91.8% of teachers remain in their positions year-over-year in Rock Island County schools
With an average salary of $72,107, 91.8% of teachers remain on their positions in Rock Island County schools, according to the 2024 three-year average.
Hammond-Henry Hospital CEO says equitable healthcare is both moral duty and business strategy
Hospital and health system leaders are increasingly focusing on health equity as both a moral obligation and a strategic necessity.
Senator Neil Anderson criticizes new energy bill for raising costs and limiting local control
State Senator Neil Anderson (R-Andalusia) has expressed strong opposition to the recently passed “Energy Omnibus Bill,” criticizing its impact on downstate Illinois residents and its approach to energy policy. “Once again, downstate Illinois...
- Illinois lawmakers approve transit funding shift; senior tax relief advances
- Illinois opens applications for $56M law enforcement camera grant
- City of Moline announces return of “Get Grinched Deliveries” for holiday season
- United Township High School senior serves as page for Illinois House
- Who are the ex-high school stars from Rock Island Metro area competing on Saturday, Nov. 1?
Rep. Swanson welcomes local students as House pages at state capitol
State Representative Dan Swanson (R-Alpha) welcomed Max and Sully Weaver to the Illinois House of Representatives chamber on Tuesday, where the brothers served as House pages for the day. “Max and Sully are two outstanding students with bright...
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Ward 7 community meeting set for November 5 at Moline Public Library
A community meeting for residents of Ward 7 in Moline is scheduled for Wednesday, November 5, at 6 p.m. The event will take place at the Moline Public Library, located at 3210 41st Street.
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Moline hosts mailbox for children's letters to Santa
Children in the Quad Cities area are invited to participate in a holiday letter-writing event hosted by the City of Moline.
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Swanson visits vocational center and community events across district
I began my day at the Galesburg Area Vocational Center, where students engaged with representatives from local trades groups, farm implement dealers, auto body repair businesses, and manufacturers.
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Salaries for coaches at institutions in Rock Island County around $38,137 on average during 2024
The highest average coaching salary among institutions in Rock Island County during 2024 was $41,793 at Augustana College, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
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Which ex-Rock Island Metro area high school athletes are scheduled for action the week starting Monday, Oct. 27?
These former Rock Island Metro area high school standouts will be competing during the week of Monday, Oct. 27.
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In 2023-24 school year, white students had highest representation in Mercer County schools
The most prevalent ethnicity in Mercer County student body in the 2023-24 school year was white, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.
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Illinois Department of Revenue announces tentative property assessment multiplier for Rock Island County
Rock Island County has received a tentative property assessment equalization factor of 1.0000, according to David Harris, director of the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR).
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River Drive closure set for October 27 as viaduct project begins
River Drive at the Arsenal Bridge overpass in Moline will close on Monday, October 27, as construction crews begin the first phase of bridge demolition for the 16th Street Viaduct Rehabilitation Project.
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Which ex-high school standouts featured in Rock Island Metro will compete on Sunday, Oct. 26?
This former Rock Island Metro area high school standout will be active on Sunday, Oct. 26.
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Rock Island County schools: Which ethnicity was most represented in 2023-24 school year?
In Rock Island County schools, there were more white students than any other individual ethnicity in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.
