Rock Island schools’ INCubadatoredu students have been busy! Last Thursday RIHS team The Swaver was the opening act of Fortress Bank’s 2nd annual Bank Tank Entrepreneur pitch competition. The team represented represented the district very well. Swaver is a product you put in your toilet tank that reduces the amount of water flushed, thereby saving […]
The Western Illinois University Community Music School (CMS) is accepting registrations for the 2024 Summer Music Camps. These half-day and full-day camps bring musical opportunities to children of all ages, with options for students with previous or no previous experience. Registration is required and must be done by Wednesday, May 1 to receive a 20% […]
Congressman Eric Sorensen has invited local veteran Leo “Doc” Kaalberg as his guest for the President’s State of the Union Address to Congress on Thursday, March 7. Kaalberg served as a combat medic in the 1st Infantry Division, completing four tours and earning the Purple Heart twice. “As a trusted voice for the people of […]
Kindergarten Round-Up will be held on Wednesday, March 6th at your neighborhood school! Families will learn about the routines of the school and meet key staff members. To find your home school, visit https://tinyurl.com/24-25schoolmap and enter your home address. We can’t wait to welcome our new kindergarteners to the District!
Bettendorf FTC robotics teams competed in the Iowa State Championship with great success. Team UBett received the 3rd place Control award for excellence in software and robot control, and Team TopBot was the 1st pick for the semi-finalist alliance in the robot game.
Congratulations to the Rock Island High School IHSA Boys’ Basketball State Champions in Class 3A in 2011 who will be inducted into the Illinois Basketball Coaches Association Hall of Fame. The ceremony will take place on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at 5:30. The team members and the coaching staff will be recognized at a banquet […]
MACOMB/MOLINE, IL – – Western Illinois University President Guiyou Huang has announced his departure from the University March 31. Pending the approval of the Board of Trustees, Vice President of Quad Cities Campus Operations Kristi Mindrup will serve as interim president, effective Monday, April 1. “I am incredibly grateful for the honor of serving as […]
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 […]
The new game show “The FAQ” is being presented at 6:30 p.m. tonight at Rozz Tox in downtown Rock Island. Join host Andrew King as he quizzes contestants on a variety of topics in what could be described as “Antagonistic Jeopardy”. Gotcha questions, not-so physical challenges, plenty of goofs, and more, in this comedic game […]
Enjoy “Whacked at the Wedding” this weekend at Skellington Manor in Rock Island! Cost is $49.95 per person includes buffet dinner and show. Reservations Required. Note* Bar available for adult beverages (21 plus with proper ID) Doors open at 6p, salads served 6:30p, show starts promptly at 7 p.m. Adult Themed Comedy -The evening begins […]
