https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.orgLoop-worthy star stories with social momentum.en-usThu, 30 Jul 2026 11:20:40 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/illinois-considers-letting-non-citizens-become-police-officers.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/illinois-considers-letting-non-citizens-become-police-officers.htmlThere’s a push to crack down on banking executives responsible for the collapse of their financial institutions. Iowa could ban the state’s public universities from spending money on di…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:19:59 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/students-learn-sign-language-for-friend.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/students-learn-sign-language-for-friend.htmlIt’s hard to imagine talking without using your words. But for members of the deaf community, it’s how they communicate about the world around them....Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:18:58 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/wwe-039-raw-039-set-to-leave-cable-tv-for-the-first-time-in-31-years.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/wwe-039-raw-039-set-to-leave-cable-tv-for-the-first-time-in-31-years.htmlWWE’s flagship weekly show “Monday Night Raw” is set to leave cable television for the first time in 31 years as it joins forces with Netflix....Thu, 30 Jul 2026 14:53:44 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/shiny-new-downtown-davenport-daiquiri-factory-ready-to-open.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/shiny-new-downtown-davenport-daiquiri-factory-ready-to-open.htmlKyle Peters has worked hard for 18 years to make today a reality. His new Daiquiri Factory bar and restaurant is opening Thursday, May 18, at 303 W. 3rd St., Davenport. They’ll be open 4 p.m. to 2 …...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 14:35:18 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/it-felt-like-a-home-game-hawkeye-fans-take-over-wrigley-create-home-fi.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/it-felt-like-a-home-game-hawkeye-fans-take-over-wrigley-create-home-fi.htmlThe 2023 “Wildcats Classic” was supposed to be a home game for Northwestern. Instead, Hawkeye fans turned it into Kinnick East. Iowa’s fan base dominated the Friendly Confines and…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 14:30:41 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/nassib-becomes-first-active-nfl-player-to-come-out-as-gay.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/nassib-becomes-first-active-nfl-player-to-come-out-as-gay.htmlLas Vegas Raiders defensive end Carl Nassib on Monday became the first active NFL player to come out as gay. Nassib, who is entering his sixth NFL season and second with the Raiders, announced the …...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 14:17:13 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/mahomes-dazzles-as-chiefs-rally-for-33-29-win-over-browns.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/mahomes-dazzles-as-chiefs-rally-for-33-29-win-over-browns.htmlKANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Patrick Mahomes threw for 337 yards and three touchdowns while running for another score, and the Kansas City Chiefs came back from a dismal first half against the Cleveland…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:28:18 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/texas-panhandle-ranchers-face-losses-and-grim-task-of-removing-dead-ca.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/texas-panhandle-ranchers-face-losses-and-grim-task-of-removing-dead-ca.htmlSKELLYTOWN, Texas (AP) — First, the flames came storming across the vistas of the Texas Panhandle, burning through the grassy plains and scrub land of the region’s cattle ranches. By Friday, …...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:27:28 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/moline-seeks-more-input-to-improve-riverfront.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/moline-seeks-more-input-to-improve-riverfront.htmlThe city of Moline is seeking more public input on ideas to improve the riverfront area downtown. It held a Moline Riverfront “Love the River” Celebration on Saturday, February 10th at …...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:22:48 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/stock-market-today-tokyo-hits-30-year-high-with-many-asian-markets-shu.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/stock-market-today-tokyo-hits-30-year-high-with-many-asian-markets-shu.htmlTOKYO (AP) — Asian shares were mostly higher Friday as Tokyo’s benchmark momentarily touched a 34-year high, while many regional markets were closed for the Lunar New Year holiday. Japan’s be…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:00:08 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/tim-stop-singer-songwriter.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/tim-stop-singer-songwriter.htmlTim Stop | Singer & Songwriter Tim Stop is a Quad City Singer/Songwriter who’s recently played on serval major international tours. He has opened for Rock Legends “Chicago” an…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:54:32 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/us-applications-for-jobless-claims-hold-at-healthy-levels.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/us-applications-for-jobless-claims-hold-at-healthy-levels.htmlU.S. applications for jobless benefits were unchanged last week, settling at a healthy level as the labor market continues to show strength in the face of elevated interest rates. Unemployment clai…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:54:25 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/louisiana-civil-rights-museum-showcases-monumental-pieces-of-state-his.