https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.orgLoop-worthy star stories with social momentum.en-usWed, 29 Jul 2026 11:25:35 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/select-walgreens-in-scott-county-getting-one-time-allocation-of-covid-.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/select-walgreens-in-scott-county-getting-one-time-allocation-of-covid-.htmlThe State of Iowa is redistributing unused COVID-19 vaccines from the Long-Term Care Pharmacy Partnership to select Walgreens in select counties in the state, including Scott County. This one-time …...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:56:36 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/review-new-christmas-carol-very-affecting.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/review-new-christmas-carol-very-affecting.htmlOne of the great things about great art is it can be both comfortingly familiar and sturdy, and an exciting source of reinterpretation. That’s certainly been the case with the immortal, always time…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:32:47 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/siouxland-man-accused-of-using-homemade-chloroform-to-kidnap-ex-girlfr.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/siouxland-man-accused-of-using-homemade-chloroform-to-kidnap-ex-girlfr.htmlA man accused of using homemade chloroform to kidnap his ex-girlfriend on June 3 has pleaded not guilty....Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:08:59 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/assumption-wins-it-ot-will-play-for-state-championship-friday-at-5.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/assumption-wins-it-ot-will-play-for-state-championship-friday-at-5.htmlThe Assumption Knights beat Decorah 61-53 in overtime to advance to the State Championship game which will be at 5:00 on March 8....Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:59:14 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/recession-has-struck-some-of-the-world-s-top-economies-the-us-keeps-de.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/recession-has-struck-some-of-the-world-s-top-economies-the-us-keeps-de.htmlNEW YORK (AP) — As some of the world’s biggest economies stumble into recession, the United States keeps chugging along. Both Japan and the United Kingdom said Thursday their economies likely weake…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:54:01 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/mercer-county-senior-center-could-close-without-state-funding.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/mercer-county-senior-center-could-close-without-state-funding.htmlFinancial problems could force the Mercer County Senior Citizen Center to close in a matter of weeks. Nov. 1 is the close date, if no funding is received by the state of Illinois. A shutdown could …...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:21:14 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/final-four-newcomers-grab-your-name-tag-at-the-door.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/final-four-newcomers-grab-your-name-tag-at-the-door.htmlEveryone’s heard of UConn. All these other guys? They’ll need name tags at the Final Four. When they travel to Houston next week to play for the national title, Florida Atlantic, San Di…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:01:26 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/jack-link-039-s-r-and-frito-lay-unite-for-an-iconic-collaboration-crea.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/jack-link-039-s-r-and-frito-lay-unite-for-an-iconic-collaboration-crea.htmlBold New Flavors will be unveiled via a #FlavorRevealContest – a twist on the gender reveal – offering daring snackers a chance to win epic prizes PLANO, Texas, April 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In a first-of-its-kind mash-up, Jack Link's and Frito-Lay are combining Jack Link's high-quality me...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:00:51 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/loss-to-illinois-puts-hawkeyes-tourney-hopes-almost-out-of-reach.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/loss-to-illinois-puts-hawkeyes-tourney-hopes-almost-out-of-reach.htmlTerrence Shannon Jr. scored 25 points, Quincy Guerrier had 14 points and 13 rebounds, and No. 12 Illinois beat Iowa 73-61 on Sunday. The Illini (23-8, 14-6 Big Ten) built a big early lead, then pul…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:24:36 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/peoria-man-pleads-guilty-to-making-false-statements-to-get-covid-19-re.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/peoria-man-pleads-guilty-to-making-false-statements-to-get-covid-19-re.htmlPEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — A Peoria man pleaded guilty Thursday to allegations he improperly received COVID-relief money through the Paycheck Protection Program. In March, Shon Smith, 33, was char…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:08:32 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/amazon-s-secret-home-finds-storefront-has-all-the-cozy-goods-for-winte.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/amazon-s-secret-home-finds-storefront-has-all-the-cozy-goods-for-winte.htmlMake your home as cozy as possible with Amazon’s secret “home finds” storefront....Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:07:33 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/what-you-could-buy-in-the-quad-cities-with-the-lottery-jackpot.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/what-you-could-buy-in-the-quad-cities-with-the-lottery-jackpot.htmlIn the Quad Cities, the estimated $900-million Powerball jackpot could buy more than you could ever need.  ...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 11:43:52 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/qc-murder-suspect-transferred-from-one-jail-to-another-set-to-appear-i.