Today, Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) along with Congresswoman Sharice Davids (KS-03) and Congressman Ritchie Torres (NY-15) introduced The Pride in Mental Health Act to improve mental health supports for at-risk LGBTQI+ youth. “There is a mental health crisis among LGBTQI+ youth across the United States and we need to do a better job supporting […]
One candidate will interview Tuesday, July 11 for the open director position in the Western Illinois University Institutional Research and Planning office. The candidate is Palmer College of Chiropractic Senior Director of Institutional Research and Effectiveness Dustin C. Derby. He has held that position since July 2007. Derby has also served as the Human Subjects […]
MACOMB/MOLINE, IL – – Western Illinois University has been on a mission to enhance its reputation as a top-tier educational institution. In 2017, WIU introduced the Learning Assistant Program (LAP), a peer-based initiative aimed at promoting active and collaborative learning in the classroom. Since its inception, the program has yielded impressive results, including improved student […]
Davenport Community School District is hosting Summer Adventures, learning programs for local kids. Calling all middle schoolers! Join Mrs. Lambert and Mrs. Ness, two Smart Jr. High teachers, for a summer of learning and fun! Participate in Summer Adventures 2023, which includes subject specific videos and activities. There will be adventurous new activities posted weekly […]
MOLINE, IL (June 23, 2023) – The QC Strikers Warriors are nationals-bound! Vibrant has announced a send-off pep rally in support of the U15 boys team as it heads to the 2023 US Youth Soccer National Presidents Cup in Wichita, Kansas. On Tuesday, June 27 th at 5:30pm, Vibrant – who sponsors QC Strikers Youth […]
The following sports camps are scheduled for summer 2023: Rock Island Youth Football Camp 3rd-6th grades Attention all families with students entering 3-6th grade for the 2023-2024 school year. Sign-ups for the 2023 Rock Island Youth Football program are open. Equipment issue and practice begins in August. All students in those grade levels are welcome […]
The Quad Cities Community Foundation today announced the recipients of $522,400 in scholarship awards. Made possible by the generosity of donors to scholarship funds at the Community Foundation, the scholarships awarded represent a significant investment in local students and their future impact on the Quad Cities and beyond. “Our staff, our application review volunteers, […]
Time is the only thing you can spend once. As we go into Father’s Day weekend, that’s something to definitely remember. Being a father, bringing another life into the world, is an amazing experience and responsibility, and it gives you a blessing in time to spend with a person who will always be a part […]
With a three-peat in the Presidents’ Cup, facing off against the top-ranked teams in the state of Iowa, the Quad City Strikers 2008 boys soccer team has had their share of success over the past three years. The group has been ranked number one in their age bracket in Iowa throughout that time. They’ve won […]
The Rock Island Milan School district’s F.A.C.E team selects a parent/guardian each month that goes above and beyond! The district’s F.A.C.E (Family and Community Engagement) has started a new initiative to recognize parents/guardians and a RIMSD school who are making a positive impact in our school district and community. Parent/Guardian of the Month Schools can […]
