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🌱 Rock Island home headed to online sheriff’s auction in early October
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Greetings Rock Island! We're your go-to source for what's happening in town. Read on to get plugged in! ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Rock Island home headed to online sheriff's auction in early October
- Rock Island juvenile court sets hearing that could end parental rights
- Which Rock Island coffee shops turn your drink into hunger relief?
Today's riddle: What has 2 arms and a neck but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Thursday: Hot, with a high of 97 and low of 73 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Friday: Hot and humid, temps: high: 96, low: 70.
- Saturday: A thunderstorm in spots, with a high of 93 and low of 68 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. 2026FC40 NonCook Sale (Legal) (qconline.com) — A Rock Island home at 2308 38th Street is headed to an online sheriff's foreclosure auction from October 5–7, with the winning bidder required to pay in full within 24 hours. The single-family property is being sold as-is, subject to taxes and court confirmation, and will not be open for inspection. Homeowners retain possession rights for 30 days after any possession order. 
2. 23ja64 (qconline.com) — A juvenile court hearing involving a minor identified as N.K. is scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026, at the Juvenile Center on 18th Street in Rock Island. The notice warns respondent Cody Hinden that the court may terminate parental rights and appoint a guardian if he does not appear and contest the petition.
3. Coffee shops, food banks mark Hunger Action Month (ourquadcities.com) — Rock Island residents can support Hunger Action Month simply by ordering special drinks at Brews Energy and Wholly Grinds, which are partnering with River Bend Food Bank all September. Several Quad Cities bridges will glow orange on Sept. 29 to spotlight hunger, and locals are encouraged to donate, volunteer, or participate at eight area coffee shops. The campaign addresses rising food insecurity across River Bend's 23-county region.
4. Center for Independent Living will hold Senior & Disability Expo in Rock Island (ourquadcities.com) — Residents can check out a free Senior and Disability Expo at Bally's Convention Center in Rock Island on Friday, Sept. 11, featuring information on healthcare, housing, transportation, and more. Attendees can enjoy breakfast, screenings, scam-prevention tips, and chances to win gift cards and a hotel stay.
5. Funding extension approved for Quad Cities passenger rail (kwqc.com) — Quad Cities residents, including those in Rock Island, are a step closer to finally getting passenger rail service to and from Chicago after federal officials extended a key grant deadline. Illinois leaders say the extension lets IDOT keep using remaining funds, building on the state's earlier $475 million commitment. The project aims to expand travel, education, and business options for local residents.
📸 Around Rock Island
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Rock Island
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- Thursday Night Groove →
Rock Island, IL Calendar, On the riverfront between 17th and 20th Streets, Rock Island
7:00 pm - Quarter 1 Progress Reports Available
Rock Island Center for Math & Science Rock Island, IL 61201 - Football: Davenport West vs Central DeWitt (Sophomore)
Central DeWitt High School HS Football Stadium
5:00 pm - Football: Davenport West vs Central DeWitt (Varsity)
West High School Central DeWitt High School HS Football Stadium
7:30 pm - Girls Cross Country: Pleasant Valley Spartan XC Challenge (Varsity)
West High School Crow Creek Park
8:30 am - Labor Day - No School/Offices Closed
Horace Mann Early Learning Center Rock Island, IL 61201 - Labor Day - No School
Thurgood Marshall Learning Center Rock Island, IL 61201 - Labor Day Parade Advisory Board **PARADE DAY** →
City of Rock Island -
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Friday September 4
Saturday September 5
Monday September 7
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Spartan Morning Choir
John Deere Middle School Moline, IL 61265
7:20 am - TSS Picture Day
Ridgewood Elementary Rock Island, IL 61201
8:00 am - Girls Tennis: Clinton vs Davenport West (Junior Varsity)
West High School Davenport
4:00 pm - Edison Girl's Volleyball Game
Edison Jr. High School, 4141 9th St, Rock Island
4:00 pm
Thursday September 3
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- So, shall we try this one more time.
Looking for somebody that is going to show up to help with a carpet job tomorrow. The key word here is help.701 866 1230. Location of job is… (Nextdoor 35th and 35th)
- Phenom People posted a job opening for Package Handler- Switcher PT in Rock Island. Apply here.
- Pro Venture posted a job opening for Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Travel Job in Rock Island. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Rock Island here.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A shirt (Thank you Dianna H. for sending it in!)
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