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/qc-murder-suspect-transferred-from-one-jail-to-another-set-to-appear-i.htmlA 28-year-old Rock Island man who faces a charge of first-degree murder is set for a preliminary hearing in Scott County Court on Jan. 21. Lance Montell Johnson Jr also faces a charge of possession…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 11:41:33 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/pigs-need-space-supreme-court-rejects-challenge-to-pork-law.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/pigs-need-space-supreme-court-rejects-challenge-to-pork-law.htmlThe Supreme Court on Thursday rejected a challenge to a California animal cruelty law that affects the pork industry, ruling that the case was properly dismissed by lower courts. Pork producers had…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 11:04:37 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/data-guru-nate-silver-to-leave-abc.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/data-guru-nate-silver-to-leave-abc.htmlData journalist and political prognosticator Nate Silver will soon leave ABC and the popular FiveThirtyEight blog he created....Wed, 29 Jul 2026 10:55:31 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/trial-for-iowans-charged-in-january-6th-attack-starts-this-week.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/trial-for-iowans-charged-in-january-6th-attack-starts-this-week.htmlWASHINGTON, D.C. – Two central Iowans will go on trial this week for charges tied to the attack on the U.S. Capitol on January 6th, 2021. The mother-son duo, Deborah and Salvador Sandoval Jr., opte…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 10:52:51 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/mendota-teachers-strike-ends-school-board-and-union-come-to-terms.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/mendota-teachers-strike-ends-school-board-and-union-come-to-terms.htmlMENDOTA, Ill — After eight consecutive school days being canceled for students in District 289, the teachers’ union and the school board came to terms and made an agreement to end the te…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 10:18:38 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/controversial-religious-freedom-bill-passes-iowa-senate.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/controversial-religious-freedom-bill-passes-iowa-senate.htmlA controversial bill regarding religious freedom passed the Iowa State Senate. Democrats say the Republican effort could violate the Iowa Civil Rights Act, and all Democrats voted against the chang…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 10:17:12 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/rock-island-discusses-urban-chickens.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/rock-island-discusses-urban-chickens.htmlRock Island City Council started talking about an ordinance allowing backyard chickens tonight....Wed, 29 Jul 2026 09:53:28 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/st-louis-couple-who-confronted-protesters-back-in-court.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/st-louis-couple-who-confronted-protesters-back-in-court.htmlST. LOUIS (AP) — A St. Louis couple accused of waving guns at racial injustice protesters last summer are due back in court Friday, when a judge will consider whether to send the case back to a gra…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 09:25:06 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/clay-county-fair-in-spencer-iowa-announces-grandstand-event-line-up.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/clay-county-fair-in-spencer-iowa-announces-grandstand-event-line-up.htmlThe Clay County Fair has announced eight nights of Grandstand performances....Wed, 29 Jul 2026 09:19:32 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/biden-administration-renews-demand-for-texas-to-allow-border-patrol-to.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/biden-administration-renews-demand-for-texas-to-allow-border-patrol-to.htmlMcALLEN, Texas (AP) — A clash between Texas and the Biden administration over immigration enforcement showed no signs of easing Wednesday as federal officials renewed demands for the state to give …...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 09:10:59 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/knox-county-health-department-receives-hhs-grant-for-clinic-services.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/knox-county-health-department-receives-hhs-grant-for-clinic-services.htmlThe Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently announced over $4 million in federal grants have been allocated for public health services in central and northwestern Illinois. Locally, …...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 09:10:44 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/philadelphia-phillies-scrapping-1-hot-dog-nights-over-unruly-fan-behav.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/philadelphia-phillies-scrapping-1-hot-dog-nights-over-unruly-fan-behav.htmlFor more than a quarter-century, Phillies fans considered dollar hot dog night among the best ballpark promotions — but the team has now decided it was the wurst....Wed, 29 Jul 2026 09:05:26 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/breaking-down-usher-039-s-top-streamed-songs-on-spotify-ahead-of-his-s.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/breaking-down-usher-039-s-top-streamed-songs-on-spotify-ahead-of-his-s.htmlAs the San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs roll into Las Vegas to prepare for the Super Bowl game on Sunday, Usher is also preparing for his own peak career moment — headlining the hig…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 08:50:58 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/a-tale-of-two-quarterbacks.