Western Illinois University Facilities Management Building Services Employee Cindy Britton has been named the Al and Elaine Goldfarb Civil Service Employee of the Month for March. Britton started at WIU part time in 2005 and was hired full time in 2010. Before WIU, Britton’s favorite roles were being a wife and mother. Her passions lie in domestic engineering. “Being awarded this honor has lifted my spirits,” Britton said. “It means a lot to know that my work is appreciated, especially since I plan on retiring at the end of April.” Britton was not only nominated for... Read More

Catfish Charlie’s Restaurant at 4773 River Drive in Moline is having a grand opening today! Think you know Catfish Charlie’s? Think again. New management, a new menu and new features are waiting for you at the river’s edge. Let’s celebrate! Stop in this March for Grand Opening prices and exclusives you’re sure to love! Join us at the Quad Cities’ only true Mississippi River restaurant—you’ll be hooked on our flavors, great atmosphere and FUN! Lunch Wednesdays – Cheeseburger and one side $9.95 Thursdays – Rueben sandwich and one side $9.95 Fridays – Fish sandwich and one... Read More

Country star Blake Shelton is playing at 7 p.m. tonight at the Vibrant Arena in Moline! Tickets start at $53 and are on sale at the box office and all online ticketmaster outlets. All ages require a ticket Ticket pricing is subject to change without prior notice 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, MERCHANDISE AND PARKING:... Read More

This week’s Pet of the Week is… Lolla Lee Lou! 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 at 612 1st St. W. Milan, IL 61264. Number is (309) 787-6830. Also check out qcawc.org Say hello to Lolla-Lee-Loo: This adorable girl has a whimsical name to match her quirky purrsonality. She is a very talkative girl who loves... Read More

Western Illinois University’s Quad Cities campus will host a series of presentations, films and panels from 5-6 p.m. each Wednesday night during the Spring 2020 semester. This series will focus on informative topics in relation to Earth Day. The public is invited to attend. Here are the upcoming presentations:   February 5 – Climate and Weather – Eric Sorensen, WQAD Meteorologist (RH 111)   February 19 – To Save Nature is to Save Ourselves: Surviving Mass Extinction – Joel Vanderbush, Curator of Conservation & Education, Niabi Zoo.   February 26 – American... Read More

It’s time for the only bi-state St. Patrick’s Day Parade in the country! And it’s right here in the Quad Cities! The Grand Parade takes place this Saturday Mar 16. The parade begins at 11:30 a.m. at the corner of 4th Avenue and 23rd Street in Rock Island. It will then wind its way west through downtown Rock Island following 4th Avenue to 20th Street, then to 3rd Avenue to 17th Street and finally to 2nd Avenue to the Centennial Bridge. The parade then crosses the Mississippi River to Gaines Street in Davenport. From there, it will go north to 3rd Street and then east on 3rd to the River Center.... Read More

WQPT ANNOUNCES WHARTON FIELD HOUSE DOCUMENTARY Air Date: Friday, April 26, 2024 7:00 p.m. WQPT PBS – Channel 24.1 MOLINE, ILLINOIS – WQPT PBS WQPT is currently producing a local documentary that will give voice to a building with many stories to tell. It’s an institution that has been part of our Quad City history since 1928. Much more than a structure, Wharton Field House has played a significant role in our community’s past, but even more so in many of our personal lives. Beloved by all, it has hosted competitive sports at both the high school and professional level, and been a premier... Read More

Visit Quad Cities is pleased to announce the 2024 Patty Viverito Emerging Leader Scholarship recipients. Named in honor of Patty Viverito, former senior associate commissioner at the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) and MVC football commissioner, the program recognizes female student-athletes who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership characteristics and community engagement. Applicants were tasked with submitting a 500-word essay detailing their leadership experience, volunteerism and sports participation. With an award of $1,000 per student, the program provides support and empowerment... Read More

This week’s Pet of the Week is… Tony! 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 at 612 1st St. W. Milan, IL 61264. Number is (309) 787-6830. Also check out qcawc.org Meet Tony, a Senior Cat with a Heart of Gold! Tony is a staff favorite. He loves to climb on people and be around people. He has a lot to say! Tony does... Read More

If you’re looking for some fun stuff to do this weekend in the Quad-Cities, there’s just one place to go every week, and that’s to your Weekend in 2 Minutes podcast! Every Thursday we drop a great, free, cool podcast here on QuadCities.com for your listening pleasure, to let you know what’s up. Check it out this week and every week on your fun, free, local QuadCities.com!  Read More