https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.orgLoop-worthy star stories with social momentum.en-usSat, 25 Jul 2026 11:21:27 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/hurts-donut-co-qc-location-to-open-this-fall.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/hurts-donut-co-qc-location-to-open-this-fall.htmlAnother new donut shop set a date for its grand opening in the Quad Cities today....Sat, 25 Jul 2026 15:13:45 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/land-of-smiles-teaches-kids-good-brushing-habits-the-fun-way.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/land-of-smiles-teaches-kids-good-brushing-habits-the-fun-way.htmlIf you have kids, you probably know how challenging it can be when it comes to keeping a healthy mouth, but a group is lending a hand to help teach the importance of good brushing habits. Captain S…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 14:57:53 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/unions-oppose-plan-to-move-nba-nhl-teams-to-northern-virginia-another-.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/unions-oppose-plan-to-move-nba-nhl-teams-to-northern-virginia-another-.htmlRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Influential labor groups announced Tuesday they are opposing efforts to move two professional sports franchises from the nation’s capital to northern Virginia, citing in …...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 14:12:02 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/live-updates-packers-at-lions.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/live-updates-packers-at-lions.htmlDETROIT – The injury-plagued Green Bay Packers (4-6) will battle the NFC North-leading Detroit Lions (8-2) on Thursday at Ford Field. Follow along all day for updates.The Big StoryThe big story this week was that rookie tight end Luke Musgrave suffered an injured kidney, was hospitalized and then pl...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 14:11:02 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/furry-friends-friday-qc-paws.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/furry-friends-friday-qc-paws.htmlIt’s Furry Friends Friday, where we introduce you to an adoptable animal and offer pet care tips. Today we’re focusing on how to find the right animal, and the right breed, for your family. To see …...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 14:09:54 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/bent-river-brewing-company-be-our-guest.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/bent-river-brewing-company-be-our-guest.htmlA great place to hang out and relax after a long week is Bent River Brewing. We are back for another Be Our Guest segment here on Living Local. Nick Bowes, Owner of Bent River Brewing, and Cameron …...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 13:51:42 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/mimi-039-s-burger-boat-sinks-in-mississippi-river.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/mimi-039-s-burger-boat-sinks-in-mississippi-river.htmlDean and Sonya Otte had retirement dreams of turning Mimi’s Burger Boat into a reality. ...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 13:51:29 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/home-improvement-with-moline-development-corporation.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/home-improvement-with-moline-development-corporation.htmlExecutive Director Jinnel Choiniere was here to talk about how the Moline Community Development Corporation is offering a series of workshops to help people make affordable home improvements. For m…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 12:40:43 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/fewer-birds-seen-in-apple-river-on-big-bird-day.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/fewer-birds-seen-in-apple-river-on-big-bird-day.htmlSept. 9 was Fall Big Bird Day for Terrence J. Ingram, president and executive director of Eagle Nature Foundation, Apple River, a news release says. This event was started many years ago as Ingram …...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 12:28:20 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/los-angeles-records-475-mudslides-during-historic-storm-that-has-drenc.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/los-angeles-records-475-mudslides-during-historic-storm-that-has-drenc.htmlLOS ANGELES (AP) — One of the wettest storms in Southern California history unleashed at least 475 mudslides in the Los Angeles area after dumping more than half the amount of rainfall the city typ…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 12:05:40 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/california-gov-gavin-newsom-vetoes-bill-that-would-have-decriminalized.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/california-gov-gavin-newsom-vetoes-bill-that-would-have-decriminalized.htmlSACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California Gov. Gavin Newsom has vetoed a bill aimed at decriminalizing the possession and personal use of several hallucinogens, including psychedelic mushrooms. The legi…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 12:01:10 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/explosive-fire-at-site-housing-vaping-supplies-kills-1-outside-detroit.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/explosive-fire-at-site-housing-vaping-supplies-kills-1-outside-detroit.htmlCLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. (AP) — A fire that destroyed a building which housed supplies for the vaping industry caused multiple explosions that killed one person and injured a firefighter as the blas…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 11:34:18 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/betts-will-not-receive-all-money-from-dodgers-until-2044.