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/louisiana-civil-rights-museum-showcases-monumental-pieces-of-state-his.htmlMany Louisiana state leaders and historians have spent the last 20 years gathering information that would become a museum dedicated to a revolutionary moment in American History....Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:48:26 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/exeter-orthodontics-welcoming-new-patients-looking-for-braces.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/exeter-orthodontics-welcoming-new-patients-looking-for-braces.htmlExeter Orthodontics in Harrisburg is welcoming new patients Exeter Orthodontics in Harrisburg welcoming new patients with free consultations and no hidden fees. Braces have an incredibly high success rate for our patients...They not only straighten the teeth but strengthen them as well.”— Dr. Lauren...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:44:18 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/ex-illinois-lawmaker-charged-with-red-light-camera-bribery.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/ex-illinois-lawmaker-charged-with-red-light-camera-bribery.htmlCHICAGO (AP) — Federal prosecutors filed bribery and tax charges on Monday against a former Illinois state senator who led the powerful transportation committee, alleging he accepted payments in ex…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:36:04 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/out-about-pride-of-the-wapsi.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/out-about-pride-of-the-wapsi.htmlIt’s finally fall and that means its prime time to visit your favorite pumpkin patch! For more than 25 years Pride of the Wapsi has been growing family memories here in Long Grove, Iowa. …...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:15:45 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/earthquake-tracked-in-illinois.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/earthquake-tracked-in-illinois.htmlSome southern Illinois residents might have experienced a slight jolt Thursday morning due to a minor earthquake....Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:10:00 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/bison-bridge-will-not-happen-under-new-i-80-plan.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/bison-bridge-will-not-happen-under-new-i-80-plan.htmlThe Illinois and Iowa Departments of Transportations have chosen an alternative to replacing the I-80 Mississippi River bridge that requires demolition of the existing bridge. The chosen alignment …...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:04:08 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/new-initiative-by-western-illinois-university-to-cover-tuition.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/new-initiative-by-western-illinois-university-to-cover-tuition.htmlA new initiative is being introduced by Western Illinois University (WIU) to provide incoming students with help to cover tuition and mandatory fees. The program, Western Way, is for eligible stude…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 11:51:15 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/assumption-julian-broderson-among-the-big-winners-in-des-moines.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/assumption-julian-broderson-among-the-big-winners-in-des-moines.htmlWAPELLO’S DANIEL MEEKER. MEEKER GETS A REVERSAL HERE TO EVEN THE MATCH AT TWO. BUT MEEKER WOULD BE PINNED IN THE SECOND PERIOD — HE’LL WRESTLE THE OTHER SIDE OF THE BRACKET TOMORR…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 11:31:26 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/ollie-gordon-ii-s-5-tds-lead-no-21-oklahoma-state-past-byu-in-2ot-into.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/ollie-gordon-ii-s-5-tds-lead-no-21-oklahoma-state-past-byu-in-2ot-into.htmlSTILLWATER, Okla. (AP) — Oklahoma State’s furious comeback against BYU encapsulated the roller-coaster ride of a season that has earned the Cowboys a shot at a conference title. Ollie Gordon …...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 10:59:21 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/pork-sausage-patties-recalled.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/pork-sausage-patties-recalled.htmlMore than a thousand pounds of pork sausage patties distributed to Illinois, Iowa and Wisconsin are being recalled by Fair Oaks Farms....Thu, 30 Jul 2026 10:53:51 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/western-illinois-university-names-new-interim-dean.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/western-illinois-university-names-new-interim-dean.htmlWestern Illinois University has a new interim dean. James Schmidt, Associate Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) has been named as the college’s interim dean, effective September 1. (Wes…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 09:32:04 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/bryce-young-takes-blame-as-carolina-s-offense-sputters-again-in-16-13-.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/bryce-young-takes-blame-as-carolina-s-offense-sputters-again-in-16-13-.htmlCHICAGO (AP) — Bryce Young repeatedly said he needed to play better. Carolina coach Frank Reich said he needed to do a better job. It was the same message from Chuba Hubbard and Terrace Marshall. F…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 09:30:33 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/how-cold-is-too-cold-for-your-dog.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/how-cold-is-too-cold-for-your-dog.htmlAs a loving pet owner, it’s important to pay attention to your furry friend’s needs and behavior and take appropriate measures to keep them warm and comfortable during colder months....Thu, 30 Jul 2026 09:14:36 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/roaring-2020s-pay-musical-tribute-to-1920s.