DES MOINES, IOWA (February 25, 2019) — AARP is now accepting applications for the 2019 Community Challenge grant program to fund "quick-action" projects that spark change in local communities. The grant program, which is now in its third year, is part of AARP's nationwide Livable Communities initiative, which aims to make communities great places to live for everyone.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (February 25, 2019) — Come kick off spring break with live-action Candyland on Saturday, March 9 at 2PM at Fairmount (3000 N Fairmount St).

Can't attend? No worries! This fun and interactive board will be available the entire week of Spring Break in the Children's Department at the Fairmount Library.

This event is FREE and open to the public. For more information, visit www.davenportlibrary.com or call the library at (563) 326-7832.

ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS (February 25, 2019) — Benjamin Greiner, a resident of Davenport, Iowa, is announced as a fall 2018 Distinguished Scholar at Rockford University.

Students attending Rockford University who earn at least a 3.75 GPA with no grades below "C" and having completed all requirements for the semester are named as Distinguished Scholars.

PRESS RELEASE (February 25, 2019) — The American Red Cross has a severe shortage of type O blood and urges type O donors — as well as eligible blood donors of all blood types — to give now to ensure lifesaving patient care isn’t impacted this winter.