EAST MOLINE, ILLINOIS (April 25, 2024) — Living Lands and Waters, a non-profit environmental organization dedicated to protecting, preserving, and restoring the natural environment of our nation’s major rivers and their watersheds, is thrilled to announce the planting of its two-millionth tree. This significant milestone marks a moment of achievement in the ongoing effort to enhance river ecosystems and support biodiversity.

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (April 16, 2024) — As climate change intensifies, extreme weather — including flooding, droughts, and high temperatures — will affect the quality of life in the Quad Cities, 

DAVENPORT, IOWA (April 11, 2024) — River Action’s Eddy Awards are presented in six categories who have done extraordinary work in the Mississippi River and its riverfront, including its tributaries: Education (innovations, program, curriculum), River Activity (recreation, relaxation), Arts (performance, written word, fine arts), Stewardship (environmental enhancement of the river), Revitalization (commerce, business, industry), and Special Recognition.

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (March 22, 2024) — Augustana College will host a free screening on April 4 of Moved by Waters, a documentary focused on the network of people and organizations in Iowa and Illinois working toward improved water quality.