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/roaring-2020s-pay-musical-tribute-to-1920s.htmlThe new Roaring Twenties take off in a special musical way on both ends of Bix 7 weekend with a tribute to the 1920s. The third-annual “Heights of the Era” festival will be Friday, July 28, at Lind…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 09:04:01 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/james-embiid-curry-and-durant-are-in-the-us-player-pool-for-the-paris-.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/james-embiid-curry-and-durant-are-in-the-us-player-pool-for-the-paris-.htmlThere are few surprises in USA Basketball’s men’s player pool for the Paris Olympics that was announced Tuesday, with most of the big names like LeBron James, Joel Embiid, Stephen Curry and Kevin D…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 09:02:04 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/friendly-house-and-scott-county-sheriff-s-department-gifting-kids-bike.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/friendly-house-and-scott-county-sheriff-s-department-gifting-kids-bike.htmlThe Friendly House and Scott County Sheriff’s Department are helping Santa out this holiday season. In collaboration with the Scott County Sheriff’s Department, more than 25 area kids will receive …...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 08:50:46 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/rivermont-collegiate-earns-iowa-voting-honor.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/rivermont-collegiate-earns-iowa-voting-honor.htmlIowa Secretary of State Paul Pate on Friday presented the Carrie Chapman Catt Award to Rivermont Collegiate in Bettendorf. The award goes to any school that registers at least 90% of eligible stude…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 08:49:23 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/new-german-fest-coming-to-downtown-davenport.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/new-german-fest-coming-to-downtown-davenport.htmlA new event in a newly created space is coming to downtown Davenport. German Fest will be held from 6 – 10 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 14, 2022 in Kaiserslautern Square (K-Square), 119 E. 3rd St. The even…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 08:48:28 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/fox-18-sports-sunday-moline-golf-s-isaac-rumler.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/fox-18-sports-sunday-moline-golf-s-isaac-rumler.htmlAfter finishing runner-up in the state golf tournament, Moline’s Isaac Rumler joined Fox 18 Sports Sunday to talk about his stellar season....Thu, 30 Jul 2026 08:47:39 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/de-la-cruz-goes-for-cycle-and-votto-hits-2-clutch-homers-as-streaking-.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/de-la-cruz-goes-for-cycle-and-votto-hits-2-clutch-homers-as-streaking-.htmlCINCINNATI (AP) — Dazzling rookie Elly De La Cruz hit for the cycle, Joey Votto launched tying and go-ahead homers and the Cincinnati Reds extended their winning streak to 12 games Friday night wit…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 08:32:37 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/body-found-in-iowa-river-believed-to-be-missing-muscatine-man.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/body-found-in-iowa-river-believed-to-be-missing-muscatine-man.htmlUPDATE: A body believed to be a missing Muscatine man was found in the Iowa River near Napoleon Park on Saturday, according to Iowa City Public Safety. Cristian Martinez, 20, was last seen on Satur…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 08:18:23 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/city-plans-water-meter-replacement.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/city-plans-water-meter-replacement.htmlThe City of Morrison has announced the implementation of the Water Meter Replacement Progra, as part of its ongoing water infrastructure improvement plan. The purpose of this program is to rep…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 07:54:22 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/introduce-a-girl-to-engineering-day.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/introduce-a-girl-to-engineering-day.htmlJoin the Putnam Museum for an inspirational day dedicated to allowing girls the opportunity to discover and explore science and engineering....Thu, 30 Jul 2026 07:45:13 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/republicans-challenge-illinois-039-judicial-policies-on-female-minorit.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/republicans-challenge-illinois-039-judicial-policies-on-female-minorit.htmlThree federal judges in Illinois adopted policies in 2020 that could allow female and minority attorneys extra time to make arguments in various court proceedings. In recent weeks, at least two Rep…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 07:06:54 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/sister-sister-clair-and-megan-hulke-creating-special-bond-playing-bask.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/sister-sister-clair-and-megan-hulke-creating-special-bond-playing-bask.htmlCompetition runs in the Hulke family. “I came from a family where you earn what you work hard for so for both of us to be able to earn a spot together is amazing.” Clair and Megan Hulke…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 06:54:56 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/isu-iowa-uni-announce-changes-to-spring-semester-eliminate-spring-brea.