Rebuild by Going Local
Can struggling river towns bounce back by looking within?
Picture of the Day: Rock Island Grand Prix
Labor Day weekend is coming up, which means it time for those souped-up go-carts to race around the streets of downtown Rock Island. Fun, fun, fun. Rock Island Grand Prix
Destination of the Day: Floatzilla!
Here's your chance to be part of a world record. Head to Rock Island (Illinois) this weekend (August 18) with your canoe or kayak to be part of the attempt to assemble a flotilla of at least 1,903 boats. Guided paddles along the Mississippi and backwaters will take place throughout the day, but the world
Destination of the Day: Tugfest
It's Tugfest time again this weekend, so, if you are anywhere within a couple hundred miles of Le Claire, Iowa or Port Byron, Illinois, you should detour to check out this wacky event. After all, when was the last time you saw a tug-of-war competition that spanned the Mississippi River? For more about Le Claire,
Destination of the Day: Mississippi Palisades State Park
View from Mississippi Palisades State Park, near Savanna IL Mississippi Palisades State Park, just north of Savanna (Illinois) is one in a string of spectacular parks along the Upper Mississippi River. The park has a few Indian burial mounds, several overlooks with dramatic views of the Mississippi River, and an extensive trail network. Besides
Destination of the Day: It’s On the River
Patio view from It's On the River; Port Byron, IL One of the pleasures of summer is enjoying a meal outside, preferably next to the river and, even better, one where someone else does all the work. It's On the River in Port Byron (Illinois) will take care of you on all fronts. Grab