17 Feb 2015

Minor League Baseball Fans Enjoying the Gameday Experience, According to National Study

By Jeff Lantz and Marco LaNave

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – A nationwide study conducted by independent research company Turnkey Intelligence revealed Minor League Baseball fans are extremely satisfied with their at-event experience. More than 20,000 MiLB game attendees were surveyed, and collectively gave the Minor League Baseball gameday experience a Net Promoter Score (NPS) of 58, positioning the league on par with other highly recognizable brands, including the National Football League (NFL), Amazon.com, Westin Hotels & Resorts, Pandora Internet Radio and Discover Card.

NPS, introduced by Fred Reichheld, Bain & Company and Satmetrix in 2003, is a loyalty metric system that identifies customers as brand "promoters," "passives" and "detractors" based on their likelihood to recommend a particular brand. Scores range from -100 to 100, with higher scores indicating stronger brands.

Turnkey's Surveyor Network, officially launched in May 2014, was used to conduct this study, which focused on the experiences of both single game and season ticket buyers. More than 150 collegiate and professional sports properties participated in the study, including teams from Major League Soccer (MLS), Major League Baseball (MLB) and NCAA FBS programs. More than 40 Minor League Baseball teams from eight of its 15 leagues participated in the study.

"With comparative metrics in easy-to-read dashboards, this study was actionable for each participating MiLB club," said Len Perna, President and CEO of Turnkey Sports & Entertainment. "Our Surveyor Network is the only way to compare fan satisfaction metrics across multiple properties and leagues. It's the only way to really know where you stand with your customers."

Further solidifying the results of the study and the Minor League Baseball experience, the league announced its overall attendance at 42.4 million in 2014, the third highest in the organization's 114-year history. The milestone also marked the 10th consecutive year the organization drew an excess of 41 million fans across its 176 teams and 15 leagues.

"Our teams put tremendous effort into guaranteeing a fun, family-friendly experience at every single one of our games and events," said Michael Hand, Minor League Baseball Chief Marketing Officer and President of MiLB Enterprises. "It's gratifying to see that our efforts are being recognized by our fans."

About Minor League Baseball

Minor League Baseball, headquartered in St. Petersburg, Florida, is the governing body for all professional baseball teams in the United States, Canada, Venezuela and the Dominican Republic that are affiliated with Major League Baseball clubs through their farm systems. In 2014, Minor League Baseball attracted 42.4 million fans to its ballparks. Minor League Baseball has provided affordable family-friendly entertainment to people of all ages since its founding in 1901. For more information about Minor League Baseball, visit www.MiLB.com.

About Turnkey Sports & Entertainment

Turnkey Sports & Entertainment is the holding company that owns and operates Turnkey Search, the industry's leading executive search firm, and also Turnkey Intelligence, the industry's leading consumer intelligence firm. For more information about Turnkey Sports & Entertainment, visit www.TurnkeySE.com.

###

17 Feb 2015

A Leprechaun. A Ghost. And Seniors together Saturday, March 14th

By Cheryl Frame

 

Davenport, Iowa - You'd think the title of this story didn't make sense.  That is until you realize the Leprechaun is back, a ghost has been added and the Quad Cities will come together for the 2015 CASI St. Patrick's Day Race on March 14, 2015 to benefit the Center For Active Seniors or CASI as it is known to so many.

 

In its 33rd year, CASI's St. Patrick's Day race, presented by Russell Construction, is THE major fundraiser for the Center for Active Seniors.

 

"Led by a friendly Leprechaun, nearly 3000 runners and walkers race through downtown Davenport, to help raise funds to support CASI's mission of providing services to senior citizens in the Quad City Region," said Laura Kopp, President/CEO of CASI.  "More than $60,000 was raised in 2014 and with a leprechaun on our side, 2015 will be even bigger."

 

Programs available through CASI include senior advocacy services to more than 5,000 families annually in addition to daily activities, community forums, fitness and health initiatives, educational sessions and much more. All proceeds raised benefit CASI programs.


And the ghost? New for 2015 is "Ghost" race registration allowing everyone to help support seniors.  As a ghost, you don't actually participate in the race. Instead, your $30 registration is a donation which includes a t-shirt available during packet pickup and the peace of mind knowing you, too, are helping Quad City seniors.

