09 Feb 2018

Donors urged to help the Red Cross maintain blood supply

By Laura McGuire

Severe winter weather, flu disrupting blood donations

ILLINOIS (Feb. 5, 2018) — Winter storms and the flu don’t just mean a lot of people are missing work and school – it also means they can’t keep their American Red Cross blood and platelet donation appointments. The Red Cross is urging healthy donors of all blood types to roll up a sleeve to help maintain the blood supply for patients in need.

09 Feb 2018

Jim Gaffigan and Old Dominion Announced on the Iowa State Fair Grandstand

By Mindy Williamson

DES MOINES, IA (02/05/2018) (readMedia)-- Funny man, Jim Gaffigan is bringing his show to the Iowa State Fair on Tuesday, August 14, 2018. Gaffigan is a Grammy® nominated comedian, actor, writer, producer, two-time New York Times best-selling author, top touring performer, and multi-platinum-selling father of five. He is known around the world for his unique brand of humor largely revolving around his fatherhood adventures and his observations on life.

Jim Gaffigan

07 Feb 2018

Citizens and Shareholders Call on Tyson Foods to Address Water PollutionCitizens and Shareholders Call on Tyson Foods to Address Water Pollution

By Allison Conwell

Davenport, IA  Mighty Earth’s Quad Cities chapter will host a press conference at the Davenport Skybridge as Tyson shareholders vote on a resolution urging Tyson to adopt a water stewardship policy this Thursday.  The event is part of a nationwide campaign to push the country’s largest meat producer to address the widespread water contamination caused by its supply chain, which ha

07 Feb 2018

After House GOP Memo, FBI OKs Release of Unclassified Steele Referral

By Grassley Press

FBI Required Redactions of Unclassified Material; Grassley Seeks Full Declassification Review

07 Feb 2018

Gov. Reynolds, lawmakers announce bipartisan support for Marsy’s Law

By Brenna Smith

(DES MOINES) – Gov. Kim Reynolds and Lt. Gov. Adam Gregg, along with victims’ rights advocates, law enforcement members, elected county officials and legislators, launched a campaign on Monday to place a constitutional amendment creating equal rights for victims on Iowa’s ballot.

07 Feb 2018

Herbert Hoover National Historic Site Hosting Winter Wisdom Series

By Byrony Forbes

WEST BRANCH, IOWA—Herbert Hoover National Historic Site is hosting a speaker series February 24th, March 3rd and March 17th, all at 2:00 p.m. in the visitor center. A variety of topics will be covered, offering audience members a chance to learn new and fascinating things.   All presentations are free and open to the public. 

07 Feb 2018

WQPT BEGINS AIRING WTTW’S AWARD-WINNING NEWSMAGAZINE CHICAGO TONIGHT

By Lora Adams

MOLINE, IL – WQPT, Quad Cities PBS begins airing WTTW’s flagship nightly newsmagazine Chicago Tonight. Chicago Tonight celebrated 30 years on the air in April 2014.  The program will air on WQPT Monday through Friday at 1:00 and 5:30 pm.

07 Feb 2018

Experience Lifelong Learning and Entertainment at Rock Island Library this February

By Lisa Lockheart

[Rock Island, IL:] From a new morning movie series to a second helping of a popular local history program, the Rock Island Library is offering plenty of support for adult learning and entertainment this February.

07 Feb 2018

Tyler Hoeksema Named to Wheaton College (Ill.) 2018 Baseball Team Roster

By Meaghan Falkanger

WHEATON, IL (02/07/2018)-- Wheaton College student Tyler Hoeksema of Davenport, Iowa, was selected as a member of the spring 2018 baseball team.

07 Feb 2018

QC Veterans Outreach Center has moved to new location

By Lola@qcvetsoutreach.com

QC Veterans Outreach Center has moved to new location at 2720 West Locust Street 9B, Davenport Iowa (across from the Fairgrounds).

Next Food Giveaway Feb. 17th at 11:00, doors open at 10:00.  We have partnered with River Bend Foodbank for a great choose-your-own food basket.

Paper Goods Giveaway, Shoe Pickup, and Catered Lunch.

Driver or Family Member welcome to join us for lunch

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