28 May 2026

Scott County Sheriff's Office: Pick-Up Truck vs Bicyclist Collision

By Lt Chad Weipert

SCOTT COUNTY, IOWA (May 28, 2026) — On Thursday May 28, at approximately 6:37PM, the Scott Emergency Communications Center received a report of a collision involving a pick-up truck and a bicyclist.

28 May 2026

Main Street Landing Pedestrian Bridge Lift

By Denise Hnytka

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 28, 2026) — Davenport’s Main Street Landing will hit a major milestone as a large section of the pedestrian bridge will be put in place on Friday, May 29, 2026.

27 May 2026

Rock Falls Tourism Announces New Flag Mural at Veterans Park

By Melinda Jones

ROCK FALLS, ILLINOIS (May 27, 2026) — Rock Falls Tourism is proud to announce the completion of a new flag mural at Veterans Memorial Park Stage, located at 500 5th Avenue in Rock Falls.

A dedication ceremony for the mural was held on Memorial Day, May 25, 2026, as part of the community’s observance honoring the men and women who have served our country.

The mural was created by local artist Ozell Taylor of Rock Falls.

27 May 2026

Michael Kintigh of Eldridge, Iowa, Named to Southeast Missouri State University's Spring 2026 President's List

By Tess Rainey

CAPE GIRARDEAU, MISSOURI (May 27, 2026) — Southeast Missouri State University has announced its President's List for undergraduate academic achievement during the spring 2026 semester.

Students named to the President's List earned a 4.0 grade-point average and completed at least twelve hours of standard graded credit.

27 May 2026

Community Foundation of Cedar County Awards Ceremony June 11

By Maria Olsen
27 May 2026

Sara Evans Coming to Rhythm City Casino Friday, October 9

By Madison Flinn

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 27, 2026) — Tickets are available online at rhythmcitycasino.com or at The Market at Rhythm City for $44.45, $55.15, $65.85, $76.55, and $87.25, this includes tax and an online/phone ticketing fee.

27 May 2026

Des Moines University (DMU) Medicine and Health Sciences and Merrimack College Announce Partnership to Expand Pathways to Health Care

By Denise Lamphier

WEST DES MOINES, IOWA (May 27, 2026) — Des Moines University (DMU) Medicine and Health Sciences and Merrimack College, a private college in North Andover, Massachusetts, have entered into a new partnership that expands pathways for Merrimack students pursuing careers in the health sciences.

27 May 2026

Monmouth College's Chris Fasano to Serve as a Congressional Science Fellow in DC in 2026-27

By Barry McNamara

The longtime Monmouth faculty member, who serves as the college's Martha S Pattee Professor of Science, will spend the upcoming academic year in the nation's capital through an American Physical Society program

27 May 2026

Iowa-Illinois Chapter of the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Hosting 17th Annual Midwest Government Contracting Symposium 06/02-03 at Vibrant Arena

By Maggie Stahl

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (May 27, 2026) — The Iowa-Illinois Chapter of the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) is hosting the 17th Annual Midwest Government Contracting Symposium on Tuesday, June 2, and Wednesday, June 3, at Vibrant Arena in Moline, Illinois.

27 May 2026

Fast and Hilarious Comedy Jam Featuring Shang Coming to the Adler Theatre

By Danielle Smith

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 27, 2026) — The Adler Theatre announces a new event coming this summer: Fast & Hilarious Comedy Jam Featuring Shang on Saturday, July 25th! Known for his fearless, quick-witted comedy style, Shang Forbes has entertained audiences nationwide with appearances on HBO, BET, Comedy Central, and Def Comedy Jam. Celebrated for his high-energy delivery, sharp observations, and crowd-engaging performances, Shang has become a standout voice in urban comedy.

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