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Representative Swanson addresses state budget cuts and proposes tax relief measures

By Rock Island Today Reports | Oct 3, 2025

Governor J.B. Pritzker has issued an executive order directing Illinois state agencies to reduce spending by 4%.

City of Moline releases October employee newsletter

By Rock Island Today Reports | Oct 3, 2025

The City of Moline has released its employee newsletter, titled "8@8," for October 3, 2025.

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Which high school alumni from Rock Island Metro area will play in games during the week starting Monday, Oct. 6?

By Rock Island Today Reports | Oct 3, 2025

The week beginning Monday, Oct. 6 will showcase these former Rock Island Metro area high school standouts.

Moline announces free family Halloween festival at Bass Street Landing

By Rock Island Today Reports | Oct 2, 2025

Families in Moline are invited to attend the Boo!

Rock Island County Education: 1,564 multiracial students enrolled in school districts in 2023-24 school year

By Rock Island Today Reports | Oct 2, 2025

In the 2023-24 school year, 7% of students enrolled in Rock Island County school districts identified as multiracial.

How many multiracial students were enrolled in Mercer County districts in 2023-24 school year?

By Rock Island Today Reports | Oct 1, 2025

In Mercer County school districts, 44 multiracial students were enrolled in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

UnityPoint Health centers receive national accreditation for breast cancer care

By Rock Island Today Reports | Oct 1, 2025

Three cancer care centers operated by UnityPoint Health have received national accreditation for their breast cancer care services.

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Which Rock Island Metro area high school graduates are scheduled for action on Saturday, Oct. 4?

By Rock Island Today Reports | Oct 1, 2025

On Saturday, Oct. 4, these former Rock Island Metro area high school standouts will be in action.

How many multiracial students were enrolled in Henry County districts in 2023-24 school year?

By Rock Island Today Reports | Sep 30, 2025

In Henry County school districts, 341 multiracial students were enrolled in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

UnityPoint Health – Allen Hospital adds third cardiac catheterization lab amid rising demand

By Rock Island Today Reports | Sep 30, 2025

UnityPoint Health – Allen Hospital has started construction on a third cardiac catheterization laboratory to expand its capacity for cardiovascular procedures.

National VFW Day highlights ongoing support for veterans

By Rock Island Today Reports | Sep 29, 2025

The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) organization is being recognized on National VFW Day for its ongoing advocacy and support for veterans and their families.