Summer is supposed to be relaxing for many high school students, but this one has been extra busy for Davenport Central senior Micah Roldan, as he prepares for the lead role of a lifetime. He is portraying the iconic Jean Valjean of the musical “Les Miserables,” the first time all Davenport high schools have collaborated […]
Western Illinois University Professor Emeritus Andy Baker was honored with the honorary American Future Farmers of America (FFA) Degree, a national award given to individuals or organizations for exceptional services to agricultural education or the FFA. “This recognition is the greatest honor you can receive from the National FFA Organization, so it is very endearing […]
Many artists today use the trendy term “multi-hyphenate” – meaning they are triple threats or more, able to unleash many talents at once, like singing, dancing and acting. Shelley Cooper, associate professor of musical theatre at Augustana College, has long been a multi-hyphenate, with impressive experience as a singer, director, actress, playwright, choreographer, producer and […]
Grab your tickets now for our upcoming fundraiser at Sound Conservatory benefiting The Third Place QC, a daytime drop-in center providing dignity, support, and vital resources to those experiencing homelessness in our community. The show starts at 7, doors open at 6:30 p.m. for the show on Sept. 5 at 504 17th St., Moline. Opening […]
Burnishing its reputation for offering contemporary productions and theater most other venues in the region don’t, The Black Box Theatre in Moline is hosting its first Solo Fringe Festival (showcasing solo artists) at the end of this month. The project – the first Fringe Festival in the Quad Cities — is being funded in part […]
Nova Singers, led by award-winning conductor Dr. Laura Lane, will launch its 40th season this October. The beloved choir on Monday announced its 2025-26 concert season, continuing its mission of bringing the finest choral music to audiences in Galesburg and the Quad Cities, and to push the envelope regarding innovative programming, a press release says. […]
“Marjorie Prime,” a play by Jordan Harrison now running at Richmond Hill Players, is one of the most haunting and sad pieces of theater I’ve ever seen. In the not-too-distant future (starting in 2062 specifically), with artificial intelligence deeply embedded in our daily lives, 85-year-old Marjorie struggles with her disparate, fading memories. She lives with her […]
Representative Mike Vondran of Davenport, Iowa, will announce on Monday, August 18, 2025, at 6:15 p.m. at the Vettura Club located at 350 Research Parkway, Davenport, that he is seeking re-election for Iowa House of Representatives District 94 in 2026. Representative Vondran is announcing at his re-election campaign kick-off event alongside special guests: U.S. Congressman Randy […]
The Quad Cities’ public art train keeps chugging along, as one of the largest art installations in the region is coming to downtown Moline. The Moline Public Art Commission, in collaboration with MetroLINK and Quad City Arts, received over 250 artist submissions from around the world, for a transformational public art project at 1315 4th […]
Get your cameras ready and your pets looking paw-fect… The 3rd Annual QCAWC Pet Photo Calendar Contest Presented by Green Family Auto is almost here! Show off your finned, feathered, or furry family member for a chance to: Win bragging rights, Be featured in our 2026 Pet Calendar, Score cool prizes! Prizes Include: First Place – Your pet on the calendar […]
