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Q3 2023 Recap: 1 parolee from Henry County convicted of a public safety violation set for supervised release

By Rock Island Today Reports | Nov 10, 2023

There was one offender convicted of a public safety violation living in Henry County released on parole during the third quarter of 2023, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Rock Island Today.

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McGraw: ‘Eric Sorensen is not willing to put our safety and security first, but I always will be’

By Rock Island Today Reports | Nov 10, 2023

17th Congressional District candidate Joe McGraw is drawing attention to what he perceives as alarming statistics since President Biden took office. McGraw, who announced his candidacy in mid-Oct., emphasized a surge in border crossings, a significant increase in suspected terrorists at the border, and a rise in human trafficking arrests.

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Census Bureau: 3.1% of people in Henry County identified as multiracial in 2021

By Rock Island Today Reports | Nov 10, 2023

Of the 49,412 citizens living in Henry County in 2021, 96.9% said they were only one race, while 3.1% said they were two or more races, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained in June.

City of Kewanee City Council met Sept. 11

By Rock Island Today Reports | Nov 10, 2023

City of Kewanee City Council met Monday, Sept. 11

City of Moline Foreign Fire Tax Board met Oct. 10

By Rock Island Today Reports | Nov 10, 2023

City of Moline Foreign Fire Tax Board met Tuesday, Oct. 10

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Sydney Adamson, former Sherrard High School standout, played on Thursday, November 9 in NJCAA game

By Rock Island Today Reports | Nov 10, 2023

The Black Hawk Braves won 72-30 in their NJCAA game against the Southeastern Blackhawks on Thursday, November 9.

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On Thursday, November 9, former Central High School standout Aniah Smith’s college team won in an NJCAA game

By Rock Island Today Reports | Nov 10, 2023

The Black Hawk Braves won 72-30 in their NJCAA game against the Southeastern Blackhawks on Thursday, November 9.

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Hannah Maher, former Alwood High School standout, played on Thursday, November 9 in NJCAA game

By Rock Island Today Reports | Nov 10, 2023

The game took place in Moline, Illinois.

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On Thursday, November 9, former United Township High School standout Karina Castaneda’s college team won in an NJCAA game

By Rock Island Today Reports | Nov 10, 2023

The Black Hawk Braves won 72-30 in their NJCAA game against the Southeastern Blackhawks on Thursday, November 9.

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Emma Pitstick, former Miami Trace High School standout, played on Thursday, November 9 in NJCAA game

By Rock Island Today Reports | Nov 10, 2023

The Black Hawk Braves won 72-30 in their NJCAA game against the Southeastern Blackhawks on Thursday, November 9.

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On Thursday, November 9, Lanphier High School standout Laney Parker competed in NJCAA game

By Rock Island Today Reports | Nov 10, 2023

The game took place in Moline, Illinois.

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On Thursday, November 9, former Lewistown Jr/Sr High School standout Meghanne Freehill’s college team won in an NJCAA game

By Rock Island Today Reports | Nov 10, 2023

The Black Hawk Braves won 72-30 in their NJCAA game against the Southeastern Blackhawks on Thursday, November 9.

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On Thursday, November 9, Mount Pleasant High School standout Andrea Lopreato competed in NJCAA game

By Rock Island Today Reports | Nov 10, 2023

The Black Hawk Braves won 72-30 in their NJCAA game against the Southeastern Blackhawks on Thursday, November 9.

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On Thursday, November 9, South Elgin High School standout Chloe Kmiec competed in NJCAA game

By Rock Island Today Reports | Nov 10, 2023

The Black Hawk Braves won 72-30 in their NJCAA game against the Southeastern Blackhawks on Thursday, November 9.

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Lae Thomas, former St. Paul North Senior High School standout, played on Thursday, November 9 in NJCAA game

By Rock Island Today Reports | Nov 10, 2023

The game took place in Moline, Illinois.

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Mid-Prairie High School standout Maddie Nonnenmann’s college team won in NJCAA game on Thursday, November 9

By Rock Island Today Reports | Nov 10, 2023

The Black Hawk Braves won 72-30 in their NJCAA game against the Southeastern Blackhawks on Thursday, November 9.

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Rep. Swanson Recognizes Veterans in Illinois House

By Rock Island Today Reports | Nov 9, 2023

State Representative Dan Swanson (R-Alpha) recently presided over a special recognition of Veterans in the Illinois House of Representatives, in commemoration of Veterans Day. The event, held on November 9, 2023, aimed to honor the brave individuals who have served their country selflessly.During the ceremony, Rep. Swanson expressed his deep gratitude for the sacrifices made by Veterans, stating, "We owe a debt of gratitude to our Veterans for their unwavering dedication and commitment to defending our nation. It is important that we take the time to recognize and honor...

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Veto session ends with little action on major issues

By Rock Island Today Reports | Nov 9, 2023

The fall veto session in Illinois has come to an end, leaving many major issues unresolved. Despite the pressing matters facing the state government, little action was taken during the session. Representative Dan Swanson expressed his disappointment, stating, "We will have many unresolved issues to address when we return to Springfield in January."One of the key issues that saw no progress during the session was ethics reform. This comes after a series of corruption scandals involving lobbyists and utility executives tied to the former Speaker of the Illinois House....

City of Moline Historic Preservation Commission met Sept. 11

By Rock Island Today Reports | Nov 9, 2023

City of Moline Historic Preservation Commission met Monday, Sept. 11

City of Lewistown City Council met Oct. 10

By Rock Island Today Reports | Nov 9, 2023

City of Lewistown City Council met Tuesday, Oct. 10