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/a-tale-of-two-quarterbacks.htmlBoth quarterbacks know that there are so many distractions out there, including the fact that they’re playing in a Vegas Super Bowl for the first time....Wed, 29 Jul 2026 07:56:36 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/illinois-supreme-court-halts-elimination-of-cash-bail-in-safe-t-act.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/illinois-supreme-court-halts-elimination-of-cash-bail-in-safe-t-act.htmlThe Illinois Supreme Court has halted the elimination of cash bail that was set to take effect January 1. The high court says it ordered the stay to maintain consistent pretrial procedures througho…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 07:06:00 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/bank-robbery-suspects-identified-ourquadcities.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/bank-robbery-suspects-identified-ourquadcities.htmlThe Davenport and Rock Island Police Departments were involved as two robbery suspects were tracked down and arrested in Davenport. On Thursday, April 7 at approximately 1:47 p.m., the Gas and Elec…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 06:59:00 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/bhc-receives-the-largest-monetary-donation-of-1-million-from-alumni-bo.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/bhc-receives-the-largest-monetary-donation-of-1-million-from-alumni-bo.htmlBlack Hawk College announced the historic donation of $1 million it has received on Tuesday morning. The donation, made by the Bob and Blenda Ontiveros Fund at the Quad Cities Community Foundation,…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 06:35:46 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/monmouth-college-helps-boy-scouts-learn-photography-other-skills-at-me.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/monmouth-college-helps-boy-scouts-learn-photography-other-skills-at-me.htmlMonmouth College hosted hundreds of Boy Scouts looking to sharpen their photography and learn about new skills yesterday. “I was on a boat with family and friends, and I took pictures of my a…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 06:19:29 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/general-motors-and-stellantis-in-talks-with-united-auto-workers-to-rea.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/general-motors-and-stellantis-in-talks-with-united-auto-workers-to-rea.htmlDETROIT (AP) — General Motors and Jeep maker Stellantis are meeting with United Auto Workers bargainers Thursday to see if they can reach a contract agreement that mirrors a deal signed with crosst…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 06:08:39 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/whiteside-county-named-one-of-america-s-healthiest-counties.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/whiteside-county-named-one-of-america-s-healthiest-counties.htmlThe Annual Healthiest Communities rankings were released on June 29, and Whiteside County has been recognized as one of the Healthiest Counties in America. The rankings, published by U.S. News &amp…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 05:41:47 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/arm-holdings-shares-gain-nearly-25-in-biggest-initial-public-offering-.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/arm-holdings-shares-gain-nearly-25-in-biggest-initial-public-offering-.htmlNEW YORK (AP) — Shares of U.K. chip designer Arm Holdings rose almost 25% in their stock market debut, in the largest initial public offering of shares in nearly two years. The shares opened at $56…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 05:37:04 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/defendants-answer-lawsuit-in-fatal-officer-involved-shooting-in-davenp.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/defendants-answer-lawsuit-in-fatal-officer-involved-shooting-in-davenp.htmlA response to a lawsuit from the family of a man shot and killed by a Davenport Police Officer in 2021 has been filed in U. S. District Court. Nicole Klum, individually and as administrator of the …...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 05:33:30 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/state-grant-helps-knox-county-park-expand.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/state-grant-helps-knox-county-park-expand.htmlEight Illinois communities will split almost $2.4 million in grants to increase access to outdoor recreation. The grants come from the National Park Service’s Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 05:26:08 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/input-sought-for-rock-island-library-survey.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/input-sought-for-rock-island-library-survey.htmlThe Rock Island Public Library is creating a new strategic plan for 2025 to 2028, and wants your input about library services, needs, and community priorities. The online community survey is open u…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 05:19:22 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/making-history-and-breaking-barriers.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/making-history-and-breaking-barriers.htmlIn the heart of Downtown Rock Island, our newest Local 4 News reporter Tahera Rahman is making history and breaking barriers....Wed, 29 Jul 2026 04:29:04 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/us-marks-slowest-population-growth-since-the-depression.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/us-marks-slowest-population-growth-since-the-depression.htmlWASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. population growth has slowed to the lowest rate since the Great Depression, the Census Bureau said, as Americans continued their march to the South and West and one-time engi…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 04:17:41 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/darius-rucker-coming-to-dubuque-in-july.