05 Apr 2018

Upcoming events at the German American Heritage Center

By German American Heritage Center

Bringing Down the Butcher of Prague: The Assassination of Reinhard Heydrich

Sunday, April 8 @ 2pm

Dr. Robinson Yost & Dr. Laura Yost, professors of history at Kirkwood Community College, present "Bringing Down the Butcher of Prague: The Assassination of Reinhard Heydrich", nearing the 76th anniversary of one of the most daring (and controversial) episode of WWII espionage- The killing of top Nazi official Reinhard Heydrich.

05 Apr 2018

Eiermarkt Spring Craft Fair

By German American Heritage Center

Saturday, April 7, 10-2pm - Free Admission

Our annual Eiermarkt Spring Craft fair is back! Come visit us and all of our local vendors to find some treats, goodies, and local crafts this spring season! Admission is free for the craft fair!

The Eiermarkt Spring Craft Fair will be on the 4th floor of the German American Heritage Center on April 7, 10-2 PM. See you then!

05 Apr 2018

Maifest Bird Walk in the Amana Colonies May 5th

By Tammara Baker

AMANA, Iowa –The Amana Colonies is a prime spot for bird watching, in part due to the 26,000 acres of Amana Society-owned woods and pastureland surrounding the area, as well as the refuge provided by the 170-acre Lily Lake.

Certain species of hawks, orioles and grosbeaks are just a few of the birds that live in the area year-round. Over the years, veteran Amana birder Lanny Haldy has seen 261 different bird species in the Amana Colonies.

05 Apr 2018

Secretary of State Paul Pate statement on District Court’s ruling

By Kevin Hall

DES MOINES - Polk County District Court Judge David May has issued a ruling regarding gubernatorial candidate Ron Corbett’s appeal to last week’s decision by the State Objection Panel to reject his nomination petitions. 

05 Apr 2018

Illinois State Police to begin providing prescription drug collection receptacles

By Rachel Bold

SPRINGFIELD (Apr. 5, 2018) - The Illinois State Police (ISP) is teaming up with the Save a Star Drug Awareness Foundation to help decrease prescription and over-the-counter drug abuse.

Governor Bruce Rauner announced today that five ISP District headquarters across the state will house receptacles for people to drop off their unused and unwanted prescription medications.

05 Apr 2018

IPTV Premieres George Washington Carver: An Uncommon Life Apr. 30 & May 6

By Susan Ramsey

Johnston, Iowa - While George Washington Carver's rise from slavery to scientific accomplishment has inspired millions, time has dulled the luster of his reputation, reducing him to the man who did something with peanuts. Iowa Public Television announced today the premiere of George Washington Carver: An Uncommon Life, which uncovers Carver's complexities and reveals the full impact of his life and work.

05 Apr 2018

Gov. Reynolds signs 21 bills into law

By Brenna Smith

(DES MOINES) – Gov. Kim Reynolds signed the following 21 bills into law on Wednesday:

05 Apr 2018

Rock Island-Milan Education Foundation Scores $1,095 for Education

By Ken Jacoby

Donations based on football points and basketball three-pointers

05 Apr 2018

Hypnotherapy Self-Improvement Workshop

By Kelly Hendershot

DAVENPORT, IA – April 2018 –Gilda’s Club is hosting a FREE Hypnotherapy Self-Improvement Workshop, led by Genesis Hypnotherapist Brooke Lemke, C.Ht., for anyone impacted by cancer on Thursdays, April 19, 2018 from 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at Gilda’s Club (1234 East River Drive, Davenport, IA). Lemke will teach the power of your mind to live the life you love! Discussion points include:   *   Understanding facts and myths around hypnosis

05 Apr 2018

Take a Bite: A Three Day Food Festival April 20-22, 2018 in the Amana Colonies

By David Rettig

AMANA, Iowa- If you love to eat and drink the Amana Colonies have the perfect event for you. This April the Colonies will present “Take a Bite: A Three Day Food Festival” from April 20th through April 22nd. 

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