07 Feb 2014

Skate and Hunger Drive at River's Edge!

By Davenport Parks and Recreation
FREE PUBLIC SKATE ADMISSION!
Beginning this weekend and continuing for every weekend in February, you'll get free admission for public skate for every can of food donated to the Quad Cities Student Hunger Drive.
Just bring down one can of food to the River's Edge during Public Skate, and earn one admission.  You can enter in a raffle for some great prizes as well!
Our Public Skate Hours this weekend are:
Saturday, February 8
2:45pm - 4:45pm
6:45pm - 8:45pm
Sunday, February 9
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Skate Rental - $3
Admission - $5
Admission with food donation: No Charge!
07 Feb 2014

Bier Stube Brings "Flavors of Germany" to Mallards' Game Saturday night

By Brian Lavelle

Tomorrow (Saturday) night the Bier Stube will bring the "flavors of Germany" to the I-Grill during the Mallards' game against the St. Charles Chill at the iWireless Center.

Fans can enjoy a selection of handmade sausages- potato, bratwurst, knockwurst and Polish- along with their favorite toppings.  Tomorrow night the iWireless Center and the Bier Stube are also baking up a Victory Knot, a huge two-pound Bavarian pretzel with vanilla icing, grain mustard sauce and warm cheese sauce for dipping.  Fans can also wash it all down with one of two specialty "biers": Hacker Pschorr Wiesse or Erdinger Weib Bier.

The I-Grill is located on the main iWireless Center concourse near the top of the escalator.  Tomorrow evening's game faces off at 7:05 p.m.

The Bier Stube is a German-American bar and grill "where everyone can get a little German in them" located in Moline at 415 15th Street and in LeClaire at 1001 Canal Drive.
07 Feb 2014

Loebsack Representative to Hold Office Hours

By Joe Hand

Washington, D.C. - Congressman Dave Loebsack will have a member of his staff in Clinton County for open office hours. Henry Marquard, Loebsack's District Representative, will be at the following locations. Marquard will be on hand to work with individuals who are having difficulty with a government agency, have suggestions for Dave, or would just like to share their concerns. Members of the public are invited to attend. Marquard holds regular office hours throughout Eastern Iowa.

If residents are unable to attend but have a concern to share with the Congressman, please call our district office toll-free at 1-866-914-IOWA (4692)

Marquard's schedule is as follows.

 

Tuesday, Feb. 11

Camanche City Hall

917 Third Street

9:00 - 10:00 AM

 

Clinton City Hall

611 South Third Street, 1st Floor

11:00 AM - NOON

 

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07 Feb 2014

Iowa Students Need Help in Reading Proficiency

By Tami Garvin
Nearly one in four of Iowa's public third-grade students (8, 706) are not proficient in reading. National Assessment of Education Progress (NAEP) reading results for Iowa students has been virtually stagnant since 1992* among both 4th and 8th grade students tested. Reading is a gateway skill to learning, and we are committed as a state to preparing all students for success in college and career training.

A survey commissioned by the IowaReadingResearchCenter (IRRC) and conducted by Iowa's regent universities shows inconsistencies in literacy instructional practices in Iowa schools, which may be contributing to stagnant reading trends reported among Iowa's students for the past several years.

The survey revealed inconsistencies in the following areas among Iowa's schools:

Classroom Literacy Instruction

There is a wide array of teaching approaches, uneven interventions for students who are struggling and disparate time allotments for literacy instruction.

Professional Development

A majority of educators reported professional development participation related to the Iowa Core English Language Arts, but with a varying range of time allotted for implementation, and a low percentage of professional development focus in reading interventions for targeted students.

Resources

The survey results indicate an uneven perception of the availability of resources, including technology resources and materials covering the Iowa Core standards, but results also showed some agreement among administrators and teachers that the time available to dedicate toward Iowa Core standards is insufficient.

Summer Reading Programs

Just more than half of Iowa's schools responding to the survey indicate they currently offer a summer reading program. Among those school programs, both the duration and the daily time allotment for literacy instruction vary widely.

The IRRC is tasked with the identification of teaching strategies and interventions; student assessments; professional development for educators; a statewide student data reporting system; and to develop the criteria and guidelines for a summer literacy program with the goal of literacy proficiency for all of Iowa's students.

