Linda Cook

Davenport

Digital Content Producer at WHBF-TV (Rock Island,IL)

Digital Content Producer at KLJB-TV (Rock Island, IL)

Digital Content Producer at KGCW-TV (Rock Island, IL)

Reporter, film critic.Master’s degree in criminal justice, St. Ambrose University, bachelor degrees in English and education, Monmouth College,

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Figge Art Museum, Davenport, features four new exhibitions | OurQuadCities

5 days ago | ourquadcities.com | Linda Cook

This summer, the Figge Art Museum has four fun and fascinating new exhibitions for visitors to enjoy, a news release says. From the story of the museum’s building to powerful artwork from the past, playful pieces featuring cats, and a creative project made with help from the community, there’s something for everyone. Fever Dreams: German […]
Golfers participate in Virdi Eye Clinic classic to raise money for Lions Clubs of Iowa

1 week ago | ourquadcities.com | Linda Cook

Golfers competed Friday at Glynns Creek, Long Grove, to golf for a cause. Virdi Eye Clinic hosted its 15th annual golf classic that raises money for the Lions Clubs of Iowa. The money raised makes sure that Iowa kindergarten students get eye tests at no cost to help catch vision problems early in their life. (Eric Olsen, OurQuadCities.com)Over the years, the event has raised more than $300,000. “It’s close to our heart. It’s got to do with vision and it’s around children and kids.
Our Quad Cities News helps out at QC Animal Welfare Center, Milan

1 week ago | ourquadcities.com | Linda Cook

This week was Nexstar’s Founders Day of Caring, when thousands of staff members from Our Quad Cities News’ sister stations across the country took part in community projects. Reporter Gaviin Wadelich makes a new friend. (OurQuadCities.com) A group from Our Quad Cities News volunteered at the Quad City Animal Welfare Center, Milan, cleaned up the shelter’s flower beds. It was hot work but our crews were more than happy to dig in and tidy things up.
Arrest made in connection with 2024 East Moline homicide

1 week ago | ourquadcities.com | Linda Cook

A 33-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a 2024 homicide in East Moline, according to a news release from East Moline Police. Milton Ingram (Muscatine County Jail) Milton Eugene Ingram was taken into custody Friday at the Muscatine County Jail on an active arrest warrant for first-degree murder. The East Moline Police investigated the July 21, 2024, homicide of Damion L. Hall that happened on the 200 block of 16th Avenue, East Moline.
Fire damages home in same mobile-home park tornado hit 2 weeks ago near Milan

1 week ago | ourquadcities.com | Linda Cook |Mike Colon

Weather AlertHeat Advisory: Bureau County, Carroll County, Cedar County, Clinton County, Des Moines County, Henderson County, Henry County, Henry County, Jackson County, Jo Daviess County, Knox County, Louisa County, Mercer County, Muscatine County, Rock Island County, Scott County, Warren County, Washington County, Whiteside County
Hemmings Great Race heads toward downtown Moline

1 week ago | ourquadcities.com | Linda Cook

Visit Quad Cities has announced that the Hemmings Great Race presented by Coker Tire will roll into John Deere Commons in downtown Moline on Sunday, June 22, as part of its cross-country journey, a news release says. The world-renowned antique car rally will bring 120 vintage vehicles from around the globe, with the Moline stop beginning at 4:45 p.m. and is open to the public. This high-profile event spans nine days, more than 2,300 miles, and 17 cities, showcasing cars built in 1974 or earlier.
Demolition Derby will take over Henry County Fair grandstand in Cambridge

1 week ago | ourquadcities.com | Linda Cook

The Henry County Fair Demolition Derby takes over the grandstand Saturday, June 21, at 6 p.m. in Cambridge, a news release says. (Wide Open Lenz Photography – Addie Jean) A power wheel demo for kids will kick off the show after the National Anthem, followed by seven classes of demolition derby action. Kids ages 3-10 are invited to bring their power wheel to have their own demo. Kids must wear a helmet and no automotive batteries are allowed. Trophies will be awarded to participants.
UnityPoint Health celebrates volunteers who earned Governor’s Award

1 week ago | ourquadcities.com | Linda Cook

UnityPoint Health celebrates four of its volunteers who have received a Governor’s Volunteer Award from Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds and Iowa Lt. Gov. Chris Cournoyer, a news release says. A special recognition ceremony was held Wednesday, June 4 in Urbandale, Iowa. These UnityPoint Health volunteers were recognized:Bill Jasper (UnityPoint Health)Bill Jasper was honored with a Length of Service Award for his more than 21 years ofvolunteer work.
Ben Griffin commits to John Deere Classic for second consecutive year

1 week ago | ourquadcities.com | Linda Cook

Ben Griffin, who has two victories and eight top 10 finishes on the PGA Tour this year, most recently at the U.S. Open, has committed to play the John Deere Classic for the second consecutive year. Ben Griffin urges his putt on the 18th green but it failed to fall for a birdie during the second round of the Sanderson Farms Championship golf tournament in Jackson, Miss., Friday, Oct. 6, 2023. (AP Photo Rogelio V.
Habitat for Humanity will ‘Rock the Block’ in central Davenport

1 week ago | ourquadcities.com | Linda Cook

Habitat for Humanity Quad Cities has plans to make a meaningful impact in the central city area of Davenport from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. Saturday June 21, a news release says. Habitat for Humanity will hold a groundbreaking for a new house Saturday at 1920 9th Ave., Rock Island. The organization will “Rock the Block” along 17th Street between Gaines and Ripley Street with minor exterior home repairs, landscaping, and beautification projects.

Journalists covering the same region

Devin Brooks

Multimedia Journalist and Anchor at WQAD-TV (Moline, IL)

Devin Brooks primarily covers news in the Quad Cities region, including areas in Illinois and Iowa, United States.

Gary Thompson

Senior Editor at Midwest Living

Gary Thompson primarily covers news in various locations across the state of Illinois, United States, including Chicago and surrounding areas.

Nora Reichardt

Multi-Skilled Journalist at WOI-TV (Des Moines, IA)

Nora Reichardt primarily covers news in the Quad Cities region including Davenport and Bettendorf, Iowa, and Moline and Rock Island, Illinois, United States.