Joushua Blount
Quad Cities Today Reporter
Joshua Blount is originally from Cleveland Ohio and began his broadcast news career in 2021 at ABC 17 News in Columbia, Missouri. He worked as a morning news reporter for two years and would fill in as anchor for the noon newscast when needed.
Before landing his first reporter job, Joushua attended the University of Toledo, in Toledo Ohio. After finding his passion for broadcast television, he went on to earn his Bachelor's of Arts in Media Communication in 2018.
During his time at UT, Joushua was a multimedia journalist for the university's student-produced newscast UT:10 News and ran cameras for sporting events. Joushua would later earn his Master's of Arts in journalism in 2021 from the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa Alabama. During his time there, he interned for Alabama Public Radio and WVUA 23. Joushua also worked on several different video projects including a project for Habitat for Humanity Tuscaloosa.
When Joushua is not at work, he enjoys attending car-related events, playing basketball, finding deals on popular sneakers, looking for the next story idea or catching up with family and friends. Joushua is excited to be in the Quad Cities and can't wait for what the area has to offer. You can watch him in the mornings from 4:30 a.m. - 7:00 a.m. on Quad Cities Today. If you see him out, don't hesitate to say hi or talk about a story idea you have, he loves meeting locals.
Send your story ideas to Joushua at joushua.blount@kwqc.com
Local health officials say you should consider boosting your immune system with some lifestyle changes this winter.
Some families struggle this time of year to provide Christmas gifts to the ones they love. To help with this, Humility Homes and Services is holding its annual Holiday Giving Program to ensure those in need have the Christmas they want.
Fire officials in the Quad Cities are reminding people in the community to keep safety in mind as they decide to use their space heaters this winter.
The YWCA of the Quad Cities is gearing up for ‘Giving Tuesday’ by hosting a Giving Tuesday collection drive at their Davenport location.
Nest Cafe is a non profit, pay what you can restaurant located in Rock Island at 1524 4th Ave. Thursday, the restaurant will open to the public for Thanksgiving from noon until 4 p.m.
Officials with Camanche Public Works are asking the community to come together and donate blankets to care for dogs when they’re lost in the area.
Thanksgiving travel this week is expected to be the busiest it’s been in years. AAA expects over 55 million people to travel for Thanksgiving this week.
Clock Inc, an organization for the LGBT+ community is hosting its first community Thanksgiving dinner called “Clocksgiving”.
The annual Festival of Trees is back at the River Center starting Saturday through Nov. 26.
A Tuesday Report from Visit Quad Cities shows the metro saw a big boost to the economy in 2022 and has exceeded pre-pandemic levels in visitor spending.
The Moline Breakfast Optimist Club gifted Students at Jefferson Early Childhood Center new winter coats, hats, shoes, and mittens as part of their "Shoes and Clothes that Fit"
It’s the time of year when drivers need to be extra careful because deer mating season is underway. That means more deer will be crossing roadways.
The Moline and East Moline Police Departments are participating in “No Shave November” to support the cancer organization Tudi’s Tribe.
The Scott County Sheriff’s office says because it’s common for cars to be stolen in the area, people need to be cautious during the winter time
The owners of Crave Hot Dogs and BBQ in Bettendorf, James and Sarah Ballard are having a fundraising event to help with their daughter’s Lauren cancer journey.
The city of Davenport, the Friends of Veterans Memorial Park, and other community partners are gathering on Thursday to celebrate the opening of Veterans Memorial Park in Davenport.
November is national diabetes awareness month and experts with medical clinics like UnityPoint Health, are encouraging people to learn more about the condition and how to prevent it.
Halloween is just days away. One of the most popular holidays in this country, masses of little superheroes, cartoon and television characters will soon be out in their neighborhoods for trick or treat fun. The American Red Cross has tips parents can follow to help keep the kids safe while enjoying the festivities.
