02 Jul 2013

Author Steven E. Hulme Shares His Memories Growing Up in Iowa from the 1930s to 1950s

By Nicholas Depew

New book provides snippets of the hard and good times living in Iowa during the Great Depression and War years

EAST LYME, Conn. - You've Got to Start Young: A Memoir (published by iUniverse) written by author Steven E. Hulme tells his memories growing up in Iowa during the 1930s, 1940s and into the 1950s.

Born on a rented farm, the author relates some happy, sad, funny and scary events from his childhood which includes his life on the farm, his house burning down, the move into town, his remarkable school life, his adolescent years and so many adventures along the way.

This book provides a glimpse into life before the TV, computers, cell phones, Facebook, and Twitter. It shares to readers a collection of snippets about the hard times and the good times of growing up in Iowa as a Depression baby and as a child during World War II.

You've Got to Start Young: A Memoir lets readers walk down memory lane as the author vividly recalls what it was like living during the Great Depression era as well as the War years.

About the Author

Steven E. Hulme was born in 1934 in Iowa City, Iowa- his family lived on a farm in the midst of the Great Depression. A graduate of the University of Iowa and the General Theological Seminary, he served as an Episcopal priest for thirty-nine years in Iowa and Connecticut. Currently he is executive director of the Karen (of Burma) Emergency Relief Fund Inc.

Articles, letters and op-ed pieces by the author have appeared in the New London Day, the Hartford Courant, the Post Road Review, the Lyme Times, the Vintage Voice and the Episcopalian. He and his wife, Mary, live in East Lyme, Connecticut. They have two grown children.

iUniverse, an Author Solutions, Inc. self-publishing imprint, is the leading book marketing, editorial services, and supported self-publishing provider. iUniverse has a strategic alliance with Indigo Books & Music, Inc. in Canada, and titles accepted into the iUniverse Rising Star program are featured in a special collection on BarnesandNoble.com. iUniverse recognizes excellence in book publishing through the Star, Reader's Choice, Rising Star and Editor's Choice designations?self-publishing's only such awards program. Headquartered in Bloomington, Indiana, iUniverse also operates offices in Indianapolis. For more information or to publish a book, please visit iuniverse.com or call 1-800-AUTHORS. For the latest, follow @iuniversebooks on Twitter.

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02 Jul 2013

BOWLING GREEN STATE UNIV DEANS LIST

By Colleen Yarger

BOWLING GREEN, O. -- Bowling Green State University has announced the undergraduate students who have been named to the spring semester Dean's List for achieving grade point averages of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale.

To be chosen for the Dean's List, undergraduate students must carry no fewer than 12 letter-graded credit hours per semester.

Alyssa Thornburg of Bettendorf, majoring in Health and Human Services, was among those who made the Dean's List.

02 Jul 2013

BOWLING GREEN STATE UNIV GRADS LIST

By Colleen Yarger

Bowling Green, O. - Bowling Green State University celebrated its 276th graduation in three ceremonies in the Stroh Center on Friday, May 3, and Saturday, May 4. The total number of diplomas being awarded was 2,092, including 380 degrees granted through the Graduate College.

Alexa Harris of Moline was among those receiving their Bachelor of Science in Education degrees.

02 Jul 2013

CLARKE UNIV NAIA SCHOLAR ATHLETES

By Jerry Hanson

Thirty-nine Clarke Student-Athletes Named NAIA Scholar-Athletes

(DUBUQUE, Iowa) Thirty-nine Clarke University student-athletes, including Abby Willich of Davenport have been named 2013 Daktronics - National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) Scholar-Athletes. The following area students received NAIA Scholar-Athlete honors.

To be eligible for the honor, student-athletes must maintain a 3.50 grade point average on a 4.0 scale and must have achieved junior academic status.  Clarke is a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics and the Midwest Collegiate Conference.

02 Jul 2013

D.A.V. NEWSLETTER - July-August 2013

By Rick Martin

Quad Cities Chapter No. 2 News

The Chapter will meet on July 11, 7:00 p.m. at the Hickory Gardens, 3311 Hickory Grove Road in Davenport.  Key item is plans for the For-Get-Me-Not Drive this fall.  Tentative dates are September 13 and 14.  We have set those dates with Wal-Mart.  Members who can work a two hour shift should contact Commander Paul Janecek at 563-386-3533.  At our July meeting we will have sign up sheeting with proposed working shift printed on them.

Future meetings: No meeting in August.  There will be a regular meeting September 12; October 10; November 14; and no meeting December.  We will give a schedule for 2014 in our November Newsletter.

