DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 27, 2026) — As the United States approaches the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, River Bend Food Bank will welcome a fully-loaded semi-truck carrying up to 40,000 pounds of donated food and cleaning supplies on June 3. The donation is part of a collaboration between america250.org and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to support families facing food insecurity.

SCOTT COUNTY, IOWA (May 18, 2026) — On Monday May 18, at approximately 3:44PM. the Scott Emergency Communications Center received a report of a motor vehicle collision involving a school bus and pick-up truck.

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (May 12, 2026) — With the passage of HR 1 late last year, local communities are bracing for the impact new work requirements will have on food security for hundreds of thousands of Illinoisans.

As part of the Save Our SNAP (SOS) Coalition, United Way Quad Cities, and River Bend Food Bank are urging the Illinois General Assembly to support gap benefits for Illinois residents who need it the most.

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (May 11, 2026) — This summer, WQPT PBS invites families to join its “Summer of Adventure” tour, featuring guest appearances at library storytimes and community events throughout the region.