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/darius-rucker-coming-to-dubuque-in-july.htmlQ Casino in Dubuque has announced country music artist Darius Rucker will play the Back Waters Stage on Thursday, July 13 during the 2023 Summer Concert Series as part of his “Starting Fires&…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 03:51:58 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/a-woman-shot-with-a-crossbow-and-a-priest-stabbed-in-a-rectory-shake-a.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/a-woman-shot-with-a-crossbow-and-a-priest-stabbed-in-a-rectory-shake-a.htmlFORT CALHOUN, Neb. (AP) — The grisly killings of a retiree and then a priest has shocked everyone in tiny Fort Calhoun, Nebraska, including Sheriff Mike Robinson. He’s lived in the community just n…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 03:40:21 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/rupert-murdoch-92-plans-to-marry-for-5th-time.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/rupert-murdoch-92-plans-to-marry-for-5th-time.htmlMedia magnate Rupert Murdoch, who turns 93 next week, has been married four times — and is engaged again, his representative said Saturday. He plans to marry Elena Zhukova, 67, a Russian-born retir…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 03:27:18 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/larson-scores-first-slmr-hoker-trucking-east-series-victory.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/larson-scores-first-slmr-hoker-trucking-east-series-victory.htmlJeff “Bone” Larson captured his first SLMR Hoker Trucking East Series feature win Saturday, at Maquoketa Speedway. Larson took the race lead just before the hallway point, when race leader Jake Nea…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 03:22:04 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/drugmaker-abbvie-to-spend-over-10b-on-immunogen-to-juice-its-cancer-fi.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/drugmaker-abbvie-to-spend-over-10b-on-immunogen-to-juice-its-cancer-fi.htmlAbbVie will pay around $10 billion to add a potential blockbuster cancer treatment as cheaper versions of the drugmaker’s all-time best seller, Humira, cut into sales. But company leaders cautioned…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 02:49:17 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/vote-for-fahgo-rock-falls-k9-to-win-grant.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/vote-for-fahgo-rock-falls-k9-to-win-grant.htmlThe Rock Falls Police Department has been nominated for Aftermath Bioremediation’s annual K-9 grant. Aftermath is offering awards up to $15,000 to police departments in support of their K9 programs…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 02:40:15 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/man-to-plead-guilty-in-killing-spree-of-eagles-and-other-birds-for-the.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/man-to-plead-guilty-in-killing-spree-of-eagles-and-other-birds-for-the.htmlFederal prosecutors say the man and others killed about 3,600 birds during a yearslong “killing spree.”...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 02:35:27 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/davenport-nonprofit-honored-by-royal-neighbors.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/davenport-nonprofit-honored-by-royal-neighbors.htmlRoyal Neighbors of America, a fraternal benefit society based in Rock Island, last week honored Ann Schwickerath — executive director of nonprofit Project Renewal — with a Nation of Nei…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 02:29:23 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/big-winter-storm-possible-tuesday-in-the-quad-cities.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/big-winter-storm-possible-tuesday-in-the-quad-cities.htmlFRIDAY NIGHT UPDATE: There are no significant changes to the forecast for Monday into Tuesday. We’re still looking at rain going over to snow Monday evening and continuing Tuesday. Winds will…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 02:12:18 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/why-you-should-stop-texting-your-kids-at-school.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/why-you-should-stop-texting-your-kids-at-school.htmlVirginia high school teacher Joe Clement keeps track of the text messages parents have sent students sitting in his economics and government classes: — “What did you get on your test?” — “Did you g…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 02:01:07 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/fran-mccaffery-becomes-winningest-coach-in-hawkeyes-history.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/fran-mccaffery-becomes-winningest-coach-in-hawkeyes-history.htmlBen Krikke scored 25 points, Josh Dix, who got the start in place of an injured Patrick McCaffery, added 21 points and Iowa beat Minnesota 86-77 on Monday night to make Fran McCaffery the winninges…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 01:52:41 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/pleasant-valley-school-board-member-can-intervene-in-recount-case-cour.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/pleasant-valley-school-board-member-can-intervene-in-recount-case-cour.htmlUPDATE: Pleasant Valley School Board Member Jameson Smith, in records filed electronically on Jan. 8, filed a “motion to intervene” as a defendant. The motion was accepted Feb. 1, court records sho…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 01:50:56 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/string-of-break-ins-in-port-byron-has-business-owners-shaken.