The Western Illinois University Awards & Recognition Committee proudly announces Ashley Wilkinson, academic advisor for the College of Business and Technology, as WIU Advisor of the Month for November 2024. Wilkinson has been recognized for her exceptional dedication to her students, who consistently highlight her encouragement, knowledge and genuine care for their success. This recognition […]
QUAD CITIES, Iowa / Illinois—The Quad Cities Community Foundation has announced the launch of two cohort-based programs that will support the growth and development of local nonprofits. Beginning in January 2025, nearly 100 nonprofit professionals and volunteers—made up of teams from dozens of nonprofits—will participate in the programs, gaining valuable knowledge and creating networks that […]
Scholars and staff at Earl Hanson Elementary in Rock Island stepped out in BLUE for World Diabetes Awareness Day. This day is observed to increase the awareness of diabetes, a chronic condition that affects millions of people around the world.
MercyOne Genesis held a groundbreaking for the expansion of MercyOne Genesis Eldridge Family Medicine on Wednesday, Dec. 4, at 301 N. 4th Ave., Eldridge. The Eldridge location, which includes MercyOne Genesis Eldridge Family Medicine, Convenient Care, Imaging & Laboratory, has experienced significant growth over the last 10 years and is projected to continue growing. MercyOne […]
A new shop, Autistic & Loved is OPENING Dec. 4 at 3811 Harrison Street, Suite 200, Davenport! We are so excited to officially have our launch date set for December 4th! This is an all day event from 9AM-5PM! Each child that comes to our launch will receive a free sensory toy to take home! […]
The Western Illinois University Cybersecurity Center and the Cybersecurity Enthusiast Club are excited to host an industry expert for a presentation on Artificial Intelligence in Cybersecurity at noon on Friday, Dec. 6, in Stipes Hall 501. Ayobami Olatunji, a December 2023 WIU graduate with a Master’s degree in Computer and Information Systems, is a Security […]
Eldridge, Iowa, December 2, 2024 – MercyOne Genesis will hold a groundbreaking for the expansion of MercyOne Genesis Eldridge Family Medicine at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4, at 301 N. 4th Ave., Eldridge. The Eldridge location, which includes MercyOne Genesis Eldridge Family Medicine, Convenient Care, Imaging & Laboratory, has experienced significant growth over the last […]
Project Now Housing Stability and Homeless Prevention Programs are having an informational meeting at 9 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 5 at the MLK Community Center, 630 9th St., Rock Island. Need more information? Contact EWilliams@projectnow.org or call (309) 793-6391, ext. 4030. We have state dollars to pay for housing for up to a year for qualified […]
MACOMB/MOLINE, IL – – Western Illinois University is proud to announce its participation in GivingTuesday, Dec. 3, a day that encourages philanthropy and generosity to support meaningful causes. GivingTuesday is a global day of giving that harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities and organizations to inspire generosity worldwide. It provides an opportunity for friends […]
In honor of World Spay Day, the Quad City Animal Welfare Center is offering deeply discounted cat spay and neuter surgeries on two select Tuesdays this February! Mark your calendars for: Tuesday, February 4th, 2025 and Tuesday, February 25th, 2025! For these special dates, we are offering Cat Spays for $30.00 and Cat Neuters for […]
