12 May 2019

National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC), Others Stamp Out Hunger Results

By Marci Zogg

QUAD CITIES (May 12, 2019) — After a great deal of hard work and collaboration, United Way of the Quad Cities is proud to announce the 2019 Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive has collected a preliminary total of 100,119 pounds of food! All donations collected in the Quad Cities will stay in our community and be distributed by River Bend Foodbank.

12 May 2019

Quad Cities River Bandits Roster Update

By Jason Kempf

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 12, 2019) — The Quad Cities River Bandits, in conjunction with the Houston Astros, have announced the following changes to their roster on Sunday. Pitcher Joey Gonzalez has been transferred from Fayetteville (Advanced-A) to Quad Cities. Pitcher Brett Conine has been transferred from Quad Cities to Fayetteville (Advanced-A). Outfielder Carlos Machado has been transferred from Quad Cities to extended spring training.

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12 May 2019

Iowa Attorney General Tom Miller Sues Teva Pharmaceuticals, Others Over Generic Drug Price-Fixing

By Lynn Hicks

DES MOINES, IOWA (May 12, 2019) — Iowa Attorney General Tom Miller joined 43 attorneys-general in announcing a lawsuit against Teva Pharmaceuticals and 19 of the nation's largest generic-drug manufacturers alleging a broad conspiracy to artificially inflate and manipulate prices, reduce competition, and unreasonably restrain trade for more than 100 different generic drugs.

12 May 2019

Lange Nacht des Museums/Night at the Museum Community Event

By German American Heritage Center and Museum

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 10, 2019) — "Lange Nacht des Museums/Night at the Museum" is a unique opportunity for the QC community to visit the German American Heritage Center and Museum (GAHC/M) and engage with others interested in cultural exchange. This event is hosted by Fulbright Germany Alumni and will feature presentations on German and American culture and friendship. Admission is free!

Program

6PM — GAHC Doors open for self-guided tours until 8PM

12 May 2019

Explore the River this Summer with Channel Cat Talks, Riverine Walks, and Art Along the River

By Philip Tunnicliff

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 10, 2019) — Register now to learn about life, history, and opportunity along the Mississippi River firsthand through River Action’s Channel Cat Talks, Riverine Walks, and Art Along the River. The Summer Education Series kicks off on May 19 with Poetry Along the River Banks at Schwiebert Park. Space is limited, so people are advised to purchase tickets in advance at riveraction.org/education.

12 May 2019

Kwik Star Criterium to Donate to Quad Cities Disabled American Veterans

By Kwik Stop Criterium

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 12, 2019) — The Kwik Star Criterium will donate $1,000 to the Quad Cities DAV. Commander Robert Ledtje will receive a donation from Kimberley Keil of Kwik Star at the Start/Finish line (Jersey Ridge Road and 11th Street) at approximately 4:20PM on Memorial Day, May 27. Robert and Kimberley are available for interviews after the short ceremony.

12 May 2019

Scott County Added to Presidential Disaster Declaration for Individual Assistance

By Pat Garrett

DES MOINES, IOWA (May 11, 2019) — Governor Kim Reynolds today received word that Scott County has been added to the Presidential Disaster Declaration granted March 23, 2019, for severe storms and flooding.

12 May 2019

QC Business Chosen for Illinois Made Program

By Molly McGuire

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (May 11, 2019) — Wild Cherry Spoon Co is one of a small number of businesses that has been selected by the Illinois Office of Tourism for the Illinois Made Program. The Illinois Made Program highlights makers, small breweries, and family owned businesses that attract tourism to the state. The business (and Rock Island as a result) will be featured in "Illinois Made" marketing and shared on the award-winning website enjoyillinois.com. 

12 May 2019

Summer Reading Blast Off: Space, Donuts, & More! at Davenport Public Library

By Brittany Peacock

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 11, 2019) — Join us as we blast off into “A Universe of Stories” for the 2019 Summer Reading Program! Kick off the fun on Friday, June 7, at 7PM at our Eastern Avenue Branch (6000 Eastern Ave) to check out the Mississippi Bend AEA’s Star Lab, study the skies with the Popular Astronomy Club, enjoy space crafts and activities, and more! The library will be open late for this special after-hours event.

11 May 2019

Gov Kim Reynolds, Lt Gov Adam Gregg Release Public Schedules

By Pat Garrett

DES MOINES– Governor Kim Reynolds and Lieutenant Governor Adam Gregg on Friday released their public schedules for Monday, May 13–Sunday, May 19, 2019.

The following events are open to credentialed members of the media:

 

Tuesday, May 14

**Gov Reynolds travels to RGA and returns on Thursday, May 16**

 

Wednesday, May 15

Lt Gov Gregg tours Jewell Main St Challenge Grant Project

632 Main St

Jewell, IA

9:45AM

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