Rock Island – Project NOW, Inc, as administrator of the Energy Assistance Program in Henry, Mercer, and Rock Island Counties is pleased to announce that funds are available to assist income-eligible households with their natural gas, propane and/or electric bills and furnace assistance for inoperable heating systems. The program will begin taking applications on October 1, 2025, for older […]
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, MercyOne Genesis and the MercyOne Genesis Health Services Foundation will host the 5th annual Gather for the Cure on Sunday, October 19, at Scott County Park, Whispering Pines Indoor Shelter. Early bird registration is open until August 31. WHO: 5th annual Gather For The Cure WHEN: 12 p.m. […]
In response to the severe weather events and the resulting emergency declaration in Scott County, the Quad Cities Community Foundation has activated its Quad Cities Disaster Recovery Fund to support response and recovery needs in the region. Donations to the fund are now being accepted at www.QCCommunityFoundation.org. Damage from flooding, high winds, and possible tornado activity […]
After a one-year hiatus, MercyOne Genesis ‘Pack the Bus’ will return July 21 – 24. All donated items will be distributed to schools around the Quad Cities area to help families that may not have the resources to send their children to school with all the necessary supplies. “Pack the Bus” began in 2019 to […]
MercyOne Genesis Home Runs for Life honoree Meeko Sherman, 5, of Davenport, will be honored during the Quad Cities River Bandits game Friday, July 18. MercyOne Genesis and the Quad Cities River Bandits have partnered since 2016 to recognize the success stories of MercyOne Genesis physical therapy and rehabilitation patients. Friday, July 18, at the end […]
Get ready for a tail-wagging good time! Join us for QCAWC Kids Crafting Day – a FREE open house style event celebrating National Craft for Your Local Shelter Day! Create fun toys and goodies for our shelter pets at DIY craft stations! QCAWC Adoption & Education Center – 724 2nd Ave W, Milan Saturday, July […]
MercyOne Genesis Home Runs for Life honoree Riley Olmstead, 9, of Clinton, will be honored during the Quad Cities River Bandits game Friday, June 13 at the end of the first inning. MercyOne Genesis and the Quad Cities River Bandits have partnered since 2016 to recognize the success stories of MercyOne Genesis physical therapy and […]
In honor of National Donate Life Month, MercyOne Genesis Silvis Medical Center and the Gift of Hope Organ and Tissue Donor Network raised he Donate Life flag to celebrate those who have chosen to share the gift of life through organ, eye and tissue donation. The flag-raising ceremony was held on Monday, April 21, at […]
Meet the new 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 is (309) […]
Project NOW Rock Island is holding a poverty conference today at their offices at 1830 2nd Ave. The schedule of events is: 8 am Breakfast & Networking 9 am Opening with Dwight L. Ford, Project NOW President/CEO 9:15 am-10:00 am Poverty in the QCA: The American Myth on Twelve Dollars Per Day Roger Pavey-Illinois Community Action President […]
