Individuals and families who are at risk of eviction or homelessness are encouraged to apply for emergency rental assistance through SAL Community Services. Until December 31, 2022, applications for back rent and advance rent are open to qualified residents of Henry, Mercer, or Rock Island Counties. “Our focus is on stability,” said Loredia Nunn-Dixon, the director of SAL’s Open Door Crisis Assistance program. “When your housing is stable, you can stay focused on everything else, whether that’s education or work or taking care of your health. And if we can keep people where they’re... Read More

Congresswoman Cheri Bustos (IL-17) released the following statement on the Jan. 6 Select Committee’s decision to refer former President Donald Trump to the Department of Justice for criminal investigation for his efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 election: “The criminal referral of former President Donald Trump is both a sad day for our nation and a necessary step in the pursuit of justice. While Jan. 6 marked the first time our peaceful transition of power has ever been compromised, today, we know the power of our Constitution prevailed and proved that everyone – including a former... Read More

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! This week’s Pet of the Week is… NACHO! Meet Nacho! Nacho is a sweet snuggle bug with a loud purr. She likes to chime in when the other cats start talking and is very food and treat motivated. She should do well in any home with a slow introduction. Nacho was born in 2020, is spayed, up to date on vaccines, and is microchipped. She is Nacho average cat, come meet her today!    Read More

Congresswoman Cheri Bustos (IL-17) announced that the collection of artifacts and papers from her years in office will be archived in a joint partnership with the nonpartisan Dirksen Congressional Center and Illinois College. Bustos is also establishing the Callahan-Bustos Family Endowed Scholarship Fund through a gift to the college, which will provide scholarship funding to students pursuing work for the public good. “As an alumna of Illinois College and longtime partner to the bipartisan Dirksen Congressional Center, I am proud that my work will benefit the students and scholars of both respected... Read More

Merry Christmas and happy holidays! It’s time to find fun events for the holiday season and more in 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 started planning your entertainment for... Read More

Kenny Chesney is bringing his “I Go Back” tour to Moline’s Vibrant Arena at The Mark at 8:30 p.m. May 4. Kelsea Ballerini opens the show. Tickets are on sale NOW at all Ticketmaster locations. All ages require a ticket. Doors open at 6:00 pm NO BAG POLICY: Bags will no longer be permitted in the arena with the exception of a small 5 x 7 clutch purse or a small diaper bag if entering with an infant. WALK-THRU METAL DETECTORS: Fans will be required to enter through a walk-thru magnetometer (similar to the type used in airports). CASHLESS CONCESSIONS AND MERCHANDISE: The Vibrant... Read More

Analog Arcade Bar is bringing back their Christmas Pop-up, Super Awesome Christmas Time II, for its second year, taking place from November 1st to December 31st at their Moline Centre location. This pop-up features more of everything: over 35,000 Christmas lights, 1,500 feet of tinsel, specialty cocktails, surprise visits from Santa, and much more. “We had such a blast hosting this event last year that we had to bring it back bigger for year two,” Analog co-owner Dan Bush says, “We want to give people a chance to reconnect with their friends, co-workers, and loved ones, and Analog Moline... Read More

Winter storms are here, and it’s the perfect time to review Winter Safety Tips. A winter storm can mean extended interruptions of power and heat in your home. Here are tips from Genesis emergency department physicians and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to stay safe and comfortable in severe winter weather. Hypothermia Overexposure to cold temperatures or cold water can be deadly. Here are some tips for treating overexposure: Warning signs: Confusion or sleepiness; slowed, slurred speech, or shallow breathing; weak pulse or low blood pressure; a behavior change; severe shivering... Read More

The SPHL has mandated the postponement of the Quad City Storm home games versus the Vermilion County Bobcats on Thursday December 22 and Friday December 23 due to unsafe travel conditions. The games will be rescheduled to a future date TBD.  All tickets purchased for this weekend’s games will be honored on the rescheduled game dates. “We are incredibly disappointed for our players and fans,” said Storm President Brian Rothenberger.  “Our team was incredibly hungry to get on the ice this weekend and head into holiday break with four points and I know Radar’s birthday and seeing Santa... Read More

The Performing Arts Society (PAS) at Western Illinois University will host “Arts Smarts Trivia” at 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 20, at The Macomb Dining Company in downtown Macomb, with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. Teams of eight players will answer arts-themed questions about past WIU and Macomb arts entertainers, vintage TV, Broadway, the circus and more. The event is sponsored by Cory Clem of Edward Jones and Ryan and Beth Hansen, of Spring Lake Management. This year’s event will feature a celebrity guest emcee contest and a 50/50 raffle. Prizes, sponsored by Arnold Brothers Heating and... Read More