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/string-of-break-ins-in-port-byron-has-business-owners-shaken.htmlRecent break-ins around Port Byron have some business owners a bit shaken. It’s happened to several restaurants in the past few weeks–including three on Main Street. Kevin Kernan’…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 01:48:33 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/lone-star-039-actor-tyler-sanders-died-from-fentanyl-overdose-los-ange.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/lone-star-039-actor-tyler-sanders-died-from-fentanyl-overdose-los-ange.htmlThe 18-year-old, whose credits include “9-1-1: Lone Star” and “Fear the Walking Dead,” was found dead in June....Wed, 29 Jul 2026 00:55:21 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/thomson-prison-staff-learn-about-major-post-holiday-pay-cut.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/thomson-prison-staff-learn-about-major-post-holiday-pay-cut.htmlThomson Prison staff learned Monday that the retention pay employees have received since 2022 will be discontinued at the end of December, resulting in a major pay cut just after the holidays. &#82…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 00:43:08 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/spencer-petras-responds-to-critics-you-guys-had-us-dead-two-weeks-ago.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/spencer-petras-responds-to-critics-you-guys-had-us-dead-two-weeks-ago.htmlIowa head coach Kirk Ferentz loves talking about “complementary football,” which essentially refers to cohesion between the offense, defense and special teams. There hasn’t been a…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 00:30:26 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/oregon-high-court-says-10-gop-state-senators-who-staged-long-walkout-c.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/oregon-high-court-says-10-gop-state-senators-who-staged-long-walkout-c.htmlSALEM, Ore. (AP) — The Oregon Supreme Court said Thursday that 10 Republican state senators who staged a record-long walkout last year to stall bills on abortion, transgender health care and gun ri…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 00:00:14 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/german-fest-back-in-downtown-davenport.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/german-fest-back-in-downtown-davenport.htmlFor its second year, German Fest returns to downtown Davenport this Saturday, Oct. 21, from noon to 8 p.m., at Kaiserslautern Square (K-Square), 119. E. 3rd St. Co-produced by the Downtown Davenpor…...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 23:43:11 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/ftc-turbotax-maker-deceived-customers-with-free-services.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/ftc-turbotax-maker-deceived-customers-with-free-services.htmlThe Federal Trade Commission (FTC) ruled on Monday that the maker of TurboTax is deceiving customers when it claims a version its online tax filing software is free, when most customers would have …...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 23:18:04 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/alabama-man-shook-violently-on-gurney-during-first-ever-nitrogen-gas-e.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/alabama-man-shook-violently-on-gurney-during-first-ever-nitrogen-gas-e.htmlATMORE, Ala. (AP) — A man put to death using nitrogen gas shook and convulsed for minutes on the gurney as Alabama carried out the first-of-its-kind execution that has ignited debate over the human…...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 23:12:03 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/qcsportsnet-com-adds-alleman-sports-drops-mac.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/qcsportsnet-com-adds-alleman-sports-drops-mac.htmlQCSportsNet.com, the Quad Cities’ home of live high school sports play-by-play and Quad City Storm professional hockey, is expanding their coverage in the Illinois-Quad Cities by adding full-season…...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 22:53:45 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/wierenga-039-s-heritage-canyon-christmas-walk.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/wierenga-039-s-heritage-canyon-christmas-walk.htmlStep back in time and share the nostalgia of an old-fashioned Christmas. Heritage canyon, located in the small town of Fulton, Illinois, will bring the past to life during their annual Christmas wa…...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 22:35:45 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/thousands-of-voters-in-alabama-district-drawn-to-boost-black-political.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/thousands-of-voters-in-alabama-district-drawn-to-boost-black-political.htmlMONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — More than 6,000 voters in a newly formed congressional district drawn to heighten Black voting power in Alabama received postcards with incorrect voting information ahead of…...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 22:35:00 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/german-american-center-starts-new-endowment.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/german-american-center-starts-new-endowment.htmlThe German American Heritage Center & Museum has a new endowment, thanks in part to the Moline Regional Community Foundation. This past September, the former Moline Foundation announced their r…...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 22:12:45 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/taxslayer-center-has-new-name-vibrant-arena-at-the-mark.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/taxslayer-center-has-new-name-vibrant-arena-at-the-mark.htmlThe TaxSlayer Center has a new name – the Vibrant Arena at The MARK. The Illinois Quad City Civic Center Authority announced the name change on August 18 on their Facebook page. The newly renamed h…...