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Bettendorf Parks and Recreation Department Celebrating Big Wins This Week

April 5th, 2023
Bettendorf Parks and Recreation Department Celebrating Big Wins This Week

BETTENDORF, IOWA – Four Awards. One Mission: To support and strengthen the City of Bettendorf’s Parks and Recreation Department. On Wednesday, March 29, 2023 – a City Employee, a Volunteer Group, a Service Group, and The Tangled Wood were all being honored at the Iowa Parks and Recreation Association Conference at the RiverCenter, 136 E. 3rd Street, Davenport. Here are the 2023 Recipients with ties to the Bettendorf Parks and Recreation Department: Award: Administrative Assistant Recipient: Kimberly Radcliff Kim Radcliff has worked for the City of Bettendorf for 23 years providing excellent... Read More

Illinois Jobs Up Statewide Throughout First Quarter Of 2023

April 5th, 2023
Illinois Jobs Up Statewide Throughout First Quarter Of 2023

SPRINGFIELD – Total nonfarm jobs increased in thirteen metropolitan areas and decreased in one for the year ending February 2023, according to data released today by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and the Illinois Department of Employment Security (DES). Over-the-year, the unemployment rate decreased in seven areas, increased in five areas and was unchanged in two. “Today’s data is further indication that job growth continues to trend in the right direction with expansion throughout every corner of the state across sectors,” said Deputy Governor Andy Manar. “Job expansion... Read More

‘Step Brothers’ Trivia Night Boating Into Bettendorf Tonight

April 4th, 2023
'Step Brothers' Trivia Night Boating Into Bettendorf Tonight

“Did we just become best friends?” Step Brothers Trivia Night Tuesday, April 4th @ 7pm Old Chicago (Bettendorf, IA) FREE To Play Up To 8 People per Team Win House Cash! ALL AGES Get there EARLY to get a table! #CatalinaWineMixer #WhyAreYouSoSweaty #iWasPlayingTrivia   Read More

Analog II In Moline Rebranding To Analog Pizza And Arcade

April 4th, 2023

Analog II in Moline, Illinois will be rebranded to Analog Pizza & Arcade starting in May 2023. In addition to offering a variety of pizzas and appetizers, they will also be adding a 3,000 square foot patio that will be opening in June. “We are really excited to add a patio like we have at Armored Gardens in Downtown Davenport, another one of our concepts,” Analog co-owner Dan Bush says, “Analog has always been seen as more of a winter place, and this will make us a destination all year long.” Lopiez Pizza will be ceasing operations at the end of April, ending their two year residency.... Read More

Cutting machine classes available at the Bettendorf Public Library

April 4th, 2023
Cutting machine classes available at the Bettendorf Public Library

BETTENDORF, IOWA – April 3, 2023 – Located on the second floor of the Bettendorf Public Library, the Creation Studio allows makers to explore and create with new tools. The Bettendorf Public Library is hosting workshops in April and May focused on computer- controlled cutting machines available for use in the Creation Studio. These free classes are for makers aged 16 and up. Registration is required to attend and class size is limited. Registration for any of the Creation Studio Tools Training workshops can be made online via https://events.bettendorflibrary.com/events, in person at the Library,... Read More

Western Illinois University Honored As A Military-Friendly School

April 3rd, 2023
Western Illinois University Honored As A Military-Friendly School

MACOMB/MOLINE, IL – Because of Western Illinois University’s long-time support of veterans and active service personnel, the University has been recognized for 14 years running as a “Military Friendly School” by Viqtory/Military Friendly, achieving “Gold” status for 2023-2024. Western ranked 19th in the United States for small public universities earning the Gold status. “WIU remains dedicated to serving our veterans and active duty personnel and has since the early 1900s,” said WIU President Guiyou Huang. “Receiving recognition from Viqtory/Military... Read More

Meet Lola, Some Bunny You’ll Love, The Illinois And Iowa Pet Of The Week

April 3rd, 2023
Meet Lola, Some Bunny You'll Love, The Illinois And Iowa Pet Of The Week

Get ready to meet the Illinois and Iowa Pet of the Week! QuadCities.com is happy to partner with Quad City Animal Welfare Center, 724 2nd W. Ave., Milan! Interested in adopting a pet? Check out our Pet of the Week every Monday! QCAWC Adoption & Education Center is at 724 2nd Ave. W. Milan, IL 61264. The number is (309) 787-6830. QCAWC Spay/Neuter & Wellness Clinic is at 612 1st St. W. Milan, IL 61264. Number is (309) 787-6830. Also check out qcawc.org This week’s Pet of the Week is… Lola! Meet Lola! This beautiful bun has been with us since January and can’t wait to ditch shelter... Read More

Illinois PBS Station WQPT Looking For PBS Ambassadors

April 2nd, 2023
Illinois PBS Station WQPT Looking For PBS Ambassadors

MOLINE, ILLINOIS – Regional College students have been making a difference for years as WQPT/PBS Ambassadors, an elite volunteer group representing WQPT throughout eastern Iowa and western Illinois. The Ambassadors are a more highly trained extension of the WQPT volunteer force representing the station at fairs, community and fundraising events and on television.  It is also a way for students to fulfill their school’s volunteerism requirements while making a difference in the community. This year WQPT will be bringing in “Hero Elementary” character, Lucita Sky to appear at WQPT events... Read More

Find Some Fun In Illinois And Iowa This Week In Our Latest FUN10!

April 2nd, 2023
Find Some Fun In Illinois And Iowa This Week In Our Latest FUN10!

Looking for some fun in Illinois and Iowa this week? Well, if you’re on the prowl for cool things in the Quad-Cities area and beyond, check out our Fun10! Fun10 — ten ways for you to have fun in the Quad-Cities, this week and every week, running every Sunday, only on your site for fun, free, local entertainment, QuadCities.com! Every Sunday, we drop a new Fun10, to give you a head start on your week and a heads up on what’s going on over the coming seven days. Check out Fun10 every Sunday for the details on ten awesome events happening around town. It’s a cool read, and a great way to get... Read More

Davenport Central High School Jazz 1 Invited To Iowa State Championships

April 1st, 2023
Davenport Central High School Jazz 1 Invited To Iowa State Championships

Congratulations to Davenport Central High School’s Jazz 1 for receiving an invitation to return to the Iowa Jazz Championships this year! Only 15 4A bands in the entire state of Iowa received this distinction. Central’s performance is on Tuesday, April 4th at 2:45pm in Stephens Auditorium on the campus of Iowa State University. #growingexcellence #davenportcommunityschool #davenporteducation  Read More