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/betts-will-not-receive-all-money-from-dodgers-until-2044.htmlMookie Betts will not receive all of his money from his $365 million, 12-year contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers until he is approaching his 52nd birthday in 2044, according to contract details …...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 11:28:07 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/kamala-harris-039-local-sorority-sisters-celebrate-with-pearls-and-chu.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/kamala-harris-039-local-sorority-sisters-celebrate-with-pearls-and-chu.htmlKamala Harris made history as the first female vice president, and first African and Asian American woman to be sworn in.  In the Quad Cities, her local sorority sisters are celebrating. …...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 10:05:21 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/hawkeyes-caitlin-clark-wins-naismith-player-of-the-year-award.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/hawkeyes-caitlin-clark-wins-naismith-player-of-the-year-award.htmlIowa’s Caitlin Clark was awarded the Naismith Trophy on Wednesday, becoming only the third Hawkeye to earn the honor after Megan Gustafson in 2019 and Luka Garza in 2021.  The award has been g…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 10:02:55 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/border-bill-supporters-combat-misleading-claims-that-it-would-let-in-m.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/border-bill-supporters-combat-misleading-claims-that-it-would-let-in-m.htmlWASHINGTON (AP) — It’s one of the most hard-fought provisions in the bipartisan border security package, and one that Democrats had to be persuaded to include: a new authority for the U.S. governme…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 09:59:10 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/nearing-50-years-as-a-crossing-guard-in-moline.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/nearing-50-years-as-a-crossing-guard-in-moline.htmlA woman from Moline is on her way to a new milestone in her career. Mary Schoeve is a crossing guard for the city and her parental instincts had something to do with her career path. For almost 50 …...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 09:40:00 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/the-oasis-039-s-donation-drop-off-becomes-the-target-for-thieves.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/the-oasis-039-s-donation-drop-off-becomes-the-target-for-thieves.htmlThe Oasis in East Moline is putting out a warning to people about stealing donation items in the middle of the night....Sat, 25 Jul 2026 09:17:31 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/girl-who-was-subject-of-amber-alert-is-found-safe-and-her-father-is-in.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/girl-who-was-subject-of-amber-alert-is-found-safe-and-her-father-is-in.htmlPRINCETON, Ky. (AP) — A 5-year-old western Kentucky girl reported missing after her mother was killed was found unharmed Monday with her father, who was taken into custody, police said. The afterno…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 09:05:29 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/80-of-americans-test-positive-for-chemical-found-in-cheerios-study.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/80-of-americans-test-positive-for-chemical-found-in-cheerios-study.htmlChlormequat is a toxic “agricultural chemical” used to alter a plant’s growth, according to the Environmental Working Group....Sat, 25 Jul 2026 08:58:29 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/spirit-airlines-sends-unaccompanied-boy-6-on-wrong-flight.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/spirit-airlines-sends-unaccompanied-boy-6-on-wrong-flight.htmlIn a statement, Spirit Airlines said the boy was “incorrectly boarded.”...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 08:48:45 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/walmart-membership-is-half-price-for-2-days.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/walmart-membership-is-half-price-for-2-days.htmlPay $49 for a year of Walmart+ — but the offer ends very soon....Sat, 25 Jul 2026 08:27:36 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/mlb-players-miffed-at-sport-s-new-see-through-pants-relaying-concerns-.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/mlb-players-miffed-at-sport-s-new-see-through-pants-relaying-concerns-.htmlPEORIA, Ariz. (AP) — MLB’s new uniform reveal hasn’t gone very well. Now some of the rampant criticism has moved below the belt. Major League Baseball Players Association deputy executi…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 08:17:59 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/he-was-selfless-east-moline-community-mourns-loss-of-a-servant.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/he-was-selfless-east-moline-community-mourns-loss-of-a-servant.htmlRev. Kenneth L. Porter led a rocky but fulfilling life, and his recent death at age 61 is leaving a huge hole in the Quad Cities community. After battling kidney disease for 25 years, the beloved E…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 08:15:16 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/iowa-sues-to-stop-student-loan-forgiveness.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/iowa-sues-to-stop-student-loan-forgiveness.htmlSix Republican-led states — including Iowa — are suing the Biden administration in an effort to halt its plan to forgive student loan debt for tens of millions of Americans, accusing it…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 07:52:53 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/police-seek-help-to-find-robbery-suspect.