27 May 2014

BANDITS TO DONATE PART OF EVERY FERRIS WHEEL RIDE TICKET TO GENESIS FOUNDATION

By Marco LaNave
Ferris Wheel Fast Pass Lane for IHMVCU members also announced
DAVENPORT, Iowa. (May 23, 2014) -  Every ride of the opening season for the new Ferris wheel at Modern Woodmen Park will help benefit the Genesis Health Services Foundation, the Quad Cities River Bandits and Main Street Amusements announced on Friday. For each ride, 50 cents will be donated to the Genesis Health Services Foundation, benefiting Camp Genesis, Genesis Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and Genesis Flu-Free Quad Cities.
The River Bandits also announced a new Fast Lane to board the Ferris wheel for IHMVCU members who purchase tickets for the ride and show their membership at the Ferris wheel queue.
Beginning Saturday, May 24, the amusement areas of Modern Woodmen Park - including the Ferris wheel and the Bounce QC Kids Zone are scheduled to be open - weather permitting - to fans at every River Bandits home game, and will also be open on weekend non-game days during the following hours:
Fridays, 6 p.m.-10 p.m.,
Saturdays, 10 a.m.-noon and 6 p.m.-10 p.m.,
Sundays, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
This weekend's special Memorial Day hours will be noon to 6 p.m. on both Sunday, May 25, and Memorial Day Monday, May 26, to celebrate the opening of the first Ferris wheel inside of a minor league ballpark.
"We are so excited to open the Ferris wheel and amusements for the Quad Cities community and visitors for every game and every weekend all summer long," said River Bandits owner Dave Heller. "Not only will our guests enjoy some of the best and most affordable family-friendly entertainment in the Midwest, but they will also be supporting a local charity and creating lifelong memories."
To ride the Ferris wheel and enjoy the other amusements at Modern Woodmen Park, fans may purchase special tickets that can be redeemed at amusement areas, including the Ferris wheel and Bounce QC Kids Zone. Tickets are sold at $1 each, 5 for $5, 12 for $10, and 20 for $15. One Ferris wheel ride is 5 tickets. No tickets are required for children three years and under, but children shorter than 42 inches must be accompanied by an adult on the Ferris wheel.
The Ferris wheel has 20 gondolas, with each able to hold a maximum of six adults or up to eight people including children. The loading process requires weight balance throughout the Ferris wheel. Once loaded, a full ride is approximately three to four minutes. The wheel moves at approximately 7.5 miles per hour.
The River Bandits and Main Street Amusements are offering an all-you-can-ride-and-bounce daily pass for $20, and a season pass for unlimited rides and play in the Bounce QC Kids Zone for $49. Purchases can be made at the amusement areas of Modern Woodmen Park.
UP NEXT: A limited number of tickets are still available for the Inaugural Ferris Wheel Ride event and fundraiser to benefit the Genesis Health Services Foundation May 24. Only the first 300 will be sold for the noon to 3 p.m. event at Modern Woodmen Park. Call 563-421-6865 or visit Modern Woodmen park to order tickets. To order any of the River Bandits 2014 ticket plans - with new lower prices - call the River Bandits box office at 563-324-3000. Season ticket and mini-plan packages start at just seven games and begin at less than $40. Call a River Bandits account representative today to choose your seats and get the details of our various mini-plan packages.
27 May 2014

Governor Quinn Fights for Responsible Budget that Properly Funds Schools

By Dave Blanchette

Visits Schools in Rantoul and DeKalb and Fights Against Classroom Cuts  

CHICAGO - With one week to go left in the spring legislative session, Governor Pat Quinn today continued to push for a responsible budget that properly funds schools and avoids devastating cuts to the classroom. If the Illinois General Assembly fails to pass a budget that provides adequate revenue for schools, education at all levels could face $1.1 billion in cuts - including  elementary, secondary and higher education - which would result in up to 15,000 teachers being laid off across the state. The Governor will discuss the importance of properly funding education today at a high school academy in Rantoul and later at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, while urging lawmakers to pass a balanced budget that avoids cuts to schools. 

"Every child in Illinois deserves access to a great education," Governor Quinn said. "That's why it's so important that we pass a responsible budget that properly funds our schools. As we enter the last week of the spring session, I urge legislators to pass a balanced budget that properly invests in education so we can build a brighter future for all our students."

About half of Illinois' discretionary budget goes to education. If the state's personal income tax rates drop as is currently scheduled, local school districts will suffer $875 million in cuts. This will cause massive teacher layoffs, significant class size expansions, program eliminations and will lead to higher property taxes. A district by district impact may be viewed at this link: http://www2.illinois.gov/gov/budget/Documents/Property_Tax%20Impact_FY15_Not_Recommended.pdf.

