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NW IL Connected @nwilconnected.bsky.social · 41m

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 · 55m

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 · 1h

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 · 1h

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 · 1h

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 · 1h

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 · 2h

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 · 2h

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 · 3h

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 · 4h

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 · 5h

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 · 6h

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 · 6h

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 · 6h

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 · 6h

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 · 7h

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 · 7h

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

Rhythm City presents Matt Mathews' 'Boujee on a Budget'

Rhythm City presents Matt Mathews’ ‘Boujee on a Budget’

Rhythm City Casino presents comedian Matt Mathews’ ‘Boujee on a Budget’ tour! According to a release, following sold-out shows nationwide, Matt Mathews extends his ‘Boujee O…

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

Kellogg's, Hy-Vee buy volleyball net system for Bettendorf Middle School

Kellogg’s, Hy-Vee buy volleyball net system for Bettendorf Middle School

Quad Cities middle-school students will now have a new volleyball net system to use, thanks to a $5,000 donation from WK Kellogg Co. through its Kellogg’s Frosted Flakes Mission Tiger initiative an…

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

Northern lights could be visible in these states the night before Halloween

While the likelihood is low, these seven states could get a chance to see the northern lights right before Halloween.

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

What time is Amazon's earnings call? Here's how to tune in.

Amazon is reporting third-quarter earnings on Thursday, days after the company announced it's laying off 14,000 people.

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

Bikes for Tykes raises money for Toys for Tots

The Quad Cities Bicycle Club is getting more kids on two wheels with Bikes for Tykes.Bike Club President, Christina Reyes, explains how the trivia night raises money for the Quad Cities Toys for To…

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

Down goes Boylan, Byron, as Rockford-area boys soccer season comes to an end in sectionals

The final 2 Rockford-area boys soccer teams, and the 2 conference champs, Boylan and Byron, are eliminated from playoffs

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

It's National Candy Corn Day! Here's everything to know about the divisive treat.

The Midwest proves to love candy corn the most. Here's what else to know about the popular Halloween treat.

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

Miller-Meeks and Bohannan react to day 29 of government shutdown

Millions of Americans are on track to be cut off from their SNAP food benefits Saturday. that’s also when open enrollment for insurance plans under the Affordable Care Act begins. The ACA web…

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