BETTENDORF, IOWA (February 4, 2026) — Applications for Quad Cities Community Foundation scholarships are open now through February 15, 2026. Thanks to generous donors, local students can apply for more than seventy scholarship opportunities totaling over $600,000.

CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA (January 21, 2026) — Donating to Goodwill of the Heartland is now easier than ever. A new partnership with ReSupply, a veteran-founded logistics company, allows donors to schedule home pick-ups for furniture, clothing, and household items.

ReSupply’s licensed and insured crews handle lifting, disassembly, and transport from any part of the home. Most pick-ups are completed within 24 to 48 hours, providing a fast and convenient way for donors to give.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (January 19, 2026) — The QC Environmental Film Series will show Out of Plain Sight, which follows LA Times Environmental Reporter, Rosanna Xia as she uncovers a terrible secret hidden in the depths of the Pacific Ocean — as many as half a million barrels of toxic waste that had been dumped off the coast of Southern California.

Xia explores the story behind this environmental disaster and the long-term implications for people and the environment.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (January 15, 2026) — The Downtown Davenport Partnership (DDP) is pleased to announce that Icestravaganza will be held January 16–18, 2026, at the Freight House in Downtown Davenport. Presented by Luxtown.com, this free, family-friendly event will feature an array of ice sculptures, live carving demonstrations, and interactive outdoor activities.