At Randall Elementary, the "Simple Gifts" program turns lunchtime into a stage where students perform, build confidence and strengthen their school community.
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- Governor of Iowa
Gov. Kim Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation for 11 Iowa counties after June 5, 2026, storms, activating state aid, grants, and disaster case advocacy programs.
- City of Muscatine
The City of Muscatine will hold an online public surplus auction June 15–29 featuring transit buses, public works equipment, fire gear, and transfer station items.
- Augustana College
Augustana Vikings men’s and women’s cross country teams announce their 2026 schedule, featuring key invitationals, CCIW Championships, and NCAA postseason meets.
- Quad Cities River Bandits
Derlin Figueroa hit his 12th home run, but the Quad Cities River Bandits stranded 9 runners and fell 13-2 to the South Bend Cubs at Modern Woodmen Park.
- Iowa Department of Transportation
Center span installation of the Iowa 9/WIS 82 Mississippi River bridge on June 11–12, 2026 will close the free car ferry and restrict boat traffic near Lansing.
- Iowa Department of Transportation
Iowa and Wisconsin DOTs will install the new Iowa 9/WIS 82 Mississippi River bridge center span June 11-12, temporarily closing the river channel and car ferry.
At Randall Elementary, the "Simple Gifts" program turns lunchtime into a stage where students perform, build confidence and strengthen their school community.
Gov. Kim Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation for 11 Iowa counties after June 5, 2026, storms, activating state aid, grants, and disaster case advocacy programs.
The City of Muscatine will hold an online public surplus auction June 15–29 featuring transit buses, public works equipment, fire gear, and transfer station items.
Center span installation of the Iowa 9/WIS 82 Mississippi River bridge on June 11–12, 2026 will close the free car ferry and restrict boat traffic near Lansing.
Iowa and Wisconsin DOTs will install the new Iowa 9/WIS 82 Mississippi River bridge center span June 11-12, temporarily closing the river channel and car ferry.
The Group Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists continues weekly OB-GYN clinic services in Clinton, offering comprehensive women’s health care close to home.
Black Hawk College celebrates its Spring 2026 Highway Construction Careers Training Program graduates and shares outcomes plus details on the upcoming Fall 2026 class.
Middle Road north of I-80 in Bettendorf will close June 8 for Spencer Creek culvert work, with traffic detoured and ramps open until reopening in fall 2026.
Augustana Vikings men’s and women’s cross country teams announce their 2026 schedule, featuring key invitationals, CCIW Championships, and NCAA postseason meets.
Derlin Figueroa hit his 12th home run, but the Quad Cities River Bandits stranded 9 runners and fell 13-2 to the South Bend Cubs at Modern Woodmen Park.
Blake Mitchell hit two home runs and drove in seven as the Quad Cities River Bandits beat the Cedar Rapids Kernels 11-6 for their third straight win at Veterans Memorial.
Augustana Vikings softball head coach John Nelson announces transfers Cami Carter and Izzy Nordwahl, highlighting their honors and expected impact on the program.
Augustana pitchers Blake Nettleton and Riley Hendren earned D3baseball.com and ABCA/Rawlings all-region honors after standout 2026 seasons leading key CCIW stats.
Tyriq Kemp hit his fifth homer and Josh Hansell earned his first High-A save as Quad Cities beat Cedar Rapids 7-3 at Veterans Memorial Stadium in Iowa.
Madison School & Community Recreation marks its centennial at Goodman Park, honoring 100 years of softball, community programs and partnership with MMSD.
Five Augustana Vikings softball student-athletes earned 2025-26 CSC Academic All-District honors, recognized for their achievements on the field and in the classroom.
QC Craft Beer Week returns to the Quad Cities May 29–June 5, 2026, celebrating its 15th anniversary with events, a new logo and a focus on local brewing history.
Clinton Community College hosts an exhibit of Allen Eberle’s “Splintalism Old Maid” paintings, featuring neon, blacklight art and a June 23 artist reception.
Bettendorf Public Library will host a free May 30 screening of award-winning pie documentary PIEOWA, with filmmaker Beth M. Howard and pie for attendees.
The Muscatine Art Center will host Paintings and Pairings on May 14, featuring wine and cheese tastings plus a guided floral painting session with reservations required.

