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Jazz pianist uses music to uplift, unify
From war to racism to poverty and political division, it’s easy to get depressed about the state of the world, but Lynne Arriale wants us to have hope. The acclaimed, sensitive jazz pianist/composer is returning to the Quad Cities this Sunday after several years, to play at the Polyrhythms Third Sunday Jazz Series on May 19, 2024, at the Unitarian Church, 3707 Eastern Ave., Davenport.
Baseball Recap: Rock Island's loss ends five-game winning streak at home
It was a good run, but Rock Island unfortunately witnessed the end of their four-game winning streak on Friday. They fell 12-7 to the Washington Panthers. Rock Island was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Washington apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in May of 2023.
Red Cross hosts Taste on the River in East Moline
The American Red Cross will host the 28th annual A Taste on the River Thursday, June 20 at 6 p.m. at Bend XPO in East Moline. Tickets and table sponsorships can be purchased online. Single admission tickets are $50 each and sponsorships, including eight tickets each, begin at $500. Enjoy...
Salute to First Responders: Brennan Kennedy
Brennan Kennedy was honored for his service as this month’s winner of SERVPRO and Fox 18’s Salute to First Responders. “This is truly an honor,” Kennedy said. “I had no idea this was going on and this is a definite surprise.”. Maybe it shouldn’t be. Kennedy...
Talk to Rock Island's mayor and officials at 'Rock Island Unplugged'
ROCK ISLAND, Ill. — Editor's Note: The featured video is from a Rock Island Unplugged event that was held in January 2023. The City of Rock Island is holding another "Rock Island Unplugged" event in an effort to encourage open dialogue between officials and residents featuring Mayor Mike Thoms and City department directors at The Stern Center in downtown.
Augustana students to present Longview Park master plan
Augustana College students will present the Longview Park master plan to the City of Rock Island Parks and Recreation Board on Tuesday, May 21, according to a news release. The plan will help guide leaders in making decisions for future upgrades and projects for the more than a century-old park, located at 18th Avenue and 17th Street. The public is invited to the 5:30 p.m. meeting at the Rock Island Fitness & Activity Center, 4303 24th St.
Davenport Starbucks Employees Unionize
(Davenport, IA) -- Employees at a Davenport outlet of a national coffee shop have voted to unionize. Workers at the Starbucks at 53rd Street and Elmore Avenue will become the just the second Iowa location to join Starbucks Workers United. Employees at a Starbucks in Iowa City voted to unionize...
Which commercial real estate markets are booming in the Quad Cities
DAVENPORT, Iowa — Development is happening all over the Quad Cities, from the TBK Sports Complex to the streets of Downtown Rock Island. NAI Ruhl Commercial Company presented 2024's trends in commercial real estate, and they said that one of the hottest markets is in large modern warehouses. Vice...
Looking ahead to possible active weather through the next
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - After areas hit highs in the 80s and at the 90-degree mark Saturday, some other changes are coming for the area weather in the next week. The heat and humidity could cause a few pop-up storms Saturday night, mainly to the west of the river. These storms should begin to weaken as they progress into the TV6 viewing area. Most of us will remain dry.
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