31 Jan 2017

Workers Speak Out Across Iowa; Message to Legislators: Stop the closed-door attacks on working families!

By Jean Hessburg

DES MOINES, IA (01/31/2017) (readMedia)-- IOWA -- Iowa workers will speak out across the state on Wednesday, calling on legislators to stop what have been described by media as closed door plans to attack the collective bargaining rights of public employees.

31 Jan 2017

Luke Zapolski named to Butler University Fall 2016 Dean's List

By Marc Allan

INDIANPOLIS (January 31, 2017) - Luke Zapolski, a Economics major from Davenport, IA, has been named to the Butler University Dean's List for the fall 2016 semester.

31 Jan 2017

Minority party obstruction of Treasury, Health and Human Services secretary nominees in Finance Committee

By Grassley Press

Sen. Chuck Grassley, a senior member and former chairman and ranking member of the Finance Committee, today made the following comment on the Democrats’ decision to boycott a committee meeting today to consider President Trump’s nominees to lead the Treasury Department and Department of Health and Human Services.

31 Jan 2017

THE BETTENDORF ROTARY CLUB AWARDS SHELTER GRANT TO CHURCHES UNITED

By Rhonda Johnson

Churches United of the Quad City Area is very thankful to the Bettendorf Rotary Club for a $2,000.00 grant, in support of Winnie’s Place, our emergency shelter for women (with or without children) in the Quad Cities who are homeless and/or victims of domestic violence.

31 Jan 2017

Pick Up a New Hobby this February at the Rock Island Public Library

By Lisa Lockheart

Rock Island, IL: Adult events at the Rock Island Public Library this February will help you beat cabin fever by exploring new hobbies and interests.

31 Jan 2017

Grassley Statement at Judiciary Committee Meeting on Sen. Sessions' nomination to be Attorney General

By Grassley Press

Prepared Statement by Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa

Chairman, Senate Judiciary Committee

Executive Business Meeting

January 31, 2017

Good morning. Today, we’re going to vote today on Senator Sessions’ nomination to serve as Attorney General. After we vote on Senator Sessions, we’ll turn to legislation and other Committee housekeeping business on the agenda. Before I turn to my opening remarks, let me just mention how we’re going to proceed

30 Jan 2017

EVERY BITE COUNTS - Join Us for a Very Special Fundraising Event at Denny's

By Rick Martin

Denny's, 2601 - 52nd Avenue in Moline, will donate 20% of your check (pre-tax) to support the Stand Down for Homeless Vets.

Wednesday, February 15th • 2 PM - 10 PM

Just remember to bring in the attached flyer and show your server. Feel free to invite your friends, family and co-workers!

 

27 Jan 2017

Governor Takes Bill Action on Jan 27, 2017

By Catherine Kelly

CHICAGO – Governor Bruce Rauner took action today on the following bills:

Bill No.: HB 6074

An Act Concerning Civil Law

Action: Signed

Effective: Immediate

Bill No.: SB 261

An Act Concerning Employment

Action: Vetoed

Note: Veto Message Below

Bill No.: SB 2808

An Act Concerning Transportation

Action: Signed

Effective: June 1, 2017

Bill No.: SB 2884

27 Jan 2017

The 23rd annual Quad City Regional Auto Show features announced

By Susan Shrader

The nation’s largest auto show producer, Motor Trend Auto Shows, announces the 23rd annual Quad City Regional Auto Show, coming to the Davenport RiverCenter Friday through Sunday, Feb. 10-12. The event, which showcases 2017 and some 2018 vehicles, is a joint effort of auto dealers of 17 counties in Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois.

27 Jan 2017

Museum Exhibits to See this Winter

By QCCVB

Figge Art Museum: Scrimmage: Football in American Art looks at the evolution of the sport as seen by generations of American artists. Rather than presenting a history of the sport, the Scrimmage exhibit raises questions about sports, art, and their roles in our history and culture over the past 150 years.

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