27 Nov 2023

Annual Homeless Person's Memorial Day 2023

By Laura Rodriguez

DAVENPORT, IOWA (November 27, 2023) — On December 21, one hour after sunset, at 5:42PM, the public is invited to gather for a memorial service at Zion Lutheran Church, 1216 W 8th St, Davenport, Iowa, to honor those community members that we have lost while experiencing homelessness or who have experienced homelessness in the past. Names will be read, followed by the tolling of a bell.

27 Nov 2023

New Report Reveals the True Costs of CAFOs in Iowa

By Iowa Environmental Council

DES MOINES, IOWA (November 27, 2023) — Iowans are shelling out hundreds of millions of dollars to treat their drinking water and pay for treatment of life-threatening health-care issues caused by nitrate pollution from concentrated animal-feeding operations (CAFOs) in the state, according to a new report published by the Iowa Environmental Council (IEC).

27 Nov 2023

Upper Iowa University Announces August 2023 Graduates

By Lynette Brandt

FAYETTE, IOWA (November 27, 2023) — Upper Iowa University is pleased to announce the names of its August 2023 graduates.

Brittany Offutt of Davenport, IA

Amanda Powell of Davenport, IA

Stephenie Rumburg of Davenport, IA

27 Nov 2023

Friendship Manor to Announce $12.5 Million Improvement Project

By Adam Hurlburt

DAVENPORT, IOWA (November 27, 2023) Friendship Manor will announce the details of a $12.5 million improvement plan to its Rock Island retirement community during a press conference at 10AM, Thursday, November 30. This massive improvement project includes extensive renovations, a new, state-of-the-art rehab and therapy center, new and expanded dining options, the addition of two dedicated end of life suites, and much more.

27 Nov 2023

Jobs Up in Most Metro Areas in October

By Rebecca Cisco

SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS (November 27, 2023) — Over-the-year, total nonfarm jobs increased in eleven metropolitan areas and decreased in three for the year ending October 2023, according to data released today by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and the Illinois Department of Employment Security (DES). Over-the-year, the unemployment rate increased in thirteen metropolitan areas and decreased in one.

24 Nov 2023

Cold Temps, Warm Hearts: Vanessa Treat Wetterling ('96) Has Spearheaded Local Food Drive for 23 Years

By Barry McNamara

MONMOUTH, ILLINOIS (November 24, 2023) — An idea that started in Iowa has taken roots in Monmouth, and that's thanks to a Monmouth College graduate with a passion for helping her community.

Vanessa Treat Wetterling ('96) has spearheaded the community's enormously-successful Freezing for Food effort for nearly a quarter century, assisted by an army of volunteers. This year's Freezing for Food will be November 29-December 1 in downtown Monmouth.

24 Nov 2023

The Black Box Theatre Holds Auditions for First Two Shows of 2024 Season

By The Black Box Theatre

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (November 24, 2023) — The Black Box Theatre enters their eighth season with two musicals. Auditions will be held on December 10, 1-2:30PM, for Thrill Me: The Leopold and Loeb Story, and 3-5PM for Jane Eyre: The Musical. Those auditioning should bring music in your key, photo, résumé, and rehearsal and production conflicts.

The breakdown is:

Thrill Me: The Leopold and Loeb Story — Auditions 1-2:30PM

24 Nov 2023

Recognize Excellence in STEM: Nominate a Professional for the QCESC 2024 STEM Educator of the Year Award

By Quad City Engineering and Science Council

Quad City Engineering & Science Council (QCESC) 2023 STEM Teacher of the Year Kim McMaster, Bicentennial Elementary School, Coal Valley, Illinois

24 Nov 2023

Upper Iowa University Announces July 2023 graduates

By Lynette Brandt

FAYETTE, IOWA (November 24, 2023) — Upper Iowa University is pleased to announce the names of its July 2023 graduates. The honored students included:

Madonna Ashitey of Bettendorf, IA

Laura Carter of Davenport, IA

Brittney Folland of Davenport, IA

Tifani Foster of Bettendorf, IA

Mitchell Lawson of Davenport, IA

About Upper Iowa University:

24 Nov 2023

Gov Kim Reynolds Extends Disaster Proclamation for Highly-Pathogenic Avian Influenza in Sioux County

By Kollin Crompton

DES MOINES, IOWA (November 24, 2023) – On Thursday, November 23, Governor Kim Reynolds announced the signing of a disaste

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