The FAQ is back at Rock Island’s Rozz Tox tonight! Join host Andrew King as he quizzes contestants on a variety of topics in what could be described as “Antagonistic Jeopardy”. Not-so physical challenges, plenty of goofs, and more, in this comedic game show! Returning Champion: Liv Carrow! Challengers Mike Steele and Chris Schlichting!$8 CoverStarts […]
The Western Illinois men’s soccer program was honored by the Summit League this week for their efforts in the classroom during the 2023-24 academic year. The Leathernecks had five student-athletes named to the Commissioner’s List of Academic Achievement for the 2023-24 academic year. Those student-athletes are Jimmy Baars, Liam Gainey, Gabe Chapa, Oscar Olingdahl, and […]
Join the Quad City Animal Welfare Center, The Blue Grass Charitable Drop Off Program, and many other nonprofits in the area for New Year’s Eve in July FUNdraiser Gala! Food, Drinks, Raffles, Silent Auctions, 50/50, and a Photo Booth! Tickets are $15 in advance at Blessings Boutique, 215 W. Mayne St., Blue Grass, online in […]
It’s the last week of free summer meals for kids. Please join us! Breakfast and lunch served 8-9 am and 12-1 pm at Mark Twain Elementary and Bettendorf Middle School.
Ra Ra Riot will be playing at 7 p.m. tonight at the Raccoon Motel in downtown Davenport. Tickets are available at the door. More info is here. Celebrated indie-pop stalwarts Ra Ra Riot are returning after an unofficial hiatus with a slate of upcoming shows : three headlining dates in May (during which the band […]
The Western Illinois University Sociology department is expanding its reach by introducing a new online program. Starting this Fall 2024 semester, WIU will offer an online Master of Arts program in Sociology, which will mirror the current in-person program. The program will have three exit options: thesis, internship and non-thesis. The program will allow for […]
Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) applauded the inclusion of investments for Western Illinois in the bipartisan Water Resources Development Act of 2024 (WRDA), legislation that authorizes the Army Corps of Engineers to carry out major water infrastructure upgrades across the country. Following Sorensen’s advocacy, the bill was passed out of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee with […]
MOLINE, IL – – Heidi Lung, Director of the Museum Studies Graduate Program at Western Illinois University, has been named one of the recipients of the Iowa Museum Association (IMA) Leadership Award for 2024. The IMA Leadership Award honors exceptional contributions to the museum field through visionary leadership. “Heidi’s vision, experience, and expertise have greatly […]
Mark your calendars for the Rock Island and Milan schools annual Ready to Rock back to the school bash on Sunday, July 28, 2024, from 3pm – 5pm at Schwiebert Park. There will be more than 20 organizations sharing information and resources, free backpacks and school supplies, free food, and Amazon gift card raffles. Can’t […]
The Downtown Lounge is the perfect place to enjoy a bit of jazz and a great drink! Enjoy live entertainment every Thursday evening through the summer! Enjoy delicious cocktails and great jazz music Thursday nights from 7-10. Learn more here: DOWNTOWN JAZZ NIGHT