The IRRC is in a unique position to advocate and coordinate best practices because the center is not committed to any one entity. The mission is to mine the existing research and disseminate proven interventions and strategies. Our goal is to be the cohesive, comprehensive resource for vetted, evidence-based practices so that teachers and parents do not have to spend their valuable time trying to identify best practices. We can instead do that for them.

The IRRC website is a growing content source of highly vetted, evidence-based resources for teachers, parents and all stakeholders interested in advancing students' literacy and reading proficiency.

Michelle Hosp, the director of the Iowa Reading Research Center, may be reached at  MHosp@IowaReadingResearch.org.

07 Feb 2014

USDA to Release New Long Term Agricultural Projections

By USDA Office of Communications

WASHINGTON, Feb. 7, 2014 -- The U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will release new 10-year agricultural projections on Feb. 13, 2014, at 11:00 a.m. EST. USDA's Agricultural Projections to 2023 will be posted to the Office of the Chief Economist's (OCE) website at www.usda.gov/oce and available in MS Word and PDF formats. Projections data will be available as Excel spreadsheets here.

USDA publishes the projections each year in February. The projections are developed by interagency committees in USDA, with the Economic Research Service (ERS) having the lead role in the preparation of the report. The new projections cover crop and livestock commodities, agricultural trade and aggregate indicators, such as farm income, through 2023. The projections do not represent a USDA forecast, but a conditional, long-run scenario based on specific assumptions about farm policy, weather, the economy and international developments. Normal weather is assumed throughout the projection period. The projections were prepared during October through December 2013, with the 2008 Farm Act assumed to be extended and remain in effect through the projection period. Therefore, the projections do not reflect the Agricultural Act of 2014.

Background on USDA's long-term projections and past issues of the report are available on the ERS website at www.ers.usda.gov/topics/farm-economy/agricultural-baseline-projections.aspx.

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07 Feb 2014

Opportunity For All: Establishing a New "Made In Rural America" Export and Investment Initiative

By USDA Office of Communications

Today, the President directed his Administration, working through the White House Rural Council, to lead a new 'Made in Rural America' export and investment initiative. This initiative is charged with bringing together federal resources to help rural businesses and leaders take advantage of new investment opportunities and access new customers and markets abroad.

Specifically, the President has instructed his Rural Council - in coordination with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the U.S. Department of Commerce, the Small Business Administration, the Export-Import Bank, the Office of the United States Trade Representative, and other agencies - to commit to connecting more rural businesses of all types to export information and assistance through a comprehensive strategy including the following specific commitments, to be provided over the next nine months:

  • Host five "Made in Rural America" regional forums dedicated to promoting rural exports by providing rural leaders and businesses with information about federal and other resources available to help expand exports. Working with local partners including the National Association of Counties (NACo), the Delta Regional Authority, and the Appalachian Regional Commission, these export-focused regional forums will help rural businesses take advantage of new market opportunities by providing training from experienced exporters and federal officials on the basics of exporting, accessing federal support, and participating in major trade events and trade shows across the country, as well as overseas trade missions.
  • Convene an "Investing in Rural America" conference later this year to connect major investors with rural business leaders, high-level government officials, economic development experts, and other partners. This conference, hosted by the White House Rural Council in coordination with the Department of Agriculture and other partners, will promote opportunities to invest in Rural America by highlighting successful projects in energy; biofuels and bioproducts; infrastructure, from transportation to water systems to telecommunications; healthcare; manufacturing; and local and regional food systems.
  • Host training sessions to equip local USDA Rural Development staff in all 50 states plus territories with the tools they need to counsel businesses on export opportunities and resources. The Department of Commerce, through the Trade Promotion Coordinating Committee, will cross-train USDA Rural Development staff so they can better deliver support or refer rural businesses to federal services.
  • Provide enhanced export counseling for rural businesses to connect with foreign buyers through the Department of Commerce's U.S. Export Assistance Center trade specialists in over 100 domestic locations and in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Agriculture's field staff.
  • Coordinate across the Administration to promote rural-produced goods and services at trade events including trade missions, buyer programs, trade shows, and other promotion programs.
  • Educate local leaders across the country on the importance of rural exports in partnership with NACo and through the Trade Promotion Coordinating Committee in order to connect these leaders with federal resources and information to better support rural businesses to develop their potential for exporting.
  • Use the BusinessUSA online platform to better connect rural businesses with export and investment resources and coordinate support from across the federal government. BusinessUSA was launched by the President last year to serve as a "one-stop-shop" that matches businesses and entrepreneurs to the full range of services and resources available to them at every stage of development.