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/police-seek-help-to-find-robbery-suspect.htmlSterling Police seek help from the public to find a robbery suspect. At 8:38 a.m. Saturday, officers were called to the Dollar General Store, 1106 W. 4th St., Sterling, for an armed robbery. A susp…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 07:44:14 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/un-security-council-urges-sudan-s-warring-parties-to-halt-hostilities-.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/un-security-council-urges-sudan-s-warring-parties-to-halt-hostilities-.htmlUNITED NATIONS (AP) — The U.N. Security Council urged Sudan’s warring parties on Friday to immediately halt hostilities during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan and allow aid to get to 25 million pe…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 07:34:53 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/boy-scouts-celebrate-the-first-group-of-female-eagle-scouts.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/boy-scouts-celebrate-the-first-group-of-female-eagle-scouts.htmlGrowing up in Minneapolis, Isabella Tunney followed the progress of her older brother with admiration and occasional envy as he worked toward earning the Boy Scouts’ prestigious rank of Eagle Scout…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 07:23:05 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/drink-to-this-qcso-afterglow-is-back-at-front-street-brewery.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/drink-to-this-qcso-afterglow-is-back-at-front-street-brewery.htmlThis Saturday’s concert by the Quad City Symphony Orchestra will be special for a number of reasons. First, the orchestra’s stellar concertmaster, Naha Greenholtz, will take center stage at Davenpo…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 07:16:02 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/davenport-teen-arrested-in-connection-with-shooting-on-brady-street.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/davenport-teen-arrested-in-connection-with-shooting-on-brady-street.htmlA Davenport teen was held Friday on felony charges after a Thursday night shooting on Brady Street in which one man was seriously hurt. Jaterrius Deivonte Greer, 19, is being held in Scott County J…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 07:10:36 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/what-hawkeyes-coach-kirk-ferentz-can-learn-from-bill-belichick-and-nic.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/what-hawkeyes-coach-kirk-ferentz-can-learn-from-bill-belichick-and-nic.htmlThe year was 1993. Bill Belichick was entering his third season as head coach of the Cleveland Browns and was in the search for an offensive line coach. He decided to extend an invitation to the he…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 07:05:53 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/brock-purdy-bounces-back-49ers-clinch-the-nfc-s-top-seed-by-beating-th.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/brock-purdy-bounces-back-49ers-clinch-the-nfc-s-top-seed-by-beating-th.htmlLANDOVER, Md. (AP) — Minutes after rolling to a 27-10 victory at Washington, the San Francisco 49ers watched the final minute of Philadelphia’s game at Arizona together in the visiting locker…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 07:05:35 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/more-than-a-dozen-accidents-happen-during-pelting-rain-saturday.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/more-than-a-dozen-accidents-happen-during-pelting-rain-saturday.htmlMore than a dozen accidents happened Saturday while rain pelted the Quad-City area. A black truck was towed from the the scene of a crash that happened about noon on Interstate 74 before the Avenue…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 07:01:32 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/le-creuset-just-launched-the-prettiest-new-spring-collection.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/le-creuset-just-launched-the-prettiest-new-spring-collection.htmlLe Creuset’s spring collection is filled with must-haves that will look gorgeous at the center of your table all season long....Sat, 25 Jul 2026 06:46:46 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/moline-police-chief-elected-vp-of-ilacp.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/moline-police-chief-elected-vp-of-ilacp.htmlThe Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police (ILACP) elected Moline Police Department Chief Darren Gault the Vice President At-Large for Region #2 on April 29. The induction ceremony was held in No…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 06:41:15 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/mike-mccarthy-sells-belief-in-playoff-breakthrough-that-has-eluded-cow.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/mike-mccarthy-sells-belief-in-playoff-breakthrough-that-has-eluded-cow.htmlFRISCO, Texas (AP) — Mike McCarthy sifted through several versions of selling his belief that the Dallas Cowboys can find a level of postseason success that has eluded the storied franchise for nea…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 06:20:43 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/donald-trump-draws-cheers-some-boos-in-haley-s-backyard-at-clemson-sou.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/donald-trump-draws-cheers-some-boos-in-haley-s-backyard-at-clemson-sou.htmlCOLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Donald Trump used college football rivalry weekend to bask among his supporters in a state and region that are key to his presidential fortunes, while trying to upstage his Re…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 06:06:13 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/uths-girls-win-at-wharton-58-40.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/uths-girls-win-at-wharton-58-40.htmlThe UTHS Girls win 58-40 over Moline at Wharton Field House....Sat, 25 Jul 2026 06:01:37 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/rock-island-county-state-s-attorney-deshawn-tatum-s-family-has-seen-po.