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Quad City Animal Welfare Center Celebrating Volunteers

Quad City Animal Welfare Center Celebrating Volunteers

This week, Quad City Animal Welfare Center shining the spotlight on our amazing volunteers! They play a vital role in everything we do from enriching the lives of animals in our care, assisting at our Spay/Neuter & Wellness Clinic, fostering animals in need, helping at events, cleaning, to supporting behind the scenes with administrative work. […]

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Illinois Congressman Sorensen Comments on Thomson Prison Exposure Incident

Illinois Congressman Sorensen Comments on Thomson Prison Exposure Incident

THOMSON, IL – Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) issued the following statement on the Thomson Prison exposure incident: “My prayers are with the Thomson Prison correctional officers who were exposed to possibly dangerous drugs or substances, and I am currently in touch with officials at the prison to assess the situation,” said Congressman Eric Sorensen. “Dangerous […]

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Kindergarten Roundup Begins For Rock Island Schools

Kindergarten Roundup Begins For Rock Island Schools

Mark your calendars! Children who turn five on or before September 1, 2025, are eligible to start school in the 2025-2026 school year in the Rock Island-Milan School District. Below are the upcoming Kindergarten Round-Up dates for all elementary schools. For more information, please visit: https://rockislandmilansd41il.sites.thrillshare.com/…

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Eat At Panera, Help Local Animal Shelters Find Pets Loving Homes

Eat At Panera, Help Local Animal Shelters Find Pets Loving Homes

Raise Some Dough! Wednesday, April 16, from 4-8 PM, head to Panera (4044 38th Ave, Moline, IL) and enjoy a meal that makes a difference! 25% of your total purchase will be donated to QCAWC when you: Dine In – Drive-Thru – Pick-Up or Get Delivery! Enter Promo Code FUND4U at checkout or show the […]

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Western Illinois University Law Enforcement Student Colbert Describes Her Journey

Western Illinois University Law Enforcement Student Colbert Describes Her Journey

Current Western Illinois University Law Enforcement and Justice Administration (LEJA) senior JayLhien Colbert describes WIU as a place that fosters growth—a second home that inspires students to embrace their journey. “When I think about WIU, I think about growth, opportunity and the incredible people who make it feel like home,” Colbert said. “It’s a place that challenges […]

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Get Your Illinois And Iowa Pets Checked For Heartworm This Month

Get Your Illinois And Iowa Pets Checked For Heartworm This Month

April is National Heartworm Awareness Month! Did you know that one mosquito bite could put your dog’s life at risk? Here’s how heartworm disease happens: A mosquito bites an infected dog and picks up tiny worms (microfilaria). The worms develop inside the mosquito and are passed to another dog through a bite. Over time, the […]

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Eric Sorensen

Congressman Sorensen Honors Blake Schwarz on House Floor, Urges Passage of Suicide Prevention Bill

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) honored former Thomson Federal Correctional Institution Officer Blake Schwarz on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives and urged House leadership to swiftly pass the Corrections Officer Blake Schwarz Suicide Prevention Act. The legislation would help provide mental health support for corrections officers across the country […]

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Midwest Technical Institute To Host Annual High School Welding Competition

Midwest Technical Institute To Host Annual High School Welding Competition

MOLINE, Ill. – Midwest Technical Institute (MTI) is set to host the 2025 High School Welding Competition at its East Peoria campus on Saturday, April 12. Registration begins at 7 a.m. and the competition begins promptly at 8 a.m. Seniors must RSVP to secure their spot in the competition by contacting their local MTI campus or visiting MidwestTech.edu. “Welding can […]

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