11 May 2017

AAA to Rescue 7 Million During Summer Driving Season

By Gail Weinholzer

American drivers are unprepared for emergency breakdown situations

11 May 2017

Governor Calls for Working Together For Brighter Future for All on Latino Unity Day

By Eleni Demertzis

SPRINGFIELD – Governor Bruce Rauner today thanked the Latino community for its tremendous contributions to the State of Illinois and called for all communities to come together to expand opportunity for all people at the Latino Unity Day Celebration.

11 May 2017

Events for Students & Volunteers Needs - Cardboard Boats & Engineering Kids Camp

By The Quad City Engineering & Science Council (QCESC)
With warmer weather upon us, we are excited to to share information on three very popular upcoming QCESC STEM opportunities for students and volunteers along with an invitation to our monthly meeting.
    11 May 2017

    The Best One Hour Workout in the Country Is Coming to Davenport

    By Erin Vargas

    Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Scheduled for Friday, May 12th at 4:00 p.m.

    10 May 2017

    "Stories in the Park" Offered by the Davenport Library

    By PR & Marketing Team Davenport Public Library

    Davenport Public Library Offers “Stories in the Park” at Vander Veer Botanical Park

    Beginning Tuesday June 6th, the Davenport Library will be offering “Stories in the Park” at the Vander Veer Botanical Park (215 W Central Park). The story times will be held every Tuesday at 11am (except for July 4th) through July. Join us near the pond (in case of rain we’ll meet in the conservatory). Bring some snacks, a blanket and sit back and take a break with your favorite summertime stories!

    10 May 2017

    “Slow Down to Get Around” law to make garbage, recycling workers safer

    By Kurt Liske

    A new Iowa law goes into effect July 1, 2017, requiring motorists to slow down, safely change lanes if possible and operate with caution around waste and recycling trucks with safety lights flashing. The law echoes cautions already in place for motorists passing a stopped public safety vehicle, and drivers could be cited by law enforcement for violating the new law.

    10 May 2017

    JoAnn Johnson announces retirement as superintendent of the Iowa Division of Credit Unions

    By Office of the Governor of the State of Iowa

    Job posting for superintendent now available

    10 May 2017

    Don't miss our Rooftop Beatles Tribute Concert on SATURDAY!

    By Putnam Museum & Science Center
    Like their last live performance on the top of Apple Studios, the Putnam will host a tribute Beatles rooftop concert with a RME band! Please bring your own lawn chairs... seating will be in Putnam parking lot. Local food trucks and beer will be on site for the event.
    For all those who attend, a $3 off coupon will be issued for The Magical History Tour: A Beatles Exhibition. ​​​​​​​
    10 May 2017

    EARLY RUNS SINK RIVER BANDITS IN BOWLING GREENEARLY RUNS SINK RIVER BANDITS IN BOWLING GREEN

    By Jake Levy
    BOWLING GREEN, Ken. -- Six runs over the first three innings buried the Quad Cities River Bandits in a 10-2 loss to the Bowling Green Hot Rods on a warm, humid Wednesday at Bowling Green Ballpark. Cionel Perez could not get through the second inning, allowing six runs on seven hits, to suffer his second loss of the season. Randy Cesar had a pair of hits to extend his hitting streak to seven games and Spencer Johnson had two hits and the lone RBI for the Quad Cities offense in the game.
    10 May 2017

    Gov. Branstad, Lt. Gov. Reynolds announce appointments to the Iowa Board of Medicine

    By Office of the Governor of the State of Iowa

    (DES MOINES) – Today, Gov. Branstad and Lt. Gov. Reynolds announced two appointments to the Iowa Board of Medicine.  These appointments are effective today, are unpaid and are subject to Iowa Senate confirmation.

    Ms. Teresa Garman of Ames, IA previously served in the Iowa House of Representatives from 1987 to 2002, where she served as Chairwoman of the Justice Appropriations Committee.  She replaces Diane Clarke of Lake Mills, IA. 

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