July, 2018 Stories | Dupage Policy Journal

Henry County passes gun rights resolution

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 20, 2018

Henry and Mercer counties are among 40 counties statewide that passed or are considering a resolution declaring themselves “Sanctuary Counties for Gun Owners,” according to the Illinois State Rifle Association (ISRA).

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Henry County clerk and recorder candidate wants a revamped campaign season

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 20, 2018

Jon Zahm thinks the campaign season in Illinois is too long and comes at the wrong time of year.

From Illinois Business Daily

Northwestern University tops in Illinois for men's athletic student aid

By Rock Island Today Reports | 6 years ago

Northwestern University spends $45,311 per player on student aid for its men’s team athletes -- the highest rate among Illinois colleges -- according to an Illinois Business Daily analysis of U.S. Department of Education data.

Toulon FPD responds to 12 fires in 2017

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 19, 2018

Toulon Fire Protection District responded to 18 calls in 2017 - 38.5 percent more than the previous year, according to data from the National Fire Incident Reporting System.

From Prairie State Wire

Election board deadlocks on what to do about Mautino

By Rock Island Today Reports | 6 years ago

Despite an ongoing federal investigation, the Illinois State Board of Elections is having a difficult time deciding whether or not the state’s auditor general is guilty of corruption.

Silvis FD responds to 34 fires in 2017

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 18, 2018

Silvis Fire Department responded to 77 calls in 2017 - 8.3 percent less than the previous year, according to data from the National Fire Incident Reporting System.

City of Aledo City Council met July 16

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 18, 2018

City of Aledo City Council met 6:30 p.m. Monday, July 16.

City of Aledo Historic Preservation Commission will meet July 17

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 18, 2018

City of Aledo Historic Preservation Commission will meet at 6:45 p.m. Tuesday, July 17.

City of East Moline City Council met July 16

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 18, 2018

City of East Moline City Council met 6:30 p.m. Monday, July 16.

City of East Moline Park Board met July 10

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 18, 2018

City of East Moline Park Board met 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 10.

WESTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY RIVERFRONT CAMPUS: WIU School of Ag and University Union Board to host BBQ Competition Sept. 15

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 18, 2018

The Western Illinois University School of Agriculture and the University Union Board (UUB) are kicking off the 2018 Leatherneck Football season in a "pig" way by hosting the inaugural Food, Family, Farming, Football BBQ Competition Saturday, Sept. 15 during tailgating in Q-lot.

EAST MOLINE PUBLIC LIBRARY: Mindful Eating to be held July 23

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 18, 2018

Kristin Bogdonas (Nutrition and Wellness educator will discuss how Mindful Eating brings attention to our food choices and eating behaviors.

CITY OF ROCK ISLAND: Technology Open Lab to be held July 20

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 18, 2018

Monthly drop-in technology help.

WESTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY RIVERFRONT CAMPUS: Positioning Western Illinois University for the Future

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 18, 2018

Western Illinois University is making investments in its academic programs and service operations that will keep Western on the leading edge and position the institution for growth.

CITY OF ROCK ISLAND: Blank Park Zoo Show and Tell to be held July 19

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 18, 2018

Join a Blank Park Zoo educator as we explore the wonders of the animal kingdom!

Rock Island County clerk candidate Russell Christ offers new approach to county business

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 17, 2018

Rock Island County clerk candidate Russell Christ is serious about getting Illinois back on track on the local scale.

McCombie discusses workforce development at John Deere factory

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 17, 2018

Long a champion of the value of education, Rep. Tony McCombie (R-Savanna) recently met with company representatives at the John Deere factory in Moline to talk about workforce development.

Mercer Co. sheriff candidate ups ante in fight against drug abuse

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 17, 2018

An emphasis on curtailing drug abuse and enhancing community relations between law enforcement and citizens – set against a backdrop of doing more with fewer resources – are key priorities Dusty Terrill says would mark his administration as Mercer County Sheriff.