U.S. Army and Illinois National Guard commission 12 new Second Lieutenants
This past weekend, the U.S. Army and Illinois Army National Guard commissioned 12 Second Lieutenants during a ceremony for the ROTC Leatherneck Battalion at Western Illinois University. These young individuals have earned the right to pin on the "gold bar", having completed rigorous military training while also fulfilling college classroom requirements. We extend our congratulations to each of them as they embark on this challenging journey.
How did home valuation prices perform in Henry County in March 2024, compared to March 2023?
In March, the median sale price of a home in Henry County rose by $9,300 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales decreased by 28.6%.
Prairie State sales taxes: Henry County residents paid 25th-largest sum in February
Henry County residents paid $640,264 in sales taxes, the 25th highest total paid per county in February.
- Capitol hosts STEM day featuring school projects from AlWood and Knoxville
- Mercer County taxpayers give $22,743 in County Sales Tax in February
- Which former Rock Island Today area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon May 13?
- Rising Lyme disease cases prompt calls for increased funding and education
- Rock Island County responsible for 15th-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during February
Rock Island County collects $1.1 million in County School Facility Tax in February
In February, Rock Island County saw a decrease in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.
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Rock Island Today area weekly mass times
The following parishes in the Rock Island Today coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.
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Rock Island Today area weekly mass times
The following parishes in the Rock Island Today coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.
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Rock Island Today area weekly mass times
The following parishes in the Rock Island Today coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.
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Rock Island Today area weekly mass times
The following parishes in the Rock Island Today coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.
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Rock Island Today area weekly mass times
The following parishes in the Rock Island Today coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.
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Rock Island Today area weekly mass times
The following parishes in the Rock Island Today coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.
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Rock Island Today area weekly mass times
The following parishes in the Rock Island Today coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.
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Representative Dan Swanson Calls for Ethics Reform and Protecting Jobs for Workers with Disabilities
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...
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Senator Anderson Pushes for Education Transparency with New Bill
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...
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Rep. Swanson Recognizes Illinois Ag Leaders
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...
