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Congressman Sorensen Urges Army to Halt Rock Island Arsenal Job Relocations

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) pressed Army leadership at a House Armed Services Committee Readiness Subcommittee hearing about the relocation of jobs away from Rock Island Arsenal. The hearing provided an opportunity for Congressman Sorensen to share the stories and concerns he has ...
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Illinois Senator Urges Action to Save Independent Pharmacies Amid Medicaid Reimbursement Failures

Illinois State Senator Li Arellano, Jr. is sounding the alarm on what he describes as persistent failures within the state’s Medicaid system, threatening the survival of independent pharmacies. A state audit in May 2023 revealed more than $100 million in annual discrepancies between what ...
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Lawmakers Advocate for Rock Island Arsenal Workers After Army Ends Union Agreements

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) and Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-01) released the following statement after the U.S. Army announced the cancellation of collective bargaining agreements with the American Federation of Government Employees: “The workers who support our armed forces should have the right to ...
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Congressman Sorensen Expresses Support for Northern Illinois Storm Victims and First Responders

ROCK ISLAND, IL – Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) released the following statement in response to the severe storms that touched down across Northern Illinois on Friday night: “I’m thinking about all of the families impacted by the tornadoes and severe weather last night, and I am ...
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Halpin Bill to Address Untethered Dog Offenses

State Senator Mike Halpin’s bill to ensure pet’s basic needs are met if an owner has been arrested for an untethered animal has passed the Senate. “Healthy and happy pets can contribute positively to the mental health and wellbeing of their owner and their community,” ...
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Illinois Secretary of State Warns Motorists About Toll Scam Texts and Calls

Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is sounding the alarm about a surge in scam texts and phone calls targeting motorists statewide. Fraudsters are impersonating the Secretary of State’s office, threatening residents with penalties over alleged unpaid tolls and demanding money or personal information. ...
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SRC Offers Youth Cooking 101 Course

Spoon River College will be offering a “Youth Cooking 101” course on Thursday, April 16th, from 5:30pm – 7:30pm at the Spoon River College Community Outreach Center in Macomb. Join Shelby Carlson from the University of Illinois Extension and get excited for our Youth Cooking ...
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Naomi Sheridan Named Executive Director of League of Women Voters of Illinois

The League of Women Voters of Illinois has announced Naomi Sheridan as its new Executive Director. Sheridan steps into the leadership role with a strong background in nonprofit management and a dedication to social justice and democratic principles. She will oversee operations for the ...
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OSF Home Health Western Region Named Best Home Health Agency for 2026 by US News

OSF Home Health’s Western Region has achieved national recognition, being named a Best Home Health Agency for 2026 by U.S. News & World Report. This honor comes as part of the publication’s inaugural evaluation of top home health providers across the country. The accolade ...
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The Board of Trustees of Spoon River College is seeking nominations and applications for the position of President. The new president will serve as a highly visible advocate throughout the local communities, state-wide, and nationally, and be an inspirational, transparent, and visionary leader, building trust ...
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Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month – Hands Around the Courthouse Event

Advocacy Network for Children will be participating in the Hands Around the Courthouse event in Macomb. The event will take place on Friday, April 24th, at noon on the south steps at the McDonough County Courthouse, 1 Courthouse Square, in Macomb. Local agencies, including WIRC ...
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College Visit Days at Canton and Macomb Campuses

Spoon River College will host College Visit Days at both their Canton and Macomb campuses to give prospective students the opportunity to explore the college’s transfer education and career technical programs. The Canton date is Tuesday, April 14th, and the Macomb date is Thursday, ...
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