01 Oct 2026

WQPT PBS Partners with Illinois Public Media Stations to Present Illinois and Iowa Candidate Forums

By Amanda Bergeson

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (October 1, 2026) — WQPT PBS is partnering with WTVP PBS, WTTW PBS, and Tri States Public Radio to present a series of Illinois and Iowa candidate forums throughout October.

WQPT PBS is your local source for public media programming and a place to hear directly from candidates before the November election. These programs provide viewers with an opportunity to hear from candidates and learn more about the issues facing communities throughout the region.

04 Aug 2026

WQPT PBS Partners with Former Quad Cities Resident to Launch New Local History Series

By Amanda Bergeson

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (August 4, 2026) — WQPT PBS is partnering with former Quad Cities resident Jared Howe to launch a new original local history series, Snapshots Presents: Forgotten Quad Cities. The thirty-minute series explores the people, places, and events that helped shape the Quad Cities and its unique history.

"The series came about after watching some of Jared's short form films on social media," said WQPT General Manager Dawn Schmitt.

11 May 2026

WQPT PBS Presents The 2026 Summer of Adventure Tour

By Amanda Bergeson

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (May 11, 2026) — This summer, WQPT PBS invites families to join its “Summer of Adventure” tour, featuring guest appearances at library storytimes and community events throughout the region.

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