Spurred by a recent Western Illinois University social media post, two 1971 alumni have endowed a new fund to provide financial awards to student employee of the year award winners. When Dale Johnson saw the 2024 student employee award winners recognized in a post on WIU’s LinkedIn profile, he commented “I worked at WIU my […]
State Senator Mike Halpin is looking back upon his accomplishments during the past legislative session. He says, “When I decided to run for the State Senate, one of my top priorities was making folks across our district feel heard. And after taking time to listen to their concerns, I’m proud to have delivered some solutions.” […]
June is Adopt a Shelter Cat Month, and we’re feline fabulous about it! To celebrate, we’re unleashing a purrfect adoption special starting NOW through Saturday, June 8th: Adult Cat Adoption Fees will be based on the weight of the cat! That’s right, you heard us correctly, it’s a purr-iceless deal you won’t want to miss! […]
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 […]
June is National Microchipping Month, the Quad City Animal Welfare Center (QCAWC) is excited to offer microchipping for a low cost of $10 throughout the entire month of June. This initiative aims to promote the importance of permanent identification for pets, ensuring they can be easily reunited with their families if lost. For more information […]
Leatherneck student-athletes had another successful semester in the classroom this spring, as they posted a grade point average (GPA) of 3.18 as a department in the spring 2024 semester. Ten of WIU’s 17 varsity teams earned a 3.0 GPA or higher, and 45 student-athletes posted a perfect 4.0 GPA. Additionally, two-thirds (224) of the Leatherneck […]
Join us on Saturday, May 28, 10AM to 2PM for the MAATE CAR SHOW! Midwest Animal Assisted Therapy & Education Organization is partnering with the Veterans Car Club of the Quad Cities. The proceeds will go towards our Military Animal Assisted Therapy & Education Action Plan. A Memorial Day Weekend Celebration open to all years, […]
Next Generation Entertainment Presents: Shallow Side with special guest Elisium, Nongrata, and High Five Sinners May 28 at Moline’s rock emporium Rascals! Want tickets? Here’s the lowdown: $15 in advance (Tickets available at Rascals Music Pub or rascalslive.com) $20 Day of Show Ages 21+ Doors 7pm Showtime 7:30pm Shallow Side- A rock band through and […]
It’s Memorial Day weekend, and you can enjoy plenty of events going on during the three days off, and hear all about them in this week’s Weekend in 2 Minutes podcast! Listen to the podcast that gives you a rundown of cool stuff going on in and around the Quad-Cities over the coming weekend! […]
Make a splash this summer at Riverside Riverslide, where fun flows! The City of Moline Parks and Recreation Department is thrilled to announce the grand opening of the brand new Riverside Riverslide (3300 5th Avenue Moline) on Saturday, May 25 at 12:00 p.m. This newly updated, state-of-the-art facility offers a variety of features for all […]