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/isu-iowa-uni-announce-changes-to-spring-semester-eliminate-spring-brea.htmlIOWA — Iowa State University, the University of Iowa and the University of Northern Iowa announced date changes to the spring semester and have all chosen to eliminate spring break. Iowa Stat…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 06:45:45 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/beaverdale-subdivision-in-west-burlington-without-water-after-main-bre.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/beaverdale-subdivision-in-west-burlington-without-water-after-main-bre.htmlResidents of a subdivision in West Burlington are without water right now due to a water main break. The water in the Beaverdale subdivision is being shut off immediately because of the nature of t…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 06:15:42 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/bucktown-revue-combines-music-poetry-comedy.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/bucktown-revue-combines-music-poetry-comedy.htmlIts organizers call it the best music show in the Quad Cities. Combining acoustic music, vocal harmonies, poetry and comedy. Where you can find the Bucktown Revue and how they’re gi…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 06:12:15 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/5-credit-card-trends-to-watch-for-in-2024.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/5-credit-card-trends-to-watch-for-in-2024.htmlAPRs may begin to fall, proposed legislation could upend the rewards world and your cards might lose their stripes....Thu, 30 Jul 2026 06:09:33 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/four-new-appeals-go-to-sports-court-chasing-olympic-medals-in-russian-.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/four-new-appeals-go-to-sports-court-chasing-olympic-medals-in-russian-.htmlGENEVA (AP) — Four appeals filed at sport’s highest court in fallout from the doping case of Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva are set to delay awarding medals from the 2022 Beijing Olympics yet…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 06:06:57 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/brick-wall-repairs-ahead-for-current-hotel-in-davenport.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/brick-wall-repairs-ahead-for-current-hotel-in-davenport.htmlConstruction is set to begin October 3 for The Current hotel in Davenport. This is after fencing went up around the hotel and a portion of the wall could be seen separating. Local 4 reached out to …...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 05:58:24 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/osf-st-mary-medical-center-in-galesburg-expands-cancer-treatment-optio.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/osf-st-mary-medical-center-in-galesburg-expands-cancer-treatment-optio.htmlOSF Healthcare in Galesburg is introducing a new service for the residents of Galesburg. The new technology will treat future cancer patients with the use of radiation technology, so those patients…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 05:53:29 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/bettendorf-transit-system-adjusts-to-serve-vera-french-mental-health-c.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/bettendorf-transit-system-adjusts-to-serve-vera-french-mental-health-c.htmlBettendorf’s transit system is adjusting some of its routes to stop at a mental health center. The changes to the system’s routes go into effect on Monday, December 4. “These chan…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 05:41:09 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/daily-dish-grow-your-garden-with-k-k-hardware.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/daily-dish-grow-your-garden-with-k-k-hardware.htmlIn our latest segment we met up with Lawn and Garden Expert Janet Freeborn to answer some of your home and garden questions. For more information visit kkhardware.comSubmit your home and gardening …...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 05:20:45 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/that-s-his-legacy-baseball-field-at-ed-scheck-park-to-be-named-after-t.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/that-s-his-legacy-baseball-field-at-ed-scheck-park-to-be-named-after-t.htmlTyler Hurd was a Bettendorf High School sophomore before he passed last June. Tyler spent a lot of his days playing baseball at his neighborhood field at Ed Scheck park. His family created a memori…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 05:06:04 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/music-on-the-river-presents-crooked-cactus-band.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/music-on-the-river-presents-crooked-cactus-band.htmlEnjoy the sounds of summer along the riverfront with Music on the River! Experience the historic venue of Petersen Pavilion with gorgeous sunsets over the Mississippi River while enjoying your favo…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 04:59:51 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/how-to-keep-your-twitter-account-secure-without-paying.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/how-to-keep-your-twitter-account-secure-without-paying.htmlLOS ANGELES (AP) — Twitter users were greeted early Saturday with an ultimatum from the social media app: Subscribe to the platform’s new premium service or lose a popular account security fe…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 04:54:31 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/strong-board-game-hy-vee-helpful-holiday.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/strong-board-game-hy-vee-helpful-holiday.htmlAmanda Jones, certified cheese expert for Hy-Vee, helps viewers learn how to make a charcuterie board that is sure to amaze family and friends this holiday season. For more information go to Hy-Vee…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 04:48:17 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/mvc-women-s-basketball-returns-to-vibrant-arena-moline.