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/rock-island-county-state-s-attorney-deshawn-tatum-s-family-has-seen-po.htmlThere are new developments involving the recent police shooting in Rock Island that ended with a 25-year-old man dead. Rock Island County State’s Attorney Dora Villarreal tells Local 4 News D…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:57:32 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/sidney-powell-pleads-guilty-over-efforts-to-overturn-trump-s-loss-in-g.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/sidney-powell-pleads-guilty-over-efforts-to-overturn-trump-s-loss-in-g.htmlATLANTA (AP) — Lawyer Sidney Powell pleaded guilty to reduced charges Thursday over efforts to overturn Donald Trump’s loss in the 2020 election in Georgia, becoming the second defendant in the spr…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:56:18 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/righty-lance-mccullers-inks-left-arm-into-an-ode-to-houston.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/righty-lance-mccullers-inks-left-arm-into-an-ode-to-houston.htmlHOUSTON (AP) — Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. wasn’t born in Houston, but he sure loves it now. Hailing from Tampa, Florida, McCullers might be the most vocal an Astro has ever been about his l…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:43:20 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/local-group-working-to-bring-trader-joe-s-to-the-quad-cities.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/local-group-working-to-bring-trader-joe-s-to-the-quad-cities.htmlA hospitality and real estate company that helped bring Portillo’s to the Quad Cities is now working to bring another highly sought-after business to the area. Heart of America Group, based i…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:31:30 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/pilot-says-he-had-to-bring-down-plane-while-cameras-rolled.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/pilot-says-he-had-to-bring-down-plane-while-cameras-rolled.htmlA pilot and self-professed thrill seeker said Wednesday he was forced to bring his new plane down into the ocean off Northern California as it lost power, recording dramatic videos as he and his pa…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:30:49 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/55-year-old-inmate-dies-at-muscatine-county-jail.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/55-year-old-inmate-dies-at-muscatine-county-jail.htmlOn Saturday, Jan. 22, a 55-year-old inmate died at Muscatine County Jail. At about 10:20 a.m. Saturday, Muscatine County Correctional Officers assisted an inmate in a cellblock at the Muscatine Cou…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:21:25 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/home-of-couple-who-lived-at-disneyland-still-stands.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/home-of-couple-who-lived-at-disneyland-still-stands.htmlThe ability to wake up and see Sleeping Beauty’s Castle and Main Street U.S.A. outside your bedroom window would be a dream come true for many Disney fans....Sat, 25 Jul 2026 04:31:32 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/carrie-underwood-helps-utah-woman-with-surprise-reveal-during-concert.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/carrie-underwood-helps-utah-woman-with-surprise-reveal-during-concert.htmlA mom-to-be in Utah managed to get Carrie Underwood to help with a surprise reveal earlier this month at a concert in Salt Lake City....Sat, 25 Jul 2026 04:06:52 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/cabin-fever-pub-crawl-in-downtown-moline.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/cabin-fever-pub-crawl-in-downtown-moline.htmlRaise a glass and lifesaving funds for animals at this weekend’s Cabin Fever Pub Crawl. The bars of Downtown Moline are coming together for their annual event that will have you playing a lit…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 03:55:40 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/iowa-s-congressional-delegation-weigh-in-on-shutdown.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/iowa-s-congressional-delegation-weigh-in-on-shutdown.htmlDES MOINES, Iowa — Only three days remain before the federal government is shut down if funding for the next fiscal year cannot be agreed upon. In the U.S. House of Representatives, the major…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 03:49:09 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/resolution-to-honor-hawkeyes-for-crossover-at-kinnick-passes-u-s-senat.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/resolution-to-honor-hawkeyes-for-crossover-at-kinnick-passes-u-s-senat.htmlA resolution honoring the Iowa women’s basketball team for hosting the Crossover at Kinnick passed the United States Senate unanimously on Tuesday. The Hawkeyes drew 55,646 fans to Kinnick St…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 03:16:18 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/cowboys-and-mike-zimmer-agree-on-a-reunion-as-defensive-coordinator.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/cowboys-and-mike-zimmer-agree-on-a-reunion-as-defensive-coordinator.htmlFRISCO, Texas (AP) — The Dallas Cowboys have settled on a coaching reunion by deciding to bring back Mike Zimmer as defensive coordinator to replace Dan Quinn. Zimmer is rejoining the Cowboys 18 ye…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 02:56:28 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/qc-psychology-student-wins-scholarship-award.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/qc-psychology-student-wins-scholarship-award.htmlWestern Illinois University–Quad Cities graduate student Taylor Murphy recently received a scholarship to pursue a specialist degree in School Psychology at the Macomb campus. Murphy was among the …...