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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Rock Island County in week ending Mar. 9

By Rock Island Today Reports | Mar 15, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Rock Island County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 9, according to GasBuddy.com.

Representative Dan Swanson Calls for Ethics Reform and Protecting Jobs for Workers with Disabilities

By Rock Island Today Reports | Mar 15, 2024

Representative Dan Swanson recently issued a Capitol News Update on March 15, addressing important issues such as ethics reform and protecting jobs for workers with disabilities in Illinois. In light of Ethics Awareness Month, Swanson emphasized the need to combat corruption in government, particularly in the wake of former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan's federal indictment. Swanson highlighted the introduction of House Bill 4119 by House Republican Leader Tony McCombie, which aims to prohibit elected officials from using campaign funds for legal defense, a practice...

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Henry County in week ending Mar. 9?

By Rock Island Today Reports | Mar 14, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Henry County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 9, according to GasBuddy.com.

Q4 2023 Recap: 3 parolees from Rock Island County convicted of crimes involving weapons set for supervised release

By Rock Island Today Reports | Mar 14, 2024

There were three offenders convicted of crimes involving weapons living in Rock Island County released on parole during the fourth quarter of 2023, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Rock Island Today.

Senator Anderson Pushes for Education Transparency with New Bill

By Rock Island Today Reports | Mar 14, 2024

State Senator Neil Anderson (R-Andalusia) is advocating for increased transparency in education with the introduction of Senate Bill 2772, which aims to enhance parental awareness of classroom materials and curriculum details by mandating schools to publish this information on district websites.Speaking about the importance of parental involvement in education, Senator Anderson emphasized, "Parents should know what their children are being taught in school, so they can serve as an active participant in their child’s education. Imagine, as a parent, knowing that your sixth...

Prairie State taxes: Mercer County residents rank 72nd in total sales taxes paid for December 2023

By Rock Island Today Reports | Mar 13, 2024

Mercer County residents paid $154,193 in sales taxes, ranking 72nd in total sales taxes paid per county in December 2023.

Q4 2023 Recap: 1 parolee from Rock Island County convicted of a financial crime or fraud set for supervised release

By Rock Island Today Reports | Mar 13, 2024

There was one offender convicted of a financial crime or fraud living in Rock Island County released on parole during the fourth quarter of 2023, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Rock Island Today.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Mercer County in week ending Mar. 9?

By Rock Island Today Reports | Mar 13, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Mercer County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 9, according to GasBuddy.com.

Rep. Swanson Recognizes Illinois Ag Leaders

By Rock Island Today Reports | Mar 13, 2024

State Representative Dan Swanson (R-Alpha) extended a warm welcome to the Illinois FFA students and leaders of the Illinois Beef Association as they gathered in the House of Representatives chamber on Wednesday, March 13, 2024.In his address, Rep. Swanson acknowledged the significance of the agriculture industry in Illinois by recognizing the presence of these esteemed guests. He expressed his appreciation for their dedication and contributions to the state's agricultural sector.The visit of Illinois FFA students and Illinois Beef Association leaders to the House of...