CASI St. Patrick's Day Race, presented by Russell Construction includes:

Event

Time

Registration

Race Day 

Tot Trot 

9:00 am

$17

$20

 

 

$10/addtl child thru age 7

 

Family Fun Run

9:30am

$17

$20

5K

10:00am

$35

$40

Ghost Runner

 

$30

 

Awards & After Party

11:00am

 

 

Packet Pick-up is Friday, March 13, 2015, at the Figge Art Museum in downtown Davenport on 2nd Street between Harrison & Main Friday, March 13, 2015 from Noon- 6:30 pm and Race Day, Saturday morning, March 14th from 7:00 am- 10:00 am.

So become a ghost, see the leprechaun and help support seniors in the Quad Cities by Join in the fun on March 14th at CASI's 33rd Annual St. Patricks Day Race. Learn more at www.CASIseniors.org and click on the Get Me Registered Icon.

The Center For Active Seniors, Inc. (CASI) was established in 1972 and serves the needs of older adults by providing a variety of events and activities focused on health and wellness, social engagement, lifelong learning, and community involvement. CASI also provides a senior advocacy program to assist older adults, their families, and caregivers in needs assessment and referral for services. Jane's Place at CASI is the only adult day services center in Eastern Iowa serving adults with Alzheimer's and dementia. For more information about the programs and services offered through CASI, visit www.CASISeniors.org or call (563) 386-7477.

17 Feb 2015

Poetry Out Loud Recitation Contest

By Tracy White
QUAD CITY ARTS

WHAT: Poetry Out Loud Regional Recitation Contest

WHEN: February, 21 at 2:00 PM

WHERE: Quad City Arts, 1715 2nd Avenue, Rock Island, IL

WHO:     High School Students from United Annawan and Orion

Quad City Arts announces a regional contest for Poetry Out Loud: National Recitation Contest. On Saturday, February 21 at 2:00 pm students from Orion High School and Annawan will participate in the Poetry Out Loud regional contest at Quad City Arts. Attendance at this event is free and open to the public and refreshments will be served.

The winner of this competition will advance to Illinois' State Poetry Out Loud Competition, being held Friday, March 13, 2015 at 1:00 pm at the Hoogland Center for the Arts in Springfield.  The State champion will advance to the Poetry Out Loud National Finals in Washington, DC, where $50,000 in awards and school stipends will be distributed with $20,000 going to the champion!

The competition, presented in partnership with the Illinois Arts Council, the National Endowment for the Arts, and the Poetry Foundation, is part of a national program that encourages high school students to learn about great poetry through memorization, performance, and competition.  Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation is honored to provide travel support for regional and state finals of Poetry Out Loud in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts. This program is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council, a state agency.

 

For further information call Poetry Out Loud Coordinator Tracy White 563-579-7630

17 Feb 2015

IOWA'S LARGEST COMMUNICATIONS EXPO SET FOR MARCH 3-5

By Rick Martin

(URBANDALE, Iowa) - "We've Got the Power", the Iowa Communications Alliance (the Alliance) 2nd Annual Meeting and Expo, is scheduled for March 3-5, 2015 at Veterans Memorial Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center in downtown Des Moines.

The Annual Meeting and Expo will feature more than 110 strategic partners who provide products, services and expertise to Iowa's 130 rural communications companies.  Nearly 1,000 communications industry professionals from across the region will attend the event.  Participants will learn about current trends in the communications industry ranging from regulatory and legislative issues to emerging technologies, consumer preferences and effective marketing and training techniques.

In addition to a number of expert speakers on a variety of communications industry-related topics, 3-time NFL Pro-Bowler and former Denver Bronco Karl Mecklenburg will address the attendees about the "6 Keys to Success" through his humorous and motivational story-telling style of delivery.

"We are excited to convene this, the second annual gathering of so many communications industry representatives from around our state and across the country.  This event will allow attendees to share best practices, learn about new opportunities, and focus on the ever-changing consumer demands for communications services," said Dave Duncan, chief executive officer of the Alliance. "As Iowans, regardless of zip code, participate and contribute to the global economy our members recognize their responsibility to provide the highest level of connectivity possible to whichever marketplace their customers seek," continued Duncan.

