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NW IL Connected @nwilconnected.bsky.social · 2h

SEVERE drought rolls on around parts of Quad Cities

The Thursday drought update is out – and it has no real good news for our area. Moderate and Severe drought continue around our part of Illinois and Iowa. The worst of the drought right now i…

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NW IL Connected @nwilconnected.bsky.social · 2h

Narratives QC buys old Theo's Java Café space

Narratives QC buys old Theo’s Java Café space

A downtown Rock Island favorite is about to make another comeback. Mental health nonprofit group Narratives QC bought the old Theo’s Java Café space earlier this month. A social media post in…

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NW IL Connected @nwilconnected.bsky.social · 2h

Interview with Belle from Beauty and the Beast in Moline

Moline hosted a great Halloween event on Thursday evening at what is normally called Bass Street Landing – Thursday it was temporarily renamed BOO Street Landing! Check out this nice intervie…

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NW IL Connected @nwilconnected.bsky.social · 3h

Maddie Anspaugh sparks Rockford Christian to 4th straight regional title, now wants more

Find out how Maddie Anspaugh and the Rockford Christian volleyball team did at regional finals, and what's next for them.

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NW IL Connected @nwilconnected.bsky.social · 3h

Kirkland's Home stores set to close, will not be converted to Bed Bath & Beyond

Reports of Kirkland's Home locations closing have begun to appear. Here's where USA TODAY has confirmed closures.

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NW IL Connected @nwilconnected.bsky.social · 4h

Project NICU helps newborns celebrate first Halloween

In the spirit of Halloween, hand-made costumes have been donated for infants in the NICU at UnityPoint Trinity Bettendorf. The costumes were made by a handful of volunteers organized by Project NIC…

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NW IL Connected @nwilconnected.bsky.social · 5h

The Heart of the Story: For the love of a scooter

Our Quad Cities News is partnering with award-winning journalist Gary Metivier for The Heart of the Story. Each week, Gary showcases inspiring stories of everyday people doing cool stuff, enjoying …

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NW IL Connected @nwilconnected.bsky.social · 5h

Traffic Alert: 3rd St. in Davenport becomes two-way November 6

3rd St., Davenport, becomes two-way November 6

Next Thursday on November 6 at 5 a.m., 3rd Street in Davenport will turn into a two-way road between Marquette Street and River Drive. It’s the completion of the first of two steps for a $14.…

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NW IL Connected @nwilconnected.bsky.social · 6h

Davenport Police investigate possible gunfire

According to a release from the Davenport Police Department, on October 30 at approximately 3:27 p.m., Davenport Police, Fire and Medic EMS responded to the 3100 block of W. 52nd Street for a repor…

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NW IL Connected @nwilconnected.bsky.social · 6h

Make laundry day smarter with LG appliance deals this holiday season

Shop LG appliance deals with free delivery, installation, haul-away and up to $250 off washers and dryers with smart features and energy efficiency.

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NW IL Connected @nwilconnected.bsky.social · 6h

Explore our universe at John Deere Planetarium

INTERVIEW: John Deere Planetarium open house

You can get amazing scientific glimpses into outer space and dinosaurs in one night! Lee Carkner joined Our Quad Cities News with details on the fall open house at Augustana College’s John De…

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NW IL Connected @nwilconnected.bsky.social · 6h

All aboard for fun at Society of Model Engineers Train Club's open house

INTERVIEW: Model train club open house

All aboard! Whether it’s being a little kid again or discovering a whole new interest, you can check out the world of model railroading! Ronald Rahn joined Our Quad Cities News to talk about …

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NW IL Connected @nwilconnected.bsky.social · 7h

Graduation rates climb at Rockford Public Schools, chronic absenteeism remains too high

Rockford Public Schools saw improvement in some areas and no improvement in others. Here's the latest from the Illinois Report Card.

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NW IL Connected @nwilconnected.bsky.social · 7h

IHSA football playoffs: How to buy tickets and stream Illinois high school football games

IHSA playoff tickets and streams: Direct links to every Peoria-area team selling tickets and offering online video streams.

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NW IL Connected @nwilconnected.bsky.social · 8h

Shh! Béis secretly launched early Black Friday deals with 25% off best-sellers 👀

Shh! Béis secretly launched early Black Friday deals with 25% off best-sellers 👀

Score 25% off popular Béis luggage and travel bags at the brand's early Black Friday sale, with travel deals on viral favorites.

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NW IL Connected @nwilconnected.bsky.social · 8h

After 2 brain surgeries, Dylan Manning's health improves as Rochelle prepares for playoffs

As his Hubs get set to travel to Geneseo for a Round 1 game, get the latest update on Rochelle RB Dylan Manning's improvements

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NW IL Connected @nwilconnected.bsky.social · 9h

Pritzker to send $20M to food banks as 1.8M Illinoisans face loss of SNAP benefits

The State of Illinois administers approximately $350 million in federal SNAP benefits per month.

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NW IL Connected @nwilconnected.bsky.social · 10h

AmeriCorps Seniors Volunteer Program helps Muscatine County address community needs

There’s a new way for seniors to address critical needs in Muscatine County. United Way Muscatine County is launching its AmeriCorps Seniors Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP). The program…

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NW IL Connected @nwilconnected.bsky.social · 11h

Sunset Lane, Rock Island, to close for pavement work

Rock Island is taking steps to extend the life of the pavement on Sunset Lane. The city’s Public Works Department will apply an asphalt rejuvenator to Sunset Lane between 18th Avenue and 31st Avenu…

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NW IL Connected @nwilconnected.bsky.social · 11h

Pritzker asks Trump administration to give families 'a break' over Halloween weekend

Gov. Pritzker is asking the federal government to give Illinois children and families "a break" and pause federal operations over Halloween weekend.

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NW IL Connected @nwilconnected.bsky.social · 11h

See monkey get loose, cause mayhem in Spirit Halloween store

Video shows the monkey swinging through the rafters while wearing a diaper.

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NW IL Connected @nwilconnected.bsky.social · 12h

Ready for a holiday glow up? Save up to 40% on skincare at Amazon's beauty event

Shop Amazon's holiday beauty event with bonus flash deals and extra discounts!

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NW IL Connected @nwilconnected.bsky.social · 12h

MLK Center Thanksgiving goal - give away 7,000 free meals

MLK Center Thanksgiving goal – give away 7,000 free meals

The Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center (MLK Center) invites the Quad Cities to its 36th annual Thanksgiving event. Everyone is welcome to enjoy a delicious, free Thanksgiving meal including tu…

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NW IL Connected @nwilconnected.bsky.social · 12h

From puffer jackets to puffer sneakers—Skechers will keep you cozy this winter

Stay warm for winter with Skechers Cozy Fit Apparel featuring lightweight insulation, quilted comfort and matching footwear for head-to-toe coziness.

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NW IL Connected @nwilconnected.bsky.social · 12h

Visit Quad Cities marks 35 years at Destination QC! event

Visit Quad Cities is marking 35 years of tourism during its annual Destination QC! event on November 13 at Rhythm City Casino Resort, 7077 Elmore Avenue in Davenport. Speakers will include national…

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