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 02:47:43 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/move-over-bailey-s-a-cream-liqueur-based-out-of-leclaire-is-becoming-m.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/move-over-bailey-s-a-cream-liqueur-based-out-of-leclaire-is-becoming-m.htmlSt. Patrick’s Day is a week away, and while many people would typically reach for imported spirits to celebrate, some Iowans are keeping it local this year to save money. A 25% tariff on liqu…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 02:21:14 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/illinois-man-pleads-guilty-in-planned-parenthood-clinic-fire.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/illinois-man-pleads-guilty-in-planned-parenthood-clinic-fire.htmlA central Illinois man has pleaded guilty to setting fire to a Planned Parenthood clinic last month, the U.S. attorney’s office said Friday. Tyler W. Massengill, 32, of Chillicothe admitted t…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 02:01:19 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/iowa-voters-react-to-first-gop-debate.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/iowa-voters-react-to-first-gop-debate.htmlURBANDALE, Iowa — The first GOP primary debate had eight candidates on stage up in Milwaukee, WI, with the former president not in attendance. Back in central Iowa, voters watched on eagerly …...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 01:42:53 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/hawkeyes-hosting-annual-open-practice-this-saturday.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/hawkeyes-hosting-annual-open-practice-this-saturday.htmlThe Iowa football team will be hosting its annual open practice on Saturday. The practice begins at 10:45 a.m. at Kinnick Stadium, and gates open an hour prior at 9:45. The open session will conclu…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 01:37:31 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/no-one-injured-in-fire-at-adm-clinton.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/no-one-injured-in-fire-at-adm-clinton.htmlNo one was injured Monday in a fire at the ADM feed house in Clinton, according to a news release. The Clinton Fire Department was dispatched to ADM for a fire about 6:12 p.m. Monday in the feed ho…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 01:33:08 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/is-2023-economy-worse-than-great-depression.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/is-2023-economy-worse-than-great-depression.htmlA host of TikTokers have coined a name for the current economy: “silent depression.”...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 01:30:46 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/media-workers-strike-to-protest-layoffs-at-new-york-daily-news-forbes-.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/media-workers-strike-to-protest-layoffs-at-new-york-daily-news-forbes-.htmlNEW YORK (AP) — Journalists at The New York Daily News and Forbes walked off the job Thursday amid contentious contract talks with management and a difficult few weeks in the news industry. Both st…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 01:20:08 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/xstream-rock-island-grand-prix-returns-for-26th-year.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/xstream-rock-island-grand-prix-returns-for-26th-year.htmlThe 26th Xstream Rock Island Grand Prix, the world’s largest karting street race, will feature 17 racing classes on Labor Day Weekend, Friday-Sunday Sept. 3-5. Admission is free to the family-orien…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 01:06:21 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/a-new-format-for-fedex-cup-brings-clarity-and-curiosity.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/a-new-format-for-fedex-cup-brings-clarity-and-curiosity.htmlATLANTA (AP) — Justin Thomas has a two-shot lead, and the Tour Championship hasn’t even started. If that seems difficult to fathom, consider that someone could win this week without having th…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 00:35:31 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/town-hall-to-discuss-need-for-safe-affordable-housing.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/town-hall-to-discuss-need-for-safe-affordable-housing.htmlThe Quad Cities Tenant Alliance with Quad Cities Interfaith will hold a Town Hall for Housing Justice next Tuesday, Oct. 24th at Zion Lutheran Church, 1216 W. 8th St., Davenport. The 5:30 p.m. meet…...Sat, 25 Jul 2026 00:01:02 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/george-harrison-s-widow-talks-of-life-death-through-poetry.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/george-harrison-s-widow-talks-of-life-death-through-poetry.htmlNEW YORK (AP) — The first line of Olivia Harrison’s book of poetry captures a feeling universal to everyone who has lost a loved one. “All I wanted was another spring,” she writes. “Was it so…...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 23:52:41 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/ambrose-music-professor-moves-on-with-new-cd-concert.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/ambrose-music-professor-moves-on-with-new-cd-concert.htmlBill Campbell is a prolific, award-winning composer, music professor, and church musician. At age 53, the unpretentious, soft-spoken music man is ready to write the next movement in his life’…...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 23:52:05 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/state-rep-swanson-helps-bring-home-the-bacon-for-food-pantries-during-.