About the Iowa Communications Alliance:

The Alliance was established in 2014 as the voice of Iowa's rural communications industry. Comprised of more than 130 community-based telecommunications providers who offer broadband, telephone and digital television service to rural Iowans; we are the premier leader in education, advocacy and training for our members and we promote economic growth and stability of members and the communities they serve. We believe that all Iowans should have access to affordable and robust broadband connections. 

# # #
17 Feb 2015

UPS Honors Iowa Drivers for 25 Years of Safe Driving

By UPS Newsdesk
DES MOINES, Iowa, Feb. 17, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UPS today announced 11 elite drivers from Iowa are among 1,445 newly inducted worldwide into the Circle of Honor, an honorary organization for UPS drivers who have achieved 25 or more years of accident-free driving.

Iowa boasts 71 active Circle of Honor drivers with a combined 2,041 years of accident-free driving. Cleo Underwood of Des Moines is the state's senior safe driver, with 39 years of accident-free driving under his belt. There are 1,029 total UPS drivers in Iowa.

Globally, 7,878 active UPS drivers are members of the Circle of Honor. Collectively they've racked up more than 221,000 years and more than 5.3 billion safe miles during their careers. That's enough miles to travel to Mars and back 36 times.

"My thanks go to all of them for their dedication and focus, and for the countless lives they've saved," said Jerry Mattes, president, UPS West Region.

Globally, the most seasoned UPS Circle of Honor driver is Thomas Camp of Livonia, Mich., with 52 years of driving without an accident. Ronald McKnight of Bronx, N.Y., is next in line with 46 years of safe driving. Sixty-two others have logged at least 40 years without an accident.

UPS's 102,000 drivers are among the safest on the roads, logging more than 3 billion miles a year and delivering more than 4 billion packages safely.

Founded in 1907, UPS has a rich history of safety and training. The company issued its first driver handbook in 1917 and began recognizing safe drivers in 1923. In 1928, UPS recognized its first five-year safe driver, Ray McCue, with UPS founder Jim Casey presenting him a gold and platinum watch. UPS formally established its safe driving honor program in 1928.

** NOTE: The following table lists local drivers by hometown and UPS center. If you're interested in interviewing a local driver, please contact Dan McMackin at dmcmackin@ups.com. Visit pressroom.ups.com for multimedia assets.

Following is a list of Iowa drivers inducted this year to the Circle of Honor.
----------------------
Driver           Hometown    UPS Work Location
----------------------------------------------------
Baumler,  Karleen   West Union     Decorah
----------------------------------------------------
Donovan, Scott      Pleasant Hill  Des Moines West
----------------------------------------------------
Luzum, Richard      Calmar         Decorah
----------------------------------------------------
Mccolloch, Michael  Redfield       Des Moines
----------------------------------------------------
Mccoy, David        Fairfield      Ottumwa
----------------------------------------------------
Neff, Dave          Runnells       Des Moines
----------------------------------------------------
Price, Gerald       Solon          Coralville Center
----------------------------------------------------
Rogers, Larry       Altoona        Des Moines East
----------------------------------------------------
Welch, Kim          Waukon         Decorah
----------------------------------------------------
Willert, Jon        Davenport      Davenport
----------------------------------------------------
Wyszenski, William  Glenwood       Omaha Hub, NE
----------------------------------------------------
17 Feb 2015

BAKER SCORES GAME WINNER IN ALLEN

By Brian Lavelle

ALLEN, Texas (February 16, 2015) - Kevin Baker broke 1-1 tie at 5:51 of the third period and the Quad City Mallards (25-18-6) went on to defeat the host Allen Americans (34-9-5) 2-1 Monday night.  With their victory over the league leaders, the Mallards opened up a three point lead in the race for second place in the ECHL's Central Division.

Baker buried a cross-ice pass from Justin Fox- who had scored the first Mallard goal- for the game winner

Fox opened the scoring from the right wing circle at 18:07 of the first period.

Spencer Asuchak deadlocked the game at one with a point blank backhander at 6:06 of the second period, but the Americans could not produce another reply after Baker put the Mallards back on top in the third.

