Join Rock Islanders for a reception to welcome RIMSD #41 new incoming Superintendent of Schools Dr. Sharon Williams. You will be able to learn more about her, and her background and hear her vision for the district. Afterward, guests will be able to mix and mingle. There will be three receptions held. May 7th – 8:00 am – 9:00 am @ Hy-Vee (community room) 2930 18th Ave, Rock Island, IL May 14 – 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm @RIMSD #41 Administration Center, 2000 7th Ave, Rock Island, IL May 22 – 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm @ MLK Center, 630 9th Street, Rock Island, IL  Read More

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! And this week we’ve got a BONUS PET OF THE WEEK! 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 This week’s Pet of the Week is… Hestu! Say hello to Hestu! Hetsu is a little shy at first but is very sweet once you start petting her. She’s... Read More

Join us for an empowering Divine Feminine edition of the Metaphysical Market, where spiritual connections are made through the art of mindful shopping! Explore the offerings from our locally curated vendors, each specializing in spiritually inspired goods and services. For Mother’s Day, we are celebrating the divine feminine energy. The divine feminine is the feminine aspect of the divine power that connects and binds the Earth. She is the goddess energy that exists within all of us. All shoppers will be entered for a chance to win a door prize donated by our amazing vendors!💕 ✨Intuitive... Read More

Don’t miss Lucinda Williams at Codfish Hollow on June 11! Known for bringing in eclectic and exciting artists and located just a short drive from the Quad Cities, Codfish Hollow is THE place for entertainment! Learn more here: LUCINDA WILLIAMS  Read More

Get your students registered for school now so you don’t have to worry about it this summer! Registration for the 2024-2025 school year is open in Skyward. All parents and guardians must provide proof of residency. You can bring proof of residency documents to your student’s school. If you’re unable to provide this by May 31st you will need to attend in-person registration on July 17 or July 18th at Rock Island High School to complete your student’s registration. If you have any questions please contact your student’s school or visit our website at www.rimsd41.org.  Read More

The Bipartisan Policy Center and Congressman Eric Sorensen (D-IL) along with Congressman Greg Stanton (D-AZ), Congressman Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ), Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (D-IL), and Congressman Nick LaLota (R-NY) will visit the southern border for discussions and site visits in Phoenix, Tucson, Sonoita, and Nogales. The representatives will learn more about challenges and opportunities for bipartisan collaboration on immigration and border policy. WHO:   The Bipartisan Policy Center Congressman Eric Sorensen (D-IL) Congressman Greg Stanton (D-AZ) Congressman Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ) Congresswoman... Read More

A huge shoutout to Young Lions Roar wrapping up National Poetry Month with us last Friday! They started the day visiting and working with our 5th and 6th graders on creative writing and poetry. We finished the day with a Poetry Showcase after school where 12 of our Lions shared poems in front of a crowd! They all did such a wonderful job! We were even treated by some original work shared by Mr. Aubrey Barnes & Mr. DK! Thank you both for all the work you do with our students!  Read More

On April 16, students and faculty from the Social Work program at Western Illinois University proudly attended the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Advocacy Day held at the Illinois Capitol in Springfield, IL. A total of twelve students, accompanied by two professors, represented WIU at this event. Among them, three students were named Lobby Leaders, guiding various groups across the capitol to engage in discussions with legislators on critical social issues. “I think having this opportunity for students, even if this was their first time stepping foot in the Capitol, was very... Read More

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 This week’s Pet of the Week is… Marina! Meet Marina! Introducing Marina, the 3-year-old Heeler Mix who’s ready to make a splash in your life! Marina is a true gem waiting to be discovered.... Read More

Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) announced that he has nominated five students from Central and Northwestern Illinois for admission to the United States Service Academies for the class entering the fall of 2024. The nominated students are:     United States Military Academy:  John Nienhaus- Moline High School, Moline, IL     United States Naval Academy:  Sean Conner Beckford – Auburn High School, Rockford, IL  Mason Caltagerone- Boylan Catholic High School, Rockford, IL  Patrick Conklin – W.T Woodson High School, Canton, IL  Arthur Horn – River Ridge High School, Freeport,... Read More