ISP canine officer died in 2017 construction zone accident

SPRINGFIELD – Gov. Bruce Rauner joined Illinois State Police (ISP) officers today to dedicate a portion of Interstate 74 in memory of a state trooper who was killed in a car crash in the line of duty.

Trooper Ryan Albin was traveling with his canine partner, Biko, on I-74 westbound near Farmer City on June 28, 2017, when his vehicle collided with a box truck as they entered a construction zone.  

Feeding America® Network Food Banks across the Country Promote Hunger Action Month

Hubbell-Hart Has Accepts Three Debate Invitations For Governor: KCCI-Des Moines Register Debate in Des Moines, KTIV-Quincy Media Debate in Sioux City, and  KWQC-KCRG-Quad City Times Debate in Davenport

Hubbell-Hart Accepts One Debate For Lieutenant Governor: IPTV Debate in Johnston

The Committee of the Whole agenda/packet has been revised to include the following Public Works Public Hearing:  Public Hearing on the proposed plans and the specifications, form of contract, and estimated cost for the Pump Station 203 Generator & Controls Project CIP #30007. [Ward 6]

CLINTON, IA – September 2018 –Gilda’s Club continues to offer an ongoing monthly Cancer Support Group on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at Zion Lutheran Church.  To better accommodate the needs of the community, we have adjusted the meeting time to 6:30-8:00 pm starting on Sept. 11, 2018. 

 

Fall spells cross country meets and BIG marathons . . . 

Recent rainfall has resulted in higher river levels, causing the city to activate its flood plan.  The Mississippi River level is currently 12.86ft and predicted to reach 14.9ft on Friday, September 7.  Should the predicted crest remain at or below 14.9ft there will be little inconvenience or impact to the public.

Flood measures being implemented this week based on the current river level projection are:

Join us tonight at Great River Brewery from4pm-10pm to raise funds for educational programing we take into area schools. 10% of all proceeds from the evening will go directly to Ballet Quad Cities. Bring your friends, have a beer and meet the artists!

DAVENPORT (Sept. 4, 2018) — Putnam Explorers and Explorers Jr. workshops are returning again this year to the Putnam Museum and Science Center beginning September 8. Intended to highlight topics in a fun and interactive way for children in Pre-K* through 5th grade, workshops occur monthly to provide informal enrichment activities. From exploring oceans to astronaut training, there’s something for every young science lover.

Free Educational Workshop for People Diagnosed with Cancer and Their Loved Ones

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