The Mallards return to action Friday night on the road against the Brampton Beast.  The Mallards next play at home next Wednesday evening, February 25 at 7:05 p.m. against the Americans.  Fans can purchase four tickets to each Mallards Wednesday home game this season for just $20.  In addition, after each Wednesday home contest, fans can join the Mallards at T.G.I. Friday's on River Drive in Moline- adjacent to the iWireless Center- for a postgame party.

Tickets for all remaining Mallards regular season home games- including the February 25 tilt- are on sale now at the iWireless Center box office, Ticketmaster outlets, ticketmaster.com and Ticketmaster charge-by-phone toll free at 1-800-745-3000.  The box office is open weekdays from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and game days from 10:00 a.m. until the start of the second period.  Tickets are available for $10, $16, $20 and $28.
17 Feb 2015

Jury of My Peers - The new album by Cedar Rapids, Iowa Guitarist Dave Paris

By Dave Paris
2015 is shaping up to be an epic year for Cedar Rapids, Iowa guitarist Dave Paris. Although not exactly a "rockstar", Dave has a reputation of being a guitar players-guitar player. This under-the-radar guitarist has contributed to recordings that are garnishing national attention in genres as diverse as pop, country, jazz and gospel. Dave has worked with artists like Mitch Goudy and Diana Upton-Hill, and has been the go-to player for live dates in small clubs, coffeehouses, churches, and concert halls.

February marks the release of his new album Jury of My Peers which aspires to bring this versatile session player and private guitar instructor center stage. The new album combines hard and modern rock, blues, and a little funk in 13 original instrumental songs of melodic sensibility and top-notch musicianship, with just the right amount of technical precision.

The album opener and lead single "Roman's Road" is a wah-fueled shred fest with a driving low-end. This song has particular importance to Dave as it was inspired by and dedicated to his young nephew, Roman, who was born four months premature. A music video was filmed featuring Roman and Dave's nieces intermingled with footage of Roman's plight from the hospital to home, and proceeds from the sale of the single are being donated to charity.

This album is 100% guitar, but the musician's track listing reads more like a Who's Who of the Midwest's finest musicians. Californian musicians relocating from the coast have become the recent trend, and Dave has grasped this opportunity to work with the best players he could find; not only to backup his arrangements, but to step into the forefront of the mix when needed.

Former LA drummer and Modern Drummer columnist Rick Long, now active in the Kansas City music scene, appears on three tracks including the blues-based "Seeds on Stones", which also has Dave Paris Group member Barbe Paris pulling double-duty on keyboards and acoustic bass.

Before Brent Harknett, current drummer of The Dave Paris Group, took up residence in Iowa, he had an active career in the LA music scene. His musical resume includes work with Jeff Watson of Night Ranger, Blue Cheer, and most recently John Elefante formerly of Kansas. Harknett cuts loose with Barbe on bass for the 7-string, hard rock tune "Last 2nd." He later adds a funky beat and energetic solo to the Talk Box-driven "Penguin Love."

Other rock-blues highlights include the very raw, traditional blues piece "Wood, Wire, Wind." Dave's good friend and collaborator Cyprian Alexzander trade leads on this piece with Dave's contribution from a three-string, fretless cigar box guitar and Cyprian on blues harp. "Chapter and Verse" features a guest appearance by world-renown, Kansas City-based guitarist Jeff Scheetz, with a reggae-like breakdown where Barbe lays down a keyboard solo.

"Night Before Last", a symphonic rock arrangement too big to fit into earbuds, features violinists from the Cedar Rapids Symphony Orchestra carrying the melody and backing Dave's blistering solo. Dave utilizes the eBow guitar effect to emulate a Moog-style keyboard on the progressive rock of "The Author of Fate." The straight-ahead, double-kick rhythms of "Free B", is pure modern rock with a driving groove and singable lead line.

Musicians, particularly guitarists, are going to love this album, but non-musicians will lock into the melody-intense songs with its larger-than-life arrangements and production. Final mix down, editing, mastering, and design layout was handled by Doug Johnson at Cedar Rapids' Recording Guy's Studio. RGS Productions has worked on hundreds of internationally-known projects and artists over the years, and has a reputation for major-label quality and hometown ethics.

Jury of My Peers, as well as other singles, and the Dave Paris Group's 2010 release "Words and Music" are available on iTunes, Amazon, CDBaby and other outlets. Of course, you can hear it live when Dave and his band hit the road throughout 2015 to support the release; It's going to be epic.