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/mvc-women-s-basketball-returns-to-vibrant-arena-moline.htmlThe Missouri Valley Conference Women’s Basketball Tournament returns to Vibrant Arena at the MARK in Moline from Thursday-Sunday, March 14-17, according to a news release. This year marks the…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 04:45:56 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/joey-logano-michael-mcdowell-lead-ford-sweep-of-daytona-500-front-row-.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/joey-logano-michael-mcdowell-lead-ford-sweep-of-daytona-500-front-row-.htmlDAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Ford swept the front row in qualifying for the Daytona 500 with former race winners Joey Logano and Michael McDowell shocking powerhouse Hendrick Motorsports. “This is al…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 03:57:36 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/hunter-s-21-points-and-buzzer-beating-layup-send-texas-over-no-9-baylo.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/hunter-s-21-points-and-buzzer-beating-layup-send-texas-over-no-9-baylo.htmlAUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Tyrese Hunter’s frantic, driving layup at the buzzer sent Texas to a 75-73 win over No. 9 Baylor on Saturday, handing the Bears their second straight loss in the Big 12 C…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 03:53:52 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/out-about-pleasure-pools-and-spas.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/out-about-pleasure-pools-and-spas.htmlBrittany and Ashe are out & about at Pleasure Pools and Spas for a Kickoff to Summer! We take a tour around the store, learn the history behind the business and find out what summer deals they’…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 03:17:07 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/body-found-in-basement-ruled-accidental-death.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/body-found-in-basement-ruled-accidental-death.htmlThe body of a missing man found in a basement months after his disappearance has been ruled the result of an accident....Thu, 30 Jul 2026 03:09:20 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/knox-county-courthouse-now-part-of-underground-railroad-network-to-fre.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/knox-county-courthouse-now-part-of-underground-railroad-network-to-fre.htmlSecond Gentleman of the U. S. Douglas Emhoff and Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland have announced 16 additions to the National Park Service’s National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom Pr…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 02:46:18 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/laurent-de-brunhoff-babar-heir-and-author-dies-at-age-98.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/laurent-de-brunhoff-babar-heir-and-author-dies-at-age-98.htmlNEW YORK (AP) — “Babar” author Laurent de Brunhoff, who revived his father’s popular picture book series about an elephant-king and presided over its rise to a global, multimedia …...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 02:39:29 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/will-i-get-my-tax-refund-if-the-government-shuts-down.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/will-i-get-my-tax-refund-if-the-government-shuts-down.htmlThere has never been a shutdown during tax season....Thu, 30 Jul 2026 02:34:27 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/chicago-bears-hire-colts-dc-matt-eberflus-as-head-coach.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/chicago-bears-hire-colts-dc-matt-eberflus-as-head-coach.htmlCHICAGO (AP)Matt Eberflus is the new coach of the Chicago Bears, tasked with turning around a franchise mired in mediocrity for much of the past decade. The Bears announced Eberflus’ hiring o…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 01:53:38 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/idot-starts-work-on-interstate-88-in-rock-island-county-sept-18.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/idot-starts-work-on-interstate-88-in-rock-island-county-sept-18.htmlMore roadwork is coming to Rock Island County. The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has announced that the bridge taking 286th Street N over Interstate 88 in Rock Island County will clo…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 01:38:43 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/rock-island-on-the-record-colleen-small-vollman.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/rock-island-on-the-record-colleen-small-vollman.htmlRock Island city leaders are working to remove lead paint from homes. Colleen Small-Vollman from the City of Rock Island joined Local 4 News at 5 on March 4 with information about a grant to help m…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 01:31:07 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/kayla-dicello-takes-gold-in-usa-gymnastics-winter-cup-olympic-champ-su.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/kayla-dicello-takes-gold-in-usa-gymnastics-winter-cup-olympic-champ-su.htmlLOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Kayla DiCello allowed herself to sit and chill after a better-than-expected start to her season. Olympic champion Sunisa Lee was a bit steamed at herself for literally missin…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 01:14:40 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/moline-s-lyman-lives-for-new-legally-blonde.