04 Aug 2017

TIMBER LAKE PLAYHOUSE TO OFFER CULT CLASSIC LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS OPENING THURSDAY

By Dan Danielowski

MOUNT CARROLL – Timber Lake Playhouse, the professional summer theatre of Northwest Illinois, will present the final show of its summer subscription series, Little Shop of Horrors, Thursday, August 10th through Sunday, August 20th at the playhouse in Mount Carroll. Acclaimed Chicago director, Lili-Anne Brown (Hairspray, Cabaret, Sweet Charity), returns to direct the musical.

04 Aug 2017

Senate Passes Bipartisan Bill Curbing Crimes Against Seniors

By Grassley Press

WASHINGTON – The Senate passed bipartisan legislation to step up enforcement against perpetrators of crimes targeting senior citizens.  The Elder Abuse Prevention and Protection Act of 2017, introduced by Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) and Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), passed by a voice vote Tuesday evening.

04 Aug 2017

Gov. Rauner acts to increase fairness and speed in administrative hearing process

By Laurel Patrick

Signs Executive Order 2017-04 to expand efforts at reducing the legal burdens on Illinois citizens and businesses 

SPRINGFIELD (August 2, 2017) – Gov. Bruce Rauner today signed Executive Order 2017-04 to improve and streamline Illinois state government. This action reaffirms the administration’s commitment to transforming administrative law in Illinois. The goal of enhancing justice was the driving force behind the Administrative Hearings Executive Order.

04 Aug 2017

LOCAL MEMBER APPOINTED TO NATIONAL POSITION

By Amberly Ramsey

Miona Morrell of Davenport, Iowa, a member of Canfield-Hughes Auxiliary #9128 participated in the 104th National Convention of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary held July 22-26 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, La.

The convention marked the beginning of her 2017-2018 term as National Color Bearer #3.

04 Aug 2017

Gov. Reynolds congratulates Whirlpool on adding 500 new Iowa jobs

By Brenna Smith

(DES MOINES) – Gov. Kim Reynolds congratulated Whirlpool on Wednesday after learning of the company’s intention to hire at least 500 new Iowa workers by the end of August:

“Whirlpool’s hiring announcement this week is another in a string of victories for Iowa’s economy. We’re always looking for opportunities to build a better Iowa.

04 Aug 2017

SCC Foundation adds new Board of Directors

By Lysa Hegland

The Scott Community College Foundation (SCCF) is pleased to share that they recently added two new Board of Directors to the Foundation.

Chris Lewis

04 Aug 2017

Iowa State Fair Grandstand Tickets Still Available

By Mindy Williamson

DES MOINES, IA (08/02/2017) (readMedia)-- Just a few short days remain to purchase your tickets for the 2017 Iowa State Fair Grandstand entertainment sponsored by US Cellular.

Great seats are still available for the following shows:

August 10: for KING & COUNTRY with special guest Matt Maher $30, $35, $45

August 11: Nickelback with special guests Pop Evil and Shaman's Harvest $52, $62, $72

04 Aug 2017

ICC Celebrates Spring 2017 Graduates

By Valerie Welsh

EAST PEORIA, IL (08/02/2017)-- ICC celebrated its 2017 Commencement on May 20, 2017, at the Peoria Civic Center in Peoria, Ill. More than 300 students participated in the ceremony.

Local students completing degree/certificate requirements for the Spring 2017 semester include:

Cody Morris of Geneseo, Ill. - an Associate in Applied Science Degree

Kodee Mital of Milan, Ill. - an Associate in Science Degree

04 Aug 2017

McCombie Statement on the Governor’s Amendatory Veto of SB 1

By David Kubik

SPRINGFIELD – Today State Representative Tony McCombie (IL – 71) released the following statement in support of the Governor’s amendatory veto of Senate Bill 1:

04 Aug 2017

Dr. Waseem Ahmad New Sleep Center Director

By Craig Cooper

DAVENPORT, Iowa – Aug. 3, 2017 – Waseem Ahmad, M.D., has been named medical director of the Genesis Sleep Disorders Center. In addition, he serves as Medical Director of Neurodiagnostics at Genesis Medical Center, Davenport and Genesis Medical Center, Silvis.

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