Solving a Problem, Building a Brand: Howard White and Constant Mountain

After a successful first year, GIFT (Growing Illowa Food Together) Gardens is returning, inviting community members to again plant with purpose and share their harvest with neighbors in need.

After eight years leading United Way Quad Cities, Rene Gellerman is leaving the regional nonprofit in June, and is not sure what her next challenge will be, but she plans to stay in the area.

James Dixon (1928-2007) was the longest-serving conductor in QCSO history – leading the ensemble 29 years — and is the subject of a new exhibit at the University of Iowa.

In this episode of Wellness Wake Up Call, we explore the role of fiber in supporting gut health and overall well-being. Learn how a balanced diet rich in plant-based foods helps nourish beneficial gut bacteria, improve digestion, and support immune function. Small changes—like adding more fiber to your meals—can have a lasting impact on your health.

Jon Ralston talks about his book, Games Changer: How Harry Reid Remade the Rules and Showed Democrats How to Fight. We discuss Reid's upbringing into poverty in small town Nevada, his rise in politics, relationship with the casino industry, connection with Howard Hughes, investigations of him by the FBI, his rebuilding of the Nevada Democratic party, and the evolution of his political views, including on the filibuster and "nuclear option." Ralston is Founder and CEO of Nevada Independent and regular commentator on MS-NOW. He is recognized as the leading authority on Nevada politics.

U.S. Rep. Eric Sorensen, a union representing correctional officers and law enforcement, and Gray Matters Collective met on Thursday, April 2 with local first responders on mental health challenges.

Wednesday, Rock Island city leaders and local developers gathered for a groundbreaking at 3809 60th Ave. West, Rock Island, across Illinois 92 from Bally’s Casino and Hotel.