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East Moline coffee shop to host ‘Mom + Me Market’
EAST MOLINE, Ill. (KWQC) -Iron + Grain Coffee House is hosting a Mother’s Day-themed market on May 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vendors will be on site as we celebrate mothers that do so much. It a wonderful chance to shop, get matching tattoos, and get a ticket to build your own charcuterie board.
Rock Island Milan post office hosts 32nd Annual Stamp out Hunger Food Drive
ROCK ISLAND, Ill (KWQC) - The 32nd annual Stamp Out Hunger Food drive was held at the Rock Island Milan Post Office. The United Way partners with the National Association of Letter Carriers for the nationwide event. According to officials, the community can participate by leaving non-perishable food items at...
Rock the Block volunteers improve Davenport neighborhood
Rock the Block, a Habitat for Humanity program, is working to improve a neighborhood in Davenport. “One part of our program is building new homes, and then a second part is repairing them so families can stay in their homes,” said Ben Kantner, construction director, Habitat for Humanity Quad Cities.
Augustana expands student engagement initiative Augie Choice to sophomores
ROCK ISLAND, Ill (KWQC) - Augustana College has now announced it’s expanding its student-engagement initiative Augie Choice to sophomores. The college made the announcement on April 26. Augie Choice now allows sophomores, along with juniors and seniors to apply for a $2,000 stipend to help pay for internship expenses,...
Davenport animal shelter seeking donations for bigger facility
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - A no-kill animal shelter in Davenport is seeking donations to help them expand their operations into a bigger facility with more space. But they are currently unable to move into their newly-acquired building because of an unexpected cost. Assistant Director of King’s Harvest Pet Rescue, Julia...
Big Brothers Big Sisters plant sale continues
If you’re looking for a way to get outside this weekend and support a good cause in the process, consider checking out the Big Brothers Big Sisters plant sale. People could place an order earlier in the spring, but if you missed it, there are still plenty of flowers available to choose from.
Habitat for Humanity Quad Cities holds ‘Rock the Block’ Saturday
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - Habitat for Humanity hosted a two-day “Rock the Block” event on Brown Street in Davenport. According to officials, Rock the Block is a part of their central city repair program to help serve low income residents. Many of the people who were working on...
Update: 13-year-old in protective custody, mother wanted, charged in connection to missing son, police say
MOLINE, Ill. (KWQC) - A mother who was charged with taking her 13-year-old son from Moline, and violating a protection order is still wanted, according to Moline Police Department. The previously reported missing child has since been found, police said. Thursday, as of 5 p.m., police said in a statement...
Parents and staff voice concerns at Rock Island School District public input session
ROCK ISLAND, Ill. (KWQC) - The Rock Island-Milan School District is holding public input sessions for their long-term plans to improve and upgrade facilities and buildings in their schools. The first one was held Wednesday at Edison Junior High School. On Thursday, one was held at the Rock Island High...
Viola Boyz races set for first night of season
Friday, May 10, is the first night for racing at Viola Boyz Backroad Speedway, 686 240th St., Viola, Ill. Qualifying begins at 6:30 p.m. and racing at 7p.m. (No fuel will be available at the track until next week.) Hannah’s Snack Shack will be open. Admission for spectators is $10,...
City of Rock Island to celebrate Douglas Park renovations during Party in the Park
ROCK ISLAND, Ill. — The Rock Island Park and Recreation Department invites the community to celebrate the completion of renovations in Douglas Park with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, May 22. Since renovation began in 2016, there have been several improvements including a renovated concession stand and press box;...
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