DAV Auxiliary

We CAN NOT URGE DAV AND DAVA MEMBERS ENOUGH to find an Auxiliary member or member candidate to come to our next meeting.  Call Mrs. Janecek at 563-386-3533 or Beverly Cherryholmes at 563-332-5161. Auxiliary meeting will be same time as Chapter meeting.

AMVET'S POST 144 - MEETING INFORMATION

PLACE:  Hickory Gardens     DATE:  June 24 2013   TIME:  5:00 P.M.

Come to enjoy the fellowship, good food, and a productive meeting.  We will have information about out Picnic (inside not outside).  Because of the storm, I did not attend the June 24th meeting.  I would have told you that our indoor picnic has been scheduled for September 15 at Biaggi's Ristoranti Italiano @ 5195 Utica Ridge Road in Davenport, Iowa.  The time is 5:00 p.m.  You MUST make reservations or you may not have a seat at the table!!!

HOW HAVE WE ALLOWED GOVERNMENT TO VIOLATE OUR 4TH AMENDMENT?

When we vote we put our faith and trust in those we elect to office.  Today, we know that some of these people disregard the "Oath" they take and violated your rights under the 4th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.  The revelations by a whistleblower and some of the media has exposed spying upon a vast number of citizens of this country is most alarming.  For those who have read Orwell's 1984 it has come to pass.  We are not safe from the spying of our Government in the safety of our own home.  An abuse of power greater than anything we have known in the History of the United States.   I can tell you I am concerned and you should be also.  We must demand Congressional investigations be conducted.  The Speaker of the U.S House of Representatives has indicated that if all of this spying is true that people need to go to jail.  The leaders of this spying need to be put in jail!  Elected officials who have been involved need to be removed from office.

Every veteran needs to write the Speaker and ask him to do what he said.  We need to call our two Senators and Congressmen to start action.  I believe we have a legal right to be safe in our homes.  Amendment IV (1791) James Madison wrote the following:  "The right of the people to be secure in their persons, house, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be search and the persons or things to be seized."  Madison said it then and it means the same today!

02 Jul 2013

RIVER BANDITS HOMESTAND HIGHLIGHTS JUNE 29-JULY 3

By Marco LaNave

Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center sponsors series with two fireworks shows, Mega Candy Drop

DAVENPORT, Iowa (JUNE 29, 2013) - The Quad Cities River Bandits host the Clinton LumberKings for five games Saturday, June 29 through Wednesday, July 3, at Modern Woodmen Park. Below are the highlights of promotions and events for the homestand, which is presented by the Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center.

PARKING AT MODERN WOODMEN PARK

Modern Woodmen Park is flood-protected. Parking is available in the Florian Keen parking lot to the north of Modern Woodmen Park, facing River Drive. The lot is accessible via Western Avenue.

Saturday, June 29, 7:00 p.m. (Gates 5:30 p.m.) Sponsors: Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center, CBS4

- Fan Appreciation Saturday

- Rascal Gnome Giveaway presented by Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center - for the first 2,000 fans through the gates.

- Seatbelt Awareness Night - a pregame presentation to raise seatbelt awareness.

- Social Media Night

- Durant Community Night

Sunday, June 30, 5:00 p.m. (Gates 3:30 p.m.)

Sponsors: GalaxyOne, Hy-Vee, Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center, KWQC, B100

- Flat Screen Family Sunday - fans can enter a drawing on the concourse to win a free flat-screen TV. Winners will be announced during half-inning breaks of the game.

- Hy-Vee Night & Tote Bag Giveaway - for the first 1,000 fans through the gates.

- Bark in the Park - Dogs are welcome to the game on the Modern Woodmen Berm in left field.

- GalaxyOne Mega Candy Drop - Following the game, the River Bandits will invite all children to the infield to watch a helicopter drop candy into the outfield. When all the candy has been dropped, they will be released to pick up the candy, while the helicopter returns to sprinkle marshmallows over the outfield. A drawing on the concourse will also give one lucky fan a free helicopter ride following the candy drop.

Monday, July 1, 7:00 p.m. (Gates 5:30 p.m.) Sponsors: Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center, 97X

- Munchie Monday - All-you-can-eat hot dogs, nachos, peanuts and popcorn is available with a $15 wristband at the box office.

- First Responders Night - With a badge or credential presented at the "Suites" entrance, police, fire and EMS personnel can purchase a $10 package that includes a bleacher ticket with a hot dog and soda voucher.

- Milan Community Night

Tuesday, July 2, 7:00 p.m. (Gates 5:30 p.m.) Sponsors: Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center, Pepsi, WOC, Q106.5

- Buy-1-Get-1 Free Tickets - All tickets are buy-1-get-1 free at the Modern Woodmen Park box office.