The colder weather is now a factor in the Quad City area. With possible harsh winter conditions expected, it’s time to consider getting your vehicle and home prepared for those conditions.
Several cities in the Quad Cities are offering free yard waste pick-up this fall season to help remove leaves or yard waste from your property.
The Stinky’s House of Horrors annual food drive collects food donations for the Muscatine Salvation Army leading up to its haunted house opening on Oct.28.
The Davenport Fire Department is reminding the community of the many ways to stay safe and prevent a fire as part of fire prevention month.
The Quad City Storm Hosts Peoria Rivermen Saturday October 21. for its home opener. The puck is scheduled to hit the ice at 7:10 p.m. following the pregame concert that will take place in the Vibrant Arena parking lot.
First Baptist Church in Moline will hold its monthly Diaper Depot giveaway on Saturday.
River Action, an organization that focuses on keeping the Mississippi River enjoyable for the Quad City community is gathering Wednesday and Thursday for its 17th Annual Conference at the Rock Island Holiday Inn, in Rock Island.
Monday, The city of Muscatine will begin construction at the 2nd Street & Mulberry Avenue roundabout. The city is working to add the foundation for the new art sculpture called Zenith.
Argrow’s House and Autistic & Loved hosts the grand opening of its new retail store to focused on helping Autistic children and survivors of domestic abuse.
The Buffalo Pumpkin Farm is open every day from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. until Halloween for the public to enjoy every fall activity it has to offer
Breast Cancer Awareness Month is just underway and experts are reminding people of the important information they should know about breast cancer.
The USA BMX Gold Cup Championship is taking place in the Quad Cities for the first time since 2017.More than 800 riders from all over the Midwest will venture to the Q-C-A for their chance at victory on the BMX track.
Common Chord hosted QC Flavor Fest: a fundraiser to raise money for local kids interested in music.
A loud noise will possibly come from your phone Wednesday, as the government will test its nationwide Emergency Alert System.
The Illinois-Iowa Center for Independent Living hosted its 12th annual senior and disability expo on Friday after a three year hiatus due to COVID.
Respiratory illness season is nearing and The Rock Island County Health Department says getting RSV and COVID-19 vaccines has been challenging.
The Mobile Museum of Tolerance is making a stop at the Geneseo Public Library.
In celebration of Dog Week, Humane Society of Scott County is hosting a ‘Name Your Price’ adoption promotion for adult dogs and cats, allowing people to decide the adoption fee themselves.
The City of Bettendorf will start its final phase of The Forest Grove Drive Reconstruction Project Monday, after beginning work in 2022.
The Rock Island Academy hosted the Million Father March on Friday, an event where men from the community join students to start their day.
The Greater Quad Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce has partnered with Project NOW to host a block party as a way to kick off Hispanic Heritage Month.
The Ice Cream Derby in Delmar, Iowa opens new mini golf course
The Bettendorf Fire Department responded Monday night to the fire at Sivyer Steel Castings LLC.
There’s always lots going on around the Quad Cities area whether it’s a festival, parade, fundraiser, march, race, community gathering, live music, or other form of entertainment, the QCA has something to offer for people of all ages and interests.
The Muscatine Fire Department held a special service Thursday to honor Mike Kruse, a Muscatine firefighter who died in the line of duty back in 2002
The Rock Island Public Library and Parks and Recreation Department are coming together to bring back the Lighted Lantern Parade
The Rock Island Milan School District is holding a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion of its administration center renovation.
The Rock Island Arsenal held a walk and ceremony in remembrance of 9/11 Monday.
Geneseo holds 17th Annual Trains, Planes & Automobiles Festival
Two of the Niabi Zoo ponds are now lower after experiencing drought conditions. The low water levels could harm the wildlife.
A downtown Davenport business is now concerned after she say city construction on West 3rd Street is starting to affect her business.
The annual Labor Day “Run With Carl” event took place Monday at Bettendorf Middle School.
