14 Jan 2026

Angela Smith Steps Into Administrator Role at Des Moines University (DMU) Clinic

By Jody Gifford

WEST DES MOINES, IOWA (January 14, 2026) — Des Moines University Clinic has welcomed Angela Smith MBA, as its new chief clinical administrative officer, marking a significant transition for the university's health-care operations. Smith brings decades of experience in clinical practice and senior operational leadership.

14 Jan 2026

Iowa Farm Bureau Sets 2026 Legislative Priorities Including Property Tax-Payer Protection and Advancement of Water Quality and Soil Conservation Practices

By Andrew Wheeler

WEST DES MOINES, IOWA (January 14, 2026) — During the 2026 legislative session, Iowa Farm Bureau Federation (IFBF), the state’s largest grassroots farm organization, will address key priorities including property-tax reform and the prioritization of tax policies that support farmers and the agricultural community; funding to advance water quality and soil conservation practices; and land-owner protections when underground natural resources are extracted.

14 Jan 2026

Kyra Taylor of Davenport, Iowa, Makes the Dean's List at McKendree University

By Tina Napper

LEBANON, ILLINOIS (January 14, 2026) — Congratulations to Kyra Taylor of Davenport, Iowa, who was named to the McKendree University Fall 2025 semester Dean's List for earning a grade-point average of 3.60 or higher.

14 Jan 2026

Rep Eric Sorensen Secures Over $33 Million in Federal Community Project Funding for Illinois’ 17th District

By Brittany Hardaway

WASHINGTON DC (January 14, 2026) — Representative Eric Sorensen (IL-17) has announced that he has secured more than $33 million in federal Community Project Funding for communities across Illinois’ 17th Congressional District, with over $25 million invested directly in the Quad Cities region to strengthen critical water, sewer, and river infrastructure.

14 Jan 2026

Noah Tapia of Moline, Illinois, Named to the Fall 2025 Provost's List at Hofstra University

By Merit Pages

HEMPSTEAD, NEW YORK (January 14, 2026) — Noah Tapia of Moline, Illinois, achieved a perfect 4.0 GPA during the fall 2025 semester, earning a spot on the Provost's List at Hofstra University. Noah's major is History.

14 Jan 2026

OneTable QC to Host “Advocacy Without Fear” Workshop Training for Nonprofits

By Jackie Celske

DAVENPORT, IOWA (January 14, 2026) – OneTable QC, in partnership with the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Quad Cities, Wastyn and Associates, and Humility Homes and Services, will host Advocacy Without Fear: A Practical Workshop for QC Nonprofits on Tuesday, February 3, 8:30AM-12PM, at the Butterworth Education Center in Moline.

14 Jan 2026

Local Students Named to Monmouth College Fall 2025 Dean's List

By Barry McNamara

MONMOUTH, ILLINOIS (January 14, 2026) — The following Monmouth College students made the Dean's List for the Fall 2025 semester. To make the list, students needed to have a minimum 3.5 GPA while taking at least 3.0 academic credits for letter grade.

Logan Corgan of Silvis (61282)

Nylea Cruz of Silvis (61282)

Brayden Deem of Andalusia (61232)

Connor Deem of Andalusia (61232)

Sara Francescon of Coal Valley (61240)

Delaney Fredricksen of Bettendorf (52722)

13 Jan 2026

Camp Regret at RIBCO, Rock Island, February 21, 7PM (Door), 8PM (Show)

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13 Jan 2026

Destinations International Appoints Visit Quad Cities Leaders Dave Herrell and Joan Kranovich to 2026 Committees

By Kayla Morath CTA

BETTENDORF, IOWA (January 13, 2026) — Dave Herrell, President and CEO of Visit Quad Cities, has been appointed to serve as Co-Chair of the Destinations International (DI) Membership Committee and the Social Impact Committee for 2026, the world’s largest and most respected association for destination organizations and professionals.

13 Jan 2026

Living Lands and Waters Docks New Floating Classroom at Beacon Harbor

By Rachel Loomis

EAST MOLINE, ILLINOIS (January 13, 2026) — Living Lands and Waters (LL&W) is thrilled to announce the arrival of its new floating classroom barge, the Mississippi River Institute (MRI), at Beacon Harbor for the second time. From January 29 through late June, this innovative educational space will host a variety of free workshops and events designed to engage young adults and the local community, connecting them to economic opportunities on the Mississippi River.

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