Update Rock Island - May 20, 2024

Party in the Park

Calling all youth! The Rock Island Police Department and the Police Community Relations Commission invites you to "Kick It With a Cop" by participating in a friendly game of kickball between kids and Rock Island police officers this Wednesday, May 22. The game is just one of the many free activities being offered as we celebrate the grand reopening of Douglas Park after years of renovations and improvements. Stay for Party in the Park and enjoy games, free hotdogs, refreshments, KONA Ice and more. No need to register, just show up May 22 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Douglas Park, 18th Avenue and 9th Street and join in the fun.

Get Ready to Swim!

Whitewater Junction opens for the season this Saturday, May 25 at 10 a.m. Go down the waterslides, play in the water features or swim in the zero-depth to 9-foot-deep pool. Admission is $10 for ages 12 and older, and $7 for ages 3 to 11.

Rock Island Unplugged

Come meet your elected leaders and department heads next week on Wednesday, May 29 and take part in a casual town-hall-style discussion that we call Rock Island Unplugged at the Stern Center, 1713 3^rd Ave, Rock Island. The event begins at 6 p.m. and free, hot appetizers, beverages and a cash bar will be offered.

Come hear the latest updates about Rock Island events, projects, plans and issues, and get answers to your questions. If you are not able to attend in person, email questions in advance to Community Engagement Manager Sarah Hayden at [email protected].

Rock Island has an Olympian!

Congratulations to Rock Island High School class of 2018 graduate Courtney Lindsey, who is headed to the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, which begin July 26. Team USA recently secured their spot during the World Athletics Relays Bahamas 24. Courtney will officially qualify during the Olympic trials next month in Eugene, Oregon. He holds the fastest time in the men's 200 meter event this year.