Higher education will suffer a similar fate without the continued revenue of the current income tax rate. The $304 million reduction to state universities includes the following cuts: Chicago State University, $4.6 million; Eastern Illinois University, $5.5 million; Governors State University, $3.1 million; Illinois State University, $9.2 million; Northeastern Illinois University, $4.7 million; Northern Illinois University, $11.6 million; Western Illinois University, $6.5 million; Southern Illinois University, $25.3 million; University of Illinois, $82.6 million; and Illinois Math and Science Academy, $2.3 million.

These reductions would cause layoffs, class and program eliminations and significantly higher tuition rates. In addition, 30,000 fewer students would receive Monetary Award Program (MAP) grants to attend college. This state grant program is often the only way that thousands of students in need are able to attend college.      

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27 May 2014

The Group Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

By Erin Wyant
27 May 2014

QC Comic Book Convention

By Alan Morton

The Quad Cities Comic Book Convention will be held on Saturday June 7 at the Ramada Inn in Bettendorf, IA. The Ramada Inn is located at 3020 Utica Rd (I-74 @ Kimberly Rd / Spruce Hills Dr, IA Exit 2).

It will be open to the public from 10 AM to 4 PM and admission for the public is free. Dealers from three states specializing in comic books new and old, toys and related. Or if you have old comics lying around that you no longer want bring them by ... dealers are buying. 

For further information contact Alan at (309) 657-1599 or visit  www.epguides.com/comics.
27 May 2014

Governor Quinn Statement on President Obama's Cabinet Appointments

By Randy Stalsberg

CHICAGO- Governor Pat Quinn today released the following statement regarding President Obama's recent appointments to head the U.S. Office of Management and Budget and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. 

"Secretary Shaun Donovan and Mayor Julián Castro are both excellent Cabinet appointments by President Obama to lead two of our nation's top departments.

"Both are public servants with an understanding of priorities for everyday working citizens such as affordable housing, job creation and growing our economy.

"Donovan and Castro are strong leaders who will excel at these posts and I congratulate them on their nominations."

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27 May 2014

Illinois College graduates 221 students during outdoor commencement ceremony

By MaryEllen Roy

JACKSONVILLE, IL (05/23/2014)(readMedia)-- Under partly sunny skies, Illinois College conferred degrees on 221 graduates Sunday afternoon, May 11, 2014 on the college's historic upper quadrangle. The Class of 2014 includes 13 graduate students and 208 undergraduates. Illinois College conferred Master of Arts in Education, Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees upon its 180th graduating class. An honorary Bachelor of Arts degree was bestowed upon Illinois College Board of Trustee Joan Mitchell DeBoer.

Among the graduates were local students Elizabeth Manary of Moline and Hannah Oak of Taylor Ridge.

About Illinois College

Founded in 1829, Illinois College is a residential liberal arts college fostering academic excellence rooted in opportunities for experiential learning while preparing students for lifelong success. The college is located in Jacksonville, Ill. With an enrollment of more than 1,000 students, the college offers over 50 undergraduate programs and a Master of Arts in Education degree program. In 1932 the society of Phi Beta Kappa established a chapter at Illinois College, and it remains one of only 11 in the state.

Illinois College is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools. Visit www.ic.edu.

27 May 2014

Moline Public Library's Press Release

By EINNOC10@aol.com
Brilliant Companions - Monday, June 2 @ 6:30

The Brilliant Companions, a Doctor Who fan club, will meet at the Moline Public Library on Monday, June 2 at 6:30 to discuss the 50th Anniversary special of Doctor Who. This program is free and open to all ages. No registration is required. For more information call 309-524-2440 or visit us at 3210 41st Street, Moline, IL 61265 or online at http://www.molinelibrary.com <http://www.molinelibrary.com/> .


Teen Game Day - Wednesday, June 4 from 3:00-4:30

Tweens and Teens ages 11 to 18 can drop in to the YA Section of the Moline Public Library on Wednesday, June 4 from 3:00 to 4:30 to play board games. Choose from our selection or bring your own. No registration required. For more information call 309-524-2440 or visit us at 3210 41st Street, Moline, IL 61265 or online at http://www.molinelibrary.com <http://www.molinelibrary.com/> .


Teen Iron Chef - Monday, June 9 @ 6:30 p.m.

Tweens and Teens ages 11 to 18 are invited to an Iron Chef competition at the Moline Public Library on Monday, June 9 at 6:30. Create a masterpiece from a variety of dessert foods for a chance to win. Sign up in pairs or be assigned to a team. This program is free but registration is required and space is limited to the first twenty four registrants. Call 309-524-2470 to sign up. For more information call 309-524-2440 or visit us at 3210 41st St., Moline, IL 61265 or online at http://www.molinelibrary.com <http://www.molinelibrary.com/> .


