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Mar 29, 2024Vietnam War Veterans Day was commemorated today, honoring the 2.7 million Americans who served in the Vietnam War. The day serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by these individuals during a tumultuous time in history."Vietnam War Veterans Day pays tribute to the 2.7 million Americans who served in the Vietnam War," stated a spokesperson for the event, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and honoring the contributions of these veterans.In a show of gratitude and respect, the spokesperson added, "Thank you to all of the veterans of the Vietnam...

East Moline School District 37 administrators rank 330th in state for average pay in 2022

Administrators in East Moline School District 37 earn an average of $111,289 per year, ranking 330th in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Henry County in week ending Mar. 23?

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Henry County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 23, according to GasBuddy.com.

How did Central Township of Osco: Precinct Osco residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Rock Island Today analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 230 voters in Central Township of Osco: Precinct Osco cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Who voted in Central W Village of Orion: Precinct Western 1 during 2020 Presidential Election?

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Rock Island Today analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 441 voters in Central W Village of Orion: Precinct Western 1 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central N Township of Colona: Precinct Colona 3

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Rock Island Today analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 378 voters in Central N Township of Colona: Precinct Colona 3 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Rock Island County P25 Policy Working Group met March 14

Rock Island County P25 Policy Working Group met 9:30 a.m. Thursday, March 14.

Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central NW Township of Kewanee: Precinct Kewanee 2

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Rock Island Today analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 339 voters in Central NW Township of Kewanee: Precinct Kewanee 2 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Analysis: Colona School District 190 administrators rank 288th in state for average pay in 2022

Administrators in Colona School District 190 earn an average of $114,532 per year, ranking 288th in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

How did Central Township of Annawan: Precinct Annawan residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Rock Island Today analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 539 voters in Central Township of Annawan: Precinct Annawan cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

How many companies in cities in Rock Island County received FDA inspections in 2023?

There was one company in a city associated with Rock Island County that received an FDA inspection in 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central Township of Andover: Precinct Andover

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Rock Island Today analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 461 voters in Central Township of Andover: Precinct Andover cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

1 gas station in cities throughout Rock Island County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Mar. 23

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Rock Island County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 23, according to GasBuddy.com.

Representative Dan Swanson’s March 28 Capitol News Update

Representative Tony McCombie recently presented a new ethics reform proposal in the House Ethics and Elections Committee. The bill, HB 4119, aims to prevent politicians from using their campaign funds to cover legal expenses in criminal cases. This initiative was prompted by the legal issues faced by former House Speaker Michael Madigan, who is set to stand trial for corruption and racketeering later this year. Madigan has been utilizing campaign donations to pay for his legal defense, sparking concerns about transparency and accountability in the political sphere.During...

2022: Silvis School District 34 administrators rank 279th in state for average pay

Administrators in Silvis School District 34 earn an average of $115,404 per year, ranking 279th in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central Township of Oxford: Precinct Oxford

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Rock Island Today analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 581 voters in Central Township of Oxford: Precinct Oxford cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

How did Southeastern Township of Galva: Precinct Galva 2 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Rock Island Today analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 253 voters in Southeastern Township of Galva: Precinct Galva 2 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Mercer County residents pay $32,151 in County Sales Tax in December 2023

In December 2023, Mercer County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Cheapest premium gas in cities across Rock Island County in week ending Mar. 23

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Rock Island County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 23, according to GasBuddy.com.

Awareness Day Sheds Light on Rare Birth Complication: Amniotic Fluid Embolism