ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (July 9, 2026) — Alternating Currents is bringing an exciting mix of stand-up, improv and one-of-a-kind comedy experiences to the Quad Cities with the announcement of its 2026 comedy programming for the festival held August 13-16 in Downtown Davenport, Bettendorf, and Rock Island.

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (June 29, 2026) — Jack Cullen, Executive Director of the Rock Island Downtown Alliance, has recently obtained the designation of Certified Leader in Place Management (LPM) from the International Downtown Association (IDA). Cullen joins a community of professionals who demonstrate the knowledge and skills to manage and lead a place management organization.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (June 24, 2026) — The Downtown Davenport Partnership (DDP) unveiled a bold new brand identity for Downtown Davenport and highlighted a pipeline of catalytic gateway projects at its Annual Meeting on June 24, 2026.

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (June 11, 2026) — Rock Island Downtown Alliance hosts Second Saturdays, presented by Gas and Electric Credit Union, starting June 13 bringing more energy, activity and reasons to explore downtown alongside the QC Farmers Market.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (June 11, 2026) — Nationally, consumer spending had its second-lowest quarterly growth rate in the last three years, but the strength of spending on AI infrastructure kept overall real GDP growth positive at a 1.6% seasonally adjusted annual rate, according to the Grow Quad Cities Q1 2026 Market Report.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (June 10, 2026) The Quad Cities Chamber will host its 2026 Annual Meeting on Wednesday, August 5, at Rhythm City Casino Resort. The event will begin with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres at 3:30PM, followed by the program at 4PM. Registration is now open at QuadCitiesChamber.com.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (June 3, 2026) — As thousands of runners, spectators and visitors arrive in Downtown Davenport for the annual Quad-City Times Bix 7 race, the Downtown Davenport Partnership (DDP), in collaboration with community partners, will present a full lineup of free events and activities throughout the weekend."Bix Weekend has always been about more than a race. It's a tradition that brings people home, reconnects friends and families, and fills Downtown Davenport with an energy that's 

BETTENDORF, IOWA (June 2, 2026) — The Downtown Bettendorf Organization (DBO) is excited to announce expanded programming for Be Downtown on Saturday, June 6, offering a full day of fun that transitions from a family-friendly outdoor festival to an evening of live music throughout downtown Bettendorf.

BETTENDORF, IOWA (May 14, 2026) — Alternating Currents has officially released the first wave of musical artists for the 2026 festival, offering an early look at the performers set to energize Downtown Davenport, Rock Island and Bettendorf August 13–16.

BETTENDORF, IOWA (April 29, 2026) — The Downtown Bettendorf Organization (DBO) is excited to announce expanded programming for Be Downtown on Saturday, June 6, offering a full day of fun that transitions from a family-friendly outdoor festival to an evening of live music throughout downtown Bettendorf.

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