Today, Congressman Eric Sorensen, running for reelection in Illinois’ 17th Congressional District, joined Rock Island County farmers to accept an official endorsement from the Illinois Farm Bureau’s political action committee, ACTIVATOR. “For over 20 years as a meteorologist, I worked to protect family farmers from dangerous storms—now, I’m fighting to protect their livelihoods in Congress,” said Sorensen. “I’m honored […]

Today, Congressman Eric Sorensen will join Rock Island County farmers and Illinois Farm Bureau leaders a family farm in Taylor Ridge, where they will discuss the status of the farm bill, the effects of severe weather on farms, and Sorensen’s efforts on behalf of Illinois producers. This visit follows the endorsement of Sorensen’s campaign by the Illinois […]

FIV Cats are Positively Adoptable! Cats with Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) can live long, healthy, and happy lives—just like any other cat! All they need is love, care, and a forever family.  Come meet Gilbert and our FIV-positive cats and discover why they’re just as adoptable as any other feline friend! Get ready for a paws-itively […]

Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) is now accepting applications from high school students in Illinois’ 17th Congressional District seeking nominations to a U.S. Service Academy for the Fall 2025 term. The deadline for applications is Friday, November 1, 2024, at 5:00 P.M CT. “These institutions shape our future leaders, and I’m excited to help our local high […]

Get ready to meet the Illinois and Iowa Pet of the Week! 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 week! QCAWC Adoption & Education Center is at 724 2nd Ave. W. Milan, IL 61264. The number […]

Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) and Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), a member of the U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC), visited Rock Island Arsenal to discuss current manufacturing operations and how Congress can continue to support the Arsenal. Duckworth and Sorensen met Arsenal Leadership, including LTG Mark Landes, Commanding General, First Army, […]

Show off your finned, feathered, and furry family member by entering our 2nd Annual QCAWC Pet Photo Calendar Contest Presented by Green Family Auto! Not only will you WIN bragging rights, but you will also have your pet featured in our 2025 calendar and the chance to win some cool prizes! New this year reserve a SPOT! Pick […]

Gilda’s Club is holding Group Dinners Tuesdays, 5:00-6:00 pm. Join us for dinner at Gilda’s Club Davenport before Tuesday evening groups and Kid’s Club/Teen Time. If you’re coming to group, save your energy and time by joining us for dinner first! Please RSVP at least a day in advance to ensure a spot at the table!! […]

QCAWC/McLaughlin Subaru FREE Microchipping Clinic on Saturday, October 12th, from 10am-12pm at McLaughlin Subaru located at 4101 41st Street, Moline, IL. The first 50 pets will receive microchips at no cost, and after that, microchipping will be available for a low cost of just $10 per pet!

Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17), alongside Congressman Marc Molinaro (NY-19), Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13), Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02), and Congressman Jim Costa (CA-21) introduced the bipartisan Hydrogen for Industry Act, which creates a program for hydrogen to be used to produce building materials such as steel, cement, glass, chemicals, and fuel. Hydrogen energy will play an important […]