Fort Madison Man Faces Terrorism Charge

Jason Parrott — Fri, 17 May 2013 21:39:10 +0000

The Iowa Department of Public Safety says a Fort Madison man has been arrested on charges of terrorism and intimidation.

Keokuk Tennis Courts to Proceed

Jason Parrott — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:23:24 +0000

A popular project in Keokuk was able to get back on track after serious concerns surfaced during the Keokuk City Council's latest meeting.

IL Colleges to Pay for Employees' Pensions

Amanda Vinicky — Fri, 17 May 2013 13:23:52 +0000

Although they're facing budget cuts, universities and community colleges have said they're willing to begin taking on employees' pension costs.

Former Alderman Questions Wailand's Residency

Chris Lovingood — Thu, 16 May 2013 19:36:50 +0000

A judge ruled Kay Hill lost the election for second ward alderman in Macomb to Western Illinois University student Steve Wailand. But Hill is not giving up her fight over the seat.

Sheaffer Pen Anniversary in Fort Madison

Jason Parrott — Thu, 16 May 2013 13:43:45 +0000

A significant anniversary will be celebrated in Fort Madison May 17-18.

Lee County Auction Deemed Success

Jason Parrott — Thu, 16 May 2013 12:45:34 +0000

A controversial decision by the Lee County Board of Supervisors seems to have boosted interest in a property tax auction held in Fort Madison.

Illinois Road Money Not Paying for Roads

Brian Mackey — Wed, 15 May 2013 23:51:56 +0000

The Illinois Road Fund aggregates billions of dollars every year to build and repair highways, but a new report from Illinois' auditor general said more than half the money is going for employee salaries and benefits as well as paying off bonds.

Ag Census Deadline Nears

Scott Stuntz — Wed, 15 May 2013 20:11:07 +0000

The deadline for the USDA’s Ag census is at the end of the month. It's conducted every 5 years and collects information on land prices and ownership as well as agricultural practices.

Chairman Defends Hiring Process

Jason Parrott — Wed, 15 May 2013 03:11:50 +0000

The head of the Lee County Board of Supervisors is defending the hiring of a consulting firm for an upcoming project.

Macomb Public Library Goal Within Reach

Chris Lovingood — Tue, 14 May 2013 23:36:09 +0000

The Macomb Public Library is inching closer to the local fundraising goal as part of the plan to build an addition to its Carnegie building.

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