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Rock Falls City Council to Meet Nov. 3
The Rock Falls City Council has scheduled its regular meeting for Monday, Nov. 3, 2026.
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Memorial Hospital Chef to Teach Roux Cooking Class Dec. 10 in Carthage
Memorial Hospital Head Chef Amber Clark will lead a hands-on class on making a roux on Thursday, Dec. 10, in the hospital's Health & Wellness Center Teaching Kitchen.
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Fire Marshal Urges Illinois Residents to Check Smoke, CO Alarms as Clocks Fall Back
The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal is reminding residents to test and replace smoke and carbon monoxide alarms when daylight saving time ends this weekend.
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Illinois DNR Lists November Events at State Parks and Historic Sites
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources has released its November calendar of events, including programs in Galesburg, Bishop Hill, Colchester and parks statewide.
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Illinois DNR Lists November Events, Including Bishop Hill Julmarknad and Firearm Deer Season
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources has released its November calendar of events at state parks, museums and historic sites statewide.
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Hy-Vee Launches Holiday Meal Deal Feeding 10 for Under $35
Hy-Vee's new Holiday Meal Deal feeds 10 people for less than $35, available in-store and online from Nov. 2 through Dec. 24.
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Free Smoke Alarm Program Promoted at Moline Fire Department
State and local fire officials gathered in Moline to promote the free Be Alarmed! smoke alarm installation program and urge every home to test its alarms.
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Illinois State Museum to Host Day of the Dead Family Day Nov. 1 in Springfield
The Illinois State Museum will hold a free Día de los Muertos Family Day with crafts, music and food from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 1.
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IVCC to Close for Election Day Nov. 3
Illinois Valley Community College's Oglesby and Ottawa Center campuses will be closed Tuesday, Nov. 3, for Election Day.
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IVCC Spring 2027 Registration Now Open
Illinois Valley Community College has opened registration for Spring 2027 classes, with walk-in scheduling available through November 4 and tuition due December 9.
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Spoon River College Outreach Offering Home Cybersecurity Course Nov. 20
Spoon River College's Community Outreach is offering a Home Cybersecurity and Account Protection course on Friday, Nov. 20, from 5:30 to 7 p.m.
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Sterling-Rock Falls YMCA Opens Registration for Youth Basketball, Cheerleading
The Sterling-Rock Falls Family YMCA is signing up pre-K through fifth graders for co-ed indoor basketball and basketball cheerleading, with the season running Nov. 2 through Dec. 19.
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Illinois Extension Offers Comfort Foods Reinvented Classes in DePue, Granville and Princeton
University of Illinois Extension is offering its Comfort Foods Reinvented program, teaching healthier ways to prepare favorite comfort dishes, in three Bureau County communities.
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Hy-Vee Offering Thanksgiving Meal Deal That Feeds 10 for Under $39
Hy-Vee says its 2026 Thanksgiving Meal Deal feeds 10 people for under $39 and is available in stores and online from Nov. 2 through Nov. 25.
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Midland States Bank to Host Cybersecurity Lunch and Learn in Rock Falls
The Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce says a free business risk and cybersecurity session is set for Nov. 3 at the McCormick Event Center.
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WIU Youth Performing Arts Series Returns at New Goldfarb Center
Western Illinois University's Youth Performing Arts Series is underway at the Goldfarb Center for Performing Arts, with four free performances scheduled for area K-8 students.
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Macomb School District 185 Sets Early Dismissal Oct. 28, No School Oct. 29-30 and Nov. 2
Macomb Community Unit School District 185 will dismiss K-12 students early Oct. 28 for school improvement activities and will have no classes Oct. 29, 30 and Nov. 2.
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Hancock Village Hosts Annual Halloween Costume Parade Oct. 29 in Carthage
Hancock Village invites community members of all ages to dress up and join residents and staff for its annual Halloween Costume Parade on Thursday, Oct. 29.
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Roots Performer John Drake to Play Festival 56 Sound Stage in Princeton Nov. 9
Americana and roots performer John Drake will perform at the Grace Theater in Princeton on Saturday, Nov. 9, as part of Festival 56's Sound Stage series.
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Spoon River College to Host Open Houses for New President Shelley Barkley in November
Spoon River College will hold open houses at its four locations in November so the public can meet new President Dr. Shelley Barkley.
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Third Annual IVCC Eagles Run Set for Nov. 8 at Catlin Park
Illinois Valley Community College's cross country team will host its third annual invitational for high school, junior high and adult runners Nov. 8 at Catlin Park near Ottawa.
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Illinois Poison Center Offers Halloween Safety Tips to Prevent Accidental Poisonings
The Illinois Poison Center is urging parents and caregivers to watch for Halloween poison risks from candy, glow sticks, dry ice and cosmetics.
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Illinois Vendor Summit Returns to Springfield Oct. 29
The Illinois Department of Central Management Services will host its fifth State of Illinois Vendor Summit on Oct. 29 at the Crowne Plaza Springfield to help businesses learn how to contract with state agencies.
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WIU's 15th Fallen Soldiers 5K Raises Nearly $16,000; Endowed Fund Tops $100,000
More than 300 participants turned out Oct. 10 for Western Illinois University's 15th annual Fallen Soldiers 5K, which raised nearly $16,000 for scholarships benefiting veteran and military service students.
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Woodlawn Arts Academy to Stage 'The Nutcracker Ballet' in November
Woodlawn Arts Academy will present three performances of "The Nutcracker Ballet" on Nov. 21 and 22 at Centennial Auditorium in Sterling.
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Starved Rock State Park Sets November Programs, Including Drum Circle and Thanksgiving Hike
Starved Rock State Park has announced November programs at its Visitor Center near Utica, with two events requiring online registration on Eventbrite.
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1,000 Students Explore Trades at Metro Construction Career Expo in Belleville
About 1,000 students from 31 schools explored skilled construction trades during the 26th annual Metro Construction Career Expo in Belleville.
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Sen. Rezin to Host Fall Youth Advisory Council in Yorkville Oct. 26
State Sen. Sue Rezin will bring local students together at the Yorkville Public Library on Monday to develop their own legislative proposals.
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IVCC Joins Statewide Feed The Need Campus Food Drive Through Nov. 30
Illinois Valley Community College is collecting non-perishable food items through Nov. 30 to restock its Eagles Peak campus pantry as part of a statewide community college competition.
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Illinois State Museum to Join Route 66 Centennial Speaker Series Nov. 10
The Illinois State Museum will share Mother Road oral histories during a free online Route 66 Centennial Speaker Series session Nov. 10.