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07 Feb 2014

One week left to save with a season subscription!

By Quad City Symphony Orchestra

There are three Masterworks concerts remaining this year with the next just one week away. That means you have only seven days left to save more than 15% off regular ticket prices by purchasing all three concerts as a subscription package.

 

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE YOUR SUBSCRIPTION TODAY

 

Keep in mind that Yo-Yo Ma is performing with the Quad City Symphony Orchestra at the end of next season on May 14, 2015. This season's subscribers will get the first opportunity to purchase tickets for this landmark occasion. So, if you haven't subscribed yet to the 2013-14 season, be sure to subscribe today!

07 Feb 2014

Unique Presentations from QC Students

By Brittany Marrietta

Rivermont Collegiate Students Present Community Service Projects & Living Biographies!

11th Grade Community Service Project Presentations

Tuesday, 2/11 - 1:00 p.m.

Community service projects are completed by every 11th grade student at Rivermont. During these formal presentations before faculty and community judges, students explain how they applied academic learning to community needs and how the experience not only benefitted others, but affected them personally. (See project list below.)

7th Grade Living Biography Performances

Thursday, 2/13 - 10:45 a.m.

The lead designer of Minecraft, an MSNBC political commentator, the 1st Native American prima ballerina, the founder of the American Red Cross, the President and CEO of Yahoo, and more - all gathered in one place as they come to life on stage at Rivermont! (See project list below.)

 

11th Grade Community Service Projects

Community Judges:

Dr. Edward Rogalski, President of St. Ambrose University 1987-2007

Katherine Sigardson-Poor, Rivermont Alum Parent

Marie Christian, Communications Professor at Scott Community College and Educational Consultant

Mike Romkey, Associate Managing Editor at Dispatch/Argus

 

Organizations Served:

Davenport Junior Theatre

Bettendorf Public Library

Engineering Kids Camp (Putnam Museum)

Girls Scouts of America

Café on Vine (Davenport)

Humane Society of Scott County

Hope Creek Nursing Home (East Moline)

Quad City Animal Welfare Center

Adarsha Vidya Mandira (English medium school located in India)

Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (Davenport)

Center for Belgian Culture (Moline)

7th Grade Living Biographies

Markus Persson

Anne Frank

Steve Jobs

Erwin Schrodinger

Rachel Louise Carson

Rachel Maddow

Joan of Arc

Stephen Hawking

Maria Tallchief

Marissa Mayer

Michael Jordan

Clarissa Harlowe Barton

Niccolo Machiavelli

Karl Benz
07 Feb 2014

LeClaire Chamber of Commerce Announcements Friday 02/07/2014

By LeClaire Chamber of Commerce

The LeClaire Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the Award Winners for 2013, honored at the Annual Awards Dinner, February 1, 2014 at Davenport County Club:

Volunteer of the Year - Barry Long

Event of the Year - Tug Fest Iowa

Business Member of the Year - Mississippi River Distilling Company and Snap Fitness

Edward B. deSilva Leadership Award - Ryan Burchett and Terri Applegate

Pineapple Award for Outstanding Customer Service - Aunt Hattie's Fanciful Emporium

Congratulations to all the Award Winners for 2013!!

We are also pleased to introduce the Chamber Board of Directors for 2014:

President - Mike Clingingsmith, PV Community Schools

Vice-President - Melody Oltmann, LeClaire First Presbyterian Church

Secretary - Dr. Crystal Buesing, Dr. Crystal's Chiropractic Care

Treasurer - Andrew Arndt, Arndt Chiropractic Center, Inc.

Board Members:

KV Dahl - Dahl Ford Davenport

Dayle Hall - Moline Dispatch Publishing Co.

