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Knox College names Jones new CFO 

GALESBURG, Ill. — Knox College announced that Scott Jones will join the college as chief financial officer and vice president for finance, effective Feb. 3, 2026. A Tuesday, Dec. 16, news release said Mr. Jones, an experienced higher education financial…

Hammond-Henry welcomes new physician to Geneseo Clinic

GENESEO, Ill. — Hammond-Henry Hospital has announced that Dr. Chad Martens has joined the staff…

Bettendorf senior living community wins award

Palmer Hills, a Holiday senior living community managed by Atria, announced Wednesday, Dec. 3,  it…

Winners Circle reception highlights ‘amazing people’ in QC

Kai Swanson loved the 2025 Winners Circle reception Wednesday night, Dec. 3, held at the…

IHMVCU donates $13,000 to six local nonprofits 

IHMVCU celebrated Giving Tuesday by distributing $13,000 to six local nonprofit organizations, as determined by…

Illinoisans urged to join nation’s 250th birthday celebration

As Illinois prepares to say goodbye to 2025, preparations are ongoing to celebrate the 250th…

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Tapestry Farms launches growing holiday gift line

Tapestry Farms is celebrating the season of giving with the launch of an expanded product…

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Lee delays special stockholder meeting 

Davenport-based newspaper publisher Lee Enterprises has postponed a special meeting of stockholders. That meeting, originally…

Arsenal to host 50th annual holiday tree lighting Friday

The Rock Island Arsenal will hold its 50th annual holiday tree lighting ceremony and celebration…

Bank of America provides free admission to Figge this weekend

Bank of America, Merrill and Bank of America Private Bank cardholders can receive free general…

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UScellular donates $5,000 in toys, supplies to Friendly House

The front lobby of the Friendly House at 1221 N. Myrtle St., Davenport, was filled…

Davenport puts 4 new electric buses on the road

Angela Lacy said the new city buses in Davenport are already a big hit with…

Coal Valley shoppers ready to welcome Fareway next year

Coal Valley residents are looking forward to shopping at this community’s new full-service Fareway Store…

Black Hawk offers free PC Optimization on Saturday 

Black Hawk College is hosting a free PC Optimization Day from 9-11 a.m., Saturday, Dec.…

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Filipino pianists to perform a free Christmas concert, “Echoes from Home,” at the Butterworth Center Dec. 18.

A Christmas concert featuring Filipino professional pianists will be held Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025, at…

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Registration open for RI Rotary Reindeer Ramble 5K

Get ready to lace up your sneakers and get into the holiday spirit at the…