Win concert tickets for CRAZY TRAIN at The Orpheum!

With a Concert Codeword you heard on The Laser, click “Unlock Entry” below to sign-up for a chance to win concert tickets!. Enter to win a pair of tickets for Crazy Train – America’s Ozzy Tribute rockin’ The Orpheum Theatre on Thursday, October 15!. Crazy...

Nerdtober Con brings celebrities, collectibles, and cosplay to RiverCenter this weekend

DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) -Pop culture enthusiasts, toy collectors, and cosplay fans will gather at Nerdtober Con—set to take over the RiverCenter. Presented by the QC Toy Show, the two-day convention runs Saturday, Oct. 10, and Sunday, Oct. 11. The event will transform the convention center into a hub for regional vendors, retro gaming, and professional cosplay.

Dunn Brothers Coffee Is Coming to Davenport, Clinton, and East Moline

Dunn Brothers Coffee is planning to open locations in Davenport, Clinton, Iowa, and East Moline, Illinois, with the first shop expected to open in 2027.

Area haunted attractions offer October scares

With the arrival of fall comes the witching season, ripe with thrills and scares all leading up to Oct. 31, Halloween. During this autumnal mayhem many seek out entertainment guaranteed to shock and scare them senseless. To satisfy that demand, Halloween attractions and haunted houses have sprung up throughout the area.

This Iowa Diner Serves A Breakfast So Huge It Takes Two People To Finish

I knew breakfast was going to be serious the moment the plate hit the table and I started wondering where everything was supposed to fit. This Iowa diner is not shy about portions. Pancakes stretch across the plate, skillets arrive loaded, and some orders are big enough that sharing starts to feel less like a suggestion and more like a strategy.

Two Eastern Iowa Lottery Winners Hit Big Prizes on the Same Day

Two men from eastern Iowa walked away with a combined $350,000 in lottery winnings, and both claimed their prizes on the same day.

Jersey Mike’s franchisee opening Dunn Bros Coffee in Illinois, Iowa

Dunn Brothers Coffee is entering Illinois and adding to its Iowa presence through a development agreement with a new multi-unit franchisee. The Minneapolis-based chain signed the deal with Beans & Rice LLC, led by Kevin and Michelle Ramirez. The agreement covers shops in Davenport and Clinton, Iowa, and East Moline, Illinois, with the first location opening in 2027.

Fright Night in the Park

Get your costumes ready for a free Halloween event just for kids! Goodwill of the Heartland and Rock Island Parks and Recreation proudly present Fright Night in the Park on Thursday, Oct 22 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Schwiebert Riverfront Park in Rock Island. This family-friendly Halloween event...

Singer-songwriter coming to Cambridge

CAMBRIDGE — Acclaimed singer-songwriter Christopher Paul Stelling will perform at Ca d’Zan House Concerts in Cambridge on Sunday, Oct. 11. Stelling will bring his intricate finger-style guitar work, road-tested vocals and deeply introspective songwriting to an intimate setting. Presented by Crossroads Cultural Connections, the all-ages evening will begin...

Dish & Tell: Krumpets Bakery and Cafe

Staind, Seether, Hoobastank will be in ‘Break the Cycle’ concert at Vibrant Center, Moline

Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum-selling American rock band Staind has announced a second leg of its sold-out Break The Cycle 25th Anniversary Tour, a news release says. Along with Seether, Hoobastank, and Hinder, Staind will be in concert April 11 at the Vibrant Arena, Moline. Their album “Break The Cycle” was released in 2001 via Flip Records and certified 7x […]

The Orpheum Theatre in Galesburg warning community members about online ticket scams

Officials with The Orpheum Theatre in Galesburg are warning community members about a rise in online ticket scams. Theatre officials said they're seeing inflated ticket prices topping $1,700 on unauthorized resale websites, as well as scammers directly targeting buyers on social media. Orpheum officials said purported sellers in Facebook and Instagram comment sections are fraudulent and will collect money without providing information, and community members should not buy from them.

Altrusa fundraiser offers gift cards to 21 Galesburg restaurants

The Altrusa Club of Galesburg is selling tickets through Thursday, Nov. 12, for its “Galesburg Eats” drawing. One winner will receive all the gift cards donated by 21 local restaurants. Proceeds will support the club’s community service projects. Gift cards range in value from $20 to $75....

Co-Founder of Moline’s Black Box Theatre Back to Direct Next Musical

It’s been four years since David Miller of Bettendorf directed a show at the intimate theater he co-founded with Lora Adams, the Black Box Theatre, 1623 5th Ave., Moline. Primarily away due to health issues, he is back at the 60-seat downtown Moline venue with “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change,” a musical comedy with book and lyrics by Joe DiPietro, and music by Jimmy Roberts, opening this weekend.

Next STEAM Saturday set for Oct. 24 at Putnam Museum

DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) -Putnam Museum representatives regularly stop by Quad Cities Live to invite viewers to experience upcoming exhibits, movies, and special events. Among the new features to promote are STEAM Saturdays, addressed by Mary Stefanski—educator at the Putnam in charge of STEAM Saturdays. Watch the segment to find...

Decorated Pumpkin Contestants at Farmers National Bank in Prophetstown (Photos)

Farmers National Bank's annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest has returned, with all four locations having a display in the lobby for the Halloween season. The Prophetstown location has 14 spooky/funny/creative pumpkins to choose from in the lobby. Just write down the number of your favorite pumpkin and put it in the orange bucket. Vote for your favorite pumpkin at any FNB location now through Friday, October 30th. The winner from each bank will get to give $100 to a charity of their choice!

Kewanee and Wethersfield Celebrate Homecoming This Friday, October 9, 2026

Kewanee and Wethersfield Prepare for Homecoming Parades and Football Games. Homecoming excitement is building for the Kewanee and Wethersfield schools as both football teams prepare for important games on Friday, October 9th, 2026. Kewanee to Host Monmouth-Roseville. The festivities include a Homecoming Parade beginning at 2:15 PM from Kewanee High...

Out & About this weekend, Oct. 9-11

It’s homecoming week for both the Kewanee Boilermakers and Annawan- Wethersfield Titans. The Wethersfield homecoming parade takes place at 1:15 p.m. and the Titans varsity football game against Bureau Valley will start at 7 p.m. The Kewanee homecoming parade will begin at 2:15 p.m. with the varsity Boilermakers taking on Monmouth/Roseville at 7 p.m.

Viral Rom Com Book Filming Movie Adaptation In Cute Chicagoland Suburb

BookTok devotees are having a field day.