Ron Wheeler is pictured in the upper right. Continuing clockwise are his sister, Barb Wheeler Byrne ('77), his late mother, Phyllis Holmquist Wheeler ('49), and his brother, Paul Wheeler

MONMOUTH, ILLINOIS (April 29, 2026) — Fans of Monmouth College history are likely fans of Fannie.

DUBUQUE, IOWA (April 29, 2026) — The University of Dubuque’s thirty-voice touring choir will travel to Alaska in May to perform “Unclouded Day,” a one-hour program of sacred and secular styles including classical, world, pop, and folk music.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (April 29, 2026) — TEDxDavenport, the Quad Cities’ annual celebration of ideas worth sharing, has announced its full speaker lineup for the 2026 event. Taking place on August 12, 2026, at 4:30PM at Last Picture House in Davenport, the event promises one of its most dynamic and wide-ranging programs to date. Tickets go on sale May 1, via Eventbrite.

BETTENDORF, IOWA (April 29, 2026) — The Downtown Bettendorf Organization (DBO) is excited to announce expanded programming for Be Downtown on Saturday, June 6, offering a full day of fun that transitions from a family-friendly outdoor festival to an evening of live music throughout downtown Bettendorf.

OTTUMWA, IOWA (April 28, 2026) — The Ottumwa Legacy Foundation, Greater Ottumwa Partners in Progress, City of Ottumwa, Wapello County, and AV Ottumwa LLC have set the date for a groundbreaking ceremony for the Vogel Heights housing development, located at 312 East Alta Vista Ave in Ottumwa. The ceremony will take place at 10AM. In the event of inclement weather, an alternate date and time will be announced. The public is invited to attend.

ROCK FALLS, ILLINOIS (April 28, 2026) — Rock Falls Tourism is bringing an exciting lineup of summer and fall events sure to entertain both residents and visitors alike. From the toe-tapping sounds of the Bellson Music Fest to the family-friendly fun of the Spooktacular Halloween Lighted Golf Cart and UTV Parade, there’s truly something for everyone to enjoy this season in Rock Falls.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (April 28, 2026) — On June 13, Joe Bob Briggs and Darcy the Mail Girl bring Bubba Ho-Tep to not one, not two, but ALL THREE screens at The Last Picture House. Joe Bob will introduce the film in each and every room, plus he and Darcy will do meet-and-greets and merch sales in the lounge all night long. VIP ticket-holders get the intro, the movie, plus a special Q&A with Joe Bob and Darcy.

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (April 27, 2026) — Millions of people across Illinois and the greater Midwest face an extremely high risk — four out of five — of dangerous, long-track tornadoes through the rest of today into tonight. The American Red Cross is closely monitoring conditions across the region, with disaster teams on standby and ready to respond if needed.

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (April 27, 2026) — The Moline Public Schools Foundation invites the community to attend and support its annual Spring Celebration on Thursday, May 7, at Old Oakes Winery. This signature fundraising event helps generate critical support for the Foundation’s teacher IMPACT grant program, with all proceeds going directly back into Moline-Coal Valley classrooms.

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