An opportunity for Western Illinois University Broadcasting and Journalism alumni to gather during COVID-19 has transformed into a podcast highlighting their careers after college, hosted by College of Fine Arts and Communication Associate Dean William “Buzz” Hoon. The first episode of “Alumni Chats” kicked off Jan. 19, and Hoon hopes the podcast will become a weekly production, with a new episode released each Thursday. “I think this podcast really connects to University engagement,” said Hoon. “In December, we had nine broadcasting and journalism alumni... Read More

Calling all men and those who love them! Are you ready for the largest man cave to hit the Quad Cities? Wieblers Harley-Davidson is hosting Man Show 2018, this weekend! This one-of-a-kind event will transform the QCCA Expo Center (2621 4th Avenue Rock Island) into a masculine heaven filled with activities, demonstrations and exhibitors. And don’t worry, the entire family is invited! Admission is $5 per person (under 16 is free with paid adult). Man Show 2018 will be open for business on Friday Nov 9 from 4-8 p.m., Saturday Nov 10 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Sunday Nov 11 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.... Read More

Before you head to the races this Friday, don’t forget to make your own pit-stop! On Friday May 26, Silvis Hy-Vee (2001 5th Street) is hosting their Silvis Raceday Event from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Parked right in front of the store will be NASCAR driver Kyle Busch’s Toyota! Feel free to take a picture with the famous #18 car. There will also be a chance to win two free tickets to the Chicago NASCAR race in September, among other fun family activities! Come out, come hungry and bring the family for this one of kind Raceday Event!  Read More