Visit the official website at daveparis.com for more info including music videos, free music downloads, and photos.

17 Feb 2015

Students honored for academic success during the 2014 fall semester

By University News Service
MINNEAPOLIS / ST. PAUL, Minn. (February 16, 2015) - [Name] of [Hometown] has been named to the 2014 fall semester Dean's List at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities, the university announced today.

[First Name] is a [Class Year] in the university's [College].

To qualify for the Dean's List, a student must complete 12 or more letter-graded credits while attaining a 3.66 grade point average.

-30-

HOMETOWN, STATE; NAME, CLASS YEAR, COLLEGE

Bettendorf, IA

Sydney Dwyer, Freshman, Col of Educ/Human Development
Abhishek Vaidya, Senior, College of Biological Sciences

Moline, IL

Evan Templeman, Senior, College of Biological Sciences
17 Feb 2015

Local students named to University of Iowa Dean's List

By Deborah Thumma

IOWA CITY, IA (02/16/2015)(readMedia)-- Students from your area have been named to the Dean's List for the 2014 fall semester. Those students are:

Meg King of Bettendorf (52722)

Anna Roa of Bettendorf (52722)

Ava Lynn of Bettendorf (52722)

Benjamin Spector of Bettendorf (52722)

Neel Patel of Bettendorf (52722)

Jenna Adams of Bettendorf (52722)

Gina Chieffo of Bettendorf (52722)

Michael Jones of Bettendorf (52722)

Trevin Cusimano of Bettendorf (52722)

Abigail Drexler of Bettendorf (52722)

Bailey Ford of Bettendorf (52722)

Jason Meighan of Bettendorf (52722)

Katherine Chanez of Bettendorf (52722)

Alexis Bushman of Bettendorf (52722)

Hanna Walker of Bettendorf (52722)

Abdualrahman Ismail of Bettendorf (52722)

Mohammed Ismail of Bettendorf (52722)

Joshua Sumhlei of Bettendorf (52722)

Regina Henderson of Bettendorf (52722)

Emily Speer of Bettendorf (52722)

Emily Braught of Bettendorf (52722)

Noel Thachil of Bettendorf (52722)

Megan Hawley of Bettendorf (52722)

Alex Heesch of Bettendorf (52722)

Marcus Goodwin of Bettendorf (52722)

Lauren Kostoglanis of Bettendorf (52722)

Dylan French of Bettendorf (52722)

Gregory Gunther of Bettendorf (52722)

Ellen Gackle of Bettendorf (52722)

Nicole Hansen of Bettendorf (52722)

Taylor Earnest of Bettendorf (52722)

Brooke Wehrle of Bettendorf (52722)

Noah Kirschbaum of Bettendorf (52722)

Genevieve Kwan of Bettendorf (52722)

Kayla Kruse of Bettendorf (52722)

Mackenzie Kennedy of Bettendorf (52722)

Karly Dankert of Bettendorf (52722)

Maureen Lonergan of Bettendorf (52722)

Taylor Curran of Bettendorf (52722)

Alexandra Stecker of Bettendorf (52722)

Megan Sanchez of Bettendorf (52722)

Tyler Harper of Bettendorf (52722)

Claire Schluensen of Bettendorf (52722)

Austin Norden of Bettendorf (52722)

Gina Sears of Bettendorf (52722)

Anthony Yang of Bettendorf (52722)

Rachel Kettelkamp of Bettendorf (52722)

Elizabeth Ann Berger of Bettendorf (52722)

Anna Rodriguez of Bettendorf (52722)

Daniel Rodriguez of Bettendorf (52722)

Sarah Rodriguez of Bettendorf (52722)

Alyson Wennlund of Bettendorf (52722)

Sanjana Ramesh of Bettendorf (52722)

Victoria Nelson of Bettendorf (52722)

Nicholas Gerwe of Bettendorf (52722)

Ellen Turner of Bettendorf (52722)

Hogan Knott of Bettendorf (52722)

Brian Paul of Bettendorf (52722)

Deepon Sarkar of Bettendorf (52722)

Erin Mitchell of Bettendorf (52722)

