I Bake It That Way bakery set to open in Geneseo
UPDATE: On Tuesday, April 21, the bakery announced on Facebook they had to delay their grand opening.
"Due to unforeseen maintenance issues beyond our control, we regret to inform you that our grand opening will be postponed for a few weeks. This decision was not made lightly; however, it is important to us that we are able to provide the highest quality experience to our guests from the very beginning."
The bakery will be reaching out directly to those who have been in contact with Nicole Rubitsky regarding prior arrangements to provide updates and discuss next steps.
"A new grand opening date will be announced soon, and we look forward to welcoming you once everything is fully prepared," Rubitsky said.
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The sweet scent of fresh-baked cakes and artisanal treats is coming to Main Street in Geneseo.
I Bake It That Way Bakery will have its official grand opening celebration on Saturday, April 25. The bakery is located at 115 E. Main St. in Geneseo. The bakery invites the community to experience a day filled with sweetness, celebration, samples, and a first look at their unique dessert creations. I Bake It That Way Bakery is woman owned and operated by Nicole Rubitsky.
The festivities kick off early at 8 a.m., with a formal ribbon cutting ceremony scheduled for 10 a.m. Guests are encouraged to arrive early, as the first 50 visitors will receive a complimentary decorated cookie to mark the occasion.
"Our grand opening is a chance to share our passion for baking while providing our customers with more variety and the convenience of extended hours to satisfy those sweet cravings at any time." said Rubitsky.
Bakery website is ibakeitthatway.com. Email address is ibakeitthatway@gmail.com. Facebook page is I Bake It That Way -Bakery & Cafe.
Vera French Foundation to celebrate new housing development
The Vera French Foundation will hold a ribbon cutting to celebrate the brand new Carol’s Village Gardens on Friday, April 24, at 10:30 a.m. The new housing development is located at 820 Harrison St in Davenport.
Located on the campus of Vera French’s Carol Center, 808 North Harrison, Carol’s Village Gardens is a new 30-unit housing development, developed jointly by the Vera French Community Mental Health Center, Vera French Housing & the Vera French Foundation.
The Carol Center is located on Harrison Street just west of Davenport Central High School. The campus is at the southern end of the Hilltop Campus Village and right before the northern boundary of downtown Davenport. Click here to read more.
Stop & Shop has a variety of everyday items of snacks, wine, beer, non-alcohol beverages, tobacco, charcoal for the grill, and more. The convenience store is located at 702 17th Avenue.
Stop & Shop reopens convenience store in East Moline
Stop & Shop convenience store reopens in East Moline. The upgraded convenience store is located at 702 17th Avenue.
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Stop & Shop is currently open 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Follow Stop n Shop Facebook page for updates.
Business phone number is 309-203-1159.
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The grand opening will have a live mini demo bungee classes, vendors, exclusive founding member specials, giveaways, photo ops and good vibes only.
Reesha Cunningham if the founder and CEO of Aura Collective Bungee Fitness.
The founder and CEO is Reesha Cunningham.
"With 5 years of Bungee Fitness experience, I am passionate about helping people move, have fun, and feel strong + confident," Cunningham said on her website. "My goal is to create an inclusive, welcoming, supportive space where everyone can challenge themselves and celebrate their progress in a judgement free zone while supporting their mental health in an uplifting environment."
Visit their website auracollectivebungee.com for class types, booking, policies, and for more information.
Operation hours are 6-8 p.m. Monday, 7:15-8:15 p.m. Tuesday, 7-8 p.m. Wednesday, 1-2 p.m. and 4-7 p.m. Saturday, and 3:30-4:30 p.m. Sunday.
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The facility opened in December of 2025. The fifteen person staff is available nights, weekends, and holidays, providing in-person hospice care when its needed most. They strive to offer quality care to Moline residents and surrounding communities to help patients and their loved ones with the assistance needed for the end-of-life journey. St. Croix Hospice facility in Moline serves counties in Henry, Mercer and Rock Island. The Davenport branch serves counties in Clinton, Jackson, Muscatine and Scott.
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CHC Muscatine Medical, Dental & Behavioral Health Clinic new facility
Community Health Care, Inc. held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new CHC Muscatine Clinic. The new facility is located at 1221 Park Avenue.
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The new 13,000 square-foot outpatient clinic provides affordable primary medical, dental and behavioral health care services. The clinic also contains a pharmacy area that will open in the coming months. The new facility will also serve as the home for CHC’s Outreach Services in Muscatine.
Bettendorf’s Friendship Park new playground opens
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“One of the most rewarding aspects of these park projects is cutting the ribbon and seeing families flood their local park to enjoy a new playground,” said John Byrnes, Parks & Recreation Director. “Throughout this process, this passionate community has come out to support this park project that will now feature one of the most unique playgrounds in the City of Bettendorf for decades to come!”
