DAVENPORT, IOWA (July 14, 2023) — Mark your calendars for the 2023 Alternating Currents festival August 17-20 taking place across more than two dozen venues in downtown Davenport along with key performances in downtown Rock Island and Bettendorf. AC features over 100 musical performances, comedy sets, film screenings, local art displays and even pro-wrestling.

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (July 14, 2023) — American Airlines will offer twice-daily service from Quad Cities International Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT). Booking will be available starting July 15, and the inaugural flight will be December 21, 2023. Service will be provided on a CRJ-900, 76-seat, dual-class cabin jet.

DES MOINES, IOWA (July 14, 2023) — The Libertarian Party of Iowa (LPIA) opposes the recent special session of the Iowa State Legislature. Firmly believing in defending the inalienable rights of all individuals; recognizing the absence of a clear consensus on this matter, the party emphasizes the need for careful consideration, humility, and grace in navigating this difficult terrain — none of which was seen throughout this process.

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (July 13, 2023) — They say the show must go on and due to a health crisis and the tragic demolition of a building housing another theatre (Mockingbird on Main), The Black Box Theatre will not be presenting “Rock of Ages” this August, but will provide new offerings during the month as well as providing a home for two shows that had been scheduled for Mockingbird.

PEORIA, ILLINOIS (July 13, 2023) — Bradley University has announced it is partnering with T-Mobile to establish a student-centric, digitally-connected campus, which will be powered by T-Mobile’s 5G Advanced Network Solutions (ANS).

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (July 13, 2023) — Doris and Victor Day Foundation is awarding $750,000 to 56 community-based non-profit organizations, enabling them to expand essential services for vulnerable residents who struggle with basic needs. The contributions stemmed from a $10 million dollar gift from the Doris Day Estate in 1987 aimed at making the Quad Cities a “better place.”

FAYETTE, IOWA (July 13, 2023) — Upper Iowa University (UIU) is excited to announce the return of Team Peacock for RAGBRAI L, one of the largest and longest-running bicycle tours in the world. With a renewed commitment to supporting education and empowering students, Team Peacock aims to raise funds for scholarships while participating in the iconic event.

The Monmouth College banner has been on the Galapagos Islands before through a biology study abroad trip, and it returned in June with staff member Kristy Krisher, who worked with local teens on career options

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (July 13, 2023) — The Black Box Theatre is holding auditions for the remaining shows in their 2023 season on Monday, July 17 from 6 to 8. Bring photo and resume and be prepared to sing. Ron May will provide accompaniment and will music direct Thrill Me.

Roles available:

Suddenly Last Summer by Tennessee Williams

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