Orion News

Not many businesses, organizations or activities can boast a record like the Sandwich Fair.

By Ruth Campbell Staff Writer In business a little less than a year, a Midland-based online high school has added a middle school, a high school equivalency and leveling program for students who haven't passed ...

By Ruth Campbell Staff Writer In business a little less than a year, a Midland-based online high school has added a middle school, a high school equivalency and leveling program for students who haven't passed ...

By Ruth Campbell Staff Writer In business a little less than a year, a Midland-based online high school has added a middle school, a high school equivalency and leveling program for students who haven't passed ...

By Ruth Campbell Staff Writer In business a little less than a year, a Midland-based online high school has added a middle school, a high school equivalency and leveling program for students who haven't passed ...

By Ruth Campbell Staff Writer In business a little less than a year, a Midland-based online high school has added a middle school, a high school equivalency and leveling program for students who haven't passed ...

By Ruth Campbell Staff Writer In business a little less than a year, a Midland-based online high school has added a middle school, a high school equivalency and leveling program for students who haven't passed ...

Alyssa Zwicker, 15, of Orion, Ill., rinses off a cross-bred steer after the 4-H Steer Show on Friday at the Rock Island County Fair in East Moline.

Good morning, Quad-Cities. At 5:30 a.m. it's 72 degrees under cloudy skies in the Quad-Cities. Today should bring a brief respite from the rains as mostly cloudy skies will prevail.

“We chose Mr. Deets because of his past successful administrative experience with three Illinois school districts, including his last tenure at a unit district serving 2000 students”

Roxana School District Superintendent David Deets announced his resignation Thursday, which leaves the district with three vacant leadership positions. via Alton Telegraph

“One of our committee members is an NIU graduate, and she approached us about possibly doing something for NIU students in light of the tragedy”

When it comes to raising funds for the new Gary D. Wright Elementary School, members of the Parent Teacher Organization believe in giving back to the community, as well. via Courier-News

“Mr. Achelpohl has a proven track record of experience in finance, project management, and academic achievement that we felt would suit our district's needs.”

The Fairfield Community School District Board of Directors has selected Donald E. Achelpohl of Orion, Ill., to be the next superintendent. via Golden Triangle Media.com

ORION, Ill. First Baptist Church of Orion, located at 1101 4th St., is observing the 20th anniversary of Pastor Larry Wiese's service to the church. via Bettendorf News

“Cable is the only option that will allow customers to receive analog signals without added equipment -- just a cable connection.”

Q: I currently subscribe to cable television. Will I have to get a converter box when the switch to digital broadcasts is made? -- Quad-Citian A: Phyllis Peters, a spokeswoman for Mediacom cable, said the ... via Bettendorf News

“It was hard to narrow down the list to just two from such a quality group”

The Fairfield Community School District Board of Directors has selected two individuals for consideration as a replacement for retiring Superintendent Steven Triplett. via Golden Triangle Media.com

The winners of the Miss Mississippi Crown Scholarship Pageant held Jan. 12 will be heading to the Miss Illinois Pageant that runs from June 17 to 21 at the Norris Cultural Arts Center in St. via Bettendorf News

TENNANT TRUCK LINES Potential to earn more than $60,000 in your first year! Immediate openings for professional OTR Machinery Haulers with excellent home time on most weekends. via Quad-City Times

A threat found scribbled on a bathroom stall is forcing Lake Orion High School to step up security on Thursday. via WXYZ

Question: Is it time to move our 401 out of stock funds and into bond funds? I did this back in 2000 and saved my 401 from huge losses. via Money