On Thursday, October 17, 2024, Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) will visit Silvis to announce and provide updates on his funding request from the federal government to replace sewers and upgrade the city’s infrastructure. Media are permitted to attend both the tour of the storm sewer site on 3rd Street and the press conference, and Sorensen will be made […]
Today, Congressman Eric Sorensen, running for reelection in Illinois’ 17th Congressional District, joined Rock Island County farmers to accept an official endorsement from the Illinois Farm Bureau’s political action committee, ACTIVATOR. “For over 20 years as a meteorologist, I worked to protect family farmers from dangerous storms—now, I’m fighting to protect their livelihoods in Congress,” said Sorensen. “I’m honored […]
SAL Community Services (SAL) has been awarded more than $13 million to sustain and expand its programs that deliver vital services to local families across the Quad Cities and central Illinois. This funding is a continuation of previous grants, ensuring that SAL can maintain its existing programs while also responding to emerging community needs. “The […]
MercyOne Genesis Spiritual Care will host Open Arms, the annual remembrance service for families who have experienced a miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss. The service will be inside the mausoleum at 10 a.m. Saturday, October 19, at Oakdale Memorial Gardens, 2501 Eastern Ave., Davenport. October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. Every year, thousands […]
The newest offering from Bummer City, Inc., the Take Cover Tiki Club, is now open in downtown Moline! th with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 3:00pm. The media and the public are invited to join City leaders and staff and the Take Cover crew for this celebration. Take Cover Tiki Club’s craft cocktail menu offers […]
Today, Congressman Eric Sorensen will join Rock Island County farmers and Illinois Farm Bureau leaders a family farm in Taylor Ridge, where they will discuss the status of the farm bill, the effects of severe weather on farms, and Sorensen’s efforts on behalf of Illinois producers. This visit follows the endorsement of Sorensen’s campaign by the Illinois […]
FIV Cats are Positively Adoptable! Cats with Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) can live long, healthy, and happy lives—just like any other cat! All they need is love, care, and a forever family. Come meet Gilbert and our FIV-positive cats and discover why they’re just as adoptable as any other feline friend! Get ready for a paws-itively […]
The Alpha Tau Chapter of Western Illinois University’s Alpha Gamma Rho (AGR) Fraternity will host the 32nd annual Smokin’ Hog philanthropy event Saturday, Oct. 19 at the fraternity house, located at 1010 N. Lafayette St. in Macomb. The annual, family-friendly fundraising event raises money to distribute back to community organizations. Last year, AGR was able […]
Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) is now accepting applications from high school students in Illinois’ 17th Congressional District seeking nominations to a U.S. Service Academy for the Fall 2025 term. The deadline for applications is Friday, November 1, 2024, at 5:00 P.M CT. “These institutions shape our future leaders, and I’m excited to help our local high […]
More than 50 vendors and 400 people are expected to celebrate the last day of Hispanic Heritage Month on Tuesday, October 15th from 3 to 5 pm at The Gathering (335 5th Avenue, Moline). The free block party features arts & crafts, a bouncy house, free tacos, books, & snow cones. The Glenview Middle School Mariachi […]
