Like many American children, Dean and Deb Mathias learned to ride bikes at an early age. Unlike most, however, the couple has cultivated that rite of passage into an enduring passion—one that has introduced them to lifelong friends, been shared with multiple family generations, taken them all over the globe, and guided them to give […]
Because of crowd size limitations due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 51st annual Western Illinois University Ag Mech Farm Expo, scheduled for March 5-6, has been canceled. The annual show, acknowledged as the largest, student-run agriculture show in the country, attracts more than 150 vendors, and provides networking opportunities for students. “We are disappointed to […]
Looking for something fun to do? Listen to our Weekend in 2 Minutes podcast every week on QuadCities.com! From Jojo Siwa to SUYP and more, here’s a rundown of fun in the Quad-Cities over the coming weekend! Listen here!
The JoJo Siwa D.R.E.A.M Tour is finally coming to the Quad Cities February 4! Friday, February 4th – 7:00pm The TaxSlayer Center Event and ticket info here: https://www.taxslayercenter.com/event-details/jojo-siwa Nickelodeon superstar JoJo Siwa is a YouTube personality, singer, dancer, entrepreneur, social media influencer and The New York Times bestselling author. Siwa connects with her fans through […]
From the African American Literary Society to the Zoology Club, and all sports clubs, honor and academic societies, fraternity and sorority life and all other clubs in-between, with more than 200 student organizations at Western Illinois University, there truly is something for everyone. WIU-Macomb students can check out registered student organizations at Western at the […]
It was a day of celebration at the downtown Enterprise Lofts, where Mayor Sangeetha Rayapati and other officials celebrated the announcement of Western Illinois University-Quad Cities decision to open its new Spanish Bilingual Early Learning and Family Empowerment Lab. This exciting project launched the same day Moline began accepting applications for its new ARPA-funded childcare […]
A podcast highlighting the careers of Western Illinois University Broadcasting and Journalism alumni is embarking on its second season. Jan. 12 marked the one-year anniversary of “Alumni Chats,” hosted by College of Fine Arts and Communication Interim Dean William “Buzz” Hoon. “The podcast has hit some milestones this year,” said Hoon. “We are proud that […]
Don’t let the cold winter weather stop your fitness goals. Stretch yourself with Zoom Chair Yoga, a weekly, 45-minute virtual class hosted by the Moline Public Library. Classes are available Thursdays, February 3, 10, 17, and 24 at 11:00am upon registration. To sign up, please call the Library at 309-524-2470 or visit //molinelibrary.com/events. Certified yoga […]
Western Illinois University Alumnus Mark Scherer has been named the assistant athletic director for development within Western Illinois University’s Foundation and Development Office, effective Jan. 24. Scherer had previously served as an agent trainee and sales associate for State Farm since October 2021. Before joining State Farm, he was the head men’s basketball coach and […]
“We’re getting our community meetings back together with the next Listening Post. We’ll make sure there is an online option as well but this will be at the public library. Come share with us what’s working and what needs work in our community.” -Mayor Sangeetha Rayapati Learn more here: https://facebook.com/events/s/listening-post/943672589663919/