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/moline-s-lyman-lives-for-new-legally-blonde.htmlIn her first role at Moline’s Spotlight Theatre in nearly five years, Liv Lyman was fated to play the iconic Elle Woods in a new production of “Legally Blonde: The Musical.” The feel-good, pretty-i…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 00:47:15 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/totally-cold-is-not-too-cold-for-winter-swimmers-competing-in-a-frozen.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/totally-cold-is-not-too-cold-for-winter-swimmers-competing-in-a-frozen.htmlNEWPORT, Vt. (AP) — Plunging into a frozen lake and swimming laps may not be everyone’s good time but for winter swimmers who return year after year to a northern Vermont lake near the Canadi…...Thu, 30 Jul 2026 00:38:24 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/mississippi-valley-fair-three-days-grace.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/mississippi-valley-fair-three-days-grace.htmlThe Mississippi Valley Fair is winding down. Tristan and Lindsey stopped out at the fair to talk with Shawn Loter about the upcoming performances....Wed, 29 Jul 2026 23:53:30 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/the-greatest-day-ever-at-carver-hawkeye-arena.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/the-greatest-day-ever-at-carver-hawkeye-arena.htmlWhat is the Caitlin Clark effect? “It’s hard to really put into words,” Iowa athletic director Beth Goetz said. For starters, it makes Dallas the second most popular Clark in Iowa…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 23:49:32 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/north-scott-lancers-football-to-face-western-dubuque-on-november-8.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/north-scott-lancers-football-to-face-western-dubuque-on-november-8.htmlThe North Scott Lancers have lost just one time this season, and that was to the Western Dubuque Bobcats, and those two teams will meet in a 2nd round playoff game on November 8....Wed, 29 Jul 2026 23:45:00 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/bud-039-s-skyline-inn-being-demolished.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/bud-039-s-skyline-inn-being-demolished.htmlBud's Skyline Inn is being demolished. ...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 23:41:21 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/princeton-s-sophia-miller-finds-success-at-drive-chip-putt-at-tpc-deer.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/princeton-s-sophia-miller-finds-success-at-drive-chip-putt-at-tpc-deer.htmlPrinceton Iowa’s Sophia Miller finished third in the 12 and 13 year division of the Drive, Chip and Putt qualifier at TPC Deere Run. Local 4’s Nick Couzin has the story....Wed, 29 Jul 2026 23:32:02 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/one-dead-after-single-vehicle-crash-on-u-s-34.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/one-dead-after-single-vehicle-crash-on-u-s-34.htmlA Burlington man is dead after a single vehicle accident on U.S. Highway 34 this morning. The Des Moines County Sheriff’s Office responded to the east bound lanes of U.S. Highway 34, west of Danvil…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 23:22:05 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/packers-release-veteran-wide-receiver-sammy-watkins.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/packers-release-veteran-wide-receiver-sammy-watkins.htmlGREEN BAY, Wis. (AP)The Green Bay Packers have released veteran wide receiver Sammy Watkins in advance of their Monday night game with the Los Angeles Rams. Watkins had 13 receptions for 206 yards …...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 23:13:03 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/have-a-super-time-at-gigi-s-playhouse-walk-run.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/have-a-super-time-at-gigi-s-playhouse-walk-run.htmlUp, up and away! GiGi’s Playhouse helps some real superheroes every day as they provide free educational and therapeutic programs for individuals with Down syndrome and their families, and no…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 22:02:00 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/frigid-weather-can-cut-electric-vehicle-range-and-make-charging-tough-.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/frigid-weather-can-cut-electric-vehicle-range-and-make-charging-tough-.htmlPITTSFIELD TOWNSHIP, Mich. (AP) — For nearly a week, frigid temperatures from Chicago to northern Texas have made life painful for electric-vehicle owners, with reduced driving range and hours of w…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 22:00:18 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/unique-tug-fest-returns-next-month-in-leclaire-port-byron.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/unique-tug-fest-returns-next-month-in-leclaire-port-byron.htmlThe annual Tug Fest — a unique 3-day event unlike any other festival in the nation — will run August 11-13, 2022. This year’s theme is “Mardi Gras – Beads and Boots” and the Tug-for-a-C…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 21:50:27 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/capital-one-s-bid-for-discover-carries-expectation-that-americans-won-.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/capital-one-s-bid-for-discover-carries-expectation-that-americans-won-.htmlNEW YORK (AP) — Capital One Financial is betting that Americans will keep shopping and use a credit card to pay for their purchases at stores and on the internet. Capital One announced Monday that …...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 21:23:44 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/clock-is-ticking-for-nikki-haley-in-south-carolina.