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With an average salary of $54,000, 89.7% of teachers remain on their positions in Henry County schools, according to the 2023 three-year average.

Cheapest regular gas in cities across Rock Island County in week ending July 20

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Rock Island County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 20, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Scott's Law education bill signed; Rep Swanson hosts Boys & Girls Club farm visit

Scott’s Law education bill signed into law

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Rock Island County in week ending July 20?

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Rock Island County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 20, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

3 lawyers in good standing in cities within Mercer County as of Q2

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 25, 2024

Cities within Mercer County recorded three lawyers in good standing to practice law as of the second quarter of 2024.

8.1% of teachers are leaving their jobs at Rock Island County

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 25, 2024

With an average salary of $70,000, 91.9% of teachers remain on their positions in Rock Island County schools, according to the 2023 three-year average.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on E85 gas in cities in Rock Island County in week ending July 20?

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 25, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Rock Island County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 20, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

3 gas stations in cities throughout Henry County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending July 20

The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Henry County was found at three gas stations in the week ending July 20, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Sen. Anderson & Rep. Hammond hold successful Senior Expo in Carthage

State Senator Neil Anderson and Representative Norine Hammond successfully held their First Annual Free Senior Expo in Carthage last Friday. The event featured more than 30 vendors and guests from across the area in attendance.

Busy weekend activities highlight events in Illinois' 71st District

There is a lot going on around the 71st District this time of year.

How many white students were enrolled in Mercer County County schools in 2022-23 school year?

In Mercer County County schools, 1,716 white students were enrolled in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Rock Island County in week ending July 20?

The only price of E15 gas in cities throughout Rock Island County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 20, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Mercer County: Cities registered 3 lawyers in good standing as of June

Cities within Mercer County recorded three lawyers in good standing to practice law as of June.

Mercer County taxpayers give $27,075 in County Sales Tax in April

In April, Mercer County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Henry County cities: 1 company received an FDA inspection in Q2

There was one company in a city associated with Henry County that received an FDA inspection in the second quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Mercer County in week ending July 20?

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Mercer County was found at four gas stations in the week ending July 20, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Henry County Veterans Assistance Commission marks 30th anniversary

Tammy and I celebrated the Henry County Veterans Assistance Commission’s 30th Anniversary. Two living founders, Andy Koehler and Ted Canellos, both of Kewanee, were recognized. Unfortunately, Andy was unable to attend. Former staff members, drivers, and council members were recognized.

How many companies in cities in Bureau County received FDA inspections in Q2?

There were two companies in cities associated with Bureau County that received two FDA inspections in the second quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

U.S. Rep. Sorensen votes to make it easier for illegal aliens to vote in federal elections