Teen Craft Day - Wednesday, June 11 from 3:00-4:30

Tweens and Teens ages 11 to 18 can drop in to the YA Section of the Moline Public Library on Wednesday, June 11 from 3:00 to 4:30 to make their own buttons. No registration required. For more information call 309-524-2440 or visit us at 3210 41st Street, Moline, IL 61265 or online at http://www.molinelibrary.com<http://www.molinelibrary.com/> .


Teen Game Day - Wednesday, June 18 from 3:00-4:30

Tweens and Teens ages 11 to 18 can drop in to the YA Section of the Moline Public Library on Wednesday, June 18 from 3:00 to 4:30 to play board games. Choose from our selection or bring your own. No registration required. For more information call 309-524-2440 or visit us at 3210 41st Street, Moline, IL 61265 or online at http://www.molinelibrary.com <http://www.molinelibrary.com/> .


Teen Job Program - Thursday, June 19 @ 3:30

Alison Fleming from the City of Moline will run a program at the Moline Public Library on Thursday, June 19 at 3:30 to instruct teens on the basics of job hunting, resume writing, and interviewing to help you find your first job. This program is free and open to teens and young adults ages 15-21. Registration is required. Call 309-524-2470 to sign up. For more information call 309-524-2440 or visit us at 3210 41st Street, Moline, IL 61265 or online athttp://www.molinelibrary.com <http://www.molinelibrary.com/> .


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27 May 2014

Maximize your impact with Birdies!

By Putnam Museum
It's YOUR support that helps open a world of opportunities
to our region's children and future generations to come.
Without YOU, it truly cannot happen!

Over the past two months, the Putnam has transformed before our eyes!
In April of 2014, a $2.2 million dollar repurposing project became a reality, allowing us to renovate underutilized space into a NEW Science Center with nearly 
50 hands-on discovery stations!
The Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math education that we provide in our new center is a pivotal necessity for our children. With YOUR help, we can continue to educate them about STEM-related careers and community businesses that utilize these skills each and every day.
There is so much more to be done in 2014! We urge you to maximize your pledge through Birdies for Charity today, ensuring the Putnam is a vibrant community
resource well into the future!

Click here to download a form or stop by the

Putnam's ticketing window to pick yours up today!

Forms should be completed by Tuesday, July 1st. Please be sure to write in "Putnam" for

CHARITY SOLICITED FOR and "595" for BIRD NUMBER on the top back portion of your form.

Thank you for your consideration.

 

 

Sincerely,

 

Kim Findlay

President/CEO

27 May 2014

Concordia University, Nebraska names Naomi Iltis as a spring 2014 term honors student

By Jen Suggitt

SEWARD, NE (05/23/2014)(readMedia)-- Concordia University, Nebraska named 223 students to its honors list for the spring 2014 semester.

The top 25 percent of all undergraduate students who complete at least 12 credit hours qualify for the honors list.

Spring honors students from your local or surrounding area include :

Naomi Iltis, junior, Le Claire, Iowa

About Concordia University, Nebraska

Concordia University, Nebraska, founded in 1894, is a fully accredited, coeducational university located in Seward, Neb. that currently serves over 2,100 students. Concordia offers more than 50 professional and liberal arts programs in an excellent academic and Christ-centered community that equips men and women for lives of learning, service and leadership in the church and world. For more information, visit cune.edu.

27 May 2014

Gov. Branstad signs 11 bills into law

By Office of the Governor of the State of Iowa

(DES MOINES) - Gov. Terry E. Branstad today signed the following bills into law:  

   

House Files:  

   

House File 398 an Act relating to the duties and responsibilities of insurance producers under insurance policies or contracts.  

   

House File 2109 an Act relating to vapor products and alternative nicotine products, and providing penalties.  

 

House File 2273: an Act relating to certain state and local government activities related to vehicle registration, taxation of rental vehicles, and levee and drainage districts.

House File 2289: an Act relating to the regulation and use of unmanned aerial vehicles.

House File 2454: an Act relating to the beginning farmer tax credit program, including the agricultural assets transfer tax credit and the custom farming contract tax credit, by extending the carry forward period, and including effective date and retroactive applicability provisions.

House File 2468: an Act creating an individual income tax credit for qualified adoption expenses paid or incurred in connection with certain adoptions and including retroactive applicability provisions.

House File 2474: an Act expanding the criminal offense of and related penalties for sexual exploitation of include persons issued a school coaching authorization, and including effective date provisions.

House File 2476 an Act relating to funding of unified law enforcement districts, and including effective date and applicability provisions.

Senate Files:

Senate File 383 an Act relating to the sealing of juvenile delinquency records.

Senate File 2196 an Act relating to programs and services under the purview of the Department of Public Health, and including effective date provisions.

Senate File 2239 an Act relating to elder abuse and providing penalties.

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