Matthew Wheat of Bettendorf (52722)

Bharabi Pandit of Bettendorf (52722)

Austin Smith of Bettendorf (52722)

Akshaya Warrier of Bettendorf (52722)

Rachel Fuller of Bettendorf (52722)

Andrew Miles of Bettendorf (52722)

Dilon Thompson of Bettendorf (52722)

Eric Hale of Bettendorf (52722)

Arham Pasha of Bettendorf (52722)

Tristan Thompson of Bettendorf (52722)

Emily Wallace of Bettendorf (52722)

Hannah Thomsen of Bettendorf (52722)

Zachary Miller of Bettendorf (52722)

Adam Fitzsimmons of Bettendorf (52722)

Joseph Sink of Bettendorf (52722)

Greg Windeknecht of Blue Grass (52726)

Ashlyn Glass of Blue Grass (52726)

Korinne Fangmann of Blue Grass (52726)

Adam Hay of Blue Grass (52726)

Derek Ahrens of Buffalo (52728)

Kaitlin Schmidt of De Witt (52742)

Grant Weber of De Witt (52742)

Amanda Melvin of De Witt (52742)

Delaney Brainerd of De Witt (52742)

Nicole Mooc of De Witt (52742)

Allyson Schnoor of De Witt (52742)

Peter Keegan of De Witt (52742)

Bryan Connell of De Witt (52742)

Dillon Connell of De Witt (52742)

Mackenzie Leonard of De Witt (52742)

Colleen Gannon of De Witt (52742)

Adrian Simonson of De Witt (52742)

Mackenzie Wing of De Witt (52742)

Brian Kruse of De Witt (52742)

Adrian Templeton of De Witt (52742)

Austin Belk of Eldridge (52748)

Hope Wilson of Eldridge (52748)

Abby Peeters of Eldridge (52748)

Tyler Blondell of Eldridge (52748)

Aileen Spickermann of Eldridge (52748)

Amanda Burroughs of Eldridge (52748)

Abby Frantz of Eldridge (52748)

Johnathan Kinney of Eldridge (52748)

Michael Hackbarth of Eldridge (52748)

Alexander McCammant of Eldridge (52748)

Grace McCammant of Eldridge (52748)

Kimberly Rude of Eldridge (52748)

Grayson Schmidt of Eldridge (52748)

Abigail Morrow of Eldridge (52748)

Alexa Hanson of Eldridge (52748)

John Davison of Eldridge (52748)

Kolton O'Day of Eldridge (52748)

William Aden of Eldridge (52748)

Kevin Meyer of Eldridge (52748)

Loren Brotherton of Eldridge (52748)

Madeline LaPage of Eldridge (52748)

Madeline Hurning of Leclaire (52753)

Brandon Dowty of Le Claire (52753)

Ashten Sherman of Le Claire (52753)

Cooper Odegard of Leclaire (52753)

Regan Odegard of Leclaire (52753)

Benjamin Donovan of Le Claire (52753)

Dan Moss of Leclaire (52753)

Joseph Schuler of Le Claire (52753)

Joseph Snyder of Long Grove (52756)

Ashley Schabilion of Long Grove (52756)

Emily Kolwey of Long Grove (52756)

Natasha Porter of Long Grove (52756)

Emily Schoer of Muscatine (52761)

Meredith Baird of Muscatine (52761)

Rebecca Sloat of Muscatine (52761)

Yesenia Darting of Muscatine (52761)

Steven Bieber of Muscatine (52761)

Alison Failor of Muscatine (52761)

Jacob Allison of Muscatine (52761)

Kathryn Temple of Muscatine (52761)

Leticia Trimboli of Muscatine (52761)

Exodus Cardoza of Muscatine (52761)

Emily McCormick of Muscatine (52761)

Alexandra Walgren of Muscatine (52761)

Anthony Vazquez of Muscatine (52761)

Alexandra Chamberlain of Muscatine (52761)

Aaron Mueller of Muscatine (52761)

Nathan Hadley of Muscatine (52761)

Emily Hill of Muscatine (52761)

Jenny Juehring of Muscatine (52761)

Madison Dietz of Muscatine (52761)

Brandon Klassen of Muscatine (52761)

Madeleine Hassler of Muscatine (52761)

