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SAU Football Player Titus-Porter Serves As Mentor For Davenport Elementary Kids

May 15th, 2023
SAU Football Player Titus-Porter Serves As Mentor For Davenport Elementary Kids

De’Viann Titus-Porter, or ‘TP’ to his many friends, is a graduating senior at St. Ambrose University and football player. TP is also a graduate of North High School! Over the past school year, TP served as a mentor at Wilson Elementary School and today the school threw an event called ‘Bee the Difference’ featuring SAU cheerleaders and football players. The students had a blast playing games, winning prizes, and watching the cheerleaders perform stunts. TP was presented with a ‘Hug Award,’ an ‘Honorary Staff’ t-shirt, and personalized thank... Read More

Davenport’s DeViann Titus-Porter Holding Motivational Event At Wilson Elementary School

May 8th, 2023
Davenport's DeViann Titus-Porter Holding Motivational Event At Wilson Elementary School

De Viann Titus-Porter, a St. Ambrose football player and senior who graduated from North High School, has organized an event with St. Ambrose athletics at Wilson Elementary to motivate students. De Viann has been volunteering with Wilson Elementary since February 1st and has volunteered close to 300 hours. His teammates have also joined him, making a massive impact on both the school and its students!  Read More

Rock Island’s Truth Vesey Places Top Three At Illinois Freestyle State Wrestling Tournament

May 8th, 2023
Rock Island's Truth Vesey Places Top Three At Illinois Freestyle State Wrestling Tournament

It is not debatable, when it comes to the Olympic styles of wrestling, Illinois is the absolute best. This makes the Illinois Freestyle State Tournament among the toughest in the Nation. Today 5 Rocks competed, and while Antonio Parker, Amare Overton (top 8 finish), Steven Marquez (top 6 finish), and Andrew Marquez (top 6 finish) all had long days and battled hard, Truth Vesey was the lone medalist, taking 3rd Place and earning a spot on the IL National Team and will be competing for them at Nationals in Fargo! Truth defeated a state champion and 2 other state medalists to earn his spot! All wrestlers... Read More

Western Illinois University Celebrates Asian And Pacific Islander American Heritage Month

May 8th, 2023
Western Illinois University Celebrates Asian And Pacific Islander American Heritage Month

May is Asian and Pacific Islander American Heritage Month. Since 1990, the U.S. has used this month to recognize and celebrate Asians and Pacific Islanders in the United States. Like many commemorative months, Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month originated in Congress in 1977. After several failed resolutions, a week was proclaimed for the acknowledgement and celebration of Asian/Pacific American Heritage in 1979. Finally, in 1990, it was expanded to the entire month of May, with the theme this year being “Advancing Leaders Through Opportunity.” This theme supports WIU’s mission,... Read More

Hot Dam! Dam Tacos Opening In Downtown Davenport

May 4th, 2023
Hot Dam! Dam Tacos Opening In Downtown Davenport

Attention all taco lovers! Get ready for the newest addition to the Quad Cities food and bar scene – Dam Tacos! This unique taco concept will be opening on Cinco de Mayo, Friday, May 5th, and it’s guaranteed to leave you saying, “I need some Dam Tacos!” Dam Tacos is a carry-out and delivery-only concept, with a full service bar specializing in all things tequila and more. The menu only consists of damn good tacos, each one packed with bold flavors and fresh ingredients. From classics like Carne Asada, Carnitas, and Boom Boom Shrimp to amazing Chicken options, our tacos are sure to impress. Dam... Read More

Western Illinois University Celebrates Minority Health Month in April

April 15th, 2023
Western Illinois University Celebrates Minority Health Month in April

Western Illinois University has celebrated Minority Health Month in April since 2006. The national theme this year is, “Better Health Through Better Understanding.” This year’s theme focuses on improving health outcomes for racial and ethnic minority and AI/AN communities by providing them with culturally and linguistically competent healthcare services, information and resources. When patients are provided with culturally and linguistically appropriate information, they are empowered to create healthier outcomes for themselves and their communities. “WIU’s recognition... Read More

EveryChild Selects Champions for Every Child Award Recipients

April 14th, 2023
EveryChild Selects Champions for Every Child Award Recipients

MOLINE, Illinois—EveryChild, the nonprofit formerly known as the Child Abuse Council, is proud to announce this year’s recipients of the Champions for Every Child Award. This year, two awards will be given – one to an individual and one to organization to celebrate the community leaders who dedicate their time and talents to ensuring a safe, healthy childhood for all. “We received a lot of wonderful, deserving nominations from the community. Our hope is to shine a light on the people and organizations who work every day to help future generations thrive,” said Mark Mathews, EveryChild’s... Read More

Positive News In Illinois And Iowa: What’s The Good News For April?

April 10th, 2023
Positive News In Illinois And Iowa: What's The Good News For April?

The good weather is back and with it comes the good news! That’s right, QuadCities.com teams up with KWQC-TV6’s “Paula Sands Live” to bring you positive news about great things and people in and around the Quad-Cities, and we’re springing back with a lot more upbeat stuff! Here’s the good news for this month: Rock Island Crossing Guard Repays Kindness Of Students Ben Dixon has stood at the corner of 30th street and 31st avenue for the last 14 years making sure Eugene Field students get to school safely. He’s become a staple within the Eugene Field School community. “Every day Ben... Read More

Quad Cities Alliance for Immigrants and Refugees (QCAIR) Hosts Annual Citizenship Honors Dinner

April 9th, 2023
Quad Cities Alliance for Immigrants and Refugees (QCAIR) Hosts Annual Citizenship Honors Dinner

The Quad Cities Alliance for Immigrants and Refugees (QCAIR) is hosting its annual Citizenship Honors Dinner. This event will feature five speakers who will each share their inspiring stories of immigrating to the United States. Najib Habib, Yen Dao, Niyongabire Prosper, Juan Ortiz, and Mauricio Diaz will take the stage to recount their unique experiences of adapting to a new country and culture. In addition to the captivating stories, attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy food from four local Quad Cities restaurants: Taste of Ethiopia, Mantra, Tamales for Hope, and Miss Phay Café. This... Read More

Cookies & Dreams plans Grand ReOpening in Bettendorf on April 8th

April 8th, 2023
Cookies & Dreams plans Grand ReOpening in Bettendorf on April 8th

Cookies & Dreams is hosting a Grand ReOpening in Bettendorf on April 8th. Following a lengthy & ambitious expansion project, we are thrilled to announce that our Bettendorf location has moved to a bigger location! We are hosting a Grand ReOpening event on April 8th at our new location with a full menu of 13 giant, mouth-watering cookie flavors – including our brand new April Cookies of the Month & our fan-favorite Cinnamon Roll Cookie. The first 50 guests will receive a free OG Chocolate Chip Cookie & we will offer prizes for the 1st, 10th, 25th, 50th & 100th guests throughout... Read More