Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) along with Congresswoman Lori Chavez-DeRemer (OR-05), Congresswoman Jenniffer González-Colón (PR-AL), and Congresswoman Kim Schrier (WA-08) introduced the bipartisan Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) Establishment Act. This legislation will provide states with federal grants to help working families afford clean drinking water and wastewater services.    “We have wonderful communities here in Central and […]

You are invited to our 2nd annual Poverty Conference Thursday at Rhythm City Casino beginning at 9 am.   There are panels on re-entry, housing affordability, youth training and more.  You can come for one panel or all day.  Thanks for your interest.   9:00 am Welcome Dwight Ford, Project NOW Executive Director Update from Stormy […]

Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) along with Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-01) introduced the bipartisan Opportunities for Non-developed Sites to Have Opportunities to be Rehabilitated for Economic Development (ONSHORE) Act. This legislation will help strengthen our supply chains by giving communities the tools that they need to attract manufacturing jobs, companies, and facilities.    “Manufacturing is the heartbeat […]

Enjoy great eats TODAY from Bad Boyz and help raise funds for the Bettendorf High School Class of 2024 After Prom Event (APE). Mention the Class of 2024 After Prom Event or show the flyer below.  

MUSCATINE – PURE IOWA ~ SPARKLING STREAM WATER ~  a Pop Art exhibit and recognition of Muscatine County Energy Champions top the program for the Earth Day Celebration hosted jointly by the Muscatine County Energy District and League of Women Voters of Muscatine County. The event will take place Monday, April 22 at 6:00 at […]

Last week, Rock Island High School hosted its annual Construction Trades Career Expo for all QCA students. It was a great opportunity for students and their families to come out and learn more about apprenticeship programs and career opportunities in construction trades.

The Western Illinois golf program is thrilled to introduce a new opportunity to support the program. The Men’s and Women’s golf teams are embarking on a fundraising campaign to enhance their winter facilities and swing technology this spring. By purchasing a raffle ticket at https://bit.ly/43LJJEi, not only will you be contributing to the Leatherneck golf […]

MACOMB, IL/ MOLINE,IL – – Western Illinois University’s Museum Studies program sponsors the 2024 Career Conversations from 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 11. This virtual Zoom event is for emerging professionals, professionals in career transition and any individuals interested in connecting with these vibrant groups of professionals. During the event, panelists will share their educational and […]

Rock Island, IL – Economic Growth Corporation (GROWTH), a HUD-approved housing counseling agency, is excited to announce its upcoming Free Personal Growth Workshop. Tailored to assist Illinois residents in enhancing their financial well-being, the workshop offers valuable insights into financial budgeting, management, and setting achievable goals for the future. As U.S. National Financial Literacy Month […]

Aligned with our core principles, the Rock Island Parks & Recreation Department remains unwavering in our commitment to ensuring equitable access to organized sports leagues for all children, irrespective of their economic circumstances. Through the generous support of sponsors like you, we can make our program accessible to every child, empowering them to participate in […]