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Tuesday, July 22, 2025

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Rep. Swanson attends Mercer County SWCD meeting and Warren County 4-H auction

A recent visit to Mercer County by Rep. Norine Hammond and Illinois State Representative Daniel Swanson included attendance at the Mercer County Soil and Water Conservation District Annual Meeting.

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 21, 2025

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Federal prosecutors seek lengthy sentence for Madigan associate Michael McClain

Earlier this summer, former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan was sentenced to over seven years in federal prison due to his involvement in a statehouse corruption scandal.

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 18, 2025

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Anderson and Hammond host successful Senior Expo in Carthage

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 18, 2025

State Senator Neil Anderson and State Representative Norine Hammond concluded a successful Senior Expo in Carthage, providing free resources and services to local seniors.

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Senator Anderson and Rep. Hammond open new district office in Macomb

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 16, 2025

State Senator Neil Anderson and State Representative Norine Hammond have announced the opening of a new district office in Macomb.

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Community events bring summer fun to Illinois' 71st District

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 14, 2025

Summer in the 71st District is bustling with activities, offering residents a variety of events to enjoy.

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Moline responsible for 43rd-highest sales tax revenue per muncipality in Illinois during May

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 11, 2025

Moline residents paid approximately $2 million in sales taxes, the 43rd highest total paid per municipality in May.

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$77,846 in County Sales Tax collected in May for Henry County

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 11, 2025

In May, Henry County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Mercer County residents pay $36,916 in County Sales Tax in May

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 10, 2025

In May, Mercer County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Deadline approaches for Swanson's summer reading program

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 10, 2025

It is great to have so many local students interested in reading this summer!

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In 2022, Henry County ranks 24th among Illinois counties with 19.5% transfer dependency

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 10, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 19.5% of income in Henry County—ranking it 24th least dependent among Illinois counties.

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Rock Island County collects $512,162 in Countywide Sales Tax in May

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 9, 2025

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

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Rock Island County residents pay $9,212 in County Automobile Renting Tax in May

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 8, 2025

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

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Overview of At A Glance 2025 report released

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 8, 2025

At A Glance 2025 provides a comprehensive overview of key events and developments.

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$170,865 in County Sales Tax collected in May for Rock Island County

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 7, 2025

In May, Rock Island County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Henry County collects $482,051 in County School Facility Tax in May

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 6, 2025

In May, Henry County saw an increase in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Henry County collects $143,015 in Countywide Sales Tax in May

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 5, 2025

In May, Henry County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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$33,616 in Countywide Sales Tax collected in May for Mercer County

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 4, 2025

In May, Mercer County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Fourth of July kicks off America's 250th anniversary celebrations

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 4, 2025

The 4th of July celebrations this year hold special significance as they mark the beginning of a year-long commemoration leading up to the United States' 250th birthday on July 4, 2026.

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Henry County residents pay $238,882 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in May

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 3, 2025

In May, Henry County saw an increase in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Republicans file lawsuit against swift passage of controversial Senate Bill 328

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jul 3, 2025

Members of the Illinois House and Senate Republican caucuses have filed a lawsuit against the passage of Senate Bill 328, urging Governor Pritzker to veto it.