Getty ImagesIt's always great to take a look at some positives each year, especially in a year like 2020. Thanks to a lot of from places like , we can now determine which throughout America.The way these results were gathered was from a wide variety of variables like, cost of living, health and fitness, and weather.Now you may be asking yourself where does the Quad Cities fit into this? We actually placed as number. The article says Quad Cities Iowa is a great place, and went on to say,Situated at the confluence of the Rock and Mississippi Rivers, the Quad Cities include Davenport and...…Getty ImagesIt's always great to take a look at some positives each year, especially in a year like 2020. Thanks to a lot of from places like , we can now determine which throughout America.The way these results were gathered was from a wide variety of variables like, cost of living, health and fitness, and weather.Now you may be asking yourself where does the Quad Cities fit into this? We actually placed as number. The article says Quad Cities Iowa is a great place, and went on to say,Situated at the confluence of the Rock and Mississippi Rivers, the Quad Cities include Davenport and...WW…

Telegraph Herald via YouTubeEnter your number to get our free mobile appA new video has been released showing the explosion that happened on Monday on Loras Boulevard in Dubuque.On Monday, Dubuque firefighters battled a fire caused by a gas leak on the 400 block of Loras Boulevard in Dubuque. There was a gas at the residents of 459 Loras Blvd. Dubuque firefighters were dispatched to the Loras Blvd home after Price Electric company struck a gas main while drilling in the area.At 5:40 p.m. on Monday, the explosion occurred and only injured one firefighter who was struck by glass...…Telegraph Herald via YouTubeEnter your number to get our free mobile appA new video has been released showing the explosion that happened on Monday on Loras Boulevard in Dubuque.On Monday, Dubuque firefighters battled a fire caused by a gas leak on the 400 block of Loras Boulevard in Dubuque. There was a gas at the residents of 459 Loras Blvd. Dubuque firefighters were dispatched to the Loras Blvd home after Price Electric company struck a gas main while drilling in the area.At 5:40 p.m. on Monday, the explosion occurred and only injured one firefighter who was struck by glass...WW…

Thinkstock/FoxysGraphicThe team at wanted to know which cities are populated with younger individuals versus which cities are populated with older individuals - to do this they looked at Census data across the 50 major U.S. citiesAmes, IA was ranked at number 4 on the list of cities containing the most young people.The other three were:1.Provo, UT2.Logan, UT3.Manhattan, KSThe list shows that many Midwestern and Southern cities were home to many young residents, you can find that list Midwestern colleges are also notorious party schools with the University of Iowa making it into the top...…Thinkstock/FoxysGraphicThe team at wanted to know which cities are populated with younger individuals versus which cities are populated with older individuals - to do this they looked at Census data across the 50 major U.S. citiesAmes, IA was ranked at number 4 on the list of cities containing the most young people.The other three were:1.Provo, UT2.Logan, UT3.Manhattan, KSThe list shows that many Midwestern and Southern cities were home to many young residents, you can find that list Midwestern colleges are also notorious party schools with the University of Iowa making it into the top...WW…

Atlas ObscuraEnter your number to get our free mobile appIt's hard to find things to do during the coronavirus summer of 2020. But there are still somethings that you can see while practicing social distancing, and they are only 1 hour away from the Quad Cities.If you are looking for unique things that most people don't know about, then do we have a list for you. has found some of the greatest attractions in towns and cities around the world, and there are plenty that are close to the QC. If you're ready for 10 quick day trips then fill up your gas tank and get ready, because here are 10...…Atlas ObscuraEnter your number to get our free mobile appIt's hard to find things to do during the coronavirus summer of 2020. But there are still somethings that you can see while practicing social distancing, and they are only 1 hour away from the Quad Cities.If you are looking for unique things that most people don't know about, then do we have a list for you. has found some of the greatest attractions in towns and cities around the world, and there are plenty that are close to the QC. If you're ready for 10 quick day trips then fill up your gas tank and get ready, because here are 10...WW…

Nikolay TrubnikovEnter your number to get our free mobile appScammers are at it again in the Quad Cities, but this time they are trying to get money from people in a unique,and dare I say, delicious way. The Davenport Police Department has confirmed that the event "Quad City Taco Fest" is fake. the Davenport Police Department said that they, along with the city, have received several inquiries about an unconfirmed event going around Facebook called “Quad City Taco Festival | Davenport." This event, hosted by "Quad Cities Taco Festival" is to be held on September 27, 2020. The event in...…Nikolay TrubnikovEnter your number to get our free mobile appScammers are at it again in the Quad Cities, but this time they are trying to get money from people in a unique,and dare I say, delicious way. The Davenport Police Department has confirmed that the event "Quad City Taco Fest" is fake. the Davenport Police Department said that they, along with the city, have received several inquiries about an unconfirmed event going around Facebook called “Quad City Taco Festival | Davenport." This event, hosted by "Quad Cities Taco Festival" is to be held on September 27, 2020. The event in...WW…

