assessing factors such as licensing, compliance, operational history and stability, and customer outcomes. Co-Owner Felicia Shawler says the honor reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to its customers:

Burlington, IA · 6h

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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 · 2d

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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 · 2d

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Local Farmer Adam Martin Discusses Changes in Farming Technology

Technology continues to change the way farmers operate, with today’s equipment capable of doing more than ever before. Local farmer Adam Martin has seen those advancements first hand over his nearly 25 years in farming. Martin says whether those advancements have made harvest any easier is a tougher question.

Galesburg, IL · 1d

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Mariannette Miller-Meeks on affordability

Representative Miller-Meeks has campaigned on affordability, specifically lowering costs for working families.

Davenport, IA · 2d

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Citizens First Bank Officially Opens Morrison Branch

MORRISON, Ill. – November 2, 2026 – Citizens First Bank is pleased to announce the official opening of its new Morrison branch, welcoming current and new customers to visit the newly renovated location, meet the Morrison team and experience Citizens First Bank’s relationship-focused approach to banking. The...

Morrison, IL · 1d

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Lapis scales back carbon storage proposal near Galva

GALVA — Lapis Carbon Solutions has revised its application for a federal permit to store carbon dioxide underground near Galva, removing plans that would have brought carbon dioxide from Iowa to the site and reducing the overall amount of carbon dioxide proposed for storage. The company resubmitted its Class...

Galva, IL · 1d

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John Deere shutting down two Iowa plants

Clarion, IA · 1d

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Farm land rights meeting will be Nov. 16

A meeting centering on farmer land rights and carbon sequestration pipelines is set for 6 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 16, at the Knox Agri Center, which is located in Suite 101 at 180 S. Soangetaha Road in Galesburg, Illinois. The meeting is being presented by the group Citizens Against Heartland...

Galesburg, IL · 3d

FOX2548 & WIProud

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Applications open for energy assistance programs

As colder weather approaches, energy assistance is available to help offset winter heating costs. The federal Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) provides funding to assist eligible households with home energy expenses. Illinois LIHEAP To apply, Illinois residents in Rock Island, Mercer and Henry counties can contact Project NOW at 309-793-6391. Residents can also call […]

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