Project NOW’s Executive Director, Dwight Ford, will provide a community update on our “Lift NOW Center”—the emergency overnight shelter we opened in January (418 19th Street Rock Island) on Friday. Ford will provide numbers of those served, the communities served, as well as some success stories. There are 37 beds available for unhoused individuals and families […]
Davenport, Iowa, March 3, 2025 – Screening for colorectal cancer can save your life. Sixty percent of deaths from colorectal cancer could be avoided with proper screening. Unfortunately, some people allow the myths surrounding a colonoscopy to keep them from being proactive and getting screened for colorectal cancer. MercyOne Genesis is here to give you […]
Throughout February, Western Illinois (WIU) Athletics commemorated Black History Month by acknowledging Leathernecks past and present. The month featured highlights of Black alumni and Hall of Famers, as well as current student-athletes and coaches. Jennifer Alexander Jennifer Alexander was a Volleyball student-athlete at WIU from 2001-2006. Alexander was a named member of the All-Freshman team, […]
The Geodeland Earth Science Clubs, Inc. (GESCI) will hold its Annual Gem, Mineral and Fossil Show 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Saturday, Mar. 8, and 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday, Mar. 9 at the Western Illinois University Union Ballroom. The theme of this year’s 44th annual Geodeland Show is “Petrified Wood.” A featured display […]
Top of the World Ranch, a leading addiction recovery center, is proud to announce the launch of its new On-Site Detox Program, set to begin accepting clients on March 5th, 2025. This addition to the Ranch’s comprehensive treatment offerings ensures that individuals can now undergo medically supervised detox in the same serene and supportive environment […]
Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) issued the following statement in response to mass firings across the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the National Weather Service (NWS), which appears to have affected more than 800 employees, including some from the Quad Cities’ office. “The reckless decision to fire NOAA and National Weather Service employees puts […]
MercyOne Genesis Davenport Internal Medicine is excited to announce its move to a new location, within the MercyOne Genesis Davenport Health Plaza. The move will be completed in early March. MercyOne Genesis will celebrate the move with an open house and ribbon cutting on March 4 at 12:15 p.m. on the first floor of the […]
Western Illinois University will host its Spring 2025 All Major Career and Internship Fair from noon-3:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 4, in the University Union Grand Ballroom. All students and alumni are welcome to attend the fair for valuable networking opportunities and learn about internships and part- and full-time job opportunities. “Career Fairs play such an important role […]
Western Illinois University faculty, staff and students are invited to learn more about Phi Beta Delta, an international honor society dedicated to promoting international education and fostering a global exchange of ideas. The Eta Epsilon Chapter at WIU provides scholarships for international study and engages with the international community through various events. These include cultural nights […]
The Rocky African American Heritage Club held another wonderful Black History Program this year! The celebration featured great involvement from our district leaders, scholars, and alumni. Rocky staff and scholars enjoyed performances by the Rocky choir, orchestra, and dance team, along with vocal performances from our alumni. Special thanks to Dr. Yolanda Grandberry Pugh and […]
