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Western Illinois University Seymour Gift Unveiling Oct. 27

October 23rd, 2023
Western Illinois University Seymour Gift Unveiling Oct. 27

The WIU and Macomb communities are invited to attend a special ceremony that will unveil a gift by the late Arlington and Arlene Seymour, marking the future expansion of the Great River Teacher Corps (GRTC). “Gifts like the Seymours’ make the difference at Western Illinois University,” WIU Vice President for Advancement, Alumni Relations and Athletics Clare Thompson said. Growing up in the midst of the Depression, the Seymours were devoted to WIU and worked hard to pay for their education, and now their dedication lives on by helping many students in need of financial assistance. They... Read More

Quad-Cities SCORE offers business class for entrepreneurs at the Bettendorf Public Library

October 18th, 2023
Quad-Cities SCORE offers business class for entrepreneurs at the Bettendorf Public Library

The Bettendorf Public Library and SCORE of the Quad Cities are hosting a class on Thursday, October 19 at 5:30 PM for local entrepreneurs. The free interactive workshop will give attendees an opportunity to talk and network with mentors and other entrepreneurs. October’s SCORE Business program will be held at the Bettendorf Public Library located at 2950 Learning Campus Dr. in Bettendorf. Registration is not required to attend. SCORE is a nationwide nonprofit organization dedicated to the formation, growth, and success of small businesses. The Quad Cities Chapter is run by over 40 volunteers... Read More

Eddington Named Western Illinois University Employee of the Month for October

October 18th, 2023

Western Illinois University Building Service Worker Charles Eddington has been named the Al and Elaine Goldfarb Civil Service Employee of the Month for October 2022. Eddington was hired in his current position in August 1998. He is currently working in Malpass Library. According to his nominator, Eddington always tackles additional requests with enthusiasm and a smile. “Charles takes pride in what he does, and it is reflected in the condition of the building,” his nominator said. “He routinely stops by the Library administration office to discuss issues. He is a hard-working... Read More

Genesis Davenport Hosting Final ‘Walk In Wednesday’ Hiring Event Of The Year

October 17th, 2023
Genesis Davenport Hosting Final 'Walk In Wednesday' Hiring Event Of The Year

Genesis Health System will host the final Genesis ‘Walk in Wednesday’ hiring event of 2023 at their local campuses. Genesis Human Resources representatives will be located at the main entrances of both Genesis Medical Center – Davenport (1227 East Rusholme Street, Davenport, IA ) and Genesis Medical Center – Silvis (801 Illini Drive, Silvis, IL) to meet with and conduct on-the-spot interviews for all open positions (clinical and non-clinical). The event takes place Wednesday, October 25, from 3- 6 p.m. This walk-in, same-day, back-to-back interview process is designed to make it even easier... Read More

Davenport School Students Attend ‘Introduce A Student To Manufacturing’ Event

October 16th, 2023
Davenport School Students Attend 'Introduce A Student To Manufacturing' Event

Thirty Davenport Community School District 8th grade students attended “Introduce a Student to Manufacturing” at John Deere Davenport Works. The students went on an educational tour where they learned about careers in the manufacturing industry and participated in hands-on activities.  Read More

Illinois Congressman Sorensen Applauds Decision to Select Illinois for Midwest Energy Hub

October 16th, 2023
Illinois Congressman Sorensen Applauds Decision to Select Illinois for Midwest Energy Hub

Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) applauded the Department of Energy’s (DOE) decision to select Illinois as part of a Midwest hydrogen energy hub that will support energy needs and create good-paying jobs.   “I was proud to stand alongside my Illinois colleagues to help make this historic clean energy initiative a reality so we can lower energy costs for families, strengthen domestic energy supply, and connect Heartland workers to good-paying jobs,” said Sorensen. “I will continue advocating for Illinois workers by pushing for initiatives that help us meet energy needs while leaving... Read More

Illinois Congressman Sorensen Joins UAW Workers at Picket Line

October 12th, 2023
Illinois Congressman Sorensen Joins UAW Workers at Picket Line

Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) joined a United Auto Workers (UAW) picket line with workers from UAW Local 1268 at the Belvidere Assembly Plant outside Rockford.  “It was inspiring to be in Belvidere today and stand in solidarity with Local 1268 in their fight for higher wages, better benefits, and safer workplace conditions,” said Sorensen. “I will continue to have their backs, and the backs of the more than 10,000 UAW workers across Central and Northwestern Illinois, who are simply asking for their fair share at a time when big corporations and CEOs are reaping record profits.”   You... Read More

Genesis FoodPlex Receives Donation Of $10,000 From Bix 7

October 5th, 2023
Genesis FoodPlex Receives Donation Of $10,000 From Bix 7

The Genesis FoodPlex was this year’s Quad City Times Bix 7 charity. Food is Medicine and this donation of $10,000 will help support food-insecure individuals and their families with access to healthy foods.  The Quad-City Times is proud to give back to the community. Michelle Juehring, Quad-City Times Bix 7 Race Director, second from right, presents the Genesis Health Services Foundation with a check for $10,000. The money will help fund Genesis FoodPlex. Food is Medicine, and the Genesis FoodPlex helps support food-insecure individuals and their families with access to healthy foods.... Read More

Illinois Congressman Sorensen’s Statement on Vote to Vacate the Speaker’s Office

October 4th, 2023
Eric Sorensen

Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) released the following statement on his vote to vacate the office of the Speaker.    “Today, I solemnly joined my colleagues in voting to re-establish bipartisanship and to bring order back to the House of Representatives,” said Sorensen. “When I was first elected to Congress, I promised my neighbors that I would work with anyone, Democrat or Republican, who was interested in solving the real problems that my constituents face. Since day one, Speaker McCarthy has chosen the path of partisanship, chaos, and confusion. That is not what my constituents, nor... Read More

Paula Sands Announces Her Retirement From KWQC-TV6 After 41 Years

October 3rd, 2023
Paula Sands Announces Her Retirement From KWQC-TV6 After 41 Years

Paula Sands, a local media mainstay for more than four decades on local airwaves, will step away from the camera when 2024 arrives. Sands announced her retirement after 41 years as the dominant ratings force on local television at the end of her titular ratings-topping talk show, “Paula Sands Live,” on Monday. “I plan to begin the New Year at a new starting line. This job has been a joy, and now it’s time for the freedom of a new chapter,” said the host of “Paula Sands Live” and 6 p.m. news anchor at KWQC TV6. Sands grew up in the Quad-Cities, and quickly gained a... Read More