I’ve never been a big fan of the Andrew Lloyd Webber-Tim Rice fable, “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat,” which sold out its Sunday, June 8 performance at Music Guild, Moline. The Biblical tale (based on the Book of Genesis) — first set to music by a 20-year-old Lloyd Webber in 1968, in a school […]
Our Pet of the Week is Mr. Kitty: https://qcawc.org/adopt/pet/2024-1501 Meet Mr. Kitty! This 8-year-old bundle of joy is neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, and full of love. He’s FIV+, but healthy and ready for a forever home—plus, his adoption fee is waived! With his playful spirit and sweet affection, Mr. Kitty is sure to bring smiles every day. […]
The Pulling Focus Film Festival returns for its third year this weekend, kicking off with a Thursday night opening reception at The Last Picture House, downtown Davenport. In 2023, Azubuike African American Council for the Arts launched the inaugural year of the Pulling Focus Film Festival, an annual celebration of film and culture that focuses […]
The Western Illinois University Writing Center (UWC) will be open to help students throughout the summer Monday, June 2 – Friday, August 15 in Malpass Library, third floor. The UWC offers guidance to students taking summer courses, working on writing projects, updating resumes and more. The opening hours are: Mondays: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. […]
Congratulations to Central High School for earning the 2025 All-State Art School recognition from the Art Educators of Iowa! This honor highlights the state’s top high school artists and programs. Special shoutout to artists who placed in the top 15 statewide: seniors Naomi Fiscus and Ella Strader, and junior Kate Stolley. Knowledge Turner and Meyah […]
Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) issued the following statement in response to the Rock Island Arsenal Defense Alliance press conference held today: “Recent reports that the Army is considering cutting hundreds of jobs from the Rock Island Arsenal have been very concerning to me, which is why I have been working with Republicans and Democrats to […]
The Ohio Valley Conference released the 2025 Baseball postseason awards this morning which featured two Leathernecks. Liam Bushey was named to the All-OVC Second Team as a Utility player while Kenneth Perez was named to the All-OVC Freshman Team. Bushey, a native of Mission, British Columbia, led the Leathernecks in several offensive categories this season including batting average (.340), hits […]
The 43rd George Hermann Western Illinois Senior Olympics (WISO) wrapped up with resounding success, as many athletes from across Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Minnesota, California and Florida gathered at Western Illinois University to celebrate competition, fitness and community. Spanning over 30 events across nine sports, including track and field, swimming, cycling, golf and more, the WISO […]
The Optimist Club Foundation of Davenport is proud to announce the 2025 recipients of the Promise Award, an annual recognition honoring students who exemplify the values of the Optimist Creed. This prestigious award celebrates students who lead with kindness, optimism, and personal integrity—often lifting others while pursuing their own educational goals. Each year, three students […]
Alumni from the Western Illinois University baseball team descended on Macomb this April to celebrate the program’s history. Players from six different decades were in Macomb to renew old friendships, develop new relationships and cheer on the players of the 2025 WIU Baseball team. The 16 alumni on hand were honored in pregame on-field ceremonies […]
