August, 2018 Stories | Dupage Policy Journal

Silvis home prices rise in July 2018

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 7, 2018

The median sale price of a home sold in July 2018 in Silvis rose by $23,500 while total sales decreased by 50%.

Former Moline star Marquisha Harris returning to Europe for another season of basketball

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 6, 2018

Marquisha Harris will be taking her talents to Europe.

Breeden up for re-election on Henry County board, continues search for economic development director

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 6, 2018

For Henry County board Vice-Chairman Kippy Breeden (R-Geneseo), there never seems to be a dull moment.

59 percent of applicants to Augustana College were admitted for fall 2017

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 6, 2018

At Augustana College, 99 percent of undergraduate students are traditional students - age 24 or younger - and 58 percent are female, according to the latest disclosure from the U.S. Department of Education.

How much has East Moline SD 37 overspent over the past 10 years?

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 6, 2018

East Moline School District 37 accumulated $23.43 million in debt between fiscal years 2008 and 2017, according to a Rock Island Today analysis of public schools data.

Rosewood Care Center of Moline hit with health violations

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 6, 2018

Rosewood Care Center, a 120-bed skilled care facility in Moline, was cited by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) for violations of the Nursing Home Care Act in the second quarter of 2018.

City of Moline Park and Recreation Board met July 26.

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 5, 2018

City of Moline Park and Recreation Board met Thursday, July 26.

City of Kewanee City Council met June 11.

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 5, 2018

City of Kewanee City Council met Monday, June 11.

City of Kewanee City Council met June 25.

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 5, 2018

City of Kewanee City Council met Monday, June 25.

City of Keithsburg Council met July 9.

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 5, 2018

City of Keithsburg Council met Monday, July 9.

City of Geneseo Committee of the Whole met June 26.

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 5, 2018

City of Geneseo Committee of the Whole met Tuesday, June 26.

How much has United Twp HSD 30 overspent over the past 10 years?

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 5, 2018

United Township High School District 30 accumulated $2.34 million in debt between fiscal years 2008 and 2017, according to a Rock Island Today analysis of public schools data.

How much has Wethersfield CUSD 230 overspent over the past 10 years?

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 4, 2018

Wethersfield Community Unit School District 230 accumulated $3.76 million in debt between fiscal years 2008 and 2017, according to a Rock Island Today analysis of public schools data.

Rock Island board member Simmer campaigning for what's important to the community

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 3, 2018

In the midst of his Rock Island County board re-election campaign in the 18th District, Rod Simmer is still making the time to stand up for the things he believes are a top priority to the community.

Bohnsack committee reports nearly $1K in contributions during first quarter

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 3, 2018

Committee to Elect Jim Bohnsack, a candidate committee, reported receiving $1,057 from Jan. 1 through March 31, according to its first quarter report to the Illinois State Board of Elections.

How much has Moline-Coal Valley CUSD 40 overspent over the past 10 years?

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 3, 2018

Moline-Coal Valley Community Unit School District 40 accumulated $48.18 million in debt between fiscal years 2008 and 2017, according to a Rock Island Today analysis of public schools data.

DeFrieze seeks re-election to Mercer County board to help get community back on stable footing

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 2, 2018

Christopher DeFrieze relishes the responsibility of being a voice for the people of his community.

Orton sees service as obligation, calls for fewer regulations

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 2, 2018

Jeffery Orton’s re-election run for the Henry County board is about continuing the responsibility that he believes belongs to every resident.

Taxpayers foot hefty retirements for Rock Island County pensioners

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 2, 2018

Rock Island County’s highest-paid government retirees, none of whom are educators, administrators or first responders, all receive more than six figures in annual pensions, according to a report recently issued by the Illinois Policy Institute (IPI).