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- 1Anti-book-banning activist to speak at Augustana College▼Activist against book banning will appear at Augustana College, Rock Island
An activist campaigning against book bans is scheduled to appear at Augustana College in Rock Island, Illinois. The local report highlights the event amid ongoing national debates over school and library book removals. Community members and students in the Quad Cities region are expected to take interest in the discussion.
- 2Metropolitan Community Church Davenport hosts Quad Cities artist reception▼Metropolitan Community Church, Davenport, hosts QC artist’s reception
Metropolitan Community Church in Davenport, Iowa, is hosting an art reception featuring a Quad Cities artist. The event opens the church's space to the local creative community, giving residents a chance to view the work and meet the artist. Further details about the artist and exhibition dates were not immediately available.
- 3Fleetwood Mac tribute band Rumours to play Galesburg's Orpheum Theatre▼Orpheum Theatre, Galesburg, will present Fleetwood Mac tribute band Rumours
The Orpheum Theatre in Galesburg, Illinois, has announced a performance by Rumours, a tribute band dedicated to Fleetwood Mac. The show will bring the classic rock group's catalog of hits to the historic downtown venue. The announcement has drawn attention from local music fans in the Galesburg and Quad Cities region, with audiences reacting to the chance to hear Fleetwood Mac's music performed live.
- 4Report: Eastern Iowa Community Colleges add $709 million to regional economy▼New report: EICC adds $709 million to regional economy
A new report finds Eastern Iowa Community Colleges contribute $709 million to the regional economy each year. The figure reflects the colleges' spending, student activity and the added earnings of graduates working in the region. Business and education leaders in the Quad Cities area are highlighting the study as evidence of the community college system's economic importance.
- 5One dead, one hospitalized in crash near Quad Cities airport●1 dead, 1 hospitalized after crash near Quad Cities International Airport
One person died and another was hospitalized following a crash near Quad Cities International Airport in Moline, Illinois, according to local station WQAD. Details about the cause of the crash, the victims, and the condition of the hospitalized person have not yet been released. Authorities are expected to provide more information as the investigation continues.
- 6NAMIWalks event raises funds for mental health programs▼NAMIWalks raises awareness, funds for mental health programs
NAMIWalks, the National Alliance on Mental Illness's signature fundraising walk, is being held to raise awareness and money for mental health programs in the Quad Cities area. The event brings together community members to support local services, education, and advocacy for people affected by mental illness.
- 7NAMIWALKS gather Quad Cities for mental health awareness●NAMIWALKS bring QC together for mental health awareness
The Quad Cities came together for NAMIWALKS, a fundraising and awareness walk organized by the National Alliance on Mental Illness. The event drew community members in support of mental health awareness, with local coverage highlighting its role in reducing stigma and connecting residents with resources and support services across the region.
- 8Aledo Fall Fest and Mercer County Art Gala draw autumn crowds▼Find autumn fun at Aledo Fall Fest, Mercer County Art Gala
Two autumn events are underway in Mercer County, Illinois: the Aledo Fall Fest and the Mercer County Art Gala. Local coverage highlights them as seasonal attractions offering family activities and artwork from area artists, giving residents and visitors in the Quad Cities region a way to enjoy the fall season close to home.
- 9'Alice in Wonderland' Ballet Coming to Adler Theatre in Davenport▼‘Alice in Wonderland’ ballet will be presented at Adler Theatre, Davenport
The 'Alice in Wonderland' ballet will be staged at the Adler Theatre in Davenport, Iowa. The announcement gives Quad Cities audiences a chance to see a full-length ballet adaptation of Lewis Carroll's classic story. Local reaction is largely about anticipation for the production and its arrival at the downtown venue, though details on dates, the company performing and ticketing have not been widely reported yet.
- 10Davenport to launch youth mental health AmeriCorps program▼Davenport to launch new youth mental health AmeriCorps program
Davenport, Iowa, is preparing to launch a new AmeriCorps program focused on youth mental health. The Quad-City Times reported the plan, which would place AmeriCorps members in roles supporting young people's mental well-being in the city. Details such as funding, member numbers and start dates have not yet been made public, but the initiative signals a local push to expand mental health support for youth.