Jim Huiskamp - Blackhawk Bank and Trust

Debbie Mulvania - First Central State Bank

Vern Spring - Retired LeClaire Mayor

Time to Renew your LeClaire Chamber of Commerce Membership or Join for 2014! Go to www.leclairechamber.com to renew or join, or see the attached form to complete and return. Deadline to renew was February 1, 2014, so get your membership in! We are updating our Member Directory for the chamber website, the LeClaire Ap and the March Newsletter, and we want you on that list! Thank you for your membership!

The March 2014 Chamber Newsletter will soon be in production to be delivered to Every Business and Home within the 52753 zipcode area!! Advertising rates remain: 1/8 page: $75; ¼ page: $100; ½ page: $125; full page: $250. Just send your ad information to LeClaireChamber@gmail.com and we will forward it on to House of Print for you. No cost assistance in developing an advertisement is available through House of Print. If you would rather work with House of Print directly, send your ad to HouseofPrint@mchsi.com, and please copy LeClaireChamber@gmail.com Deadline February 7th, 5:00 p.m. Chamber Members - Get the word out about your business or events and be ready for SPRING! See the attached form for a 10% discount!

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!

Murfs Turf Derek Murphy, Owner. 23068 277th Ave., LeClaire, IA 52753 Rough and finish grading, sod and hydro-seeding, erosion control, landscaping, snow removal, light to medium dirt moving. 563-940-1501- murfsturf@windstream.net

Barb Arland-Fye - Individual Membership - Welcome, Barb!

CALENDAR

 

February 7th - First Friday in LeClaire - 5-8 p.m.

Mississippi River Distilling Company Releasing the latest in our "Still Crazy" series... SIX SHOOTER SMOKE! This is a rye whiskey with a cherry wood smoked 6 row barley added giving it a rich, sweet, smoky nose and finish. Food and Spirit Tastings, Pint Glass Giveaway! www.mrdistilling.com

Wide River Winery Wide River Winery is open until 8pm serving their award winning locally made wines. Live music from 5-8pm by Tony Hoeppner. Enjoy a chocolate treat from the Sweet Life paired with Pursuit of Happiness. Also featuring their Valentine's Day wine, Be Mine, for the special price of $9.99 per bottle. www.wideriverwinery.com

Faithful Pilot Café - Live Music with The Matriarchs - show begins at 7:30

Aunt Hattie's - Come in for a red velvet cupcake!

Razzleberries - Booze cake while it lasts!

Restaurants and several shops will be open late!

 

February 8th - TugFest Trivia - LeClaire Fire Station Doors open at 6:00 pm and trivia will start at 7pm. Cost is $10 per person.  You don't have to be good at trivia - come for the fun! To reserve a table, email iatugfestfan@gmail.com

 

February 8th - Princeton Days Winterfest 2014 Boll's Community Center. 4:30-7p.m. $6 Adults, $3 Children. Potato and Chicken Noodle Soup, Hot Dogs, Wine Tasting, Live Music.  Pro and Amateur Chili Cook-Off. Amateurs: Bring Crock Pot of Chili to Boll's 3:30-4:15p.m. Pros: Bring 2 gallons chili to Boll's 3:30-4p.m. Bean Bag Tournament at 8 p.m. - $10 per person/50% payout. Call Kevin Stutting 563-340-6091 for more information!

 

February 8th - 3rd Annual Quad Cities FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) regional qualifier will be held at Pleasant Valley High School in Bettendorf, Iowa.  24 Teams from Iowa, Illinois and Wisconsin are scheduled to participate. Winning teams will be invited to participate at the State of Iowa FTC Championship being held on February 21st and 22nd in Coralville/Iowa City. This event is free and open to the public.  People of all ages will enjoy this face-paced and exciting event which will showcase 7th-12th grade students' ability to design, build and program robots, use teamwork to build alliances and cooperate with other teams, apply creative problem solving to real-world math and science concepts and earn a place in the Iowa State FTC Championship.Opening ceremonies will begin at 11:15 A.M., qualification matches will begin at 11:45 A.M. with semi-final and final matches beginning at approximately 4:30 P.M. A more detailed schedule of events, teams competing and more information can be found at our website, www.qcesc.org. For further information, please contact Pat Barnes at barnespatricko@johndeere.com or (563) 370-5513. FTC is designed for students in grades 7-12 to compete head to head, using a sports model. Teams are responsible for designing, building, and programming their robots to compete in an alliance format against other teams. The robot kit is reusable from year-to-year and is programmed using a variety of languages. Teams, including coaches, mentors and volunteers, are required to develop strategy and build robots based on sound engineering principles. Awards are given for the competition as well as for community outreach, design, and other real-world accomplishments.

