Aug. 14, 2014 Tree Pests: Emerald Ash Borer and Beyond, Scott County Extension Office, 6:30 pm-8:30 pm

Aug. 26, 2014 Scott County Extension Council Meeting, Scott County Extension Office, 7:00 pm

Sept. 5, 2014 Pesticide Applicator Testing, Scott County Extension Office, 10:00 am-2:00 pm

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Quad Cities overcomes four errors and 3-0 deficit to take series opener in Dayton

DAYTON, Ohio (July 23, 2014) - Trailing 3-0 through three innings Wednesday night, the Quad Cities River Bandits rallied for six unanswered runs, using consecutive two-run doubles by Ronnie Mitchell and Chase McDonald in a four-run eighth inning for a 6-3 win over the Dayton Dragons in front of 8,216 at Fifth Third Field.

Despite a game that saw intermittent rain showers and the visitors commit four errors in their first visit to Dayton as an Astros affiliate, Quad Cities (16-15 second half, 51-49 overall) achieved a four-game winning streak for the first time in the second half. Dayton (14-17, 50-49) lost its third straight despite playing in front of its North American professional sports record 1,031^st consecutive home sellout.

One streak did end to help the Dragons take their lead in the second inning against right-hander Kevin Comer. River Bandits center fielder James Ramsay had not committed an error in his first 154 professional games, but a second-inning single by Dragons designated hitter Avain Rachal took a short hop through Ramsay's legs, allowing left fielder Phillip Ervin to score the game's first run from first base and Rachal to reach second base. It was the first error in 87 games and 159 fielding chances for Ramsay this season and the first in 293 chances in his career. Rachal later stole third base and scored when catcher Brian Holberton overthrew third base.

The Dragons' lead grew in the third inning, when second baseman Jamodrick McGruder drew a leadoff walk, stole second base and went to third base on Holberton's throw into center field, and scored on the first of Comer's two wild pitches. Comer recovered to scatter three hits without allowing a run in the rest of his five-inning start. Comer was charged with three runs - two earned - on six hits and one walk with a career-high eight strikeouts, including striking out the side in the fifth inning.

Dragons right-hander Sal Romano struck out all three batters in the first inning and kept Quad Cities to one hit through the first three innings. In the fourth inning, right fielder Brett Phillips lined a leadoff double over third baseman Ronald Bueno and went to third base on McDonald's two-out infield single. Holberton drew a walk to load the bases. Second baseman Marc Wik then grounded a ball to McGruder, whose throw pulled first baseman Robert Ramirez off the base, continuing the inning and allowing Phillips to score. Left fielder Jose Fernandez then hit an RBI single to left field. Romano escaped the inning and kept the 3-2 lead through five innings, allowing no earned runs on four hits and one walk with five strikeouts.

Left-hander Albert Minnis (2-1) followed Comer with three shutout innings, working around two eighth-inning hits. It gave Quad Cities a chance to take the lead against left-hander Joel Bender (4-2). After facing the minimum through his first two innings after Romano, Bender hit Ramsay with a pitch to lead off the eighth inning. Philllips put down a bunt single, and third baseman J.D. Davis singled to left-center field. With the bases loaded Mitchell doubled off the right-field wall, scoring two runs for a 4-3 lead. With runners at second and third bases, McDonald doubled off the center-field wall but was thrown out at third base.

The 6-3 lead was enough for right-hander Tyler Brunnemann to earn his third save with a perfect ninth inning. The win was the first for the River Bandits this season in 11 games in which they have committed at least three errors.

An array of vendors, festival food and drinks, and lovely live music await you this weekend for the 43rd Annual Street Fest sponsored by APAC Customer Services! Round up family and friends and come on down to Second Street for firefighter water fights, family activities, and fun! Keep in mind all three parking ramps will be open and accessible. Click here for a map of street closures starting today until Sunday.