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/clock-is-ticking-for-nikki-haley-in-south-carolina.htmlWith just a few days until South Carolina’s GOP primary, Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley made some big news about the future of her campaign....Wed, 29 Jul 2026 21:10:43 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/us-wholesale-inflation-accelerated-in-january-in-latest-sign-that-pric.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/us-wholesale-inflation-accelerated-in-january-in-latest-sign-that-pric.htmlWASHINGTON (AP) — Wholesale prices in the United States picked up in January, the latest sign that some inflation pressures in the economy remain elevated. The Labor Department reported Friday that…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 21:09:47 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/davenport-citibus-awarded-4-8m-in-federal-grants-for-electric-buses.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/davenport-citibus-awarded-4-8m-in-federal-grants-for-electric-buses.htmlThe City of Davenport is adding four electric buses to Davenport CitiBus starting in early 2024, with the help of an award of over $4.8 million in Federal Transit Administration Bus and Low- and No…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 21:01:57 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/uconn-purdue-stay-atop-ap-top-25-while-chaos-ensues-as-duke-wisconsin-.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/uconn-purdue-stay-atop-ap-top-25-while-chaos-ensues-as-duke-wisconsin-.htmlThe top five of the AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll remained unchanged Monday with defending national champ UConn still ahead of mighty Purdue, streaking North Carolina, defensive-min…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 20:30:39 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/3-university-of-wyoming-swimmers-killed-in-highway-crash-in-colorado.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/3-university-of-wyoming-swimmers-killed-in-highway-crash-in-colorado.htmlCHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) — Three members of the University of Wyoming swimming and diving team were killed and two others injured when their sport utility vehicle veered and rolled over alongside a rura…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 20:25:23 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/hawkeyes-avenge-only-loss-win-gulf-coast-showcase.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/hawkeyes-avenge-only-loss-win-gulf-coast-showcase.htmlCaitlin Clark scored 32 points, and No. 5 Iowa survived wasting a pair of double-digit leads before rallying to finally beat No. 16 Kansas State 77-70 in the championship game of the Gulf Coast Sho…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 20:16:58 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/linda-cook-review-tinder-swindler-is-real-life-thriller-about-a-con-ar.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/linda-cook-review-tinder-swindler-is-real-life-thriller-about-a-con-ar.htmlI watched “The Tinder Swindler” with my husband. We’ve been married 30 years. We met under unusual circumstances – I interviewed him about an award he won for an artwork  – and we were good fr…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 20:15:57 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/ice-cream-smoothies-more-icy-bubbles.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/ice-cream-smoothies-more-icy-bubbles.htmlIf you’ve been hiding under a rock for the last few months you’ve probably missed the rolled ice cream craze that has been gaining in popularity all over the country…but don’t fret, because you’re …...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 19:55:59 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/ada-limon-named-the-24th-u-s-poet-laureate.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/ada-limon-named-the-24th-u-s-poet-laureate.htmlNEW YORK (AP) — The country’s next poet laureate, Ada Limón, has long thought of her work as a public art form. “I grew up with poetry being in the community,” says Limón, a native of Sonoma,…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 19:49:43 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/critics-attack-des-moines-diocese-s-gender-identity-policies.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/critics-attack-des-moines-diocese-s-gender-identity-policies.htmlDES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Critics are attacking the Diocese of Des Moines’ new gender-identity policies, calling them hateful and discriminatory. The policies will go into effect on Jan. 16, the Des …...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 19:39:47 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/moline-thrills-wharton-field-house-with-a-91-32-win.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/moline-thrills-wharton-field-house-with-a-91-32-win.htmlThe Moline Maroons jumped out to a fast start and never let up as they beat Galesburg 91-32 on December 2....Wed, 29 Jul 2026 19:19:46 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/teens-face-murder-charges-in-connection-with-teacher-s-slaying.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/teens-face-murder-charges-in-connection-with-teacher-s-slaying.htmlTwo 16-year-olds who face murder charges in connection with the homicide of a Fairfield, Iowa, High School teacher are in custody in Jefferson County Jail, each held on $1 million bond. Willard Nob…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 19:13:00 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/moline-names-new-economic-development-boss.