A Western Illinois University Communication professor has been named to a national list of the top 1 percent of academic publishers in Communication research. Professor Christopher Carpenter was named to the list, which was published in the Communication Education journal this month. Carpenter tied for eighth place on the list. The five-year review of publishers covers the years 2017-2021, during which Carpenter published 14 articles. Most recently, Carpenter co-published an article in the journal of Cyberpsychology, Behavior, and Social Networking, titled, “The Hyperperception Model: When... Read More

Join the Bettendorf High School Goldusters on Sunday, February 19, 2023, for a fun afternoon of dance! Students will participate in warm-ups, games, dance/pom technique, and learn a dance performance to perform in front of friends and family. The clinic is open to all K-5 students. Snacks, drinks, and t-shirts will be provided! Please make sure to check in to the BHS Gym between 12:45-1 pm. Performance time is approximately 3:45 pm in the gym. Participants should wear black leggings and tennis shoes. The deadline for clinic registration is February 1st. If you have more than one child participating,... Read More

Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds is hosting a Hunter Enthusiast Gun & Knife Show hosted by Pope Creek Shows, LTD. this weekend. The show will run Saturday 9-5 and Sunday 9-3. For more info, click here.  Read More

Looking for fun Valentine’s Day weekend events in the Illinois and Iowa Quad-Cities? Listen to our Weekend in 2 Minutes podcast this week! This week: It’s pre-Valentine’s Day weekend, and we’ve got a rundown of all the upcoming Valentine’s Day events happening this weekend, as well as live music, the Judds final tour, MMA fighting and more!  Read More

“There is nothing new under the sun.” — Ecclesiastes It’s not often that I find myself agreeing with both the Bible and a high priest of the Church of Satan in the same week on the same topic, so I like to document the occasions from time to time. Ergo, this week’s column, about the topic everyone seems to be talking about, the Grammy performance of “Unholy” by Sam Smith and Kim Petras. For those of you who are blissfully unaware, here’s a recap: That doesn’t show you the whole performance, but it gives you a decent enough idea, and honestly,... Read More

Aaron Lewis will perform an acoustic gig at 7 p.m. Friday at Bettendorf’s Isle Casino, 1777 Isle Parkway for FRAYED AT BOTH ENDS, THE ACOUSTIC TOUR. February 10, 2023/ Quad City Waterfront Convention Center Doors Open 6:30pm/ Show Starts at 7:30pm. Must be 21 years of age. No outside food or beverages are allowed. No flash photography or video cameras allowed. There are no refunds on ticket sales. Aaron Lewis grew up in Springfield, Vermont, listening to his grandparents’ country 8-tracks. Those roots inspired the multi-platinum Staind founder to return to his origins for the #1 Billboard... Read More

Wynonna Judd Announces Additional Dates for The Judds: The Final Tour In Celebration Of The Life And Legacy of Naomi Judd – Includes a February 10 date at Vibrant Arena at The MARK Ashley McBryde, Brandi Carlile, Kelsea Ballerini, Little Big Town, Martina McBride Are All Returning For Newly Added Dates. On Sale Friday, November 4 at 10 am.  Read More

Ballet Quad Cities has got the valentine for you! The area dance group is presenting “Love Stories” at The Outing Club, 2109 Brady Street, Davenport, Feb. 10-11. Feb. 10’s show is SOLD OUT. February 11, 2023 – doors open at 12:00pm;performance at 1:00pm – desserts available for purchase. February 11, 2023 – doors open at 5:30pm.Taste of Italy dinner at 6:30pm – performance to follow. “Love Stories” is an intimate performance presented in the sophisticated, playful style of Ballet Quad Cities! This performance is for everyone that loves great... Read More

The Bettendorf Public Library is hosting an expert-led class on Thursday, February 9th at 6:00 PM. The Creation Studio Workshop: String Art will be led by Maria Mathews of High Strung by 3M. The program is open to participant ages 16 through adult and will be held at the Bettendorf Public Library located at 2950 Learning Campus Dr. in Bettendorf. Registration is required to participant in this free workshop and can be made at https://events.bettendorflibrary.com/event/7806428 or by contacting the Library at 563-344-4175.   Mindy Mathews, of High Strung by 3M started her art form as a hobby and... Read More

MACOMB/MOLINE, IL – – Western Illinois University Alumna Minda Harts has undoubtedly hit the ground running since her time at WIU, receiving a Trailblazer Award in 2022 from The Bowman Foundation, for her work with women of color, and most recently being named Business Insider’s 100 People Transforming Business. The Trailblazer award was presented to Harts at the inaugural Global Impact Awards and Gala, which is organized by The Bowman Foundation for Workplace Equity and Mental Wellness, honoring Harts’ work toward changing historic norms in creating workplaces to be fair,... Read More