01 May 2025

George Nakashima Woodworker: A Definitive Documentary; Documentary Screening at The Figge Art Museum

By Becky Nakashima Brooke

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 1, 2025) — For many who know him through his works and ideas, admirers of George Nakashima may think his definitive documentary would break down the design elements and trace the techniques that explain what he created. But his life's work was more a result of an esoteric collection of experiences; he became a lone seeker searching for meaning in life.

01 May 2025

Visit Quad Cities Unveils Refreshed Website During National Travel and Tourism Week

By Lindsey Row MBA

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (May 1, 2025) — 

01 May 2025

Bettendorf Community School District Welcomes Two New Elementary Principals

By Celeste Miller

BETTENDORF, IOWA (May 1, 2025) — The Bettendorf Community School District (BCSD) is pleased to announce the appointments of two outstanding educational leaders to principal positions within the district.

Heidi Burchard has been named the new principal of Neil Armstrong Elementary School, and Stephanie Graap will take over as the principal of Grant Wood Elementary School.

01 May 2025

Tickets on Sale for BBQ and Brew at the Ballpark

By Kevin Hall

CLIVE, IOWA (May 1, 2025) — Get ready for the third annual BBQ & Brew at the Ballpark, a fun-filled, family-friendly celebration of all things pork — brought to you by the 

01 May 2025

The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) Releases Public Policy Priorities Focused on Strengthening Supply and Food Security

By Chris Glen

ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA (May 1, 2025) — The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) today released its list of 

01 May 2025

The Machine Shed Hosts Live Painting and Art Sale Featuring Twelve-Year-Old Artist Levi Event, Saturday, May 10

By Gretchen McLaughlin

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 1, 2025) — The Machine Shed is thrilled to welcome twelve-year-old art sensation Levi for a special Live Painting and Art Sale event on Saturday, May 10, 10AM, at I80 and Northwest Boulevard, in Davenport.

01 May 2025

Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center (MAMC) West Virginia Department of Education Launch Statewide Pre-Apprenticeship Program

By Mike Friel

West Virginia State Superintendent of Schools Michele L Blatt and Marshall University President Brad D Smith sign an official agreement for a statewide partnership to create new pre-apprenticeship opportunities for students and strengthen the talent pipeline for industry in West Virginia

01 May 2025

Iowa Sets Record with 120 Schools Signed Up for Walk, Bike, and Roll to School Day

By Iowa Bicycle Coalition

CORALVILLE, IOWA (May 1, 2025) — On May 7, students across Iowa will join thousands of children nationwide in celebrating Walk Bike Roll to School Day, a fun and active way to kick off the school day. This year, Iowa is leading the way with a record-breaking 120 schools registered to participate, proving that Iowa is serious about safe, healthy, and active transportation for students.

01 May 2025

Maya Chavez of Moline, Illinois, Elected to Membership into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi

By Alyssa Papa

BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA (May 1, 2025) — Maya Chavez of Moline, Illinois, was recently elected to membership into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society, at Northern Illinois University.

01 May 2025

Gov Kim Reynolds Appointee Kurt Tjaden Confirmed to Iowa Board of Regents

By Mason Mauro

DES MOINES, IOWA (May 1, 2025) — On Tuesday, April 29, Governor Kim Reynolds’ appointee to the Iowa Board of Regents, Kurt Tjaden, has been confirmed by the Iowa Senate.

Tjaden is an experienced business executive, having served in senior roles at several US companies, including Procter and Gamble and Gateway Inc. He also served as Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President of Pure Fishing Inc, as well as Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Whirlpool Asia.

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