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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 19m

Rockford woman wins $500K after buying Illinois Lottery ticket at Walmart

A lucky woman, shopping at a Rockford Walmart, won $500,000 on an Illinois Lottery ticket.

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 24m

Illinois man arrested after pretending to be rocker Sammy Hagar

Ronnie Putnam allegedly tried to open a bank account in the name of rock musician Sammy Hagar. (MOUT VERNON POLICE PHOTO)

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 29m

Rockford woman wins $500K after buying Illinois Lottery ticket at Walmart

A lucky woman, shopping at a Rockford Walmart, won $500,000 on an Illinois Lottery ticket.

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 39m

Jamieson Community Center Hosts “Making Cents Together” Forum and Dinner

Jamieson Community Center Hosts “Making Cents Together” Forum and Dinner | Prairie Communications, LLC

Jamieson Community Center invites you to dinner and Making Cents Together on Thursday, November 6, from 5:30 – 7:00 PM as we kickoff off a new community

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 44m

Wrublik Named MWC Offensive Player of the Week

Wrublik Named MWC Offensive Player of the Week | Prairie Communications, LLC

Monmouth College junior running back Nate Wrublik (Lemont, Illinois) was named Midwest Conference Offensive Performer of the Week on Monday. This is the

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 49m

21.7 Million Americans Projected to Cruise Next Year, Setting New Record

21.7 Million Americans Projected to Cruise Next Year, Setting New Record | Prairie Communications, LLC

The cruise industry is riding a wave of momentum into 2026. AAA projects 21.7 million Americans will set sail on ocean cruises next year. That

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 1h

“A Victorian Haunting: Murder at the Mansion” returns to Ottawa Oct. 25

Guests will follow a trail of clues hidden throughout downtown Ottawa, where each stop reveals another piece of the puzzle.

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 1h

UPDATE: Jury has been picked | Inside the Courtroom: Sean Grayson trial - Day 1

UPDATE: Jury has been picked | Inside the Courtroom: Sean Grayson trial – Day 1

UPDATED (4:45 p.m.) — After roughly seven hours, a panel of 12 jurors and three alternates have been seated for the Grayson trial. Of that panel, there is one Black man on the jury. There are…

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 1h

Walmart's 'Thanksgiving Meal Basket' will feed 10 people for under $40, company claims

Walmart’s ‘Thanksgiving Meal Basket’ will feed 10 people for under $40, company claims

The basket contains over 20 items (some canned, some pre-made, some fresh) including a turkey, potatoes, stuffing mix, fried onions, pie crusts, and boxed macaroni and cheese, among other ingredien…

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 1h

Democrats block bill to end government shutdown for 11th time

The Senate on Monday voted against reopening the federal government for the 11th time, pushing the shutdown to the three-week mark with both sides at loggerheads and unable to break the impass…

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 2h

UPDATE: Jury has been picked | Inside the Courtroom: Sean Grayson trial - Day 1

UPDATE: Jury has been picked | Inside the Courtroom: Sean Grayson trial – Day 1

UPDATED (4:45 p.m.) — After roughly seven hours, a panel of 12 jurors and three alternates have been seated for the Grayson trial. Of that panel, there is one Black man on the jury. There are…

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 3h

Rooted in Results: Improving Soil Health through the Conservation Stewardship Program

Rooted in Results: Improving Soil Health through the Conservation Stewardship Program | Prairie Communications, LLC

Maximizing living roots, maximizing soil cover, maximizing biodiversity, and minimizing disturbance are the four main principles to managing soil health.

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 3h

Learn How to Uncover the Past at the Warren County Genealogical Society Open House

Learn How to Uncover the Past at the Warren County Genealogical Society Open House | Prairie Communications, LLC

Digging into your family history can bring to light long-lost relatives, hidden secrets, and even surprising connections. The volunteers with the Warren

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 3h

World-Renowned Pianist Riyad Nicolas to Perform Oct. 22 Recital at Monmouth College

World-Renowned Pianist Riyad Nicolas to Perform Oct. 22 Recital at Monmouth College | Prairie Communications, LLC

As part of Homecoming weekend festivities at Monmouth College, 2015 graduate Mariela Shaker will be formally announced as the recipient of her alma

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 11h

Rock Valley College's RAISE program empowers students with disabilities

Rock Valley College’s RAISE program empowers students with disabilities

Rock Valley College’s RAISE program continues to support students with disabilities by offering life and career skills through a two-semester course.

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 11h

Rock Valley College's RAISE program empowers students with disabilities

Rock Valley College’s RAISE program empowers students with disabilities

Rock Valley College’s RAISE program continues to support students with disabilities by offering life and career skills through a two-semester course.

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 12h

Illinois law enforcement receives $11M grant to fight car theft

Illinois law enforcement agencies have been awarded over $11 million in grant funds to combat car theft, sourced from car insurance companies, to help prevent carjackings and recover stolen vehicle…

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 12h

Rockford airport sees strong demand for American Airlines' Landline service

Rockford airport sees strong demand for American Airlines’ Landline service

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — American Airlines’ Landline service has officially launched at the Chicago Rockford International Airport, allowing passengers to go through security at Rockford befor…

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 12h

Oregon teacher joins Teach Plus Illinois fellowship to advocate for early education

OREGON, Ill. (WTVO) —A statewide fellowship has given an Oregon elementary teacher the chance to advocate for early education across the state. “I knew I wanted to teach kindergarten. I bring…

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 12h

Man arrested at Atlanta airport planned to 'shoot it up' with AR-15, police say: 'Thankful to God'

Man arrested at Atlanta airport planned to ‘shoot it up’ with AR-15, police say: ‘Thankful to God’

Police arrested a man at Atlanta’s bustling airport on Monday after getting a tip from his family that he was planning to shoot up the place, and found an assault rifle and ammunition in his …

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 12h

Man arrested at Atlanta airport planned to 'shoot it up' with AR-15, police say: 'Thankful to God'

Man arrested at Atlanta airport planned to ‘shoot it up’ with AR-15, police say: ‘Thankful to God’

Police arrested a man at Atlanta’s bustling airport on Monday after getting a tip from his family that he was planning to shoot up the place, and found an assault rifle and ammunition in his …

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 15h

Did you know Rockford, Illinois is forever linked to serial killer John Wayne Gacy? Here’s how

In 1980, Cook County Judge Louis Garippo brought the jury in Gacy’s murder trial to the Windy City from the Forest City.

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 15h

John E. Axcell

John E. Axcell | Prairie Communications, LLC

John E. Axcell, 89, of Monmouth, IL, passed away on Monday, October 20, 2025 at his home. John was born February 28, 1936 in Ohio Grove Township, Warren

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 15h

Did you know Rockford, Illinois is forever linked to serial killer John Wayne Gacy? Here’s how

In 1980, Cook County Judge Louis Garippo brought the jury in Gacy’s murder trial to the Windy City from the Forest City.

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Northern IL Connected @noilconnected.bsky.social · 15h

John E. Axcell

John E. Axcell | Prairie Communications, LLC

John E. Axcell, 89, of Monmouth, IL, passed away on Monday, October 20, 2025 at his home. John was born February 28, 1936 in Ohio Grove Township, Warren

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