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Illinois unemployment rate ticks up in March
The unemployment rate across Illinois rose +0.1 percentage point over the month in March to 5.1%, the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) reported. According to the monthly jobs report, released today, May 1, unemployment also was up +0.5 percentage…
Iowa 80 Truckers Jamboree attracts 53,000 people
WALCOTT, Iowa – The 45th anniversary Walcott Truckers Jamboree brought in more than 53,000 people,…
U-Haul offers free storage to local storm victims
In the wake of the severe storms Monday night, July 15, that struck parts of…
Genesis Medical Center, Aledo earns Lilypad Award honors
ALEDO, Illinois – Genesis Medical Center, Aledo has been recognized as one of the top…
Rock Island County-owned farmland awarded 5-STAR conservation rating
Through the efforts of the Rock Island County Board and farmer Mike Breiby, the land…
Hearing set for proposed Iowa American rate hike in Des Moines
A public hearing has been set for Iowa American Water Company’s proposed water rate increase.…
Illowa Council hosts Scouting Clays fundraiser
Illowa Council Scouting America will host its 27th Annual Scouting Clays Classic on Friday and…
Freymann Photography opens shop in East Moline
Emily Freymann’s dream came true Saturday morning, July 13. After years of working and planning,…
Ascentra awards $11,000 in scholarships
The Ascentra Scholarship Program has awarded its 2024 scholarships to 11 area student members of…
St. Ambrose named by Money as one of America’s Best
St. Ambrose University is celebrating another national recognition. Money.com recently published its annual list of…
Molly’s Cupcakes closing shop in Bettendorf
Molly’s Cupcakes is closing its Bettendorf store. The business, located at 2503 53rd Ave., will…
Nielsen named president of Iowa American Water
Brad Nielsen has been named the new president of Iowa American Water. Mr. Nielsen, the…
Henry County names Wolf new tourism director
CAMBRIDGE, Illinois – The Henry County Tourism Bureau has selected Kelly Wolf, an experienced tourism/hospitality…
Crawford Brew Works celebrates opening of new kitchen
Adam Isaacson recently took a look at the menu for Crawford Brew Works’ new kitchen.…
Iowa Travel Industry Partners group shares wins, sets new goals
The Iowa Travel Industry Partners (iTIP) recently shared its fiscal year 2024 wins, introduced its…
Soft landing could be ahead for US, Deere economist says
Despite high interest rates and other challenges, the U.S. economy is not likely to experience…
