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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 14m

We found hot deals for cool sleepers: Save $300 on Saatva’s Contour5 mattress

Shop Saatva’s fall mattress sale and save up to $300 on top-rated beds like the Classic hybrid and Contour5 memory foam for the ultimate in comfort.

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 29m

Henderson County deputy earn award for saving driver's life

Henderson County deputy earn award for saving driver’s life

Deputy Dominic Barszczewski has been honored with the Henderson County Sheriff’s Office Life Saving Award for his commendable actions on Oct. 10, 2025, a news release says. Deputy Dominic Bar…

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 44m

Public invited to welcome home Honor Flight veterans at Moline airport

The Quad Cities Honor Flight Welcome Home will be at the Quad Cities International Airport at about 10 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 28, a news release says. This will be a chance for anyone to welcome and ch…

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 59m

See the essentially unchanged Midwest region gas prices from last week

Here's a look at how weekly regional gas prices changed in Midwest last week compared with the week prior.

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 1h

Halloween means a Chipotle 'Boorito' deal, an online costume contest

Chipotle's Halloween events include a $6 "Boorito" deal for those who wear costumes and a TikTok costume contest for a $500 VIP card for free food.

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 1h

The luxe Augustinus Bader Advent calendar is the ultimate skincare splurge

Shop Augustinus Bader’s 2025 beauty Advent calendar now. The 12 Days of Bader gift set includes luxury skincare valued at $881, for $675.

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 2h

Aledo native Suzy Bogguss inducted into Grand Ole Opry

INTERVIEW: Country star Suzy Bogguss

Talk about some homegrown talent! An Aledo native and country music star was recently inducted into the Grand Ole Opry! Suzy Bogguss sat down with Our Quad Cities News to talk about her musical jou…

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 2h

Rain or shine, hit the greens with Saukie Golf Course's simulator

INTERVIEW: Saukie Golf Course simulator

The weather might be getting colder, but that doesn’t have to mean your golf season has to be over. Todd Winter joined Our Quad Cities News to talk about Saukie Golf Course’s golf simul…

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 2h

OpenAI launches ChatGPT-powered web browser. What to know before downloading.

ChatGPT Atlas is a free internet browser that can regurgitate browser history, provide writing help and complete basic ordered tasks.

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 3h

Where is 'Love is Blind' going next? What we know so far about Season 10.

After Season 9 wrapped, "Love is Blind" fans may be ready for more. Here's what we know so far about the next season.

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 3h

Shop Walmart's 2025 Thanksgiving meal deal for 10 for under $4 per person

Walmart has announced its best Thanksgiving meal deal yet for 2025, featuring popular brands like Butterball and Stove Top.

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 3h

Video shows suspected space junk being found on remote Australian road

The suspected space junk was found by mining personal in Australia and a multi-agency investigation has been launched as a result.

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 3h

Illinois to see first frost of season tonight. Here's the forecast

Parts of Illinois are expected to get their first frost of the season tonight as temperatures dip near freezing. See details about frost advisories.

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 4h

Save an extra 20% on Brooklinen bedding, robes and pajamas with this code

Ahead of the holidays, treat your home to a bedroom refresh or grab a gift for a loved one with an additional 20% off Brooklinen best-sellers.

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 4h

LoveSac offering 40% off as thank you to military, first responders, teachers

Your couch should fit your lifestyle, and it can with a LoveSac modular sofa. Save 40% with a verified military discount now!

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 4h

Ross Dress for Less opens 36 new stores. See where they are located.

Discount retailer Ross Stores has recently opened new Ross Dress for Less stores and dd's DISCOUNTS stores.

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 5h

Want to go on a Friendsgiving ski trip? Lock in 50% off Epic Friend Tickets now

Buy an Epic pass before November 16 for Epic Friend Tickets, 50% off lift passes and access to resorts like Vail, Breckenridge, Whistler Blackcomb.

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 5h

Will military members be paid on Oct. 31? What we know so far

Military service members have remained on duty during the government shutdown because they are considered essential.

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 5h

The Fresh Market opened these 2 stores nearly a year ago. They're now closing.

The closures come after The Fresh Market analyzed its entire portfolio. The company said it is on a growth trajectory and is focused on opening stores in new markets.

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 5h

Where Illinois basketball is ranked in preseason USA TODAY coaches poll for 2025-26

Illinois basketball is ranked No. 14 in the preseason USA TODAY coaches poll. It was No. 17 in The Associated Press poll.

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 5h

Walmart's Thanksgiving meal can feed 10 for about $40. Here's what's in it.

Walmart's annual Thanksgiving and holiday meal deal is back and will feed 10 people for lest than $4 each.

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 6h

'Group 7' is taking off on TikTok and no, it doesn't have anything to do with '6-7'

A new TikTok trend has users identifying with "Group 7," thanks to an indie rock artist's mission to promote her new single. Here's what it means.

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 6h

Your tailgate is about to be lit with the Halftime Smoker

Upgrade your BBQ game with the Halftime Smoker. Juicy, smoky perfection in half the time. Shop live deals to save big on this game-changing grill.

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 7h

Illinois agency says ICE agents are 'flipping and modifying' state-issued license plates

An Illinois agency head is hearing that federal agents are "flipping and modifying" state-issued license plates.

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 7h

Season outlooks for USA TODAY Sports college basketball preseason Top 25 rankings

The USA TODAY Sports men's basketball preseason poll is out. Who are the top contenders? Season outlooks for the Top 25 teams in the rankings.

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