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In December 2023, Rock Island County saw a decrease in County Automobile Renting Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Mercer County in week ending Mar. 2?

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Mercer County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 2, according to GasBuddy.com.

Cheapest premium gas in cities across Rock Island County in week ending Mar. 2

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Rock Island County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 2, according to GasBuddy.com.

Anderson Commends U.S. Supreme Court’s Decision to Overturn Activist Judges’ Rulings

State Senator Neil Anderson (R-Andalusia) has commended the U.S. Supreme Court’s unanimous decision to overturn activist judges' rulings regarding the removal of Donald Trump from the Colorado state ballot. The 9-0 ruling by the Supreme Court not only reversed the Colorado Supreme Court’s decision but also nullified a similar ruling by a Cook County Judge.In response to the Supreme Court’s decision, Senator Anderson stated, "The U.S. Supreme Court’s unanimous decision in this case is a resounding rebuke of activist judges’ attempts to strip citizens of our state and...

The 2023-2024 roster list has been released for the Augustana College Vikings

Talented group to compete for Augustana College Vikings this year.

The 2023-2024 roster list has been released for the Augustana College Vikings

Total of 40 players listed.

Rock Island County collects $405,000 in Countywide Sales Tax in December 2023

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

Rock Island County: Cities registered 151 lawyers in good standing as of February

There were 151 lawyers in good standing in cities within Rock Island County as of February.

Invest in Veterans Week Celebrates Veteran-Owned Businesses

Invest in Veterans Week, which kicks off today, March 4, 2024, aims to honor the entrepreneurial spirit of veterans who have served in the armed forces. The week-long event celebrates both aspiring and established businesses owned by veterans, encouraging the public to show their support for these ventures."This is Invest in Veterans Week," said an official statement promoting the initiative. The focus is on recognizing and promoting the contributions of veteran entrepreneurs to the business community.The week serves as a reminder for consumers to rally behind these...

Prairie State sales taxes: Moline residents paid 40th-largest sum in December 2023

Moline residents paid $1.9 million in sales taxes, the 40th highest total paid per municipality in December 2023.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Mercer County in week ending Mar. 2?

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Mercer County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 2, according to GasBuddy.com.

East Peoria High School standout Ethan Sosnowski’s college team won in NCAA Division III game on Sunday, March 3

The Augustana College Vikings won 16-11 in their NCAA Division III game against the Luther Norse on Sunday, March 3.

On Sunday, March 3, former Rocky Mountain High School standout Noah Mullen’s college team lost in an NCAA Division III game

The game took place in Rock Island, Illinois.

On Sunday, March 3, former Batavia Sr High School standout Adam Bendoraitis’ college team won in an NCAA Division III game

The Augustana College Vikings won 16-11 in their NCAA Division III game against the Luther Norse on Sunday, March 3.

Rocky Mountain High School standout Noah Mullen’s college team won in NCAA Division III game on Sunday, March 3

The game took place in Rock Island, Illinois.

Heath Perry and Kannon Perry, former D'Evelyn High School standouts, played on Sunday, March 3 in NCAA Division III game

The game took place in Rock Island, Illinois.

Arvada West High School standout Addison Southwick’s college team lost in NCAA Division III game on Sunday, March 3

The game took place in Rock Island, Illinois.

On Sunday, March 3, Grandview High School standouts, including Anthony Sus, competed in an NCAA Division III game for Augustana College Vikings

The Augustana College Vikings lost 22-9 in their NCAA Division III game against the Luther Norse on Sunday, March 3.

Heath Perry and Kannon Perry, former D'Evelyn High School standouts, played on Sunday, March 3 in NCAA Division III game

The Augustana College Vikings won 16-11 in their NCAA Division III game against the Luther Norse on Sunday, March 3.

Arvada West High School standout Addison Southwick’s college team won in NCAA Division III game on Sunday, March 3