 

February 10th - LeClaire Community Library - Crazy Colors! Winter got you feeling blue? How about purple, yellow, and green? Join us on Feb. 10th from 4-5pm for some stories, followed by hands-on, colorful experiments and crafts. This program is recommended for ages 3-6, and don't forget to wear old clothes to this event?we expect to get a little messy!

 

February 11th - Chamber Networking Breakfast - Bier Stube, LeClaire - 8 a.m. Everyone Welcome!  The Bier Stube now serves breakfast, 7-10:30 a.m. Check out the menu at http://bier-stube.com/menus/leclaire-breakfast-menu/

 

February 11th - Faithful Pilot - New Menu Launch Doors open at 6:00 p.m.  Be the first to see what Chef Robert and his team have created for this Winter/Winter menu!

 

February 12th - Edward Jones - Savvy Women, Smart Investors 11 a.m. at Faithful Pilot. Hosted by Amy Barnes of Edward Jones. Guest Speaker will be Ross Haeberle, Regional Manager with MFS Fund Distributors. Program will provide strategies and financial planning information pertinent to women.  Edward Jones will provide Lunch for all attendees, however, reservations must be made by February 4th and space is limited. Call 563-289-2243 to make reservations or for more information.

 

February 13th - LeClaire Community Library - STEM Club Love science, technology, engineering, and math? If so, join us from 4-5pm on Thursday, Feb. 13th for fun experiments with friends. This program meets the second Thursday of every month, and is recommended for grades 3rd-5th.

 

February 14th - LeClaire Community Library - Open Board Gaming School's out on Feb. 14th, so head over to the library to play all your favorite board games. This all-ages program is from 1-3pm.

 

February 14th - Crane and Pelican Valentine's Day Dinner - 3 seatings, 5pm - 7pm - 9pm $100 per couple. Call for Reservations: 563-289-8774

 

February 14th - Faithful Pilot Valentine's Day Dinner - BOOKED - 2 seatings, 6 and 8:30 p.m.  $60 per person, $35 wine pairing. No coupons or discounts.

 

February 14th - Go Fish Marina Bar and Grill - Cupid Can Kiss My (__) Party! 7 p.m. Drink specials and lots of fun!

 

February 15th - Go Fish Marina Bar and Grill - Love Party 7 p.m. - $15 Dinner Special.

10 oz. Smoked Prime Rib Dinner - includes mini-bakers and sautéed vegetables. Free bottle of Champagne with purchase of 2 Prime Rib Dinners! Drink Special - Chocolate Lovers Margarita! Live music by Chuck Murphy, 7-11 p.m.

 

February 15th - Faithful Pilot - 4 Course Menu $60.00 - no coupons or discounts. Seating available at 6:00 & 8:30 p.m.

 

February 19th - Charles Schwab - ETF's Explained Want to fill gaps in your portfolio? Discover how exchange-traded funds (ETFs) can help. 2:00pm. Charles Schwab, Eric Johannes, 5345 Elmore Avenue #300, Davenport, IA 52807. Please R.S.V.P 563-275-3663

 

February 20th - LeClaire Community Library - Elephant and Piggy Party! Celebrate Mo Willems lovable characters with themed crafts and activities from 4-5pm. This program is best for grades Pre-K to 2nd.

 

February 20th - Faithful Pilot Last seating at 6:30 then closed for a private event.

 

February 22nd - Trivia at LeClaire Civic Center to benefit LeClaire Little League. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and Trivia will start at 7 p.m. Cost is $10 per person, 8 people per table maximum. You don't have to be a genius! To reserve a table, call Vicky, 563-639-4621.