miluxianAs we are approaching the month of Halloween (yes it's a month to me not just a day), it's spooky season time which means time for all the local legends to be told. Here is one for all Iowans... the legend of the "Black Angel."The Black Angel is in Oakland Cemetery in Iowa City and over 8 feet tall. It is above the graves of Theresa and Nicholas Feldevert and Theresa's first son Edward. While angels aren't unusual to be found in cemeteries, over the years this one has become more eerie looking than most. The statue has become a dark and looming figure due to the bronze...…miluxianAs we are approaching the month of Halloween (yes it's a month to me not just a day), it's spooky season time which means time for all the local legends to be told. Here is one for all Iowans... the legend of the "Black Angel."The Black Angel is in Oakland Cemetery in Iowa City and over 8 feet tall. It is above the graves of Theresa and Nicholas Feldevert and Theresa's first son Edward. While angels aren't unusual to be found in cemeteries, over the years this one has become more eerie looking than most. The statue has become a dark and looming figure due to the bronze...WW…

Enter your number to get our free mobile appHy-Vee is making it safer for customers considered "high risk" by reinstating hours designated for people in that category. Hy-Vee announced that it is reinstating its reserved shopping hour for customers considered “high risk.” This decision is in response to the recent increase in COVID-19 cases throughout its eight-state region.These reinstated hours went into effect on Monday, November 23rd.Those considered "high risk" will have reserved hours at all Hy-Vee locations from 7 a.m. to 8 a.m., Monday through Friday, and is dedicated for the...…Enter your number to get our free mobile appHy-Vee is making it safer for customers considered "high risk" by reinstating hours designated for people in that category. Hy-Vee announced that it is reinstating its reserved shopping hour for customers considered “high risk.” This decision is in response to the recent increase in COVID-19 cases throughout its eight-state region.These reinstated hours went into effect on Monday, November 23rd.Those considered "high risk" will have reserved hours at all Hy-Vee locations from 7 a.m. to 8 a.m., Monday through Friday, and is dedicated for the...WW…

Getty ImagesThe MLB has announced a new tentative date for the matchup in Dyersville, Iowa.Enter your number to get our free mobile appSince it's 2020 any plan can change, the MLB is hoping that's still not the case in 2021 so they've tentatively rescheduled the Field of Dreams game in August, 2021.The Chicago White Sox will host the NY Yankees in Dyersville, Iowa on Aug. 12, 2021. The rescheduled game will be MLB's first in Iowa.The game had been scheduled to play at the ballpark next to the Field of Dreams movie site last Aug. 13. When the schedule changed, the Yankees were replaced...…Getty ImagesThe MLB has announced a new tentative date for the matchup in Dyersville, Iowa.Enter your number to get our free mobile appSince it's 2020 any plan can change, the MLB is hoping that's still not the case in 2021 so they've tentatively rescheduled the Field of Dreams game in August, 2021.The Chicago White Sox will host the NY Yankees in Dyersville, Iowa on Aug. 12, 2021. The rescheduled game will be MLB's first in Iowa.The game had been scheduled to play at the ballpark next to the Field of Dreams movie site last Aug. 13. When the schedule changed, the Yankees were replaced...WW…

Published: September 23, 2020Getty ImagesDavenport could be the newest location for a Trader Joe's.  The Facebook group, "", has some big backers including Chris Glass, who was instrumental in getting Portillo’s to the Quad Cities.  And the group recently shared some big news.“We are officially on the radar! Conversations have been had with the Trader Joes’ team this month and we are making strides.  Now it is time to get to work.  We need everyone to continue sharing these posts and inviting their friends to like this page so we can bring this home.”  The...…Published: September 23, 2020Getty ImagesDavenport could be the newest location for a Trader Joe's.  The Facebook group, "", has some big backers including Chris Glass, who was instrumental in getting Portillo’s to the Quad Cities.  And the group recently shared some big news.“We are officially on the radar! Conversations have been had with the Trader Joes’ team this month and we are making strides.  Now it is time to get to work.  We need everyone to continue sharing these posts and inviting their friends to like this page so we can bring this home.”  The...WW…

In 2020 everyone is looking for a way to be happy.  If you are living in the Quad Cities on the Illinois side, and feeling down, perhaps a move across the river will help.In a recent report from , Iowa was ranked the 8th happiest state in the country.  Meanwhile, Illinois came in at 29th.According to the report,In this study, WalletHub drew upon the findings of “happiness” research to determine which environmental factors are linked to a person’s overall well-being and satisfaction with life. Previous studies have found that good economic, emotional, physical and social health are...…In 2020 everyone is looking for a way to be happy.  If you are living in the Quad Cities on the Illinois side, and feeling down, perhaps a move across the river will help.In a recent report from , Iowa was ranked the 8th happiest state in the country.  Meanwhile, Illinois came in at 29th.According to the report,In this study, WalletHub drew upon the findings of “happiness” research to determine which environmental factors are linked to a person’s overall well-being and satisfaction with life. Previous studies have found that good economic, emotional, physical and social health are...WW…