There are only a few days left to give your input to the state! The 2024 Illinois 5Essentials Survey is available for teachers, parents, and students. Please take a moment to participate in the survey. Survey – https://www.rimsd41.org/apps/pages/5Essentials    Read More

Looking for something original AND local?… Here is something for you… For your late night viewing pleasure… QUAD CITIES is a web series that was shot in the Quad Cities in the summer of 2021 and debuted in the fall of 2021.  The series was created by Kurt Oberhaus (This Is Us) and Justin Marxen (Haunt) and features both local and National talent.  QUAD CITIES follows a series of gruesome murders that plague the Quad Cities and an unlikely duo must work together to restore peace to the area. All 5 episodes of  Quad Cities – Mini Series  now available for free on YouTube! EPISODE... Read More

Bobcat Goldthwait will showcase his stand-up routine for two shows in the Rhythm Room on Saturday, March 16 at 7 PM and 9:30 PM! Tickets will be available online at THE RHYTHM CASINO WEBSITE  or at The Market at Rhythm City for $25 plus applicable online/phone ticketing fee (this fee is waived when tickets are purchased at The Market Gift Shop inside Rhythm City Casino Resort). Since Bobcat Goldthwait’s first appearance on the David Letterman Show at the age of 20, he has gone on to maintain a thriving career as a writer, director, actor, voice actor and stand-up comedian. As a comedian, Bobcat... Read More

The district’s F.A.C.E (Family and Community Engagement) recognizes parents/guardians who are making a positive impact in our school district and community. Schools can nominate a parent/guardian who goes above and beyond to support the needs of children, our school, and/or our community. The winner receives a gift card, a bunt cake, and a sign that can be displayed outside their residence.   Doug and Cathy Mason – RICMS – Rita Entsminger The Mason’s have gone above and beyond to make sure each classroom their child is in has all needs taken care of. This has gone on for... Read More

Rock Island Milan Little League and Softball are pleased to announce tryouts for Little League and Babe Ruth Fast Pitch Softball for 2024 and beyond! Ages 4-14 will be able to play Little League Softball. Ages 15-18 will be able to play Babe Ruth Softball. Girls from Rock Island, Milan, Sherrard, Aledo, Andalusia and more can play in our league. We will be playing our home games at Camden in Milan We’ve secured funding for brand new equipment. Jerseys and visors will be provided for all players. We also have scholarships available for those that can’t afford to pay. Our goal... Read More

Visit Quad Cities is pleased to announce the 2024 Patty Viverito Emerging Leader Scholarship recipients. Named in honor of Patty Viverito, former senior associate commissioner at the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) and MVC football commissioner, the program recognizes female student-athletes who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership characteristics and community engagement. Applicants were tasked with submitting a 500-word essay detailing their leadership experience, volunteerism and sports participation. With an award of $1,000 per student, the program provides support and empowerment... Read More

This week’s Pet of the Week is… Tony! 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 Meet Tony, a Senior Cat with a Heart of Gold! Tony is a staff favorite. He loves to climb on people and be around people. He has a lot to say! Tony does... Read More

Join Red & Becca at Abernathy’s for Weird Craft Night! Unleash your inner artist as you craft a collage masterpiece on canvas using an eclectic mix of materials including magazines, medical prints, and other odd findings. All supplies are included, so you can let your imagination run wild! Don’t worry if this is your first time collaging, Red and Becca will be there the entire time, dishin’ out weird guidance as needed. When: Saturday, March 9th 5-7pm From 5:00 to 6:00 PM, enjoy a Sip and Shop session (BYOB), where you can browse Abernathy’s and mingle with fellow crafters,... Read More

It’s a quite cloudy morning. My kids are choosing pillows and snoring over an early breakfast with their dad. Giving me the chance to try something new. For months I’ve heard of the genius minds behind the FoodAffair . But I’ve quietly sat behind my desk and computer screen and contemplated my first trist with the much talked about Eggs Benedict. If this were a Sunday I may stay for mimosas, or maybe some waffles. However today my mind and heart are set. Walking into the restuarant it feels very open and warm. A faux fireplace adorns the walls and a wide open view of the... Read More

Davenport Community School District Career and Technical Education will hold the 8th Grade Signing Day in the Davenport West High School auditorium from 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 8. Career and Technical Education includes courses designed to introduce and prepare students for high-wage, high-skill, high-demand careers. The courses provide students with the academic and technical skills, knowledge, and training necessary to succeed in future careers, and are aligned to industry standards and needs within our community. The Davenport Community School District offers 15 specialized Career Tech... Read More