On April 16, students and faculty from the Social Work program at Western Illinois University proudly attended the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Advocacy Day held at the Illinois Capitol in Springfield, IL. A total of twelve students, accompanied by two professors, represented WIU at this event. Among them, three students were named Lobby Leaders, guiding various groups across the capitol to engage in discussions with legislators on critical social issues. “I think having this opportunity for students, even if this was their first time stepping foot in the Capitol, was very... Read More

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 This week’s Pet of the Week is… Marina! Meet Marina! Introducing Marina, the 3-year-old Heeler Mix who’s ready to make a splash in your life! Marina is a true gem waiting to be discovered.... Read More

MANIA: The ABBA Tribute is going to be live at the Adler Theatre, 136 E. 3rd St., Davenport Saturday, October 12 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are on sale now at the Adler box office and all Ticketmaster outlets. Take A Chance On MANIA…… you won’t be disappointed! This year the iconic Swedish pop group, is celebrating the 50th anniversary of their breakthrough hit single “Waterloo” and MANIA can’t wait to share the joy of this huge milestone! Mania the ABBA Tribute has successfully toured every continent in the world and has played over 3,000 live concerts in over 35 countries.... Read More

Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) announced that he has nominated five students from Central and Northwestern Illinois for admission to the United States Service Academies for the class entering the fall of 2024. The nominated students are:     United States Military Academy:  John Nienhaus- Moline High School, Moline, IL     United States Naval Academy:  Sean Conner Beckford – Auburn High School, Rockford, IL  Mason Caltagerone- Boylan Catholic High School, Rockford, IL  Patrick Conklin – W.T Woodson High School, Canton, IL  Arthur Horn – River Ridge High School, Freeport,... Read More

QC Unity Pride is thrilled to unveil the date for our much-anticipated Annual QC UNITY Pride Parade: June 1st, 2024. This spectacular parade stands as a beacon of unity, as it traverses across the Mississippi River and bridges bi-state lines, from Downtown Davenport, IA leading into the 2024 Quad Cities Pride Festival at Schwiebert Riverfront Park in Rock Island, IL. We’re joining together the vibrant communities of the Quad Cities on both sides of the Mississippi River this year for the parade route. Come celebrate diversity, inclusivity, and the spirit of togetherness with us. Learn more: PRIDE... Read More

Presented By First Fleet Concerts, Elle King rocks the Capitol Theatre June 13! Elle King – June 13 – Capitol Theatre Doors: 6:30 PM Show: 7:30 PM All Ages Tickets on sale NOW online athttp://firstfleetconcerts.com.  Read More

In its’ 8th year, Quad Cities Chalk Art Fest will take place June 22-23, 2024 at Schwiebert Riverfront Park in downtown Rock Island, IL. The festival starts at 10 a.m. both days and goes till 7pm on Saturday and 5pm on Sunday. This FREE, live outdoor arts festival brings together hundreds of artists that spend hours transforming the cement pavement at Schwiebert Park into a museum of chalk art, while competing for cash prizes. Visitors strolling by can see the wonderful works of art as they come to life, vote for their favorite and even do some chalk art of their own, by taking part in the community... Read More

Presented By First Fleet Concerts, Ben Folds brings his Paper Airplane Request Tour to Davenport’s Capitol Theatre Tuesday, August 13! Ben Folds – Paper Airplane Request Tour Tuesday, August 13 Doors: 6:00 PM Show: 7:00 PM All Ages Tickets on sale NOW online at axs.com!  Read More

Almost a year after their home on Main Street shuttered in the unfortunate collapse of the Davenport Hotel building, The Mockingbird flies once more to present Harper Lee’s classic, “To Kill a Mockingbird.” Adapted from the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, To Kill a Mockingbird opens in a sleepy Alabama town in the midst of the Great Depression, where Scout and her brother, Jem, live with their widowed father, Atticus Finch. Reminiscent of a bygone era, the play immerses us in a simpler time as the children play outside in the summer, act out stories and muse about their mysterious... Read More

Iowa City — In a clash of the titans, the number 9 ranked Bettendorf boys varsity soccer team defeated number 1 ranked and previously undefeated Dowling Catholic. After a physical and tough back-and-forth regulation ending in a 0-0 tie, Bettendorf outlasted Dowling in penalty kicks 3-2. Coming down to the final kick and holding a tight 3-2 lead, Bettendorf sophomore goalie Payton Douglas made a diving save to record his third stop in the extra session, and pandemonium ensued as the Bettendorf boys stormed the field in celebration. It was a hotly contested game with several close chances on... Read More