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Alternating Currents accepting applications for 2027 festival
Alternating Currents (AC) is now accepting artist and creative submissions for its 10th annual festival on Aug. 12–15, 2027 in downtown Davenport, Rock Island and Bettendorf. The annual Open Call shapes the festival’s lineup of music, comedy, film, visual art, performances and creative experiences across the three downtown areas. Organizers are expanding ideas and experiences […]
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Candy, costumes, culture and true crime come your way this weekend | Dani's Weekend Rundown for Oct. 15-18
The fall and Halloween season is upon us, and there are several events to celebrate across the Quad Cities region. Here's a look at this edition of Dani's Weekend Rundown. Learn more about conservation and explore Credit Island. When: Thursday, Oct. 15, 8 a.m. to noon. Where: Credit Island Lodge,...
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Holocaust survivor will appear in two QC presentations
A Holocaust survivor will make two appearances in the Quad Cities, according to a news release from the Jewish Federation of the Quad Cities. Sol Nayman will speak at “Surviving the Parallel Holocaust” at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21, at the Rock Island Public Library. He also will appear when the program is held again […]
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Rock Island native leads music for new “Come From Away” in Washington, D.C.
Mason Moss, a 32-year-old alum of Rock Island High School, is literally living his dream every day, as music director, conductor and keyboard player for “Come From Away” at Ford's Theatre in Washington, D.C. The uplifting, inspiring show (based on true events relating to the Sept. 11 terrorist...
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Freeport Art Museum offers grants for local artists
Artists and cultural organizations across six northwest Illinois counties can apply for grants of up to $2,000 through a funding program administered by the Freeport Art Museum. The museum recently received a $20,000 grant from the Illinois Arts Council through its Regional Arts Partners regranting program, according to a community announcement. The funding will be distributed to eligible individuals and organizations proposing arts and cultural projects in Carroll, Jo Daviess, Lee, Ogle, Stephenson and Whiteside counties. Applications are being accepted for projects scheduled to take place between January and August 2027. The application deadline is Dec. 11, 2026. The grant program is designed to support artists, arts organizations and other eligible groups seeking to bring creative and cultural programming to communities throughout the region. According to the announcement, the funding aims to expand opportunities for public participation in the arts and support local cultural initiatives. Funding available for local arts projects According to the announcement, the Regional Arts Partners program is intended to help artists and cultural organizations develop new projects, expand existing programs and create opportunities for residents to participate in arts programming. The museum said applications are encouraged from emerging and established artists as well as organizations that
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Moline Coal Valley School Board requesting state historic designation for Wharton Field House
The Moline Coal Valley School Board is requesting that the state of Illinois designate a sporting arena as a historic landmark. During its regular meeting on Monday, the board unanimously approved the application for the Wharton Field House near Avenue of the Cities and 16th Street. In the late 1940s,...
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Ozzy Osbourne tribute show coming to Galesburg this week
The Orpheum Theatre in Galesburg will welcome “Crazy Train: America’s Ozzy Tribute” at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 15 as part of its 2026-2027 season lineup. The performance is sponsored by MSI and 92.7 The Laser, according to a community announcement. The show is led by tribute vocalist Vinny Cormier and celebrates the solo career and legacy of Ozzy Osbourne through a live concert production designed to recreate the sound and atmosphere of the rock icon's performances. Backed by a full band, the production features arrangements modeled after Osbourne’s studio recordings, along with custom lighting and stage effects intended to mirror the look and feel of the original concerts, according to the announcement. Tickets are available through the theater's website at galesburgorpheum.org or by calling the Orpheum Theatre Box Office at (309) 342-2299. Ticket information and venue details The Orpheum Theatre is located at 57 S. Kellogg St. in downtown Galesburg. Box office hours are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. Additional support for the theater is provided by the Illinois Arts Council. Historic theater serves region The Historic Orpheum Theatre has operated in downtown Galesburg since 1916. According to the announcement, the restored venue continues to serve West-Central Illinois
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QC Hispanic Chamber Gala returns on Friday
The Greater Quad Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Annual Gala and Award Celebration will be held Friday, Oct. 16, at the Rhythm City Casino Resort in Davenport. The scheduled keynote speaker is Mark Madrid, a former associate administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration. At the SBA, he and his team supported over 4 million U.S. small businesses — from capital access and education to cybersecurity and procurement.
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Wethersfield fourth-graders explore world of poetry
***Kyra Galbraith is a participant in The Kewanee Voice Student Journalism Program, funded by the Harry Anderson Memorial Trust. Last week, Kimberly Hampton’s fourth-grade class welcomed their third-grade friends and staff to enjoy the ninth year of hot chocolate, cookies and student-penned poems. This event has been the class...
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Orpheum Theatre, Galesburg, will present ‘The Dolly Show’
The Orpheum Theatre Presents 2026-2027 season continues with The Dolly Show starring Kelly O’Brien at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22. The show will be a tribute honoring country music icon Dolly Parton. Widely recognized as one of the world’s most authentic and accomplished Dolly performers, Kelly O’Brien delivers a masterful performance endorsed by the Parton […]
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Davenport Country Club preps for 4A golf state tournament
The Iowa 4A boys’ golf state championship is in the Quad Cities starting on Monday. The tournament will be held at the Davenport Country Club. Locally, both North Scott and Pleasant Valley qualified as teams for the event. Par for the course is 71, but there are some challenges throughout. “The biggest thing with our […]
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Ticket Winners for CRAZY TRAIN at The Orpheum
The Laser congratulates our winners of concert tickets for Crazy Train – America’s Ozzy Tribute:. They were drawn at random from all who had signed-up at thelaseronline.com. They each won a pair of tickets for Crazy Train at The Orpheum Theatre in Galesburg Thursday, October 15, at 7:30 PM.
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REVIEW: Moline’s Spotlight Returns with a Bigger, Divinely Spectacular ‘Hunchback of Notre Dame’
There’s a good deal that’s the same in the new, spectacular Spotlight Theatre production of “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” compared to the first time the classic, sweeping tale was done as the venue’s debut stage musical in October 2018. That includes the director, star, a co-star and inspiring cathedral backdrop.