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Founded 1843 | Population 42,000 | Peak 42,000 (2024) | County Rock Island County

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1837 John Deere: Deere HQ.
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Latest News in Moline

Jan 1, 1970
They’ve Won $288 Million From The Lottery But The State Won’t Pay Them
Winning the lottery has been the dream for many, and in Illinois, lottery winners are hitting the jackpot.
Jan 1, 1970
Heres what These New Purple Parking Spots Mean
In the bustling streets of American cities back in May 2016, a splash of purple began popping up in parking lots, catching the eye…
Jan 1, 1970
Illinois Legislature Would Force Welfare Recipients Take Drug Tests Meet
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In early 2016, Illinois lawmakers pushed forward a controversial bill that would have required welfare recip…
Jan 1, 1970
Man Defends Home Break Using Lethal Force Faces Consequences
Chicago, Illinois – On a chilly January evening in 2016, a homeowner took matters into his own hands when intruders targeted his…
Jan 1, 1970
Womans Unexpected Run Gas Station Goes Viral
WASHINGTON, D.C. — On a chilly December evening in 2015, what started as a simple errand turned into a moment that spread across…
Jan 1, 1970
Trump Poised Strong Performance March 15 Primaries
Washington, D.C., October 24, 2015 — As the 2016 Republican primary race heated up, Donald Trump looked set to make a big splash…

Complete Historical Timeline

1837 Business
Deere

Did You Know?

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Deere & Co HQ.
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Quad Cities.
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From French moulin.

Famous People from Moline, Illinois

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Ken Berry
Singer, Comedian · Born Nov 3, 1933 · Died Dec 1, 2018 (age 85)
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David A. Kolb
Psychologist, Pedagogue · Born Jan 1, 1939 · Age 87
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Don Sundquist
Politician · Born Mar 15, 1936 · Died Aug 27, 2023 (age 87)
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Lisa De Leeuw
Pornographic Actor, Erotic Photography Model · Born Jul 3, 1958 · Died Nov 11, 1993 (age 35)
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Dan Steele
Athletics Competitor, Bobsledder · Born Mar 20, 1969 · Age 56

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