 

February 23rd - Buffalo Bill's Birthday Party! The Buffalo Bill Museum in LeClaire invites the public to celebrate William F. "Buffalo Bill" Cody's birthday from noon - 4 p.m. Born in LeClaire, IA on February 26th, 1846, he was a frontiersman, US Army Scout, and later a celebrity touring throughout the world with his "Wild West Congress." He remains a favorite among generations, world-wide. Free admission, light refreshments, children's activities, and a visit from "Buffalo Bill" himself! No RSVP required!

 

February 23rd - Faithful Pilot Wine Tasting $15.00 3:00-5:00p.m

 

February 26th - Faithful Pilot - VINO VASO $40.00 per wine glass, includes, paint, wine glass (which you take home), one glass of free wine, and cheese, fruit and cracker tray.  Make reservations on Vino Vaso's Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/

 

February 27th - LeClaire Community Library - Spy Club Are you a master of disguise? Can you decode secret messages or enter a room undetected? Join us Feb. 27th from 4-5pm to sharpen you spy skills and learn some new tricks. This program is recommended for grades 3rd-5th.

 

February 28th through March1st - Buffalo Bill Museum Fundraiser YOUNKER'S Community Days 2014 Returns with more savings in the valuable coupon books! Available through the Buffalo Bill Museum (or online at www.communitydayevent.com). Each $5 booklet contains over $500 in coupon-savings, including a$10 coupon to use on an item of $10 or more; a shopping pass to save up to 25% off, shop online or at your local store; a30% off Early Bird Coupon valid BOTH DAYS until 1pm; and lots more!  To purchase a booklet, visit the Buffalo Bill Museum by March 1st!  Every $5 booklet purchased results in a $5 contribution to the museum, too! We appreciate your support!

 

February 28th - LeClaire Community Library - LEGO Club See what building challenge is in store for you on Friday, Feb. 28th from 3:30-4:30pm. This program meets the last Friday of every month and is recommended for ages 7 & up.

 

Save the Date

March 1st - Rock and Roll Bingo!  LeClaire Rec Center - Fund raiser for Freedom Rock. Songs will be played and you identify the songs on bingo cards. There will be 50/50 and other raffles.  Event will be hosted by Cody Tucker of B100!  More details to come!

 

March 7th - Buffalo BIll Museum Grand Opening & Ribbon-Cutting 5 p.m. Come celebrate the museum's expanded facility during an Open House (4-7pm) and the LeClaire Chamber of Commerce's Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony at 5pm.  It will be a great start of "First Friday" in LeClaire!

 

FYI

Faithful Pilot Café Lunches Wednesday-Saturday 12-2 - Sammie Of The Day, House made Soups, Salads, and Pasta!

Riverbend Signworks' most recent UPDATER was published this week.  This issue is related to branding.  It's also available on-line for a limited time here: http://myemail.constantcontact.com/Alert--Brand-Improvement---it-can-be-simple.html?soid=1111968629442&aid=JiioarTN3rM

Chamber Member, Diane Nelson, is the New Associate of the Year 2013 with Ruhl and Ruhl Realtors!  She works from the Davenport office. Congratulations, Diane!

Beginning oil painting classes upstairs at the Crane and Pelican. They will begin on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Feb. 18th, 25th, Mar. 4th, 11th, 18th and 25th. Wednesday's beginning at 5:30 p.m. on Feb. 19th, 26th, Mar. 5th, 12th, 19th and the 26th. Classes will be small - cost $125.00 plus supplies. Please call Billie Davids, 563-349-3338

Riverbend Signworks is proud to have helped design and build a putt-putt golf hole for the Big Brothers/Big Sisters "Putt A Round" - and it won 1st place for "most difficult" golf hole!  We collaborated with Results Marketing and GalaxyOne on this project.  (yep, we do more than signs!) Also, only a few more days to take advantage of our design special! http://riverbendsignworks.com/winter-specials/

Winter Hours for the LeClaire Information Center Noon-3 p.m., Tuesday - Saturday. May be closed some days for inclement weather.

 

LeClaire Information Center Volunteers Needed! Please share your knowledge and love of LeClaire with our visitors! Contact Cindy Bruhn at info@visitleclaire.com or 563-650-7963 to volunteer. The winter shifts are 1½ - 3 hours. You will be trained, and it is fun!