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 20:59:16 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/galesburg-chooses-new-city-manager.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/galesburg-chooses-new-city-manager.htmlThe Galesburg City Council has chosen Eric Hanson to fill the role of Galesburg City Manager, and it is anticipated that an employment agreement will be on the Oct. 2, 2023 City Council agenda. Han…...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 20:53:40 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/group-o-quad-cities-community-mourns-loss-of-robert-ontiveros.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/group-o-quad-cities-community-mourns-loss-of-robert-ontiveros.htmlMilan-based Group O announced today the death of its founder and chairman, Robert Ontiveros, who passed away Tuesday at age 83. In 1974, Bob and Blenda Ontiveros founded Bi-State Packaging selling …...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 20:37:48 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/disparities-persist-60-years-after-passage-of-civil-rights-act-report-.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/disparities-persist-60-years-after-passage-of-civil-rights-act-report-.htmlBlack Americans have made significant advancements in the 60 years since the passage of the Civil Rights Act, but economic, educational and voting rights disparities persist, according to a report …...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 20:10:28 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/ballet-quad-cities-brings-love-stories-back-to-outing-club-feb-11-12.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/ballet-quad-cities-brings-love-stories-back-to-outing-club-feb-11-12.htmlThe professional company Ballet Quad Cities will offer “Love Stories” in three performances Feb. 11-12, at the Outing Club, 2109 Brady St., Davenport. The Valentine’s-themed program will feat…...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 20:00:31 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/dream-2nd-year-standout-rhyne-howard-aims-to-be-wnba-s-next-generation.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/dream-2nd-year-standout-rhyne-howard-aims-to-be-wnba-s-next-generation.htmlCOLLEGE PARK, Ga. (AP) — Rhyne Howard isn’t willing to rest on her first-year WNBA honors with the Atlanta Dream. Howard was an All-Star and Rookie of the Year after being the No. 1 overall p…...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 19:08:07 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/vanderbilt-k-fuller-becomes-first-woman-to-play-in-power-5.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/vanderbilt-k-fuller-becomes-first-woman-to-play-in-power-5.htmlCOLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — Sarah Fuller was playing around with a teammate a couple months ago when she kicked a soccer ball through the uprights from 45 yards away. She joked about being able to kick a …...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:44:01 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/pritzker-idot-award-grants-to-quad-city-region-projects.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/pritzker-idot-award-grants-to-quad-city-region-projects.htmlGov. JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) on Friday announced that $127.9 million has been awarded through the Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program (ITEP) to expa…...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:39:38 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/grace-boffeli-previews-hoops-of-the-heartland-tournament-at-vibrant-ar.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/grace-boffeli-previews-hoops-of-the-heartland-tournament-at-vibrant-ar.htmlNorth Scott alum and current Northern Iowa center, Grace Boffeli previews the Hoops of the Heartland Tournament that starts Thursday at Vibrant Panthers. Boffeli and the Panthers open play Friday a…...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:29:37 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/celebrate-lucia-nights-at-historic-bishop-hill.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/celebrate-lucia-nights-at-historic-bishop-hill.htmlHistoric Bishop Hill invites you celebrate the Festival of Lights at Lucia Nights! This Swedish tradition of Lucia Nights is based on a legend of Saint Lucia, Queen of Light. Featuring Lucia Girls …...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:19:40 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/davenport-leaders-swing-85k-towards-inclusive-playground-at-vander-vee.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/davenport-leaders-swing-85k-towards-inclusive-playground-at-vander-vee.htmlA Davenport grandmother is celebrating a big win for a special cause. ...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:57:24 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/usher-married-longtime-girlfriend-after-super-bowl-in-las-vegas-record.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/usher-married-longtime-girlfriend-after-super-bowl-in-las-vegas-record.htmlUsher and longtime partner Jenn Goicoechea married in Las Vegas just hours after the R&B superstar’s headline appearance at the Super Bowl halftime show, according to officials and docume…...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:48:52 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/rock-island-county-board-member-angie-normoyle-seeks-to-succeed-bustos.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/rock-island-county-board-member-angie-normoyle-seeks-to-succeed-bustos.htmlEducator and Rock Island County Board member Angie Normoyle today announced her campaign for U.S. Congress from the proposed Central and Northwest Illinois-based 17th District. The seat is currentl…...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:46:15 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/rock-island-county-health-department-schedules-vaccine-clinics.