Jared Littlejohn of Muscatine (52761)

Samantha Kistler of Muscatine (52761)

Elizabeth Sturms of Muscatine (52761)

Natalie Sturms of Muscatine (52761)

Levi Goff of Muscatine (52761)

Paige Compton of Muscatine (52761)

Michael Davis of Muscatine (52761)

Thomas Van Hemert of Muscatine (52761)

Trey Van Hemert of Muscatine (52761)

Kari Clark of Muscatine (52761)

Alec Osland of Muscatine (52761)

Monica Ahrens of New Liberty (52765)

Jeremy Tinkler of Stockton (52769)

Bailey Kraft of Walcott (52773)

Michael Haas of Walcott (52773)

Rex Hadden of Davenport (52802)

Dylan Thiemann of Davenport (52803)

Danielle Darland of Davenport (52803)

Joshua Edmond of Davenport (52803)

Brianne Avery of Davenport (52803)

Scott Hansmeier of Davenport (52803)

Matthew Moran of Davenport (52803)

Tanya Fordyce of Davenport (52803)

Charles Holliday of Davenport (52803)

Van Mielenhausen of Davenport (52803)

Torrance Windham of Davenport (52803)

Michael Corsiglia of Davenport (52803)

Sierra Lopez of Davenport (52803)

Zachary Waskowiak of Davenport (52803)

Nathan Hoil of Davenport (52803)

Michael Garneau of Davenport (52803)

Sarah Schwind of Davenport (52803)

Dustin Sexton of Davenport (52803)

Taylor Gillhouse of Davenport (52803)

Isaac Anderson of Davenport (52804)

Shelby Tracy of Davenport (52804)

Aliah Hurt of Davenport (52804)

Andrew Miller of Davenport (52804)

Kayla Cordova of Davenport (52804)

Mick Baker of Davenport (52804)

Alex Karwath of Davenport (52804)

Ashley Vance of Davenport (52804)

William Hean of Davenport (52804)

Jenny Gomez of Davenport (52804)

Adam Henry of Davenport (52804)

Tyler Klenske of Davenport (52804)

Alexandra Doner of Davenport (52804)

Erica Jennings of Davenport (52804)

Katilyn Kelly of Davenport (52804)

Kaylee Miner of Davenport (52806)

Anastasia Sweeney of Davenport (52806)

Christine Walsh of Davenport (52806)

Chi Dong of Davenport (52806)

Tyler Madigan of Davenport (52806)

Brittney Kneen of Davenport (52806)

Caroline Emory of Davenport (52806)

Collin Belk of Davenport (52806)

Rachel Brandt of Davenport (52806)

Hannah Solchenberger of Davenport (52806)

Spencer Conrad of Davenport (52806)

Makayla Farnsworth of Davenport (52806)

Gabriela Magalhaes of Davenport (52806)

Jacynthia West of Davenport (52806)

Austin Wulf of Davenport (52806)

Laura Ruebling of Davenport (52807)

Jacob Behrendt of Davenport (52807)

Zachary Behrendt of Davenport (52807)

Molly Monroe of Davenport (52807)

Caitlin McCullough of Davenport (52807)

Janita Pegram of Davenport (52807)

Emma Shie of Davenport (52807)

Natalie Rogalski of Davenport (52807)

Courtney Brokloff of Davenport (52807)

Anne Delleman of Davenport (52807)

Dominick Shults of Davenport (52807)

Alexandra Baltimore of Davenport (52807)

Sydney Verdi of Davenport (52807)

Rachel Clay of Davenport (52807)

Slater Murphy of Davenport (52807)

Mitchell Parker of Davenport (52807)

Michael Suiter of Davenport (52807)

Elizabeth Sharp of Davenport (52807)

Matthew Keck of Davenport (52807)

Logan Mougin of Davenport (52807)

Chloe Miller of Davenport (52807)

Allison Lienen of Davenport (52807)

Allison Weis of Davenport (52807)

Anna Pienta of Rock Island (61201)

Alicia Freiburg of Rock Island (61201)

Donte Nesbitt of Rock Island (61201)

Nidia Villalpando of Rock Island (61201)

Gabrielle Armetta of Coal Valley (61240)

Ashley Hoff of East Moline (61244)

