Update Rock Island - September 24, 2018

Thursday Night Groove Concert Series -The "Thursday Night Groove" concert series continues at Schwiebert Riverfront Park on Thursday, September 27, 2018 with local band, 1^st Impression. Event is open from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Rock Island Happy Jo...

Free Leaf Collection Program

The City of Rock Island is providing free leaf collection for its residential refuse customers from Monday, October 8 through Friday, December 7, 2018, with the following conditions:

•    Customers must place the leaves in approv...

City of Rock Island Levee Maintenance

The City of Rock Island will be performing levee maintenance starting Wednesday, September 26th. The maintenance will require the bike path to be closed starting on Wednesday, September 26th through Friday, September 28th.

The bike path closure location is...

Rock Island Unplugged

Rock Island Unplugged is an informal yet structured event that will give Rock Island citizens direct access to City Officials.  Mayor Mike Thoms, City Manager, Randy Tweet and all Directors from every City department will be on hand.  It...

Rocket into Reading Sept. 27 at Rock Island Library!

Developing the next stage of reading is the goal of a Rocket into Reading event for ages 5 through 8 at the Rock Island Public Library on Thursday, September 27. The free event is 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Rock Island Downtown Library, 401 19th Street.

Roc...

18 AV Resurfacing Project; 17-46 ST

Phase 4A work is expected to begin on Friday, September 21, 2018, and is anticipated to last for 5 to 7 working days, weather permitting.  During this phase, the southern portion of the intersection of 18th Avenue and 24th Street will be closed. ...

Speak up for intellectual freedom at Banned Books Week

In support of the right to choose books freely for ourselves, the American Library Association and Rock Island Public Library are celebrating Banned Books Week, Sept. 23-29, 2018. Banned Books Week is an annual recognition of our right to access books wit...

Quad Cities Vintage Football Game

Come see the best football game of the year on Sunday, October 14th at Douglas Park Football Field. The rivalry existing between the two clubs is bound to have the players on both sides "on their toes". Come early and get a good seat. The 1920's...

Fall Community Garage Sale

Come
search for a great bargain or hidden treasure! Over6,000 square feet of shopping for toys, home décor, furniture, trinkets and
more at the Rock Island Parks & Recreation Fall Community Garage Sale onSaturday, September 2...

Fire Hydrant Flushing Program

The City of Rock Island’s Public Works Department will begin the Fire Hydrant Flushing Program on Sunday, September 23, 2018, at 11:00 PM.  Crews will be flushing fire hydrants on first and third shifts for approximately a four week per...

Sewer Smoke Testing; 38-46 ST and 18-23 AV

Please be advised that the City of Rock Island and personnel from Veenstra & Kimm, Inc. will be conducting smoke testing on the sanitary sewer lines in the area bounded by 38th Street to 46th Street and 18th Avenue to 23rd Avenue during the period of:...

Update Rock Island - September 10, 2018

Thursday Night Groove Concert Series -The "Thursday Night Groove" concert series continues at Schwiebert Riverfront Park on Thursday, September 13, 2018 with local band, Minus Six. Event is open from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Rock Island Happy Joes wi...

Rock River Flood Warning

Due to the high river level on the Rock River the City of Rock Island is recommending boaters avoid the Rock River west of Ben Williamson Park.  The high river levels combined with the strong current makes this area extremely dangerous.  ...

RIFAC Offers New Toddler Zone

     Bring your
toddler to Rock Island Parks and Recreation’s new Toddler Zone for ages threeand under. Parents and toddlers can drop in twice a month on the first Tuesday
and third Saturday for a fun-fill...

I-74 Mississippi River Bridge Construction Project

In order to keep the community informed of the I-74 Mississippi River Bridge Construction Project, news releases will be sent periodically by the Iowa's Department of Transportation.  For the most up-to-date information, please visit http://www.i...