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/rock-island-county-health-department-schedules-vaccine-clinics.htmlThe Rock Island County Health Department finally has a limited supply of Pfizer COVID vaccine, but the department has not received Moderna vaccines for ages 12 and older, according to a Thursday re…...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:43:03 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/a-new-jersey-city-that-limited-street-parking-hasn-t-had-a-traffic-dea.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/a-new-jersey-city-that-limited-street-parking-hasn-t-had-a-traffic-dea.htmlStreet parking was already scarce in Hoboken, New Jersey, when the death of an elderly pedestrian spurred city leaders to remove even more spaces in a bid to end traffic fatalities. For seven years…...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:42:41 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/muscatine-s-public-library-has-a-new-director.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/muscatine-s-public-library-has-a-new-director.htmlThe Musser Public Library in Muscatine now has a new director. The Board of Trustees named Robert A. Fiedler III as Library Director during its July 27 board meeting. Fiedler has served as the inte…...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:33:25 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/rock-island-football-coach-ben-hammer-leaves-for-florida-job.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/rock-island-football-coach-ben-hammer-leaves-for-florida-job.htmlRock Island High School football coach Ben Hammer announced on social media Wednesday that he is resigning to take a job in Florida. “I will forever be thankful to every person I have shared …...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:31:26 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/what-is-ecowas-and-why-have-3-coup-hit-nations-quit-the-west-africa-bl.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/what-is-ecowas-and-why-have-3-coup-hit-nations-quit-the-west-africa-bl.htmlABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — Monthslong tension between three coup-hit countries in West Africa and the regional bloc known as ECOWAS boiled over when the nations announced their immediate withdrawal from…...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:30:59 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/arte-americas-a-place-rich-in-culture.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/arte-americas-a-place-rich-in-culture.htmlFrom the moment you walk in, every corner of Arte Americas catches your eye....Tue, 28 Jul 2026 16:49:55 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/one-love-receives-more-love-at-the-box-office-claiming-no-1-spot-for-s.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/one-love-receives-more-love-at-the-box-office-claiming-no-1-spot-for-s.htmlLOS ANGELES (AP) — For a second straight week, biopic “ Bob Marley: One Love ” continues to exceed expectations by claiming the No. 1 spot at the box office, overcoming two debut films and Sony&#82…...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 16:39:56 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/carrie-underwood-to-play-moline-in-november.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/carrie-underwood-to-play-moline-in-november.htmlEight-time Grammy winner and three-time ACM Entertainer of the Year, Carrie Underwood will bring her new “Denim & Rhinestones Tour” to Moline’s TaxSlayer Center on Nov. 12, 20…...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 15:57:23 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/larry-hogan-rules-out-maryland-senate-bid-dishing-blow-to-gop.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/larry-hogan-rules-out-maryland-senate-bid-dishing-blow-to-gop.htmlFormer Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan (R) ruled out a 2024 Senate bid Tuesday, depriving Republicans of a candidate with a proven record of winning statewide elections in the Old Line State. Hogan was a…...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 15:56:36 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/honor-guard-fires-off-three-rounds-and-preserves-the-shell-casings-to-.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/honor-guard-fires-off-three-rounds-and-preserves-the-shell-casings-to-.htmlAt a funeral for veterans the seven members of the Honor Guard fire off three rounds of shots. Honor Guard Captain, Dennis Johnson said that the shell casings are preserved and given to the family …...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 14:37:16 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/river-bend-food-bank-receives-24-000-from-qca-farmers.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/river-bend-food-bank-receives-24-000-from-qca-farmers.htmlA Quad-City food bank that helps feed those in need received a large donation from local farmers. Quad-City farmers donated around $24,000 to the River Bend Food Bank through the Bushels for Hunger…...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 14:21:35 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/iowa-bill-approved-to-protect-unborn-person.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/iowa-bill-approved-to-protect-unborn-person.htmlIowa Republican lawmakers approved a bill to protect an ‘unborn person.’ The bill changes the language in current Iowa unborn person to create penalties for the termination of a human p…...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 14:20:09 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/kids-again-mlb-makes-strides-in-attracting-younger-fans-ticket-buyers-.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/kids-again-mlb-makes-strides-in-attracting-younger-fans-ticket-buyers-.htmlPHILADELPHIA (AP) — Bryce Harper wants to get to Cooperstown. Sure, what baseball player, especially a two-time NL MVP such as Harper, doesn’t dream of induction into the Hall of Fame. But Harper’s…...