- Dew for Twosday - Recycle a can or bottle of Mountain Dew at the box office for a voucher for a free 16-ounce soda inside the park.

- Kids Eat Free - Kids 12 and under receive a voucher for a free hot dog and soda upon entry.

- Elks Night

- Start the Party Early: First Quad Cities Holiday Fireworks Show - following the game.

Wednesday, July 3, 6:30 p.m. (Gates 4:30 p.m.) Sponsors: Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center, U.S. Bank, Mix 96

- Pay Your Bill Wednesday - Fans can enter a copy of an unpaid bill into a drawing on the concourse, and if it is selected, the River Bandits will pay the bill up to $100.

- Red, White & BOOM Fireworks - From inside Modern Woodmen Park, fans can get the best view of the fireworks show, which begins at 9:30 p.m.

Tickets are available at the Modern Woodmen Park box office, by calling 563-324-3000 or online at www.riverbandits.com.

ABOUT THE BANDITS: The River Bandits ownership is making one of the biggest improvements to Modern Woodmen Park since the ballpark was first built back in 1931! A new Ferris wheel, standing 112 feet over the playing field, is planned for next spring, along with a carousel and other new games and attractions. This season, the team just unveiled a new 300-foot long dual zip line, a rock climbing wall, a Mediacom Frog Hopper, and a number of new bounce houses. The team also boasts a new major league affiliate, the Houston Astros, and fans can see last year's No. 1 overall draft pick, Carlos Correa, as well as first-round draft choice Lance McCullers. The Astros also just made the very first selection in the major league draft June 6 and are expected to have top pick Mark Appel play in the Quad Cities later this season. With new rides, new attractions, new improvements, a new affiliate and future major league stars, the second half of this season is one every fan will not want to miss!

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02 Jul 2013

"Cookbooks for Guys" Author Releases "The Tube Steak Boogie Cookbook - A Celebration of Hot Dogs, Brats, Sausage & Kielbasa"

By Nicholas Depew
"It all started at Willie's Wee Nee Wagon in Markham, Illinois, a Chicago suburb," says author and Chicago-area native Tim Murphy. "To this day the best hot dog I've ever eaten."

Murphy wanted to pay tribute to the hot dog stand of his youth, and adulthood, that he frequented for over 30 years. So he wrote this book featuring 50 recipes.

"It was my first stop when I came home from college or returned for the holidays to see family. In 2009, Willie's acquired a new owner, a new name and a different brand of hot dogs. I went there once and it just wasn't the same.  But I have some great memories. Willie's had been around since 1955, first a metal food trailer, then they constructed a building in the late 1970's.  

I am a bit of a fanatic about the place. I still have two of the paper bags from old orders. They must be ten to fifteen years old. One is framed and hangs in my kitchen, proudly emblazoned with Willie's motto 'We Relish Your Bun'.  The other travels with me everywhere and hangs on my office bulletin board. A great souvenir of home."

"When you grow up in the Midwest, it's a given you'll be eating hot dogs and brats, but here is so much more to that meal than just meat in a bun. I wanted to gather some of those great recipes and share them with other tube steak aficionados."

THE TUBE STEAK BOOGIE COOKBOOK features about 50 recipes, including The Diablo Dog, The Elvis Dog, Kielbasa Lasagna Wraps,  Smokin' Sausage Soup and for the holidays, Sloppy John's Thanksgiving Hot Dogs. There is also a lengthy dedication to Willie's Wee Nee Wagon and a huge list of traditional and unusual condiments to build your own gastronomic creation.

This is Tim Murphy's Fifth "Cookbook for Guys." The first four were under the "Flannel John" banner.

"Flannel John is a character based on a few old hunters I knew. I wanted to honor their spirit and what they taught me. He is also part Babe Winkelman, Ted Nugent, Red Green. Grizzly Adams and crusty mountain man. I have written four Flannel John books with another six planned.  The next one, "Flannel John's Tailgating & Couch Potato Cookbook" will be out the first week in August. This latest book was much more personal so I wanted to keep it strictly under my name."

The first book, Flannel John's Hunting & Fishing Camp Cookbook, grew out of friends complaining about the food at fishing and deer camps. Their buddies would show up with cheese, bologna, beef jerky and beer. If the fishing wasn't good or the deer tag wasn't filled, meals were slim pickings. Murphy wanted to collect simple, good-tasting recipes that weren't too complicated, that could be knocked out fairly fast.  That idea launched the first book in October 2013 and cracked Amazon.com's "Top 1%" Sales category.

