RIA Federal Credit Union is celebrating its 90th birthday by giving a gift to the community – 90 acts of kindness, a series of altruistic acts including partnering with charities, donating time and energy to community groups, and taking part in positive activities to help people. “We truly believe in being a partner to the […]
Still looking to make up your mind on who to vote for for Rock Island Mayor on Tuesday? I talked to both candidates for my podcast, QC Uncut, and had great conversations for more than an hour, uncut and uncensored, about the topics important to Rock Islanders. Please listen to both podcasts to get the […]
Mike Thoms is the incumbent Rock Island mayor facing off against challenger Ashley Harris for the Rock Island mayoral election to be held April 1. (Early voted has already started) As part of our ongoing commitment to providing fair, comprehensive and contextual conversation with local newsmakers, particularly surrounding important elections, QC Uncut has hosted Mr. […]
Ashley Harris is challenging incumbent Mike Thoms for the Rock Island mayoral election to be held April 1. (Early voted has already started) As part of our ongoing commitment to providing fair, comprehensive and contextual conversation with local newsmakers, particularly surrounding important elections, our podcast, QC Uncut has hosted Mr. Harris as well as Mr. […]
Looking for some good food for a good cause tonight? Check out the food truck pop up of Nest Cafe from 5 to 8 p.m. at Radicle Effect Brewworks, 1340 31st St., Rock Island. Our good friends from down the hill will be posted up at Radicle Effect slanging their dope eats. Pulled Pork (or […]
Rock Island High School inducted 53 seniors to the National Honor Society on March 12th. To receive this achievement, the National Honor Society scholars must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.5, volunteer in the QCA community, and represent the four National Honor Society pillars of Character, Scholarship, Leadership, and Service. The Rocky community is proud […]
Saturday April 12th is Record Store Day at Ragged Records in Davenport and Rock Island. Opening an hour early at 9AM at both locations. Make sure to come get in line for the biggest day of the year for vinyl record collectors. As always Ragged Records will be ordering an extensive amount of the Limited […]
Congressman Eric Sorensen joined his House Democratic colleagues to reintroduce H.R. 14, the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. The bill would restore and modernize the protections of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 (VRA) and prevent states with a history of voter discrimination from erecting new barriers to the ballot box. “Here in Illinois, […]
Western Illinois University will host WIU Forensic Psychology Professor Kim McClure for a presentation titled “Wellness-Centered De-Escalation Skills for Professionals: A Cultural Context Approach” from 12:30-2 p.m. Wednesday, March 27 in Stipes Hall 121. This event, sponsored by the Anti-Racism Task Force (ARTF), is free and open to all students, faculty and staff. McClure specializes in Psychology […]
Congratulations to Lawson Zulu on being named IBCA 3rd Team All-State by the Illinois Basketball Coaches Association. This is a high honor for not only him but our program. Congratulations on a great season Lawson.
