17 Aug 2017

Powerful Tools for Caregivers.

By Becky L. King

Do you help take care of a child with special health and behavioral needs? If so, you are not alone. Over 43.5 million family caregivers in America provide a vast array of emotional, financial, nursing, social, homemaking and other services on a daily or an intermittent basis.

17 Aug 2017

Magic Workshop

By Carrie Roelf

“Abracadabra!” Kids ages 10 and up are invited to learn how to impress your friends and family with magic tricks! Rock Island Parks and Recreation will offer a Magic Class on Fridays, September 29 through October 27 from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm at the Rock Island Fitness & Activity Center. Local Professional Magician, David Casas, will lead this special five week magic program.

17 Aug 2017

News From the Iowa State Fair - Aug 17, 2017 Part 3

By Mindy Williamson

Sprout Champions Crowned in Iowa State Fair Talent Search

DES MOINES, IA (08/17/2017) (readMedia)-- Three talented Sprout division acts (ages 2-12) have been selected to perform in the Championship round in Bill Riley's 58th annual Iowa State Fair Talent Search. Each act will perform in exhibition on Sunday, August 20, but will no longer be competing.

The names, ages, hometowns and routines of the acts are:

17 Aug 2017

QC Prime-Time Special Explores Teen Depression and Suicide

By Mark McLaughlin
We All Have Stuff Campaign to Be Launched as Supporting Program
17 Aug 2017

Bustos Announces Federal Funding for the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Rural Energy for America Projects

By Sean Higgins

MOLINE – Today, Congresswoman Cheri Bustos (IL-17) announced $112,365 in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Rural Energy for America Program (REAP). The Rural Energy for America Program was established to increase American energy independence and lower the cost of energy for producers through energy-efficiency improvements and the development of renewable energy systems.

17 Aug 2017

Quad Cities Walk to Defeat ALS Brings Hope to Iowans with ALS

By Lauren Reinhard

The ALS Association Celebrates Supporters in the Quad Cities

17 Aug 2017

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY INTRODUCED AS ST. AMBROSE PREPARES FOR 2017-2018 ACADEMIC YEAR

By Craig DeVrieze

DAVENPORT, IOWA — A new Master of Science in Exercise Physiology program has been added to the graduate curriculum as St. Ambrose University prepares for a new academic year.

The new year at St. Ambrose begins with evening classes Aug. 21.  First-year students will arrive on campus a day earlier. Daytime courses begin Aug. 23.

17 Aug 2017

Niabi Zoo: Pints for Preservation Volunteers Needed

By Joel Vanderbush
On Friday, August 25, the Zoo will host our biggest fundraiser of the year, Pints for Preservation! In order to transform the Zoo into the social venue of the season for adults, we will need many volunteers to help set up and operate drink stations throughout the night. Here’s a breakdown of what we need:
  • Set-up: 2:30-5:30pm – we will need 20 volunteers to help set up tables and chairs around the grounds.
17 Aug 2017

News From the Iowa State Fair - Aug 17, 2017 Part 2

By Mindy Williamson

Clinton County Man Crowned Champion in Iowa State Fair Cookout Contest

DES MOINES, IA (08/17/2017) (readMedia)-- Brandon Bowden of Clinton County was crowned Cookout Champion in the 53nd annual Farm Bureau Cookout Contest judged Tuesday at the 2017 Iowa State Fair.

Additional results below:

Beef

1) Tracey Kenkel, Shelby Co.

2) Brian Halstead, Benton Co.

Lamb

1) Terry Landers, Adair Co.

17 Aug 2017

BANDITS HANG ON TO BEAT CHIEFS

By Connor Onion

9-8 win moves home streak to 10

DAVENPORT, Iowa – The River Bandits won their 10th straight home game with a 9-8 win over the Peoria Chiefs on Wednesday night at Modern Woodmen Park. Salvador Montano earned the win in relief. Ronnie Dawson hit his team-leading 14th homer of the year.

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