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/state-rep-swanson-helps-bring-home-the-bacon-for-food-pantries-during-.htmlIllinois State Rep. Dan Swanson (R-Alpha) knows how important it is to bring home the bacon. He is lauding efforts by the Illinois Pork Producers Association (IPPA) in donating over 1,500 boxes of …...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 23:43:45 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/these-nfl-teams-have-never-won-a-super-bowl.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/these-nfl-teams-have-never-won-a-super-bowl.htmlWhile both the Eagles and the Chiefs have won the Super Bowl before, there are some teams that haven’t ever won – and some that have never even made it to the big game....Fri, 24 Jul 2026 23:40:33 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/beautiful-bottoms-up-burlesque-show-back-for-9th-speakeasy-new-year-s-.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/beautiful-bottoms-up-burlesque-show-back-for-9th-speakeasy-new-year-s-.htmlIt’s just two weeks until New Year’s Eve, and a holiday tradition for the last nine years is back at The Speakeasy in downtown Rock Island, 1818 3rd Ave. The theater welcomes Bottoms Up…...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 23:21:10 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/genesius-guild-sets-new-season-leaders.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/genesius-guild-sets-new-season-leaders.htmlGenesius Guild has set its summer 2024 season, and also approved a new leadership team. The free outdoor theater — at Lincoln Park, 1120 40th St., Rock Island — will produce the followi…...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 22:09:19 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/nullified-3-pointer-by-james-shot-clock-malfunction-make-for-lengthy-e.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/nullified-3-pointer-by-james-shot-clock-malfunction-make-for-lengthy-e.htmlLOS ANGELES (AP) — Steve Kerr has been part of plenty of exciting finishes between the Golden State Warriors and Los Angeles Lakers. On Saturday night, the teams played a game that simply wouldn&#8…...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 22:04:04 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/watchdog-syria-has-likely-used-chemical-weapons-17-times.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/watchdog-syria-has-likely-used-chemical-weapons-17-times.htmlUNITED NATIONS (AP) — The head of the international chemical weapons watchdog told the U.N. Security Council that its experts have investigated 77 allegations against Syria, and concluded that in 1…...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 21:38:30 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/child-abuse-council-mississippi-valley-child-protection-center.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/child-abuse-council-mississippi-valley-child-protection-center.htmlDid you know that data shows nearly 700,000 children are victims of abuse each year in the United States? Here in the Quad Cities, local organizations are working proactivity to prevent child abuse…...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 21:31:26 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/galesburg-police-department-promotes-1st-minority-woman-to-sergeant.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/galesburg-police-department-promotes-1st-minority-woman-to-sergeant.htmlHistory is about to be made at the Galesburg Police Department (GPD). On Monday, August 14, the department will promote Sgt. Patrick Kisler to Lieutenant and Officer Magdalene Semington to Sergeant…...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 21:31:05 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/elevate-wellness-celebrates-grand-opening.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/elevate-wellness-celebrates-grand-opening.htmlThe studio offers a variety of wellness classes including meditation, dance, Pilates and Yoga. ...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 21:20:14 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/clinton-man-arrested-after-bar-shooting.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/clinton-man-arrested-after-bar-shooting.htmlA Clinton man is behind bars after police say he was involved in a shooting at a bar. According to public court documents, Clinton Police were called to Ohana’s Neighborhood Bar in Clinton on Decem…...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 20:39:01 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/want-to-work-at-the-north-pole-here-s-what-the-jobs-pay.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/want-to-work-at-the-north-pole-here-s-what-the-jobs-pay.htmlIf you’ve ever daydreamed about working in Santa’s Workshop, the pay is actually pretty good, according to a report from ADP, a company that offers payroll, HR and tax services. The company generat…...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 20:30:08 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/section-of-davenport-4th-street-is-closed.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/section-of-davenport-4th-street-is-closed.htmlDavenport Police Department and the Davenport Fire Department are asking the public to be aware of the public safety concerns regarding the stability of the 324 Main Street building and avoid the a…...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 20:28:48 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/tom-barrow-company-names-alan-green-nashville-branch-manager-vice-pres.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/tom-barrow-company-names-alan-green-nashville-branch-manager-vice-pres.htmlATLANTA, May 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tom Barrow Company (TBCo) names Alan Green as the company's Nashville branch manager/vice-president and Will Winslett will now lead its Pensacola location. ...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 20:16:13 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/mercer-county-addresses-rural-homelessness.