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In July, Henry County saw a decrease in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

This week in Rock Island Metro history: A noteworthy event that shaped our past (Sept. 7-13)

This week in Rock Island Metro history.

A Time of Reflection: Joel Brunsvold's Death Anniversary Memorial (September 7)

On September 7, 2010, Joel Brunsvold passed away, marking the end of a life dedicated to public service and community development in Rock Island, Illinois.

City of Moline Traffic Engineering Committee met Aug. 5

City of Moline Traffic Engineering Committee met Tuesday, Aug. 5

Rock Island County collects just over $1.7 million in County School Facility Tax in July

By Rock Island Today Reports | Sep 6, 2025

In July, Rock Island County saw an increase in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Henry County school districts ranked by share of debt capacity used in fiscal year 2024

By Rock Island Today Reports | Sep 6, 2025

Kewanee Community Unit School District 229 used the largest share of its debt limit in Henry County during fiscal year 2024, at 7.6% of its Equalized Assessed Value (EAV).

Dan Swanson organizes scam prevention seminars; highlights relief bills and grant programs

Scam prevention seminars will be held next week in Monmouth and Alexis, organized by Representative Dan Swanson in partnership with Heather Calcara of the Illinois Attorney General’s office and local law enforcement.

Becker’s names Hammond-Henry among top U.S. hospitals for nurse communication

Becker’s Healthcare has recognized Hammond-Henry Hospital in Geneseo as one of the top hospitals in the United States for nurse communication.

Rock Island County taxpayers give $13,326 in County Automobile Renting Tax in July

In July, Rock Island County saw an increase in County Automobile Renting Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Rock Island County school districts ranked by share of debt capacity used in fiscal year 2024

School districts in Rock Island County carried over $127.3 million in long-term debt in fiscal year 2024, with some using more than 29.9% of their legal borrowing capacity.

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Which ex-Rock Island Metro area high school athletes are scheduled for action the week starting Monday, Sept. 8?

The week starting Monday, Sept. 8 will feature action from these former Rock Island Metro area high school stars.

$537,068 in Countywide Sales Tax collected in July for Rock Island County

In July, Rock Island County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Farmland assessment seminars draw interest from residents across Swanson’s district

Thank you to Brenda Matherly of the Illinois Farm Bureau, local farm bureaus, and attendees who participated in a series of Farmland Assessment Seminars held throughout the district this week.

Rock Island County Emergency Telephone System Board met Aug. 12

Rock Island County Emergency Telephone System Board met Tuesday, Aug. 12

City of Rock Island Labor Day Parade Advisory Board met Aug. 11

City of Rock Island Labor Day Parade Advisory Board met Monday, Aug. 11

City of Moline Human Rights Commission met Aug. 7

City of Moline Human Rights Commission met Thursday, Aug. 7

Rock Island Public Library Board Personnel & Policy Committee met September 4