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It's Veterans Day. Will post offices, banks, schools be open in Illinois?
It's Veterans Day. Will post offices, banks, schools be open in Illinois?
Is Veterans Day a federal holiday? Here's what's open and closed today in Illinois.
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November 11, 2025 at 3:18 PM
You can preorder 'KPop Demon Hunters' dolls. Here's what to know.
You can preorder 'KPop Demon Hunters' dolls. Here's what to know.
Here's how to get Mattel's new 'Kpop Demon Hunters' HUNTR/X doll set (even if Santa might need to leave an IOU for it).
www.galesburg.com
November 11, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Quad Cities Caregivers Conference
Quad Cities Caregivers Conference
Milestone Area Agency’s Devin Hansen joined us to discuss the Annual Quad Cities Caregivers Conference.
www.ourquadcities.com
November 11, 2025 at 2:48 PM
Veterans Day 2025 deals, free meals near me today. Freebies at Texas Roadhouse, Wendy's, more
Veterans Day 2025 deals, free meals near me today. Freebies at Texas Roadhouse, Wendy's, more
Veterans Day 2025 free meals and restaurant deals offer food freebies for retired and active-duty military members. See what's offered on Tuesday, Nov. 11.
www.galesburg.com
November 11, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Vote for the Journal Star boys athlete of the week for Nov. 3-8, presented by CEFCU
Vote for the Journal Star boys athlete of the week for Nov. 3-8, presented by CEFCU
Dunlap and Peoria High students among nominees for Journal Star boys high school athlete of the week, presented by CEFCU.
www.galesburg.com
November 11, 2025 at 12:33 PM
Vote for the Journal Star girls athlete of the week for Nov. 3-8, presented by CEFCU
Vote for the Journal Star girls athlete of the week for Nov. 3-8, presented by CEFCU
Washington and Notre Dame students among nominees for Journal Star girls high school athlete of the week, presented by CEFCU.
www.galesburg.com
November 11, 2025 at 12:18 PM
Clinton considers new contract for Tailgate N' Tallboys
Clinton considers new contract for Tailgate N’ Tallboys
After three years of Tailgate N’ Tallboys taking the stage in Clinton, the city is re-evaluating what the event should be. “We’re going to do it a bit more differently,” sai…
www.ourquadcities.com
November 11, 2025 at 12:03 PM
IHSA volleyball state finals in Normal: Schedule, tickets, streaming and what to know
IHSA volleyball state finals in Normal: Schedule, tickets, streaming and what to know
Everything you need to know ahead of the 2025 IHSA Class 1A, 2A and 3A volleyball state finals at ISU in Normal: Tickets, schedules and more.
www.galesburg.com
November 11, 2025 at 4:03 AM
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School honors area veterans
QCA elementary school honors area veterans
More than 60 veterans were honored at Thomas Jefferson Elementary School in Milan. The school hosted a Veterans Day assembly, and members of the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 669 came to pres…
www.ourquadcities.com
November 11, 2025 at 3:48 AM
'She went down like Santa Claus.' Geneseo business owners react to woman in walls
‘She went down like Santa Claus.’ Geneseo business owners react to woman in walls
The case of a woman from Davenport who was found in the walls of a business in Geneseo will continue in Henry County Court. Caleigh Gottsche’s case is scheduled to continue Dec. 11 after she …
www.ourquadcities.com
November 11, 2025 at 3:18 AM
Winning Powerball numbers last night in Nov. 10 lottery drawing: Anyone win Powerball jackpot?
Winning Powerball numbers last night in Nov. 10 lottery drawing: Anyone win Powerball jackpot?
Did anyone win the Powerball last night, Nov. 10, 2025? Winning Powerball numbers and drawing results for Monday's $490 million lottery jackpot.
www.galesburg.com
November 11, 2025 at 3:03 AM
Powerball winning numbers for $490 million jackpot drawing on Monday, Nov. 10
Powerball winning numbers for $490 million jackpot drawing on Monday, Nov. 10
The Powerball jackpot for Monday, Nov. 10 is an estimated $490 million after no one took home the top prize on Saturday, Nov. 8.
www.galesburg.com
November 11, 2025 at 2:48 AM
Police presence will increase after possible threat at Maquoketa High School
Police presence will increase after possible threat at Maquoketa High School
A report of a threat Monday at Maquoketa High School remains under investigation, according to a statement from Tara Notz, superintendent of the Maquoketa Community School District. After school Mo…
www.ourquadcities.com
November 11, 2025 at 2:03 AM
Quad Cities Regional Business Journal: C&W Transport Solutions named Fastest Growing Company
Quad Cities Regional Business Journal: C&W Transport Solutions named Fastest Growing Company
Recording a growth of 337%, C&W Transport Solutions was named the Quad Cities Regional Business Journal’s Fastest Growing Company. Jennifer DeWitt joined Our Quad Cities News to talk abou…
www.ourquadcities.com
November 11, 2025 at 1:03 AM
SCOTUS rejects attempt to overturn 2015 same-sex marriage ruling
SCOTUS rejects attempt to overturn 2015 same-sex marriage ruling
On June 26, 2015, Mary Francis was sitting in a Walgreen’s parking lot. On her phone popped up a notification that the U.S. Supreme Court decided to legalize same-sex marriage across the nati…
www.ourquadcities.com
November 11, 2025 at 12:18 AM
Shop Womanizer Black Friday sale for up to 65% off sexual wellness devices
Shop Womanizer Black Friday sale for up to 65% off sexual wellness devices
Shop Womanizer’s Black Friday sale for up to 65% off premium self-care devices. Orders over $200 include a free gift and a limited-edition ornament.
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November 11, 2025 at 12:03 AM
The super cool (and super viral) Rocco Smart Fridge is $400 off for Black Friday
The super cool (and super viral) Rocco Smart Fridge is $400 off for Black Friday
Shop Rocco’s Black Friday sale through Dec. 1. Shop the viral Super Smart Fridge and the new blue colorway with surprise prizes worth up to $3,000.
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November 10, 2025 at 11:48 PM
Holiday travel plans? Save up to 60% on smart luggage at Calpak's Black Friday sale ✈️
Holiday travel plans? Save up to 60% on smart luggage at Calpak's Black Friday sale ✈️
Just in time for holiday travel, Calpak's Black Friday sale is live! Save up to 60% on popular luggage sets, travel bags and more.
www.galesburg.com
November 10, 2025 at 9:03 PM