25 Sep 2017

19th Street and 7th Avenue Intersection Closure in Moline

By Ryan Hippen
MOLINE - Beginning Monday, Sept. 25, the intersection of 19th Street and 7th Avenue will be closed through early December to accommodate the future flow of traffic and to improve access to downtown Moline when the I-74 River Bridge is built. The Illinois Department of Transportation and the City of Moline are leading the road projects at and around this intersection.
 
Road Closures:
    22 Sep 2017

    Policy teams named for criminal justice, health and social services

    By Elizabeth Tomev

    CHICAGO (Sept. 21, 2017) – The Rauner-Sanguinetti administration today announced its policy experts for criminal justice and health and social services.

    20 Sep 2017

    THURSDAY IN MOLINE AND ROCKFORD: Bustos to welcome Ranking Democrat on Ways & Means Committee, Rep. Richard Neal, for a Discussion on the future of Apprenticeship Programs

    By Jared S. Smith

    Later in Rockford, Bustos will continue her “Better Deal for our Workforce” tour with a visit to Auburn High School’s EMITT program

    20 Sep 2017

    Free Leaf Collection Program

    By Michelle Martin

    The City of Rock Island is providing free leaf collection for its residential refuse customers from Monday, October 9 through Friday, December 1, 2017, with the following conditions:

    19 Sep 2017

    Update Rock Island - Sept 19, 2017

    By Chris Castelein

    Update Rock Island is a segment at City Council meetings given by Mayor Mike Thoms focusing on news in Rock Island. The video segment from the meeting is available on YouTube.

    18 Sep 2017

    Gov. Reynolds announces pilot project focusing on inclusive civic engagement

    By Brenna Smith

    (DES MOINES) – Gov. Kim Reynolds announced a pilot project focusing on inclusive civic engagement Friday. The state of Iowa will partner with the Sigma Pi Phi Fraternity’s Grand Boule to increase participation at the state level through gubernatorial boards and commissions.

    Gov. Reynolds says the pilot project offers another way to seek qualified and diverse applicants who are strong believers in becoming an active voice in state government.

    18 Sep 2017

    Gov. Rauner takes bill action Sept. 15, 2017

    By Elizabeth Tomev

    SPRINGFIELD (Sept. 15, 2017) – Gov. Bruce Rauner took action today on the following bills:

    Bill No.: HB 0173

    An Act Concerning Public Aid

    Action: Signed

    Effective: June 1, 2018

    Bill No.: HB 0311

    An Act Concerning Regulation

    Action: Signed

    Effective: Immediately

    Bill No.: HB 0688

    An Act Concerning Public Employee Benefits

    Action: Vetoed

    15 Sep 2017

    Fire Hydrant Flushing Program

    By Michelle Martin

    The City of Rock Island’s Public Works Department will begin the Fire Hydrant Flushing Program on Monday, September 18, 2017, at 7:00 a.m. Crews will be flushing hydrants for approximately a four week period. The purpose of this program is to help maintain water quality standards and the fire protection system. Citizens may experience brief periods of discolored water or low pressure which is normal during flushing operations.

    12 Sep 2017

    Illinois Education Secretary Purvis to join national nonprofit

    By Jason Schaumburg

     Gov. Rauner lauds tireless advocacy for children, families

    CHICAGO (Sept. 11, 2017) – Secretary of Education Dr. Beth Purvis will be leaving the Office of the Governor on Friday, Sept. 15. Dr. Purvis will be joining a national nonprofit organization where she will oversee educational philanthropy.

    “Beth has been a tireless advocate for Illinois children and families,” Gov. Rauner said. “We are deeply grateful for her efforts.”

    12 Sep 2017

    Gov. Rauner arrives in Tokyo

    By Jason Schaumburg

    TOKYO (Sept. 10, 2017) – Governor Bruce Rauner arrived in Tokyo where he will start the first international trade mission of his administration. Shortly after his arrival, the governor attended the welcome reception at the Midwest U.S.-Japan Association Conference.

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