Throughout the month of February, we recognize the achievements of remarkable African American men and women, including many great leaders here in Iowa. This month provides an important opportunity to commemorate the contributions made to our country by these brave men and women, and to rededicate ourselves to making our nation more just and equal for everyone.

February 12th, 2018 - LeClaire, Iowa – The Midwest Manufacturing Business Coalition will hold a Leadership Roundtable on February 28th, 2018 in LeClaire, Iowa at Steventon’s Restaurant, from 10:00-2:00pm. The event is sponsored by RILCO Lubricants & Services.

Astronaut Whitson, an Iowa native, flew on Expedition 50/51 which launched on November 17, 2016, and returned safely to Earth on September 3, 2017. During the expedition, she contributed to hundreds of experiments in biology, biotechnology, physical science and Earth science, welcomed several cargo spacecraft delivering tons of supplies and research experiments.

A joint investigation, involving daytime residential burglaries in Bettendorf, Davenport, and rural Scott County, has resulted in the arrest of two suspects. Kalandis Rashird McNeil Sr. and Erica Elizabeth Kauer were both arrested on 02/07/18 in Bettendorf, after a Bettendorf Police Officer observed them in the act of burglarizing a residence.