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/mercer-county-addresses-rural-homelessness.htmlProject NOW is participating in a Rural Illinois 100-Day Challenge on Homelessness taking place in Mercer County and three other rural communities. The 100-Day Challenge calls on cities and countie…...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 20:11:47 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/what-you-need-to-know-about-new-covid-vaccines.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/what-you-need-to-know-about-new-covid-vaccines.htmlThe Rock Island County Health Department is preparing for the fall-winter respiratory illness season by offering walk-in flu clinics in September and October and updated COVID vaccines by appointme…...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 20:01:30 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/austin-eckroat-gets-his-1st-pga-tour-win-by-prevailing-at-cognizant-cl.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/austin-eckroat-gets-his-1st-pga-tour-win-by-prevailing-at-cognizant-cl.htmlPALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Austin Eckroat waited a long time to become a winner on the PGA Tour. Another day didn’t hurt. Eckroat got the first victory of his tour career Monday, topping Erik …...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 19:56:10 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/biden-awards-medal-of-honor-to-korean-war-veteran.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/biden-awards-medal-of-honor-to-korean-war-veteran.htmlWASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) — On Friday, President Joe Biden awarded his first medal of honor to 94-year-old U.S. Army Col. Ralph Puckett Jr., someone he calls a true American hero. “I’m…...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 19:56:09 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/drivers-should-expect-delays-on-scott-county-road.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/drivers-should-expect-delays-on-scott-county-road.htmlNow through November, drivers should expect delays on 300th Street about 0.5 miles east of Scott Park Road, a news release says. Construction trucks will be hauling materials across 300th Street. A…...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 19:44:49 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/students-rally-for-gun-reform-as-iowa-lawmakers-gavel-in-2024-session.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/students-rally-for-gun-reform-as-iowa-lawmakers-gavel-in-2024-session.htmlDES MOINES, Iowa — On Monday, Iowa lawmakers marked the beginning of this year’s legislative session by gaveling in in both chambers. Leaders in both chambers from both parties gave ope…...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 19:42:43 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/san-ysidro-basketball-star-memphis-commit-suspected-of-assault-with-a-.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/san-ysidro-basketball-star-memphis-commit-suspected-of-assault-with-a-.htmlMikey Williams, a high school basketball star with a massive social media following, was arrested Thursday in San Diego, the county sheriff’s department confirmed....Fri, 24 Jul 2026 18:41:08 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/lawmakers-honor-house-clerk-who-served-during-chaos-of-jan-6-and-mccar.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/lawmakers-honor-house-clerk-who-served-during-chaos-of-jan-6-and-mccar.htmlWASHINGTON (AP) — Lawmakers on Tuesday honored the official charged with maintaining order in the House during two of the chamber’s most tumultuous moments — the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the C…...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 18:18:08 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/how-do-animals-react-during-a-total-solar-eclipse-scientists-plan-to-f.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/how-do-animals-react-during-a-total-solar-eclipse-scientists-plan-to-f.htmlWASHINGTON (AP) — When a total solar eclipse transforms day into night, will tortoises start acting romantic? Will giraffes gallop? Will apes sing odd notes? Researchers will be standing by to obse…...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 18:15:54 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/new-1-million-mlk-park-to-open-this-summer-at-5th-and-brady-in-davenpo.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/new-1-million-mlk-park-to-open-this-summer-at-5th-and-brady-in-davenpo.htmlThe Friends of MLK have a dream, too. The Quad Cities non-profit announced Monday — national Martin Luther King, Jr. Day — that a new $1-million park will be built to honor Dr. King, ou…...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 17:32:48 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/new-multi-unit-community-for-ages-55-and-up-opens-in-silvis.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/new-multi-unit-community-for-ages-55-and-up-opens-in-silvis.htmlA new 55+ community residential complex has opened in Silvis, with Empire Living, at 601 22nd Avenue, Silvis. Empire communities are built around the transition of active adults ready for a worry-f…...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 17:00:59 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/alternating-currents-returns-to-rock-davenport.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/alternating-currents-returns-to-rock-davenport.htmlMusic, film, comedy and art will take over downtown Davenport as the Alternating Currents festival returns to the QCA. Jason Gilliland, director of the Downtown Davenport Partnership, dropped by Lo…...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 15:51:51 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/businesses-raise-money-for-family-of-lt-garrett-ramos-firefighter-kill.