Western Illinois University Interim Assistant Vice President for Facilities Management John Smith has been named acting administrator in charge for the division of Finance and Administration, effective immediately, according to Interim President Kristi Mindrup. Smith replaces the Vice President for Finance and Administration and will provide leadership for the division until a longer-term appointment is […]
Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) is announcing over $12 million in federal grant funding for Head Start education programs in Western Illinois. “Making sure our kids have access to the classroom is a critical step to putting our children on the road to success,” said Sorensen. “I’m proud to see our tax dollars coming back to […]
Genesis Health System announced today it has reached a three-year agreement with UnitedHealthcare. This agreement ensures continued in-network access to Genesis hospitals, doctors, and specialists for patients covered by UnitedHealthcare Commercial and MedicareAdvantage plans. “Our goal always is to avoid disruptions for patients,” said Jordan Voigt, President of Genesis Medical Center, Davenport and MercyOne Interim […]
It’s time for the 7th annual Best of the Wurst sausage competition! Sample local brats, purchase a variety of delicious food, enjoy an ice cold beer or pop, and vote for your favorite “wurst!” Join us in the backyard of the German American Heritage Center and Museum, where there will Jerry’s Market will serve up […]
QCAWC Mobile Microchip Clinic is taking place at Java Java Cafe Davenport Iowa Saturday, June 22nd from 10am-12pm offering $10 microchipping for your pets! https://qcawc.org/vet-clinic/mobile-microchip-clinic
US-based power solutions manufacturer American Power Systems, Inc. (APS) has developed a dual alternator bracket kit for model years 2022 and newer Toyota Land Cruiser 300 vehicles with a 3.5L twin turbo petrol (gas) engine. APS debuted the latest product in its LC300 series at Eurosatory 2024, a global defence and security trade show held […]
Members of Rock Island Schools’ Teaching & Learning team lead the way in partnering with the botanical center on the curriculum elements of this project. RIMSD #41 students will be the first to have the plant discovery bus booked at our schools next fall!
June is National Microchipping Month, the Quad City Animal Welfare Center (QCAWC) is excited to offer microchipping for a low cost of $10 throughout the entire month of June. This initiative aims to promote the importance of permanent identification for pets, ensuring they can be easily reunited with their families if lost. For more information […]
Spurred by a recent Western Illinois University social media post, two 1971 alumni have endowed a new fund to provide financial awards to student employee of the year award winners. When Dale Johnson saw the 2024 student employee award winners recognized in a post on WIU’s LinkedIn profile, he commented “I worked at WIU my […]
The annual Outdoor Flea Market at Country Fair Mall in Coal Valley is back Saturday, June 8! Featured will be some new vendors and lots of returning vendors with fresh selections of vintage, antique, collectible, yard art, plants, furniture, handmade items, rocks, jewelry, and so much more more! Admission is FREE! Support local small businesses […]
