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News from August 2016

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Cordova Public Library District board considers treasurer's report, new business

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 31, 2016

The Cordova Public Library District board of trustees met Thursday, July 14.

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Rock Island County Administration Committee discusses financials

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 30, 2016

The Rock Island County Administration Committee met Tuesday, July 12.

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River Valley District Library board holds audit report session

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 30, 2016

The River Valley District Library board of trustees met at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 15.

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River Valley District Library board meets to review reports

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 30, 2016

The River Valley District Library board of trustees met Monday, July 18.

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Black Hawk College holds special open session

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 30, 2016

Officials at Black Hawk College met Monday, July 25.

McGuire believes Illinois can learn from Maine's welfare reform

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 29, 2016

Brandi McGuire, Republican candidate for the state House seat in District 72 (Quad Cities), recently discussed the successful welfare reforms implemented in Maine and the opportunity for Illinois to follow suit.

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McCombie rallies for reform despite redistricting ruling

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 29, 2016

Addressing the “mess” that she said House Speaker Mike Madigan’s crew has made in Springfield, state House candidate Tony McCombie urged constituents to express their concerns via responsible voting to overcome setbacks and achieve true reform.

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Meetings to address current state, future of Rock Island parks

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 28, 2016

Two meetings are planned by Rock Island Parks and Recreation for the community to learn about and discuss the current state of Rock Island Parks and Recreation.

Moline City Council considers various ordinances

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 28, 2016

Members of the Moline City Council met Tuesday, Aug. 2.

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Rock Island Parks and Recreation Board meets, discusses financial reports

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 28, 2016

The City of Rock Island Parks and Recreation Board met Tuesday, July 19.

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Moline officials gather for Committee of the Whole meeting

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 28, 2016

The City of Moline Committee of the Whole met at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 2.

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East Moline City Council meets to discuss ordinances, resolutions

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 28, 2016

Members of the East Moline City Council met Tuesday, July 5.

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Coal Valley trustees gather to hear presentations, reports

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 28, 2016

The Village of Coal Valley board of trustees met Wednesday, July 20.

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College football preview: Northwestern defensive bench remains deep

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 26, 2016

An injury to a key player may have shown just what kind of strength Northwestern has this season.

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Moline School District No. 40 discusses policies at education board meeting

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 26, 2016

Members of the Moline School District No. 40 board of education met at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 23.

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Milan-Blackhawk Area Public Library board discusses budget approval

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 26, 2016

Members of the Milan-Blackhawk Area Public Library board met at 6 p.m. yesterday, Aug. 25.

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Sterling expects to keep winning ways going on gridiron as teams prepare for fall

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 26, 2016

With a string of consecutive winning seasons stretching back more than a decade, Sterling is used to a certain level of football excellence.

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GOP says Madigan to blame for keeping Independent Map Amendment off November ballot

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 26, 2016

The Illinois Supreme Court has ruled that the Independent Map Amendment should be kept off the November ballot.

Silvis City Council considers ordinance approval

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 25, 2016

Members of the Silvis City Council met at 4 p.m. Friday, Aug. 19.

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Moline Plan Commission holds public hearings

By Rock Island Today Reports | Aug 25, 2016

Members of the City of Moline Plan Commission met at 4 p.m. yesterday, Aug. 24.