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 14:19:55 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/aclu-others-celebrate-federal-ruling-on-iowa-mask-mandate-in-schools.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/aclu-others-celebrate-federal-ruling-on-iowa-mask-mandate-in-schools.htmlThe U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit on Tuesday ruled that the Rehab Act requires schools to impose universal masking rules where necessary, to ensure students with disabilities have ac…...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 14:08:35 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/all-57-super-bowl-rings-featured-on-las-vegas-sphere-whbf-ourquadcitie.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/all-57-super-bowl-rings-featured-on-las-vegas-sphere-whbf-ourquadcitie.htmlImages released Friday show the newest addition to the Las Vegas skyline, Sphere, displaying all 57 NFL championship rings on its massive 580,000 square foot "Exosphere" just days before Super Bowl LVIII kicks off in the entertainment capital in the world for the first time ever....Tue, 28 Jul 2026 13:52:32 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/most-humid-city-in-il-isn-t-what-you-think.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/most-humid-city-in-il-isn-t-what-you-think.htmlYou don’t have to be outside very long on a scorching day before somebody says, “it’s not the heat, it’s the humidity!” If you want to avoid the humidity, where should you live? The team at House M…...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 13:25:53 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/how-gyms-in-the-qca-are-preparing-over-coronavirus-concerns.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/how-gyms-in-the-qca-are-preparing-over-coronavirus-concerns.htmlA lot of gyms are paying attention to the threat with so many members coming and going to work out. Gym owners say wiping down surfaces is happening more often. With staff even placing signs to enc…...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 13:22:51 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/trump-musical-about-ex-wives-stormy-daniels-debuts-in-new-york.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/trump-musical-about-ex-wives-stormy-daniels-debuts-in-new-york.htmlA parody musical centered on former President Trump and some of the well-known women in his life is hitting the off-Broadway stage in New York City this month....Tue, 28 Jul 2026 13:22:19 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/what-will-be-on-sphere-in-las-vegas-during-the-super-bowl-whbf-ourquad.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/what-will-be-on-sphere-in-las-vegas-during-the-super-bowl-whbf-ourquad.htmlMany throughout the world are curious as to what will be projected on the massive Sphere's Exosphere during the Super Bowl in one week's time. On Sunday, we received a sneak preview of what to expect from the newest addition to the Las Vegas skyline....Tue, 28 Jul 2026 12:53:05 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/help-king-s-harvest-shelter-davenport-with-kitten-shower.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/help-king-s-harvest-shelter-davenport-with-kitten-shower.htmlA “kitten shower” will be noon-4 p.m. Saturday at King’s Harvest Pet Rescue, 2504 W. Central Park Ave., Davenport, a news release says. The goal of this event is to generate donat…...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 12:52:08 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/burlington-man-sentenced-for-possession-of-child-sexual-assault-materi.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/burlington-man-sentenced-for-possession-of-child-sexual-assault-materi.htmlA Burlington man has been sentenced to federal prison for possession of child pornography. Donald Dale Ping, 53, was sentenced on January 23 to 60 months or five years in federal prison for possess…...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 12:32:02 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/bikes-for-tykes-helps-toys-for-tots-give-bicycles.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/bikes-for-tykes-helps-toys-for-tots-give-bicycles.htmlBikes are often considered a staple of childhood, and a Quad-City group is working with Toys of Tots to help kids who ask for a bicycle from Santa get one. Tina Anderson with the Quad Cities Bicycl…...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 12:17:40 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/22-year-old-woman-killed-in-clinton-county-accident.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/22-year-old-woman-killed-in-clinton-county-accident.htmlA 22-year-old Clinton woman was killed in a single-vehicle accident Aug. 29, 2023. On Aug. 29 at 11:14 p.m., Clinton County Communications Center received a 911 call reporting a single vehicle roll…...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 12:12:20 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/qc-celebrities-scott-beck-bryan-woods.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/qc-celebrities-scott-beck-bryan-woods.htmlWe sat down with Writers, Directors, and QC Natives Scott Beck and Bryan Woods to talk about their upcoming film that is hitting the big screen. For more information visit beckwoods.com...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 12:10:53 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/free-drop-in-yoga-starting-in-moline.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/free-drop-in-yoga-starting-in-moline.htmlThe city of Moline on Wednesday announced it’s expanding the partnership with Yoga with Daina Marie to offer Drop-In Yoga this winter. You can relax and de-stress with free, indoor yoga class…...Tue, 28 Jul 2026 11:43:10 -0400