Matt Nordstrom Superintendent/FOIA Representative at Alwood Community Unit School District 225

Alwood Community Unit School District 225’s enrollment rank decreases in 2024-25

Alwood Community Unit School District 225 enrolled 352 students in the 2024-25 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

142 lawyers with active licenses in cities within Rock Island County as of March

142 lawyers with active licenses in cities within Rock Island County as of March

Cities within Rock Island County recorded 142 lawyers with active licenses to practice law as of March.

Tim Farquer, Superintendent at Mercer County School District 404

In 2024-25 school year, white students had highest representation in Mercer County’s school district

White students were the largest group in Mercer County’s school district in the 2024-25 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

East Moline

Road races for adults in Rock Island Metro for the week: April 18-24

One running event is scheduled to take place in the Rock Island Metro during the week ending April 24, offering an opportunity for adults to compete, stay active, and take part in organized races.

Alexis Carroll and A'rion Lonergan

Who are the Rock Island Metro area high school alumni in action on Sunday, April 19?

On Sunday, April 19, these former Rock Island Metro area high school standouts will be in action.

Katie Orwig WKEI interviewed Foundation Manager

WKEI interviews Foundation Manager Katie Orwig and Tom Katz

Foundation Manager Katie Orwig and Tom Katz appeared on WKEI for an interview. The discussion focused on current foundation activities. Listeners can access the full conversation online.

Mike Ruff, Superintendent at Colona School District 190

Colona School District 190 ranks in bottom half of Illinois districts by enrollment in 2024-25

Colona School District 190 enrolled 364 students in the 2024-25 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Daniel Swanson, Illinois State Representative for 71st District

Representative Dan Swanson calls for property tax reform and addresses key legislative issues

Illinois State Representative Dan Swanson announced new efforts toward property tax reform while voicing opposition to changes in state fireworks laws due to safety concerns. He also discussed recent gun rights advocacy at the Capitol and invited residents to an…

Joe Blessman, Superintendent at Orion Community Unit School District 223

White students were the most represented group in Henry County school districts in 2024-25

White students were the largest group in Henry County school districts in the 2024-25 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

A'rion Lonergan and Alexis Duke

Which former Rock Island Metro area high school stars will compete on Saturday, April 18?

Saturday, April 18 will feature competition from these former Rock Island Metro area high school standouts.

142 lawyers with active licenses in cities within Rock Island County as of March

Mercer County had 3 lawyers with active licenses in March

There were three lawyers with active licenses to practice law in cities within Mercer County as of March.

Marcus Bush, Superintendent at Rockridge Community Unit School District 300

White students were the most represented group in Rock Island County school districts in 2024-25

White students made up the largest share of enrollment in Rock Island County school districts in the 2024-25 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Tony Sanders,  State Superintendent of Education for the Illinois State Board of Education

Cambridge Community Unit School District 227 ranks 618th in Illinois enrollment with 439 students in 2024-25

Cambridge Community Unit School District 227 enrolled 439 students in the 2024-25 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Isaac Graf and Christian Raya

Which ex-high school standouts featured in Rock Island Metro will compete on Friday, April 17?

These former Rock Island Metro area high school athletes will take part in events on Friday, April 17.

Jay Morrow, Superintendent

United Township High School District 30 announces details for Prom 2026 event

United Township High School District 30 has announced details for its upcoming Prom on May 9 themed “A Night Of A Thousand Lights.” The event will include strict entry requirements as well as special activities like PROM Court selection.

Daniel Swanson, Illinois State Representative for 71st District

Galesburg autism awareness event returns April 23, veteran fair scheduled for April 29

State Representative Daniel Swanson announced that Galesburg’s autism awareness event will take place on April 23, followed by a veteran fair on April 29. The events aim to provide support and resources for families facing challenges related to autism and…

A'rion Lonergan and Alaina Diaz

Which ex-high school standouts featured in Rock Island Metro will compete on Thursday, April 16?

These ex-Rock Island Metro area high school standouts will participate in competitions on Thursday, April 16.

Jay Morrow, Superintendent

United Township High School District 30 shares announcements for April 14, 2026

United Township High School District 30 has released its latest announcements covering prom rules, club activities, yearbook sales and more as spring events approach. The update also provides data about spending per student and demographic information from recent years.

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City of Lewistown City Council met April 14

City of Lewistown City Council met Tuesday, April 14.

Anna Castro, 7th Ward Council Member

City of Moline Foreign Fire Tax Board met April 14

City of Moline Foreign Fire Tax Board met Tuesday, April 14.

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