This week we mark the country’s semiquincentennial – 250 years since the Declaration of Independence. The United States looks nothing like it did in 1776. We enjoy so many modern…
The City of Rock Island is sending out a warning about fraudulent invoices. According to a release from the City of Rock Island, residents and business should be aware of…
One of the staples of the John Deere Classic is the pork chop sandwich. For 20 years, one man has overseen all the pork chops grilled over charcoal at Pork…
A sign at a grocery store shows certain items cannot be purchased using the federal nutrition assistance program. (Photo by Cami Koons/Iowa Capital Dispatch) A federal waiver allowing Iowa to…
Of the many July Fourth traditions, fireworks are the most closely linked with the holiday. Many Americans celebrate by setting off their own display or using similar items such as…
The Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum is getting ready to reopen following a year and half of renovations. The space will add 2,300 square feet for a new lobby,…
Our Quad Cities News is partnering with award-winning journalist Gary Metivier for The Heart of the Story. Each week, Gary showcases inspiring stories of everyday people doing cool stuff, enjoying…
To view a log of the calls for service, click here. June 22, 2026 Ramiro Gerardo Castro Guzman, 21, of 920 Highland Dr., Waukee, was arrested on a Dallas County…
Celebrate Independence Day in Muscatine! Mayor Brad Bark joined Our Quad Cities News with details on Muscatine’s 4th of July Celebration. For more information, click here.
Celebrate Independence Day with fireworks and a lighted parade! Nathan DeBaillie joined Our Quad Cities News with a preview of the Orion Fireworks Festival. For more information, click here.
From the Turek Campaign: New polling by Fox News shows Josh Turek with a four-point lead over Ashley Hinson. Hinson continues to struggle with Independents as Josh leads 59-28. What’s…
New legislation that went into effect July 1 may impact some Iowa voters in the general election this fall. Scott County Auditor Kerri Tompkins said two important law changes may…
Rick Miller, a Pride Center board member and in-house archivist, shows off display of LGBTQIA+ artifacts, including various books, activist memorabilia and posters from past AIDS benefits at the Pride…
We love holidays and celebrations. They are important because we are a forgetful people, and we need these events to help us remember timeless truths or milestones that have helped…
Mercer County Better Together (MCBT) is working with Mercer County libraries to host the first “Reading Is a Gift” Readathon. The fundraiser benefits Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, a program facilitated…
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