The Illinois State Police has issued its first guidebook for officers on how to handle homeless individuals. It was a joint effort among state police, local police departments, the state of Illinois and Project NOW—who served as a consultant to the effort. A new digital directory of services will also be unveiled at the news […]
The Davenport Community School District would like to extend a huge congratulations to Davenport North Football’s All-District Winners: Offense 1st Team: Mason Bogan Offense Honorable Mention: Holden Phillips Brady West Defense 1st Team: Cael Pairrett Joey Thomas Honorable Mention: Brycen Antle Parker Taylor
Thanksgiving means parades, football and overindulgence. We become conquerors of desserts, warriors of the wishbone, and special forces of the stuffing. Many of us may consume more than 4,500 calories on Thanksgiving, or nearly double the daily requirement. If we do, we’ll know it because our bodies will inform us with bloating, sluggishness and if […]
MACOMB/MOLINE, IL — Western Illinois University has been recognized as a “Best Regional University in the Midwest” for 2024 by U.S. News and World Report. WIU has been ranked 38 out of 167 public and private colleges and universities on the “Best Regional Universities (Midwest)” list in the U.S. News and World Report 2023 rankings. […]
With the show nominated for three Tony Awards including Best Musical and described by Broadway World as “a twinkling Christmas delight,” Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse will bring loads of holiday cheer to area audiences in the yuletide treat A CHRISTMAS STORY: THE MUSICAL. Running through December 30, this sensational opener to the dinner theatre’s 2023-24 […]
ALEDO, Ill. – Genesis Medical Center, Aledo, celebrated National Rural Health Day last week by receiving two prestigious national awards. The first came from the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health. The organization tabbed Genesis Medical Center, Aledo as one of their 2023 Community Stars. Only 39 rural health care facilities nationally received […]
This week, 90 students from Central, North, and West attended a Trades Fair at the Iowa National Guard. They learned about careers and apprenticeship opportunities in a variety of different trades. This was a great event to kick off the National Apprenticeship Week!
The delicious bounty of food enjoyed on Thanksgiving can lead to a far-less-enjoyable bounty of issues with sewer and plumbing systems in the days after the holiday. Everything from sinks to toilets to garbage disposals can become clogged, leaving people far from grateful. Fortunately, the contractors who employ the skilled professionals of the Plumbers and […]
MACOMB/MOLINE, IL -– After a distinguished career spanning over two decades, Western Illinois University announces the retirement of Troy Rhoads, who has served as the assistant vice president for Facilities Management since December 1, 2021. Rhoads began his journey with WIU as a maintenance worker in 1996, steadily progressing through various roles, showcasing his dedication […]
Looking for a fuzzy friend? 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 […]
