The jerseys and team name may have changed, but the result was still the same – and the color of the medals walking away remained gold. Featuring four players from the top-rated Mid America Premier team which disbanded over the summer, the QC Rush began its inaugural season in the U11 division with a commanding win of the 3 v 3 Freeport Cup over the weekend, logging four big victories, including a “slaughter rule” demolishing in the title game. Taking the field for the new Moline-based Rush, affiliated with the national organization of the same name, were former MAPS players Elijah DeLaCruz,... Read More

Dress for Success Quad Cities will open to the public for their summer “Second Chance Sale” on Saturday, August 4. This much-anticipated sale gives shoppers the opportunity to buy new and gently-loved brand name attire and accessories at bargain prices. All funds raised benefit Dress for Success Quad Cities, the local nonprofit that provides professional clothing, a network of support, and career development tools to empower women to achieve economic stability. The event takes place Saturday, August 4, 2018 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.  at  Dress for Success Quad Cities, 311 East 2nd Street,... Read More

One of the most iconic festivals in the Quad Cities Area is once again upon us. It’s time for some jazz! Bix Beiderbecke was a musical genius from our very own city of Davenport. He was a famous jazz cornetist pianist and composer. The annual Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival is not only a celebration of his accomplishments but a way to keep the genre alive. The 47th Annual Bix Festival has a new location! The festival will be held once again at the Rhythm City Casino Resort in Davenport (7077 Elmore Ave) in the Event Center. World-class jazz bands will charm you while dancers twirl and... Read More

You’ve seen the pictures. You’ve heard the stories. Now is your chance to get your own Scratch Cupcakery cupcakes! The first Scratch Curbside Quad Cities of the season is happening this Tuesday Jul 31 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Doland Jewelers (3865 Elmore Ave. Davenport)! Scratch Cupcakery is locally-owned bakery with locations in Cedar Falls, Waterloo, West Des Moines and Coralville. Scratch Curbside was introduced in August 2011 and since then has visited over 1,000 locations across Iowa and Illinois! To check out other locations that Scratch Curbside can be found this summer, check out... Read More

What a brilliant programming decision by Denny Hitchcock and the Circa ’21 brass to bring in “Mamma Mia” at this point, right before the sequel is about to hit theaters and just as summer is reaching its peak, because “Mamma Mia” is an absolutely perfect summer show. It’s fun, it’s light, it’s fizzy and it’s goofily colorful. Based on and buttressed by a succession of songs by the Swedish supergroup ABBA, “Mamma Mia” tells the story of Sophie (Courtney Groves), a 20-year-old on the cusp of getting married, with one usual request couched in an unusual predicament – she wants... Read More

One of the most highly-anticipated weeks of the summer in the Quad Cities is officially here! That’s right, it’s Mississippi Valley Fair week! The 2018 Mississippi Valley Fair takes place from Tuesday Jul 31 through Sunday Aug 5, at the fairgrounds located at 2815 West Locust Street Davenport. Horse shows, talent shows, kids karaoke contests, carnival rides, petting zoos and concerts only begin the list of the many activities you will find this year. Do you already have your Fun Card? The Mississippi Valley Fair Fun Cards allow access to the fairgrounds every day and they are the only way you... Read More

What would make a trip to the Farmers’ Market even better? That’s right! A car show! Motors at the Market, hosted by Q.C. Gearheads Carclub is happening at the Freight House Farmers’ Market (421 W River Dr. Davenport) this Sunday Jul 29 from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. Enjoy shopping local fresh produce, enjoy the Mighty Mississippi waterfront, enjoy a Ferris Wheel ride at Modern Woodmen Park, grab a drink at Front Street Brewery and enjoy classic, new and one-of-a-kind cars! To keep up with events at the Freight House Farmers’ Market, visit their website at https://freighthousefarmersmarket.com/. To... Read More

Hey Quad Cities, are you ready to put those horns up and enjoy an entire day filled with Metal? QC Metal Fest 2018 is happening this Saturday Jul 28 at Bierstube Moline (415 15th St. Moline) from 2 p.m. – 12 a.m. in the Blackhawk Room and out in the Biergarten. Music will play all day on the two stages, alternating inside and outside. The evening will end inside the Blackhawk Room with a metal-themed burlesque show by the MoonShine Misfits! Here is the full line-up for Metal Fest 2018: 2:20 p.m.                          Extinguish the Sun 2:50 p.m.                         ... Read More

Since 1975, runners have traveled from all over the world to the Quad Cities for a one of a kind race event. The Bix 7 brings the most elite talent to downtown Davenport for one weekend, every July. That weekend is officially upon us, once again. It’s time for some Bix 7 fun! The Running Wild Sports and Fitness Expo will be in full-swing on Thursday July 26 from 5-9 p.m. and Friday July 29 from 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. The expo is a two-day event featuring vendors from the health, wellness and fitness industry including running apparel and gear, nutritional products and injury prevention. There is no... Read More

Home Free will bring their “A Country Christmas Tour” to the Adler Theatre on Thursday, December 13. The show is all ages and begins at 8:00 p.m. with doors opening at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $19.50, $34.50, $44.50, $99.50* & $249.50** and all price levels will increase by $5.50 on the day of the show. Tickets will go on sale Friday, July 27 at 10:00 a.m. online at Ticketmaster.com, by phone at 800-745-3000, or in person at the Adler Theatre Box Office (136 E. 3rd St.). **VIP Tier 1 includes: – Front Row Ticket – (1) commemorative show VIP lanyard and laminate. (1) show... Read More