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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 13m

Is Halloween a federal holiday? What to consider while planning spooky festivities

Halloween, celebrated annually on Oct. 31, falls on a Friday this year. Is it a federal holiday? Here's what to know.

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 29m

This pre-lit artificial Christmas tree is 69% off at Wayfair's October Way Day sale

The holidays are almost upon us. Save 69% on this pre-lit artificial Christmas tree during Wayfair's October 2025 Way Day sale this week.

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 44m

HexClad’s best deals + your chance to win a culinary trip to Paris

The best HexClad cookware deals with up to $1,456 off pots, pans and knives. Plus, enter to win a luxury culinary trip to Paris with Gordon Ramsay.

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 59m

The World Series is heading to LA! Get Dodgers vs. Blue Jays tickets in Los Angeles

The World Series is tied! Now, it moves to LA. Here's how to buy tickets for Dodgers vs. Blue Jays in Los Angeles:

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 3h

A massive amount of money was spent at video gambling terminals in Illinois in 2024

These 10 Illinois cities gambled the most money on video gaming slot machines in 2024.

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 3h

The 6 most intriguing 2025 first-round playoff football matchups around the Peoria area

Mid-Illini rematch, unbeaten top seeds and more: Here are 6 matchups we like in the first round of the 2025 IHSA football playoffs.

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 4h

What channel is Bears vs. Ravens on today? Time, TV schedule to watch Week 8 NFL game

It's Chicago Bears vs. Baltimore Ravens in Week 8 of the NFL season. Here is TV, streaming and betting info on the game in Baltimore, Maryland.

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 4h

Rock Island Rotary hosts 80+ students at Pumpkin Palooza

Rock Island Rotary hosted over 80 students from Earl Hanson Elementary School at their annual Pumpkin Palooza on October 24. According to a release from Rock Island Rotary, Pumpkin Palooza is a day…

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 4h

QC ad agency earns two awards

Quad-Cities advertising agency TAG has won two Davey Awards for its work on websites for Visit Quad Cities and Experience Galesburg, according to a news release. Winners of the 21st Annual Davey Aw…

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 4h

Fall Arts & Crafts Show takes over The Bend XPO

The Fall Arts & Crafts Show took over the Bend XPO as more than 100 vendors from across the country for the area’s largest show selling some of the region’s finest handcrafts. Our Q…

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 5h

KWQC brings home Mid-America Emmy

KWQC's Jenna Jackson and Dustin Nolan bring home Mid-America Emmy.

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 12h

Car smashed to help QC community and food bank

It may have looked like the scene of an accident, but a car was being smashed to help our community. The Car Smash was a fun way to raise money for families in need. All proceeds benefit the Melody…

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 12h

Spooky fun rules Davenport Halloween candy crawl

Hundreds of superheroes, monsters, movie and cartoon characters and ghosts and goblins joined the Downtown Davenport Partnership for a spooky stroll through Downtown Davenport for treats, photo ops…

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 13h

All 3 phases contribute to Hawkeyes' blowout of Minnesota

All 3 phases contribute to Hawkeyes’ blowout of Minnesota

Mark Gronowski ran for a touchdown and threw for another as Iowa defeated Minnesota 41-3 on Saturday. It was the third consecutive win for the Hawkeyes (6-2, 4-1 Big Ten), who became bowl eligible.…

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 13h

Winning Powerball numbers in Oct. 25 lottery drawing last night: Anyone win Powerball jackpot?

Did anyone win the Powerball last night, Oct. 25, 2025? Winning Powerball numbers and drawing results for Saturday's $344 million lottery jackpot.

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 14h

Shop premium holiday gifts that are worth the investment 🎁

The best splurge-worthy holiday gifts of 2025, from high-end cookware to designer purses. Shop premium picks and get answers to shopping questions.

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 16h

Halloween safety tips for trick-or-treaters, pets & partiers

To ensure a safe and happy Halloween, the NHTSA and FDA suggest using the buddy system, wearing reflective attire, making sure pets wear ID tags and reflective collars, inspecting candy before eati…

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 16h

Company recalls 2 million pounds of barbecue pork jerky that may contain metal wire

(The Associated Press) — A South Dakota company is recalling more than 2.2 million pounds (998,000 kilograms) of Korean barbecue pork jerky sold at Costco and Sam’s Club store…

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 17h

'Lassie' and 'Lost in Space' actress June Lockhart dies at age 100

Lockhart, who spent most of her life on stage or on screen was one of Hollywood's "very favorite moms," actor Bill Mumy said.

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 19h

Bettendorf man faces child-pornography charges: Court records

A 49-year-old Bettendorf man was in custody Saturday after police say he had child pornography, Scott County arrest affidavits show. Travis Dougherty faces two felony charges of purchase/possess de…

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 19h

100 days of Morrow: A tribute to a legend

When Evin Ersan heard about the passing of his mentor, friend and martial arts coach John Morrow, he knew he needed to find a way to pay tribute. It couldn’t be easy. Morrow would’ve wa…

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 19h

Wisconsin woman scheduled for court in Davenport Kwik Star arson case

A 57-year-old Beloit, Wisconsin, woman has been scheduled to appear in Scott County Court after an apparent arson at a Davenport Kwik Star earlier this month, according to Scott County Court record…

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 20h

Moline wins big 63-6 over Galesburg

The Moline Maroons defeated Galesburg 63-6 to finish the season 8-1 for the regular season. Moline coaches on the sideline Moline Band performs the National Anthem Moline celebrates after a touchdo…

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 20h

World Series grand slam means free breakfast at Denny's. How to get it.

Since the Toronto Blue Jays' Addison Barger hit a grand slam in the World Series, Denny's will give away free breakfasts to Denny’s Rewards members.

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Rock Island Connected @riconnected.bsky.social · 23h

Two million pounds of pork jerky recalled for potential metal pieces. See affected products.

A South Dakota company has recalled about 2.3 million pounds of Korean barbecue pork jerky sold at Costco and Sam's Club for possible contamination.

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