01 Apr 2026

Quad City Storm Returns to Home Ice Friday, April 3, and Saturday, April 4, to Face the Huntsville Havoc for the Final Two Games

By Brian Rothenberger

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (April 1, 2026) — The Storm split its weekend road series with the Pensacola Ice Flyers, dropping game one Friday and bouncing back for a two/one shoot-out victory Saturday. The win propelled the Storm back into the eighth and final SPHL play-off spot ahead of the final weekend of the regular season. The Storm returns to home ice this weekend to face off against the Huntsville Havoc for the final two games of the regular season.

01 Apr 2026

Iowa Lottery Doubles Down with High Limit Racing’s Return To Iowa

By High Limit Racing

MOORESVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA (April 1, 2026) — When Interstate Batteries High Limit Racing returns to the state of Iowa this summer, Iowa Lottery will ensure there are winners both on and off the race track.

25 Mar 2026

Tour of the Mississippi River Valley (TOMRV) Registration Now Open

By Paul Levesque

DAVENPORT, IOWA (March 25, 2026) — Registration is now open for the Tour of the Mississippi River Valley, a popular and iconic two-day ride sponsored by the Quad Cities Bicycle Club.

03 Mar 2026

Quad City Return to Home Ice Friday, March 6, and Saturday, March 7, to Face Fayetteville Marksmen

By Brian Rothenberger

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (March 3, 2026) — The Storm won two of its three games over the weekend to maintain position in the eighth and final SPHL play-off spot. The team returns to home ice Friday and Saturday to face off against the Fayetteville Marksmen.

Friday’s game is Star Wars Night, featuring specialty Mandalorian themed jerseys and Star Wars characters in costume on the concourse.

23 Feb 2026

Quad City Storm Splitting Its Road Series Versus the Roanoke Railyard Dawgs

By Brian Rothenberger

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (February 23, 2026) — The Quad City Storm split its road series versus the Roanoke Railyard Dawgs in strange fashion. Following an uncharacteristic eight/zip loss on Friday, the Storm answered back with an eight/one win Saturday. Forward Devin Sanders tied an SPHL league record with five goals in the game and now holds the Storm’s single game goal record. Zane Steeves recorded the win in net.

17 Feb 2026

Quad City Steamwheelers Set to Report for Training Camp on February 26; 2026 Season Kicks Off in March

By James Macklin

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (February 17, 2026) — The Quad City Steamwheelers are set to officially begin preparations for the 2026 season as players report to training camp on February 26. With a renewed focus and high expectations, the organization is eager to build toward another exciting year of indoor football in the Quad Cities.

05 Feb 2026

Quad City Storm's Education Day Game Presented by Chick Fil A February 21; Hockey Fights Cancer Ice Painting event at Vibrant Arena February 9

By Brian Rothenberger

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (February 5, 2026) — The Quad City Storm returns to home ice next weekend for the first time in more than three weeks. Thursday, February 12, is the Storm’s Education Day game presented by Chick Fil A of the Quad Cities.

Thousands of elementary school students will fill Vibrant Arena for a 10:30AM puck-drop. Friday, February 13, is the Storm’s annual Hockey Fights Cancer Night presented by UnityPoint Health — Trinity.

02 Feb 2026

Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission (IRGC) Approves Three-Year Contract for Prairie Meadows Mixed Meet

By Jon Moss

ALTOONA, IOWA (February 2, 2026) — The Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission (IRGC) approved a new three-year racing contract on January 15 between Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino, the Iowa Horsemen’s Benevolent and Protective Association (IA HBPA) and the Iowa Quarter Horse Racing Association (IQHRA).

12 Jan 2026

Winter Kids' Camp January 31 + February 1

By The Raptors Report

SOLON, IOWA (January 12, 2026) — Hey kids (and parents!), want to take your soccer skills to the next level? The Raptors' winter Kids' Camp is now open for registration!

You'll get an hour and a half of instruction from your favorite men's and women's Raptors players on the turf at the Alliant Energy Power House.

Each participant will also receive a free Raptors t-shirt, and a ticket to see your new friends play in that night's game!

12 Jan 2026

Quad City Storm Returns to Vibrant Arena January 16 for Country Night, Presented by Birdies for Charity

By Brian Rothenberger

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (January 12, 2026) — The Quad City Storm defeated the Pensacola Ice Flyers Friday and Sunday at Vibrant Arena for their second consecutive series win. The win was also the Storm’s eighth in its last ten games on home ice.

The Storm returns to Vibrant Arena Friday, January 16, for Country Night, presented by Birdies for Charity. The first 1000 fans in attendance receive a free replica jersey and fans can enjoy $1 seltzers throughout the night!

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