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/businesses-raise-money-for-family-of-lt-garrett-ramos-firefighter-kill.htmlMembers of Sterling and the surrounding community came together Sunday to show support and raise money for the family of a fallen hero. The Factory Pub ‘n’ Grub offered breakfast with a…...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 15:36:46 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/latino-leaders-in-quad-cities-have-new-resource.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/latino-leaders-in-quad-cities-have-new-resource.htmlLatino leaders in the Quad Cities area will have a new resource for building their skills, knowledge, and abilities to succeed, lead, and maximize their impact on their community. This fall, the Le…...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 15:32:44 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/accused-stalker-injures-woman-faces-felony-charge.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/accused-stalker-injures-woman-faces-felony-charge.htmlA Davenport man is being held on a total $80,000 bond after he punched a woman in the face shortly after 9 a.m. Tuesday. Lonnie Eugene Brewer, 57, faces a felony charge of stalking and misdemeanor …...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 15:31:03 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/why-spurs-victor-wembanyama-likes-gregg-popovich-s-tough-coaching.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/why-spurs-victor-wembanyama-likes-gregg-popovich-s-tough-coaching.htmlSan Antonio Spurs rookie phenom Victor Wembanyama didn’t expect his first NBA season to be a breeze.Wembanyama knew it would be a challenge to play for a legendary coach like Gregg Popovich and a franchise seeking to restore its prominence in the Western Conference. During the Spurs’ 109–99 loss to ...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 15:17:13 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/niabi-zoo-joins-the-zoological-association-of-america.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/niabi-zoo-joins-the-zoological-association-of-america.htmlNiabi Zoo has been granted admission into the Zoological Association of America (ZAA), a non-profit accrediting organization dedicated to responsible wildlife management, wildlife conservation, and…...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 14:44:30 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/pandemic-of-snow-in-anchorage-sets-a-record-for-the-earliest-arrival-o.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/pandemic-of-snow-in-anchorage-sets-a-record-for-the-earliest-arrival-o.htmlANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — Even by Alaska standards, there is a lot of snow this winter. So much snow has fallen — so far, more than 8.7 feet (2.65 meters) — that roofs on commercial buildings are co…...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 14:33:50 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/mercer-county-health-department-to-schedule-for-covid-19-phase-1b-vacc.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/mercer-county-health-department-to-schedule-for-covid-19-phase-1b-vacc.htmlThe Mercer County Health Department will begin scheduling vaccines for next week for anyone in the Phase 1B category. The health department administrator says they will be holding multiple clinics …...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 14:33:00 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/wembanyama-more-aggressive-in-stronger-second-summer-league-game-with-.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/wembanyama-more-aggressive-in-stronger-second-summer-league-game-with-.htmlLAS VEGAS (AP) — Victor Wembanyama was yelling in celebration, punching the air, even got a Band-Aid on his right cheek because of some physicality. For his second act in Las Vegas, Wembanyama show…...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 14:27:44 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/public-memorial-service-for-nick-weist-will-be-may-7.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/public-memorial-service-for-nick-weist-will-be-may-7.htmlA public memorial service for Nicholas Weist, the Knox County Sheriff’s deputy killed in the line of duty, will be held Saturday, May 7, 2022 at Galesburg High School, 1135 W. Fremont Street,…...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 14:16:24 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/louis-vuitton-s-blow-up-show-caps-energetic-fashion-season.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/louis-vuitton-s-blow-up-show-caps-energetic-fashion-season.htmlPARIS (AP) — The funfair lights at Louis Vuitton shone as brightly as the starry front row Tuesday for the vibrant and infectious spring collection from Nicolas Ghesquiere that capped Paris Fashion…...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 14:08:43 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/watch-marching-bands-in-action-at-showcase-of-bands-at-rock-island-hig.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/watch-marching-bands-in-action-at-showcase-of-bands-at-rock-island-hig.htmlHigh school marching band fans can check out shows from high school bands around the area at a showcase in Rock Island. Rock Island High School is hosting this year’s “Showcase of Bands” on October…...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 14:04:42 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/rock-island-replacing-testing-sirens.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/rock-island-replacing-testing-sirens.htmlThe City of Rock Island will be replacing and testing four storm warning sirens over the next two days. (Photo courtesy Bryan Bobb) The sirens are old and need ongoing repair so the city decided it…...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 13:31:39 -0400