DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 21, 2026) — This summer education program invites the public to learn about the history, ecology, and culture along the Mississippi River and surrounding watershed in the Quad Cities area. Participants can cruise the Mississippi River on the Channel Cat Water Taxi or enjoy a leisurely Riverine Walk as expert guides present topics ranging from information about local river wildlife to stories of early Quad Cities history.

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (May 21, 2026) — Join us at 2PM, Wednesday, June 24, to celebrate Blackhawk Bank and Trust’s Recent Expansion of an additional 3,860 sq ft to serve their customers and community at The Valley Center location.

A model of the inner Solar System showing the asteroids discovered by Rubin in light teal. Known asteroids are dark blue. The model shows a total of almost 12,700 asteroids that were discovered with Rubin over the span of 1.6 years: These are the August 2025 locations of the discovered objects

DMU Marketing and Communications team (L to R): Paul Joy, Erin Smith, Denise Lamphier MA, Lindsey Giardino, Nicole Branstad, Lisa Strittmatter, Stephanie Greiner MS, Jordan Bohr, Sarah McCoy, and Kathryn Finney

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE (May 21, 2026) — Belmont University released the Dean's List for the spring 2026 semester, with approximately 49% of the University's 6,724 undergraduate students earning the academic recognition.

"The Dean's List recognition reflects a commitment to excellence that is both personal and shared across our community," said Dr David Gregory, provost and executive vice president for academic excellence.

CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA (May 21, 2026)The African American Museum of Iowa (AAMI) will host Evelyn Carter PhD for a discussion of her new book, Was That Racist?: How to Detect, Interrupt, and Unlearn Bias in Everyday Life. The event will include a moderated discussion with Rob Cline and is presented by Next Page Books and the African American Museum of Iowa

WAVERLY, IOWA (May 21, 2026) — Annette Baker was recently recognized by the Iowa Broadcast News Association for media created at Wartburg College.

Baker, of Davenport, received first place in Best Sportscast, Student TV and third place in In-Depth Series, Student TV.

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (May 21, 2026) — 2nd Saturdays presented by Gas and Electric Credit Union returns to the heart of Downtown Rock Island June 13, bringing more energy, activity, and reasons to explore downtown alongside the QC Farmers Market.

DYERSVILLE, IOWA (May 21, 2026) — “Bring It Home” capital campaign leaders have announced a special naming initiative honoring legendary Iowa broadcaster Gary Dolphin at the new Field of Dreams ballpark currently under construction in Dyersville, Iowa.

As part of the effort, the ballpark’s press box will be named in recognition of Dolphin’s decades of contributions to Iowa athletics, broadcasting, and communities across the state.

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (May 21, 2026) — Augustana College will recognize more than 500 graduates at the college’s 166th commencement ceremony Saturday, May 23.

Alumnus Ken Anderson ('71), a 1981 NFL MVP, will deliver the commencement address at the 2PM ceremony at the Vibrant Arena at the Mark, 1201 River Dr, Moline, Illinois.

Pages