MOLINE, ILLINOIS (September 29, 2026) — The AKWAABA QC, an IRS 501(c) Tax Exempt non-profit Community Organization is pleased to announce that he is hosting Its Third Annual Fundraising Gala to showcase the incredible work that AKWAABA QC is doing as well as highlight its culture as a symbol of reception, hospitality, generosity, and warm welcome to everyone.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (October 15, 2026) — On September 26, 2026, at approximately 9:12PM, the Davenport Police, Fire Department, and Medic personnel responded to a report of a six-month-old child who was not breathing in the 3500 block of Marquette Street.

Upon arrival, medical assistance was provided to the child, who was subsequently transported to a local hospital for further treatment by Medics EMS.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (October 12, 2026) — Paranormal investigator Aaron G Thompson, featured talent from Netflix's 28 Days Haunted, is bringing a brand-new live experience home to the Quad Cities just in time for Halloween: THE BEST DAMN GHOST TALK.. . OF YOUR LIFE!, a ninety-minute interactive paranormal theater show at The Last Picture House in Davenport on Friday, October 30, 7PM — one night only, on the eve of All Hallows' Eve, when the veil is thinnest.

ROCK FALLS, ILLINOIS (October 6, 2026) — Rock Falls Tourism is excited to bring back one of our favorite Halloween traditions! Join us for the Third Annual Spooktacular Halloween Lighted Golf Cart and UTV Parade on Saturday, October 17, 2026, 6:30PM, in downtown Rock Falls.

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (October 2, 2026) The 2026 O Fritiof Ander Symposium brings together scholars, policymakers, and journalists for a public conversation about elections in United States and Sweden. The symposium will take place Friday, October 23, 2–4:30PM, at Augustana College’s Wilson Center, 3750 7th Avenue in Rock Island.

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (October 1, 2026) — WQPT PBS is partnering with WTVP PBS, WTTW PBS, and Tri States Public Radio to present a series of Illinois and Iowa candidate forums throughout October.

WQPT PBS is your local source for public media programming and a place to hear directly from candidates before the November election. These programs provide viewers with an opportunity to hear from candidates and learn more about the issues facing communities throughout the region.

SCOTT COUNTY, IOWA (September 28, 2026) — This is a follow-up informational release pertaining a fatality accident which occurred on 9-26 2026 which happened at the intersection of 210th Ave and 287th St.

The driver of the white 2009 Mazda has been identified as nineteen-year-old Jace Geissinger from McCausland.

Also occupying the Mazda was a passenger, eighteen-year-old Nolan Corwell from Davenport.

Both Jace and Nolan were pronounced dead on scene.

SCOTT COUNTY, IOWA (September 23, 2026) — On Tuesday, September 22, at approximately 6:26PM, the Scott Emergency Communication Center received a 911 call in reference to a motor vehicle accident in the area of S Cody Rd and W Canal Shore Dr in LeClaire, Iowa.

The Scott County Sheriff’s Office Accident Investigation Team was requested and responded to the scene to assist with the investigation.

IOWA CITY, IOWA (September 21, 2026) — This school year, Humanities Iowa and the University of Iowa Office of Community Engagement invite Iowa high school students to participate in Poetry Out Loud, a dynamic poetry recitation competition designed to improve public speaking skills, build confidence, and teach students about literary history and contemporary life.

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