 

New hours for LeClaire Antiques & Appraisals - Wed - Sat 11-4 and by appointment!

Commercial Property Available - 1295 and 1297 Eagle Ridge Road, LeClaire, Iowa. There are two in-line units available consisting of 2,160 sq. ft. each or 4,320 sq. ft. combined and suitable for either retail or office user. The location provides plenty of parking just off Highway 67/Cody Road with an overview of the Great River Road. It has excellent visibility with an elevated monument sign, and is located close to the first Iowa exit on I-80. Current co-tenants include Slagle Foods, Subway, First Central State Bank, and Style with PM Interiors. Please call: Mike Burke - Mel Foster Co. mburke@melforsterco.com, Mobile: 563-349-2705, Direct: 563-823-5272

Commercial Space for Rent - 204 Jones St. - Call 563-370-2386 for more information. Will show by appointment. Commercially zoned only. Lease with option to purchase.

Park Run Apartments/Newbury Living complex - 1, 2, & 3 Bedrooms Available - 1701 Iowa Drive, LeClaire, Iowa 52753. Washer & dryers in every unit along with all other appliances.  Each apartment has either a balcony or a patio.  Considerable storage in each 1 BR, 2 BR or 3 BR unit. Call (563) 289-5159 for a tour and more information today!

Do you have Residential or Commercial property available? If you own residential rental property or commercial property that is available for lease or sale in the greater LeClaire region, please contact the LeClaire Chamber of Commerce, leclairechamber@gmail.com, with a property description, complete contact information including phone numbers and rental or purchase pricing. As a service to the community, we would like to have the information available so we can share the most up-to-date information on our website!
Visit the LeClaire Chamber of Commerce website www.leclairechamber.com and see us on Facebook!

SERVING THE COMMUNITY AND BEYOND

First Presbyterian Church of LeClaire Meals for Seniors at the church every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 12 noon. Good food and a time to visit with others. Please call 563-289-3646 and make a reservation 2 days in advance.

 

LeClaire Recreation Center Calendar - Join us for Family Nights!

4:00-6:30pm, $2 per person; 3 and under free. Concessions available.

February 8th - Open gym and movie "Casper"

March 8th - Open gym and movie "ET"

All movies start at 5:00 pm - www.leclairereccenter.com

 

LeClaire Events Coming Up!

May 2-3- French Market Days

May 3-4 - LeClaire Community Library Book Sale

 

LeClaire Community Library Events:

Children's Events:

Storytime Hours: Every Tuesday evening at 6:30pm & Friday morning at 10:30am.

Just for Teens:

Service Hours: Looking for new opportunities to complete your service hour requirements? The library could always use some help! Students are invited to stop by the library as their schedule allows?no advance appointment is required?and we will put them to work!  We try and be as flexible as possible?student volunteers can stay as long or as little as they are able to or comfortable with.

TAG: In March, the library will be starting up our very first Teen Advisory Group (TAG)! Join us for our first meeting on March 20th, from 4-5pm to learn how YOU can help the library staff develop services for young adults. By attending you can earn credit towards your services hours, and we serve snacks!

Events for Adults:

LeClaire Writer's Group: every 2nd Saturday of each month from 10am-12pm. Join us in the fireplace room for peer review, to discuss writing, and meet other local authors!

Adult Book Discussion Group: For the month of February, we'll be reading The Rosie Project by Graeme Simison. We'll meet on Wednesday, Feb. 26th at 6:30 in the fireplace room to discuss. To see the rest of the Book Club picks for 2014, visit the Adult Events tab on our website here: http://www.leclaire.lib.ia.us/adultservices/programs

07 Feb 2014

Iowa Supreme Court Opinions February 7, 2014

By Iowa Judicial Branch
Notice: The opinions posted on this site are slip opinions only. Under the Rules of Appellate Procedure a party has a limited number of days to request a rehearing after the filing of an opinion. Also, all slip opinions are subject to modification or correction by the court. Therefore, opinions on this site are not to be considered the final decisions of the court. The official published opinions of the Iowa Supreme Court are those published in the North Western Reporter published by West Group.

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No. 12-1192

DENNIS H. HAGENOW and ROSALEE A. HAGENOW vs. BETTY L. SCHMIDT

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