MONMOUTH, ILLINOIS (June 2, 2026) — The students on this list have fulfilled the graduation requirements at Monmouth College in Monmouth, Illinois.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (June 2, 2026) — Dress for Success Quad Cities is pleased to announce it has received a $25,000 grant from the Regional Development Authority to support the hiring and implementation of a Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator position. This investment will strengthen the organization's ability to serve more women throughout the region by expanding volunteer recruitment, training, and community partnerships.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (June 2, 2026) — Virtual Ventures will host a ribbon cutting to celebrate their grand opening on Thursday, June 18, 11AM.

It is located at Northpark Mall, 320 W Kimberly Rd, Ste 412, Davenport, Iowa, 52756.

Virtual Ventures has expanded into a virtual reality theme park.

We are now located at the Northpark Mall and will be open for walk-in services in addition to private parties.

SPRINGFIELD, MISSOURI (June 2, 2026) — Each semester, students at Missouri State University who attain academic excellence are named to the Dean's List.

For undergraduate students, criteria include enrollment in at least twelve credit hours during the spring semester and at least a 3.50 grade-point average (on a 4.00 scale).

More than 5,000 students were named to the spring 2026 Dean's List. These local students made the list:

Lauren Masengarb of Bettendorf (52722)

DAVENPORT, IOWA (June 2, 2026) — On Monday, June 1, at approximately 6:52PM, the Davenport Fire Department responded to the 3300 block of Covington Drive for a reported structure fire.

GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN (June 2, 2026) — Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, one of the largest dairy cooperatives in the country based on milk volume, announced today the launch of a virtual National Cheese Day campaign. National Cheese Day is recognized annually on June 4, and the campaign, launched in collaboration with processor partners, creates awareness and appreciation for the impact cheese has on America.

BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS (June 2, 2026) — Illinois Wesleyan University (IWU) graduates of the Class of 2026 were honored in a Commencement ceremony on Sunday, May 3, in the Shirk Center. Retired healthcare executive and IWU Trustee Colleen Kannaday, delivered the Commencement address.

Kiera Henderson of Silvis (61282)

Ella Revell Beck of Davenport (52807)

BETTENDORF, IOWA (June 2, 2026) — Please join us for a ribbon-cutting for Mainstream Home Improvement July 8, 4PM, with an open house to follow.

DAVENPORT and CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA (June 2, 2026) — St Ambrose University and Mount Mercy University have announced the appointment of Nicole J Sakraida MEd as Vice President for Strategic Growth, Marketing and Communications.

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