27 Mar 2017

Quad City Symphony Orchestra Presents Masterworks VI: An Epic Performance of St. Matthew Passion

By Mark McLaughlin
IA/IL QUAD-CITIES – In the sixth and final installment of the 2016-2017 Masterworks season, the Quad City Symphony Orchestra (QCSO) disembarks from its river theme to explore one of Johann Sebastian Bach’s greatest masterpieces. The St. Matthew Passion is a work of great depth and drama that explores the final days of Jesus Christ.
27 Mar 2017

Branstad, Reynolds highlight new Navigant Report demonstrating Iowa’s leadership in Wind Energy

By Office of the Governor of the State of Iowa

Over 17,000 Iowa wind-related jobs possible by 2020 says Navigant Consulting

(DES MOINES) – Today, Governor Terry Branstad and Lt. Governor Kim Reynolds highlighted Iowa’s leadership in wind energy at their Monday morning press conference, citing a new report.  The Governor and Lt. Governor were joined by John Boorman, Vice President of the Iowa Wind Energy Association and Doug Spoon, General Manager of TPI Composites in Newton.

27 Mar 2017

Spring has Sprung at the Quad City Botanical Center

By Ryan Wille

Spring has arrived at the Quad City Botanical Center! Throughout the month of April, the QCBC will be hosting a variety of spring related events and activities for the whole community to enjoy. We start off Spring with our April Showers and April Flowers Sunday Family Funday on April 2nd.

27 Mar 2017

"Embracing Hard and Soft Edges" Woman in Art Exhibition Celebrating Woman's History Month

By Pat Bereskin
Please join us to see five accomplished women from different backgrounds and in various stages of life come together to give us a glimpse of their artistic interpretations of Hard and Soft Edges.
27 Mar 2017

Loebsack Statement on the House Republicans Pulling the ACA Repeal Bill

By Joe Hand

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Dave Loebsack released the following statement today after House Republicans pulled the legislation that would repeal the ACA.

“Today is the inevitable result of seven years of choosing cynical political rhetoric over honest policy debate. I remain committed today, just as I have been every day, to work in good faith with anyone in an honest attempt to improve the lives and healthcare of hardworking Iowans.”

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27 Mar 2017

Automobile Contents Thefts Rising

By Erik Andresen

Just a quick note to neighbors to keep your cars locked at night. We have had a lot of neighbors here on stark that have had their cars broken into and contents from their cars stolen. As the weather gets nicer more crimes of opportunity are going to happen. Be sure to keep your houses illuminated. Kids are less likely to break into your car if you have a light on and people can see them.

27 Mar 2017

Fully Online St. Ambrose RN-to-BSN Program Will Accommodate Working Nurses

By Craig DeVrieze

DAVENPORT — Starting this fall, registered nurses can earn a St. Ambrose Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree entirely on their own schedule.

The SAU Nursing Department will offer the RN-to-BSN degree program fully online. The 27-credit hour program will be taught on an accelerated, eight-week class schedule and can be completed in as few 15 months.

27 Mar 2017

Q&A: Tax Filing Season With U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley

By Grassley Press

Q: What tips do you have for Iowans this tax filing season?

27 Mar 2017

Governor Takes Action to Protect Taxpayers

By Eleni Demertzis

- Rauner calls for comprehensive approach to pension reform -

-- Video footage of Governor Rauner addressing today’s action can be found here

27 Mar 2017

Iowa Corn Announces "Future of Agriculture" Scholarship Recipients

By Lisa Cassady

JOHNSTON, Iowa (March 24, 2017) - Iowa Corn announced today the sixteen students who will be the recipients of the Iowa Corn Future of Agriculture Scholarship program for the 2017-2018 school year. This program awards eight $500 first-year scholarships and eight $500 upperclassman scholarships to individuals who are pursuing degrees that will equip them to contribute to the agriculture industry in Iowa.

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