Three more Flannel John titles have followed including Flannel John's Woods and Water Cookbook - Critters, Fritters, Chili and Beer in February 2013, Flannel John's Pirate Galley Cookbook - Coastal Cuisine and Maritime Meals from Oceans, Lakes and Rivers in April 2013 and for the backwoods, rustic soul there was Flannel John's Mountain Man Cookbook - Frontier Food from the Hills, Country and Backwoods in May 2013.

Why cookbooks for guys? "I didn't see anything written for men, especially beginner and novice cooks," said Murphy. "The first book covered comfort food for breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, deserts and drinks. It was aimed at hunters and anglers but it's great for campers and RVers."

Future releases include "Flannel John's Tailgating Grub & Couch Potato Cookbook" in August "Flannel John's Cabin Christmas Cookbook" in September plus cookbooks for single guys, truckers and wild game lovers in 2014.

"If this book is successful, I plan to open my own hot dog stand here on the Oregon coast. Maybe a Willie's Wee Nee Wagon West," said Murphy.

Tim Murphy is a graduate of Western Michigan University. This 23-year radio veteran spent 17-years hosting morning radio shows in several Michigan cities including Holland, Muskegon, Traverse City, Saginaw and Houghton plus Fargo, North Dakota, Stevens Point, Wisconsin and Ketchikan, Alaska. Murphy has had a long career as a freelance and comedy writer. His work has appeared in dozens of outlets including Backwoods Home Magazine, The Porcupine Press U.P. Magazine, National Lampoon, The Traverse City Record Eagle and ABC Radio Network.

He lives in Seaside, Oregon with his wife LisaMarie Costanzo.

All five of his books are $7.95 and can be found at Amazon.com and at www.flanneljohn.com.

For additional information on the books, to interview the author or to inquire about wholesale book pricing, contact Tim Murphy at (701) 238-1775 or at shamrockarrow@gmail.com.

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02 Jul 2013

CLARKE UNIV. SPRING GRADS LIST

By Ken Brown

Dubuque, Iowa - Clarke University in Dubuque, Iowa, awarded degrees and honors at its 170th Commencement Ceremony on May 11, 2013.

The following area students were honored at the ceremony: Melinda Lyn Duncan Foreman of Bettendorf, Toni L Gau of Bettendorf, Richelle M. Roethler of Bettendorf, Jennifer A. Seibert of Davenport, Jacklyn M. Shovlain of Davenport, and Kaitlyn L. Tipsword of Moline.  All of these graduates received degrees in Nursing.

Clarke University is a Catholic, liberal arts and sciences university dedicated to preparing students to make an impact. Known for superb teaching and academics, Clarke offers more than 40 undergraduate liberal arts and pre-professional programs and five graduate degree programs. Founded in 1843 by the Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Clarke is located near the Mississippi River in Dubuque, Iowa. Clarke's 55-acre campus is a blend of historic buildings and new, state-of-the-art facilities.

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02 Jul 2013

Rockhurst University Holds 93rd Annual Commencement

By Katherine Frohoff

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Rockhurst University awarded more than 700 degrees at its 93rd annual commencement ceremony Saturday, May 11, at Municipal Auditorium in Kansas City, Mo.


In keeping with the student-centered focus at Rockhurst, the program featured two student speakers: Katie Marie Birkenfeld, Kearney, Neb., who received a Bachelor of Arts in English and philosophy; and Andrew Christopher Kurz, Sedalia, Mo., who received a Master of Occupational Therapy.


Rockhurst University is one of 28 Catholic, Jesuit universities in the United States. It seeks to challenge students while providing a supportive environment for intellectual and personal growth. U.S. News & World Report consistently names Rockhurst among the top Midwest Regional Universities. Rockhurst is the only institution in the Kansas City area to have earned the community engagement classification from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching.


The following students were candidates for degrees:

Julie Garnaas of Bettendorf, Master of Science, Communication Sci & Disorders

Gabriella Binion of Davenport, Master of Business Administrtn, MBA.

02 Jul 2013

CLARKE UNIVERSITY ANNOUNCES DEAN'S LIST

By Ken Brown

Dubuque, Iowa - Katelyn M. Shima of Davenport and Megan R. Bailey of Moline were named to the Dean's List at Clarke University for the spring 2013 semester. The list recognizes full-time Clarke students who have earned a 3.65 grade-point average or above, on a 4.0 scale, with a minimum of 12 graded hours.

Clarke University is a Catholic, liberal arts and sciences university dedicated to preparing students to make an impact. Known for superb teaching and academics, Clarke offers more than 40 undergraduate liberal arts and pre-professional programs and six graduate degree programs. Founded in 1843 by the Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Clarke is located near the Mississippi River in Dubuque, Iowa. Clarke's 55-acre campus is a blend of historic buildings and new, state-of-the-art facilities.

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