Take part in the largest paddle on the Mississippi! Floatzilla 2020 will happen this Saturday Aug 20. Experience the Mississippi River free of commercial barge traffic. All paddle crafts are welcome to participate, but only kayaks and canoes are allowed in Lock 15. This year due to the COVID-19 pandemic some aspects of Floatzilla have been altered. The most popular launch sites at Leach Park, Bass Street YMCA, and the Lindsay Park Yacht Club will have registrations limited to 400 paddlers, their launch windows are being expanded to four hours, and they will be assigning half hour launch windows... Read More

Visit Quad Cities announces its full slate of officers and board members for fiscal year 2022-2023. “I’m honored to serve as the next chairman of Visit Quad Cities and continue working alongside engaged community leaders to push the Quad Cities forward,” said Benjamin Leischner, A.A.E. “Dave and his team have made tremendous progress putting the Quad Cities on the map as a destination for tourism, conferences and major events. I believe the pathway between visitors and residents is directly connected when people visit our region and see how family-friendly and affordable it is. Whether... Read More

Welcome to the Quad-Cities, John Deere Classic Visitors! It’s always interesting to step outside your bubble and take a look at things from a new perspective. Oftentimes, we overlook some pretty wonderful things we’re blessed to have within our lives because we take them for granted. And, sometimes, it takes stepping back to get a new look at those things to really appreciate them. I often find myself doing this when I stop to think about all the fantastic things we have here in the Quad-Cities. Whenever I’m assigned to do a story introducing people to the Quad-Cities, or just telling people... Read More

Celebrate the 7th year of this annual June event in the Quad Cities. Museum Week was created to celebrate our region’s museums, their amazing collections, stories, history, and their importance to the QC. The Quad Cities is home to more than 10 museums and each one offers something completely different to appeal to a variety of audiences and ages. During Quad Cities Museum Week, local museums offer discounts, special events/exhibits, or tours, making it the perfect time for families and friends to get out and explore.  Each museum experience is different and unique. Come on out and explore! ... Read More

Two Quad-Cities advertising and multimedia companies with over 60 years combined experience are teaming up to join forces. Davenport-based advertising agency TAG, and Rock Island film and video production company Dphilms, are forming a partnership to navigate the regional media landscape in a rapidly changing digital era. The companies will continue to operate independently with the exception that Dphilms will now provide the video and film services for TAG clients. In addition, the TAG video team will join and expand the Dphilms team. All staff will be retained, and, in fact, the companies are... Read More

Make plans to join Tour de Brew QC, a 40 mile charity bike ride along the Mississippi Trails in the Quad Cities. Saturday, April 30,2022, is the day to come join the Crew and enjoy a brew or two as hundreds ride bikes, sing songs, and raise money for cancer! 2022 marks their 8th Year of hosting Tour de Brew QC and they have an amazing lineup of ride stops and great sponsors who have come together to help them make a difference. Get Registered today! The event starts with a pre-party kick off the weekend on Friday, April 29 at Icons Martini bar in Rock Island. Then official riding will... Read More

It’s the month of love, and we’ve got plenty to love in our latest What’s The Good News? column, showing you some of the positive news going on in and around the Quad-Cities! QC Strikers donations to Haiti This past Fall QC Strikers soccer club acquired new jerseys thanks to some tremendous help from our sponsors at Vibrant Credit Union. During that process some very thoughtful club parents presented an opportunity to repurpose our old jerseys and held a “cleat drive” toward a donation to children in Haiti. Many thanks to all involved for nurturing the love of the... Read More

Looking to spice things up a bit this Saturday night? Lobo’s Salsa Night featuring Ed East Latin Jazz Quartet and Sonora Sazon de Antano heats up The Redstone Room at River Music Experience (129 N Main St Davenport) this Saturday Feb 19. Doors open at 7 p.m. The party begins promptly at 8 p.m. and goes until 10:30 p.m. Must be 19+ or accompanied by an adult. Tickets are $10 in advance or $12 at the door and Reserved Tables are available for $50. Both can be purchased on Eventbrite. This evening will be filled with energy, great rhythms and good times! The air will be filled with sounds of Salsa,... Read More

The QCA Young Adult Hiring Fair is connecting high school and college students to local businesses to help fill important job openings. Sponsored by the Mayors of the Quad Cities, the QCA Young Adult Hiring Fair is happening March 2 from 12 – 5 PM at the TaxSlayer Center. There will be representatives from the QCA Young Adult Hiring Fair Committee to speak with media about the impact this event has on the young workforce and local businesses. People ages 16-24 are encouraged to attend. They’ll be given the chance for immediate interviews and potential offers at the event. More than 30 local... Read More

PETER WOLF CRIER with JUDE SHUMA TONIGHT at the RACCOON MOTEL! Tickets: https://www.tixr.com/groups/raccoonmotel/events/peter-wolf-crier-w-jude-shuma-32587  Read More