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We’re mid-summer and the weather is great in the Quad-Cities!. Along with that, we’ve got plenty of sunny news on the forecast. Every month, in conjunction with our partners at KWQC-TV6’s “Paula Sands Live,” we present you with that forecast, our column What’s The Good News, highlighting bright skies of cool people, events, and happenings around the area, giving you a clear perspective of some of the awesome things going on in and around the Quad-Cities.
LeClaire Community Library Receives State Accreditation From Iowa
The State Library of Iowa has announced that the LeClaire Community Library has met the conditions for state accreditation as outlined in “In Service to Iowa: Public Library Standards Sixth Edition.”. Achieving accreditation requires a significant, ongoing local commitment to high quality library services. LeClaire Library has been recognized...
Mercury Brothers Play Outdoors In East Moline Tonight
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Williams Campbell Hits Sound Conservatory Stage July 22
William Campbell will the Sound Conservatory stage tonight at 7:00pm!. William Campbell’s new album “Together We Rise includes anthemic, virtuosic works and quiet music for inner growth. William Campbell’s new album “Together We Rise” comprised of piano and electronics that includes anthemic, virtuosic works and quiet music for...
Crooked Cactus Spiking Up Live At Five In Downtown Davenport Tonight
Live At 5 – Free Summer Concert Series is back with some brand new additions!. Live music will happen every Friday from 5pm – 7pm in the Skybridge Courtyard at Common Chord! Sound is rocking, boots are stomping & tasty cold beverages are poured for a weekend kick-off celebration in Downtown Davenport, IA.
Circa ’21 Provides A Nice ‘Escape’ For Jimmy Buffett Fans
I’ve always had kind of a mixed relationship with the music of Jimmy Buffett. I’ve seen him in concert a couple of times because I have friends who are Parrotheads and absolutely love him, and after seeing him once, I found his show really entertaining so I’ve gone along with them subsequent times to gigs even though my feelings on his music are, again, pretty mixed.
Circa ’21 Set To Welcome Award Winning Dolly Parton Tribute Act Tonight
Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse is thrilled to welcome Legends in Concert performer, Karen Hester with her tribute to the legendary Dolly Parton for two shows on July 20. The theater will offer both a matinee and evening show. The doors for the matinee open at 11:45 with lunch from...
Rock Island’s Genesius Guild Wraps Up Their Season This Weekend With ‘The Wasps’
The Genesius Guild is closing their 2023 season with the comedy The Wasps. Performances will be held July 22, 23, 29, and 30 at 7:00 PM and will be held at the Don Wooten Stage in Lincoln Park. Admission is free. The production of The Wasps continues the Guild’s tradition...
Illinois’ EveryChild And UnityPoint Presenting Tonier Cain At Moline’s Vibrant Arena
EveryChild and presenting sponsor UnityPoint Health – Trinity will host Tonier “Neen” Cain, trauma survivor and trauma informed expert, on August 17, 2023 at 8:30am at the Vibrant Arena. For two decades, Cain roamed the streets of Annapolis, Maryland, living under bridges or in prison. During that...
Online Registration Open For New And Returning Families In Davenport Schools
Online registration is open for new and returning families of the Davenport Community School District! This process allows you to upload documents with ease, verify information for returning students, and offers quick links upon submission in regard to paying fees and other important information.
Illinois Congressman Sorensen Statement on Expanded Service from the Quad Cities to Charlotte
Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) released the following statement on the news that American Airlines will offer twice daily service from Quad Cities International Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) starting on December 20, 2023. “To grow our economy, support jobs, and increase opportunity, it is critical that we expand...
Iowa’s American Power Systems Develops Two Lower Turn-On RPM Alternators
Davenport-based manufacturer American Power Systems, Inc. (APS) has developed two new lower turn-on RPM alternators with the addition of 60- and 90-amp, 48-volt high-output alternators to its product line-up. With these options, end users can potentially begin charging secondary power banks at even lower speeds, including at factory idle without a high idle kit, seeing results in even less time than before. The series now includes 60-, 90-, and 130-amp high-output alternators.
Moline’s Blackbox Theatre Holding Auditions For 2023 Shows Tonight
Moline, ILLINOIS – The Black Box Theatre is holding auditions for the remaining shows in their 2023 season on Monday, July 17 from 6 to 8. Bring photo and resume and be prepared to sing. Ron May will provide accompaniment and will music direct Thrill Me. Roles available:. Suddenly...
Groundbreaking At Davenport West High School Set For July 18
The Davenport Community School District will hold an official groundbreaking for new construction at Davenport West High School at 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 18, at the area to the southwest of the West YMCA. In case of inclement weather, the event will be held in the West gymnasium. Speakers at...
Meet The Illinois And Iowa Pet Of The Week, Salem!
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!. This week’s Pet of the Week is… Salem!...
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