25 Feb 2026

Gathering of the Green Returns to the QC, Celebrating America's 250

By Kayla Morath

DAVENPORT, IOWA (February 25, 2026) — The Gathering of the Green will return in 2026 celebrating “An American Original”! The Gathering of the Green board and planning committee are putting together an event combining well-loved aspects of past Gatherings with exciting new additions. You will not want to miss this staple John Deere collector and enthusiast convention, so mark your calendars for March 18-21, 2026 at the RiverCenter in Davenport, Iowa.

29 Dec 2025

East Moline BMX Hosts 2026 World Series of Concrete and Gold Cup Events

By Kayla Morath

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (December 29, 2025) — A reminder that East Moline BMX Speedway will host a weekend of high-energy racing as it welcomes the World Series of Concrete and Gold Cup Qualifying Events from Thursday, January 1, through Sunday, January 4, 2026, at the QCCA Expo Center, 2621 4th Avenue, Rock Island, Illinois. The event is free and open to spectators.

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