William Kandis of East Moline (61244)

Jared Matthews of Geneseo (61254)

Connor Vandersnick of Geneseo (61254)

Nancy Heeren of Geneseo (61254)

Jenna Mickley of Geneseo (61254)

Emily Ford of Geneseo (61254)

Evan Wolfe of Geneseo (61254)

Madeline Fickel of Milan (61264)

Angela Olvera of Moline (61265)

Mark McLaughlin of Moline (61265)

Cassandra Shetler of Moline (61265)

Cesar Martinez of Moline (61265)

Alyssa Ray of Moline (61265)

Olivia Ray of Moline (61265)

Eugene Pavinato of Moline (61265)

Drew Marlier of Moline (61265)

Keaton Christiansen of Moline (61265)

Abigail Zambrano of Silvis (61282)

Brett Austin of Silvis (61282)

Nathan Woeber of Taylor Ridge (61284)

Undergraduate students in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the College of Engineering, and the Tippie College of Business who achieve a grade point average of 3.50 or higher on 12 semester hours or more of UI graded course work during a given semester or summer session and who have no semester hours of I (incomplete) or O (no grade reported) during the same semester are recognized by inclusion on the Dean's List for that semester.

Undergraduate students in the Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine may qualify for the Dean's List with fewer than 12 semester hours of graded credit if deemed appropriate by the college.

College of Nursing students participating in clinical courses must have a total of 12 semester hours of earned credit, with eight semester hours of graded credit with a grade point average of 3.50 or higher.

Approximately 4,000 students were named to the UI Dean's List for the 2014 fall semester.

17 Feb 2015

Quad City Blues High School Hockey team raises $9,138.97 for Genesis Health System

By Linda Andry

The Quad City Blues High School Hockey team held their 5th annual benefit hockey game in conjunction with Genesis Health System on January 25th at the River's Edge in Davenport.   This year's theme for the event was "SLASH MS".  This is a cause that is near and dear to the player's hearts as their head coach, Shane Lovdahl, was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis this past year.  The event consisted of a jersey auction, silent auction, raffle baskets, bake sale, and of course, a good old hockey game between the Quad City Blues and the Cedar Rapids Roughriders.

The Quad City Blues consists of 33 players from local area high schools from both sides of the river; Alleman, Assumption, Bettendorf, Central DeWitt, Davenport Central, Davenport North, Davenport West, Moline, North Scott, Pleasant Valley, Riverdale, Rivermont Collegiate, and United Township.

The team participates in the Mid-West High School Hockey League which includes teams from Kansas City, Lincoln, Omaha, Sioux City, Ames, Des Moines, Mason City, Cedar Rapids, Waterloo and Dubuque.  Games are played from November to February with a final year end tournament in early March.

Former head coach, Nick White, initiated the first benefit game in 2010 in conjunction with Genesis to raise awareness for various causes.  Pink at the Rink, The Beat Goes On, 5-4 Fighting Diabetes, and Stick it to Cancer have raised over $34,000 prior to this year's event, SLASH MS.  The growth and success of these events are a direct result of the hard work and dedication of the Quad City Blues players and parents as well as the generous help of their title sponsor Genesis Health System.  This past Friday (February 13th), the Quad City Blues presented a check for $9,138.97 to Ken Croken, Vice President, Corporate Communications, Marketing and Advocacy of Genesis Health System, representing this year's proceeds from the event.

The event in January concluded with a 6-3 victory by the Blues over Cedar Rapids!

Pages

more

Subscribe & Listen to Reader Podcasts

On Stands Now

 

Tagged Content

Two Ways to Subscribe

1. Subscribe to free weekly e-mail content updates.

You'll get both the current official narrative challenge and What's Happenin' in the Quad Cities.
(Did you know we publish a new Real Astrology and RCR Crossword every week?) 

Subscribe!

* indicates required

2. Get 12 monthly issues mailed first class for $48

Get 12 issues mailed monthly for $48 per year.

Get the printed Reader edition mailed to you (or anyone you want) first-class for 12 months for $48.
$24 goes to postage and handling, $24 goes to keeping the doors open!

Click this link to Subscribe now.

 
 

Meetings Calendar

Kids Calendar

Eat & Drink Calendar