Visit highlights new facilities at Quincy Veterans Home
Last week, a visit was made to the newly established Veterans Affairs housing and administration offices at the Quincy Veterans Home.
Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Rock Island County in week ending June 21?
The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Rock Island County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 21, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
How many Hispanic students were enrolled in Mercer County schools in 2023-24 school year?
In Mercer County schools, 40 Hispanic students were enrolled in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.
- There were 758 Hispanic students enrolled in Henry County schools in 2023-24 school year
- Enrollment Analysis: Hispanic students comprised 21.4% of Rock Island County’s student body in 2023-24 school year
- Cheapest diesel in cities across Rock Island County in week ending June 21
- Senior Expo in Carthage to offer free health screenings and services
- Senator Anderson criticizes Governor Pritzker amid third-term bid announcement
IDNR urges compliance with safety measures for Fourth of July fireworks
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) and the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) have issued a reminder for organizations and individuals planning fireworks displays to prioritize safety.
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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Henry County in week ending June 21?
The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Henry County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 21, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
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Rotary Club of Galesburg honors local contributors
Last week, The Rotary Club of Galesburg recognized nine individuals for their contributions.
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Mercer County Education: 10 Black students were enrolled in schools in 2023-24 school year
In the 2023-24 school year, less than 1% of students enrolled in Mercer County schools identified as Black.
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How many H-1B petitions approved for employers classified under the Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services industry in Rock Island Today publication area during 2024?
The only H-1B petition filed by an employer classified under the Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services industry located across Rock Island Today publication area was approved in 2024, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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There were 143 Black students enrolled in Henry County schools in 2023-24 school year
In Henry County schools, 143 Black students were enrolled in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.
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Colonel McCormick honored at Cantigny Memorial for WWI contributions
This past weekend, a ceremony was held at the Cantigny 1st Division Memorial and Museum in Wheaton to honor Colonel Robert McCormick.
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Cheapest diesel in cities across Rock Island County in week ending June 14
The only price of diesel in cities throughout Rock Island County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 14, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
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Enrollment Analysis: Black students comprised 19.7% of Rock Island County’s student body in 2023-24 school year
In Rock Island County schools, 4,135 Black students were enrolled in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.
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Rock Island County taxpayers give approximately $5.2 million in Countywide Sales Tax in 2024
In 2024, Rock Island County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous year.
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$126,529 in County Automobile Renting Tax collected in 2024 for Rock Island County
In 2024, Rock Island County saw an increase in County Automobile Renting Tax collection compared to the previous year.
