A group of national site consultants observed that our region boasts a strong and skilled labor pool, extensive experience in metals manufacturing, a wealth of legacy businesses and crucial access to raw materials during a recent Familiarization “Fam” Tour conducted by the Quad Cities Chamber. The group also said they were impressed with the cooperation between […]
Visit Quad Cities, in partnership with Quad City Arts, has announced the addition of 30 new sculptures to the QC Public Art Trail. This development underscores the Quad Cities’ ongoing commitment to cultural engagement and further solidifies Visit Quad Cities’ declaration as the Creative Capital of the Midwest. The QC Public Art Trail is a […]
Nate Bargatze is bringing his latest comedy tour to Moline’s Vibrant Arena at 7 p.m. tonight! 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 smaller […]
Looking for some fun this weekend? Check out Weekend in 2 Minutes with Sean Leary! Sean will run through a variety of awesome things to do in the Quad-Cities every weekend — from music to theater to comedy to family friendly activities and more! He puts an emphasis on free and low cost events to […]
Western Illinois football coach Joe Davis announced a handful of updates to his coaching staff this week as the Leatherneck group continues to build toward the season opener at Northern Illinois on August 31. The most significant update is Caleb Bonner moving from graduate assistant to a full-time coaching position, taking over the outside linebacker […]
On Friday, August 9, 2024, Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) met with Rock Falls Fire Chief Ken Wolf and Rock Falls Deputy Fire Chief Kyle Sommers to highlight his request for $1.5 million in federal funding to construct a new training tower for the department and other local departments in the region.
Western Illinois University is partnering with the Macomb Area Chamber of Commerce, City of Macomb, Spoon River College and the Macomb School District to host the Downtown Block Party from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 23, in Chandler Park, just north of the Macomb Square. The event will offer new and existing WIU students the opportunity […]
The Quad Cities branch of the Western Illinois University Libraries will continue to provide service for students, faculty and staff on the Quad Cities campus, even with the new vision for the Quad Cities campus. Beginning Monday, Aug. 19 the Quad Cities Library will have a Library and Information Desk at the second floor atrium […]
Professor Emeritus Don Crouch and his wife, Nancy, will be putting their art collection on display Monday, Aug. 19 – Friday, Sept. 20, at the Western Illinois University Art Gallery. A reception will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 27, from 4:30-6 p.m., which will feature a conversation with Don and Nancy at 5 p.m. Admission […]
Find fun events this weekend in the Illinois and Iowa Quad-Cities and every weekend by listening to the Weekend in 2 Minutes podcast! Looking for some fun this weekend? Check out Weekend in 2 Minutes with Sean Leary! Sean will run through a variety of awesome things to do in the Quad-Cities every weekend — […]