 Calling all runners of the Bix! Make sure you pick up your packets at the Quad-City Times Bix 7 Sports and Fitness Expo tonight or tomorrow at the RiverCenter. This 2-day show features vendors with running apparel, health and wellness information, and more. Don't forget about the Carb It Up Pasta Dinner Friday, too, with tons of pasta, breadsticks, and beverages. Good luck to those running in the race on Saturday. Hop over to Brady Street Pub at 7 a.m. to watch the start.

 Downtown Davenport is rockin' and rollin' this weekend with live music and local specials! Mac's Tavern is celebrating 80 years in business in 2014, so stop by and enjoy a Grinder's Spaghetti dinner from 4 p.m. - 9 p.m. along with live music by Rock Boxx. Saturday they open at 8 a.m. for the race with free live music starting at 10 a.m. A little further down the street, Me & Billy's will also have live music both Friday and Saturday. Don't forget about Bix Bash over at Barrel House 211, too, starting at 8 a.m. Saturday!

 Who doesn't love a good sale? While you're in town, make sure to stop by The Ruby Slipper for their Summer Sale. Receive up to 60% off on tops, shoes, and accessories! A little further down Second Street, Abernathy's is also offering $5 off any purchase of $25 or more on Friday and Saturday. You won't want to miss a chance to shop these unique, local businesses.

Rock, jam, and electronica sounds take over the Redstone Room tomorrow night when Ultraviolet Hippopotamus performs at River Music Experience. This five-piece progressive band is sure to leave an impression! See local talent at RME this weekend, too, when Jared Svoboda performs Friday and Saturday on the community stage to help alleviate the cost of tuition to the prestigious Tisch School of Musical Theatre.

 Have you heard the news? Red, White, and Boom fireworks have been rescheduled for Labor Day! Come on out to Modern Woodmen Park or LeClaire Park in Downtown Davenport, or Schweibert Riverfront Park in Rock Island to watch the largest fireworks display in the area. Keep an eye out for activities to be announced.

The Stylistics, with Special Guest Host

^{Jimmie "JJ" Walker of Good Times!}

Saturday, August 9th!

Bettendorf, IA/July 23, 2014-The Isle Casino Hotel, Bettendorf, IA announces "An Intimate Evening'' with 70's soul recording artists, The Stylistics, Saturday, August 9th, at 8:00 p.m., at the Quad-Cities Waterfront Convention Center with special guest host Jimmie ''JJ" Walker from Good Times! Tickets are available at the lsleOne Guest Service Center and online at theislebettendorf.com. Produced by SEG Live.

The Stylistics, with their charisma, style and harmony, evolved into one of the best-selling soul groups ever. The story of The Stylistics is not only one of success; it is a story of early disappointment that eventually led to their meteoric rise. When The Monarchs and The Percussions, two moderately successful Philadelphia high school bands dissolved in the late 1960's, it set the stage for a merger that would impact soul music for years.

In 1971, the group collaborated with producer Thom Bell, the ingenious creator of the "Philly Sound" to release their debut self-titled album. The Stylistics would capture the imagination of the nation and the hearts of women everywhere with their first single, "You're a Big Girl Now", which instantly became a top-ten hit. Their sound appealed to the masses, and was delivered with such class and uniqueness that fans and artists alike were mesmerized by their stylistic artistry.

Under the productive leadership of Thorn Bell, The Stylistics went on to earn 12 consecutive top-ten hits from 1971to 1974, culminating with their Grammy-nominated hit, "You Make Me Feel Brand New." Every song the quintet released graced the airwaves with fresh, artistic fervor. Their emphasis on smoother, sweeter ballads made them the antithesis of many of their popular contemporaries. Their tempo and style varied effortlessly with each song. After just four years of releases, The Stylistics had established themselves as perhaps the premier soul group of their era.

What started as the innocent union of two ex-high school bands, developed into one of the longest standing, most accomplished soul bands of all time. They continue to perform as only they can, bringing with them the sweet, soulful memories of years past.

Quad-Cities Waterfront Convention Center

2021 State Street, Bettendorf, lA 52722

563-344-2697 or 1-800-724-5825