17 Oct 2025

Charlie Zimmerman of Bettendorf, Iowa, Accepted into Wartburg's Teacher Education Program

By Emily Christensen

WAVERLY, IOWA (October 17, 2025) — Charlie Zimmerman has been accepted into the Wartburg College Teacher Education Program.

Zimmerman, of Bettendorf, Iowa, had to demonstrate effective reflective components in teaching and complete several other requirements to be considered for the program.

Admission to the Teacher Education Program allows students to begin professional-education courses in their field.

17 Oct 2025

QC Fuel Ribbon-Cutting October 24

By Deanna Jensen-Valliere

DAVENPORT, IOWA (October 17, 2025) — QC Fuel will hold a ribbon cutting on Friday, October 24, 9AM. The new coffee shop is located at 4650 Utica Ridge Rd in Davenport, Iowa.

They offer a variety of coffee, lattes, energy drinks, protein shakes, smoothies, and other drinks along with breakfast, lunch, and baked goods.

Join the Ambassador Program.

Looking to share your love of coffee, protein, smoothie and energy beverages with your friends, family, and followers?

17 Oct 2025

Wapsi River Environmental Education Center:The Great Pumpkin Atlatl Hunt

By Rebecca Baugh

DIXON, IOWA (October 17, 2025) — On Saturday, October 25, 3PM, there will be a Great Pumpkin Atlatl Hunt held at the Wapsi River Environmental Education Center in Dixon, Iowa.

Join Naturalist Mike for a chance to hunt with an atlatl, a primitive hunting weapon originally used to hunt mastodon and bison.

Large target pumpkins and real pumpkins will be set out as targets.

17 Oct 2025

Hometown Heroes Named Home of 2025 Iowa’s Best Breaded Pork Tenderloin

By Kevin Hall

CLIVE, IOWA (October 17, 2025) — The Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) has crowned Hometown H

17 Oct 2025

Indivisible QC Partners with Local Organizations to Host “No Kings” 2 Protest March in Davenport

By Bradley A Levinson

DAVENPORT, IOWA (October 17, 2025) — Building on the success of the original No Kings Rally on June 14, 2025, thousands are expected to gather and march at Vander Veer Botanical Park on Saturday, October 18, 11AM, to give voice to grave concerns about the erosion of democracy and human rights under the Trump administration.

17 Oct 2025

Celebrate 35 Years of Tourism at Visit Quad Cities’ Annual Destination QC!

By Katrina Keuning

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (October 17, 2025) — Visit Quad Cities announces its annual Destination QC! event, taking place Thursday, November 13, 2025. Admission is free, and the community is invited to celebrate the impact of tourism in the Quad Cities region.

17 Oct 2025

Niabi Announces Reaccreditation into the Zoological Association of America

By Niabi Zoo

COAL VALLEY, ILLINOIS (October 17, 2025) — The Niabi Zoo is proud to announce that it has been granted reaccreditation into the Zoological Association of America (ZAA). The ZAA is a non-profit accrediting organization dedicated to responsible wildlife management, wildlife conservation, and education.

17 Oct 2025

Gov Kim Reynolds to Extend Harvest Proclamation

By Mason Mauro

DES MOINES, IOWA (October 17, 2025) — Governor Kim Reynolds will sign an extension of the proclamation relating to the weight limits and transportation of grain, fertilizer, and manure.

The proclamation will be effective Saturday, October 18, 2025, and continue through November 17, 2025.

16 Oct 2025

Operation Lifesaver Inc Reminds the Public to Stay Off and Stay Away from Tracks and Train While Enjoying Halloween and Fall Festivities

By Jennifer DeAngelis

WASHINGTON DC (October 16, 2025) — Many people enjoy fall activities, from football games to hayrides. Children in particular look forward to collecting treats on Halloween.

16 Oct 2025

Project NOW: Reentry Summit November 13

By Mary McNeil

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (October 16, 2025) — Project NOW is hosting its first Reentry Summit, and you are invited!

Thursday, November 13, 11:30AM-3:30PM: Come spend the afternoon with us exploring ways to reduce stigma, empower returning citizens, and inspire collaboration with other organizations during the necessary work. https://e.givesmart.com/events/L9m/.

RSVP TODAY — only fifty seats left.

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