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/moline-names-new-economic-development-boss.htmlA longtime Moline employee who was involved in many significant projects – including the creation of John Deere Commons and renovation of the Element Hotel – will be the city’s new director of comm…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 19:02:29 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/natalie-portman-and-benjamin-millepied-divorce-after-11-years-of-marri.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/natalie-portman-and-benjamin-millepied-divorce-after-11-years-of-marri.htmlNEW YORK (AP) — Natalie Portman and Benjamin Millepied have divorced after 11 years of marriage and two children. The Oscar-winning actor and Millepied, a choreographer and director, finalized the …...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:45:31 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/bachelorette-rachel-lindsay-s-husband-bryan-abasolo-files-for-divorce-.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/bachelorette-rachel-lindsay-s-husband-bryan-abasolo-files-for-divorce-.htmlThe bloom is off the final rose for “Bachelorette” star Rachel Lindsay and husband Bryan Abasolo, who found love on the reality dating show. Court records show that Abasolo filed to end their marri…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:35:57 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/it-s-affecting-everybody-down-here-in-moline-taxslayer-center-shutdown.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/it-s-affecting-everybody-down-here-in-moline-taxslayer-center-shutdown.htmlLike so many other businesses the Taxslayer Center has been hit hard by the pandemic. Arenas were some of the first to close. It’s had no revenue come in since early March. The financial impa…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:35:13 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/migrant-surge-on-spain-morocco-border-brings-more-suffering.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/migrant-surge-on-spain-morocco-border-brings-more-suffering.htmlFNIDEQ, Morocco (AP) — They are desperate teenagers and jobless men. They come from Morocco’s coastal towns, its mountainous east or even farther away — from sub-Saharan Africa. And they all conver…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:21:56 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/get-educated-with-western-governors-university.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/get-educated-with-western-governors-university.htmlRegional Vice President Dr. Terrance Hopson sat down with us to talk about how Western Governors University is making it easier to get a degree for military families. For more information visit wgu…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:19:53 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/fbi-report-juvenile-kidnapping-out-of-peru-illinois.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/fbi-report-juvenile-kidnapping-out-of-peru-illinois.htmlThe Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) released information of a juvenile kidnapping out of Peru, Illinois. Law enforcement was informed of the abduction around 5:30 a.m. on Monday. The victim i…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:08:07 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/black-hawk-college-participates-in-family-diversity-event-in-east-moli.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/black-hawk-college-participates-in-family-diversity-event-in-east-moli.htmlBlack Hawk College will participate in Celebrating Our Diversity, a free family event Saturday, April 29 at Glenview Middle School in East Moline. The program will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the …...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:40:59 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/punting-is-winning-tory-taylor-a-fan-favorite-and-an-all-time-great-pl.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/punting-is-winning-tory-taylor-a-fan-favorite-and-an-all-time-great-pl.htmlPunters don’t typically get standing ovations. Punting, objectively, is a by-product of a football team’s offense not scoring. But in Iowa City, punting is winning. Hawkeyes punter Tory…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:29:03 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/u-t-boys-win-road-game-at-alleman-52-40.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/u-t-boys-win-road-game-at-alleman-52-40.htmlUnited Township boys basketball wins on the road at Alleman, 52-40....Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:26:26 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/hawks-to-go-tailgate-generating-dollars-ftk-in-a-unique-way.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/hawks-to-go-tailgate-generating-dollars-ftk-in-a-unique-way.htmlThere have been multiple grassroots fundraisers to generate money for the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital. One pregame party for Iowa football games is using a drink trail…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:17:35 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/mayfield-throws-for-337-yards-and-3-tds-to-lead-buccaneers-to-32-9-nfc.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/mayfield-throws-for-337-yards-and-3-tds-to-lead-buccaneers-to-32-9-nfc.htmlTAMPA, Fla. (AP) — All Baker Mayfield and the resurgent Tampa Bay Buccaneers wanted was an opportunity to make some noise in the playoffs. A strong finish to the regular season provided one. Their …...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:02:03 -0400https://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/bewitching-bash-promises-a-scary-good-time.htmlhttps://7300.clubforgrowthfoundation.org/bewitching-bash-promises-a-scary-good-time.htmlThe Muscatine Parks and Recreation Department invites the public to “come and have a scary good time this Halloween” as they sponsor a Bewitching Bash. Also known as “the Return o…...Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:54:07 -0400