Today, Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) along with Congresswoman Sharice Davids (KS-03) and Congressman Ritchie Torres (NY-15) introduced The Pride in Mental Health Act to improve mental health supports for at-risk LGBTQI+ youth. “There is a mental health crisis among LGBTQI+ youth across the United States and we need to do a better job supporting […]
Celebrate the American Truck Driver at the Walcott Trucker’s Jamboree July 13-15! The feature md events include: • Antique Truck Display • Super Trucks Beauty Contest • Exhibits • Iowa Pork Chop Cookout • Live Music – Diamond Rio! • Trucker Olympics • Fireworks • FREE Admission • FREE Parking And so much more! There […]
The first club team from the Quad-Cities to make it to national competition has gotten off to a great start! Quad City Strikers Warriors U15 boys advanced to the President’s Cup Nationals — featuring the final eight teams in the country left after statewide and regional competitions between state-winning teams — by going undefeated in […]
Saw a pre-teen boy today in the grocery store wearing an Alex Morgan U.S. women’s soccer team jersey today. Told him I thought it was cool. He looked surprised that a.) I would recognize the jersey, and b.) that I would tell him it’s cool. His mom said “Thanks, usually nobody knows who it is, […]
The Independence Day holiday ushers in an era of independence from fines at the Moline Public Library. Beginning Wednesday, July 5, the Library will stop fining for most overdue items. By eliminating late fees, the Moline Public Library joins a larger movement among libraries to ensure free, inclusive, and equitable service for everyone. “Moline Public […]
One candidate will interview Tuesday, July 11 for the open director position in the Western Illinois University Institutional Research and Planning office. The candidate is Palmer College of Chiropractic Senior Director of Institutional Research and Effectiveness Dustin C. Derby. He has held that position since July 2007. Derby has also served as the Human Subjects […]
MACOMB/MOLINE, IL – – Western Illinois University has been on a mission to enhance its reputation as a top-tier educational institution. In 2017, WIU introduced the Learning Assistant Program (LAP), a peer-based initiative aimed at promoting active and collaborative learning in the classroom. Since its inception, the program has yielded impressive results, including improved student […]
Get ready to meet the 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 Monday! QCAWC Adoption & Education Center is at 724 2nd Ave. W. Milan, IL […]
Davenport Community School District is hosting Summer Adventures, learning programs for local kids. Calling all middle schoolers! Join Mrs. Lambert and Mrs. Ness, two Smart Jr. High teachers, for a summer of learning and fun! Participate in Summer Adventures 2023, which includes subject specific videos and activities. There will be adventurous new activities posted weekly […]
Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) is joining the Department of Commerce to announce over $1 billion to expand high-speed internet access in rural communities across Illinois. “I welcome this much-needed investment to expand high-speed internet access across our rural communities,” said Sorensen. “I’ll continue to make sure families in Central and Northwestern Illinois, regardless of ZIP code, […]
