February 18, 2026 | AroundPtown

Sterling, IL – CGH Medical Center is launching an IDPH-approved Basic Nurse Assistant Training Program designed to make starting a healthcare career more accessible.

Very High Risk of Fire Spread Wednesday

The National Weather Service of the Quad Cities and Whiteside County Health Department are urging citizens to be aware and prepared regarding favorable conditions for fires to spread, and to avoid outdoor burning.

Quad Cities Honor Flight Expands Mission to Reserves & National Guard

In the past, Quad Cities Honor Flight has taken about 6,000 veterans to Washington D.C. to see the memorials honoring their service. Most of these veterans served during WWII, Korea, or the Vietnam Conflicts.

The Week Ahead: February 19-25, 2026

Here’s a roundup of local and regional events for the upcoming week:

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