Author Charles Dickens created memorable characters who live in poverty but still find ways to help others. Dickens explained, saying, “No One Is Useless in This World Who Lightens the Burdens of Another.” The Genesis Day of Giving on Nov. 19 is a generosity-driven effort to lighten the burdens and remove the barriers to improved health in the region. With your support of Genesis Day of Giving, Genesis Foundation is able to support: Center For Breast Health: Fund covers mammograms and diagnostic screenings for men and women who cannot afford them Family Connects Genesis: Fund for visiting nurses... Read More

The holidays are a special time for family gatherings and sharing memories of those who have passed. The Genesis Remembrance Tree in Davenport will celebrate the memories of loved ones for the 18th consecutive year. The Genesis Remembrance Tree illuminates the continuing need for access to quality hospice care in the region. The tree lighting ceremony will be held on Monday, Nov. 15 at 6 p.m. outside the Clarissa C. Cook Hospice House, 2546 Tech Drive, Bettendorf. Parking will be available at 2535 Maplecrest Road adjacent to the hospice house. Family and friends are welcome to gather for this special... Read More

The Western Illinois University Office of Student Engagement (OSE) – Volunteer Services, in cooperation with the Salvation Army, is sponsoring an Angel Tree in the University Union Concourse from Monday, Nov. 1-Friday, Dec. 10. With 100 children in need as part of the project, participants from the WIU and Macomb communities can select an angel from the tree to donate gifts to children who otherwise might not receive any gifts. Those wishing to participate should select an angel, register at the service desk located next to the University Bookstore and return new, unwrapped gifts to the Office... Read More

In the spirit of No Shave November, Gilda’s Club is launching Grow Your Mo. For the month of November, we encourage men in the community to forego shaving and begin growing a fantastic mustache which will be proudly showcased in a Stache Pageant held on December 4th at Icons Martini Lounge in Rock Island during the wrap up party at 6:30p. Contestants pay a participation fee of $30 and can fundraise on behalf of Gilda’s for the month of November. We encourage you to showcase that stache by sending in photos to events@gildasclubqc.org of your progress and establish your bragging rights.... Read More

The Davenport Public Library now has a licensed Social Worker available as a resource to our patrons. With this new service, patrons will receive personalized attention and assistance with their social service needs. A few of the ways our Library Social Worker can help you is by making referrals and connecting you to community resources and organizations that can address your specific need. In addition, your Library Social Worker will provide support and advocate on your behalf. Do you need help navigating government benefits, affordable housing, or unemployment?  Or, as a parent, you may be wondering... Read More

Kelly and Tammy Rundle of Fourth Wall Films received a Mid-America Emmy® Saturday evening for their short documentary “Over & Under: Wildlife Crossings” in the Environmental/Science category. The Rundles’ films have been nominated nine times. “Our sincere gratitude for this important win goes to all involved in this production,” producer Tammy Rundle said. “And, a big thank you to Lora Adams and WQPT-PBS for the qualifying broadcast and their ongoing interest in our films.” “Our hope was that the film would bring more awareness to this important environmental subject and inspire... Read More

Fourth Wall Films Tammy and Kelly Rundle are finally Emmy WINNERS! The duo posted the following on social media: Our film “Over & Under: Wildlife Crossings” won an Emmy last night! A HUGE thank you to Lora Adams and WQPT-PBS for the qualifying broadcast and all of your support! Our sincere gratitude to Ross Gipple, Mark Edwards, BeWildReWild, and the Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation for entrusting us with this important project. #MindTheSigns #bewildrewild For more information, click here.  Read More

GRAND CHAMPIONS! Congratulations to the Pride of Rock Island as they won best guard, 1st place in class 4A, and overall Grand champion of the entire show of 20 bands at their state competition for marching bands on Saturday night! What a way to end a great season. #ThisHouseRocks  Read More

Join us tonight for the return of “Showcase of Bands” as local high school marching bands present their 2021 competition shows at Rock Island High School Stadium. Gates will open at 6PM with performances beginning at 7PM. Admission is $5.00 per person. Concessions will be open. The following bands will be performing: -Assumption High School Marching Knights -Sherrard High School Marching Tigers -Kewanee High School Marching Boilermakers -Orion High School Marching Chargers -Rockridge High School Marching Rockets -Moline High School Marching Maroons -United Township High School... Read More

On Friday, October 22, 2021, Washington Jr. High School unveiled its $2.1 million renovation and expansion project to the community. View photo album>> The project features a secure entryway and cafeteria renovation and expansion. Plans also included administrative offices, two flexible spaces for specialists that serve students, and a space for the school nurse that includes a separate bathroom and shower. The project renovated 4,800 s/f of the existing structure and added 3,500 s/f to the northeast side of the building. Revenue from the 1% Rock Island County Sales Tax was used to fund... Read More