18 Aug 2017

Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix powered by Mediacom to feature groundbreaking Facebook Live coverage

By Roger Ruthhart

ROCK ISLAND, Ill. – The Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix powered by Mediacom is excited to announce that this year’s race will be broadcast on Facebook Live utilizing graphics and video technology that has not been using in karting or any other kind of racing previously.

18 Aug 2017

BANDITS HOME STREAK HALTED

By Connor Onion

Chiefs use ninth inning run to win one-run game

DAVENPORT, Iowa – The River Bandits fell to the Peoria Chiefs 5-4 on Thursday night at Modern Woodmen Park in front of 4,313 fans. Austin Warner shut out Quad Cities over six innings. Ronnie Dawson reached base three times in the win for the Bandits.

17 Aug 2017

BANDITS HANG ON TO BEAT CHIEFS

By Connor Onion

9-8 win moves home streak to 10

DAVENPORT, Iowa – The River Bandits won their 10th straight home game with a 9-8 win over the Peoria Chiefs on Wednesday night at Modern Woodmen Park. Salvador Montano earned the win in relief. Ronnie Dawson hit his team-leading 14th homer of the year.

17 Aug 2017

Rhythm City Named Official Resort for World Series of Drag Racing

By Cordova International Raceway

CORDOVA, Ill. - Cordova International Raceway is proud to announce that Rhythm City Casino Resort has been named the official resort for the 64th annual World Series of Drag Racing, presented by O'Reilly Auto Parts.

16 Aug 2017

BANDITS WALK OFF ON CHIEFS; Trompiz’s walk-off hands Bandits their 9th straight home win

By Connor Onion

DAVENPORT, Iowa – The River Bandits knocked off the Peoria Chiefs 3-2 on Tuesday night at Modern Woodmen Park. Cristian Javier twirled 5.2 shutout innings for Quad Cities. Kristian Trompiz delivered a walk-off fielder’s choice in the ninth.

16 Aug 2017

News From the Iowa State Fair - Aug 15, 2017

By Mindy Williamson

A Golden Toilet Seat is the Prize Possession for the Outhouse Races at the Iowa State Fair

DES MOINES, IA (08/15/2017) (readMedia)-- Rasmussen Group won the 14th annual Outhouse Races Tuesday at the 2017 Iowa State Fair. Team members Karl Rasmussen, Sam Rasmussen, Olivia Rasmussen and Steve Snell were awarded $300 in cash and a golden toilet seat for besting their competition in speed.

16 Aug 2017

Q-C Chess Festival Features a Grandmaster this Weekend - CANCELLED

By Jessica Waytenick

Due to unforeseen circumstances Grandmaster Simon Kim Williams is unable to attend this weekend, so the Quad Cities Chess Festival has decided to postpone the event until a future date.

Quad Cities Chess Festival Features Grandmaster Simon Kim Williams

Quad Cities – Bob Long, a two-time Quad Cities Chess Champion, hosts the 2017 Quad Cities Chess Festival at the Ramada, 3020 Utica Ridge Road in Bettendorf on August 18-20, 2017

16 Aug 2017

BANDITS TOP CHIEFS

By Connor Onion

Scheetz earns win in debut

DAVENPORT, Iowa – The River Bandits snapped a three-game losing streak by defeating the Peoria Chiefs 4-1 on Monday night at Modern Woodmen Park. Kit Scheetz earned his first Midwest League win. Luis Payano homered for the second second straight game.

16 Aug 2017

Amana Arts Guild Quilting Class

By Amana Colonies Convention & Visitors Bureau

BEGINNING QUILTING:  Ever wanted to learn to quilt?  Come join us for a chance to learn the history and techniques used in creating a traditional Amana Quilt.  All ages and skill levels are welcome.  Each person will create a beautiful hand quilted wall hanging.  Participants will need to supply 2 yards of fabric (1 yard solid and 1 yard print) of their choosing.  All other materials will be supplied. 

14 Aug 2017

News From the Iowa State Fair - Aug 13, 2017

By Mindy Williamson

Iowa State Fair Riley Competition a Crowd Pleaser

DES MOINES, IA (08/13/2017) (readMedia)-- Five talented Sprout division acts (ages 2-12) have advanced to the semi-final round in Bill Riley's 58th annual Iowa State Fair Talent Search. Each act will perform again on Thursday, August 17, Friday, August 18 or Saturday, August 19.

The names, ages, hometowns and routines of the acts are:

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