11 Mar 2013

Loebsack, Clinton Chamber of Commerce to Hold Media Availability

By Vonnie Hampel

Washington, D.C. - Congressman Dave Loebsack will meet with members of the Clinton Chamber of Commerce on MONDAY, March 11th.  They will discuss economic development issues, as well as the recent announcement that three companies will expand their businesses in Clinton adding 200 jobs and bringing in $25 million in investments.  Loebsack and members of the Chamber of Commerce will meet with the media at 3:00pm.  After the meeting, Loebsack will tour Data Dimensions, one of the companies that will be expanding.

Note: Due to company policies, press will not be allowed to tour the Data Dimensions facility.

Media Availability with Rep. Loebsack and Clinton Chamber of Commerce

3:00pm

Clinton Chamber of Commerce

721 S. 2nd Street

Clinton

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11 Mar 2013

New book shares Bettendorf restaurant owner's inspiring story

By Rick Martin
BETTENDORF, Iowa - Happy Joe Whitty loves people, and it shows. He loves to have a good time and to make people laugh, and that's just what his new book, "Not Your Average Joe" does.

"Walk into Happy Joe's in Bettendorf, Iowa, for their lunch buffet and chances are good that you might find me there, sitting down at my favorite round table, enjoying a slice of the taco pizza I created and made famous," Whitty said.

"I will sit there for hours, talking to guests, telling jokes, and waiting for children to come by. Any child passing me will be rewarded with a wooden nickel, good for a scoop of ice cream or bowl of frozen 'Joegurt,' and that child will know without a doubt that they are a pretty special kid. Because Happy Joe said so."

Readers are sure to love these feel-good stories about a hard-working, good-natured man and his endeavors in business and in the business of making people happy. "I'm not only living proof of the American dream, but proof that the American dream can become a reality for any one of us," Whitty writes. "This is my story. And yours."

Published by Tate Publishing and Enterprises, the book is available through bookstores nationwide, from the publisher at www.tatepublishing.com/bookstore, or by visiting www.barnesandnoble.com, or www.amazon.com.

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11 Mar 2013

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

By Tim Albrecht

(DES MOINES) - Governor Branstad's office will hold a public hearing to gather information and public sentiment regarding the Board of Parole's positive recommendation on Rasberry Williams' application for commutation.

The governor requested the public hearing in a letter to the Iowa Board of Parole. View the letter here.

The hearing will be held, and public comment received, at the Black Hawk County Courthouse from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 27, 2013.

The purpose of the hearing is to seek information about how the crime impacted the victims and the community, whether Mr. Williams has changed while incarcerated, any and all safety concerns from victims and members of the community, and any other relevant information.

Information on the public hearing is as follows:

Wednesday, March 27, 2013

1 p.m. Public hearing to gather information and public sentiment regarding the Board of Parole's positive recommendation on Rasbery Williams' application for commutation

Black Hawk County Courthouse

316 E. 5th St.

Waterloo, IA

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08 Mar 2013

Local Students Travel to New Orleans With Culver-Stockton College's Spring Music Tour

By Culver-Stockton College Communications

CANTON, MO. (03/08/2013)(readMedia)-- Continuing a spring tour tradition that spans more than 60 years, the Culver-Stockton College Concert and Chamber Choirs, as well as the Wind and Jazz Ensembles traveled throughout Missouri, Arkansas and Louisiana Wednesday, Feb. 27 through Tuesday, March 5 for a series of concert performances.

Tyler Hast, freshman music major from Silvis, Ill. performed with the Wind Ensemble, Concert Choir and Chamber Choir.

Ian Sodawasser, junior musical theatre major from Davenport, Iowa performed with the Concert Choir.

Highlites of the trip include performing in New Orleans' St. Louis Cathedral, as well as on the Creole Queen-Chalmette Battlefield River Cruise in New Orleans. The groups also performed at the Thorncrown Chapel in Eureka Springs, Ark.

08 Mar 2013

SENIOR COFFEE - MARCH 13

By Davenport Parks & Recreation

Are you looking for a beautiful way to spend a Wednesday morning?  Join Davenport Parks and Recreation at the Conservatory in Vander Veer Botanical Park for our Senior Coffee. This informal program is designed to encourage senior citizens to visit the warmth of the conservator

Are you looking for a beautiful way to spend a Wednesday morning?  Join Davenport Parks and Recreation at the Conservatory in Vander Veer Botanical Park for our Senior Coffee. This informal program is designed to encourage senior citizens to visit the warmth of the conservatory during the colder months and enjoy the color and fragrance of beautiful flowers.

 

On Wednesday, March 13, participants will be able to enjoy the Spring Flower Show from 10 am - Noon.  The cost for the program is $1 and each participant will have the opportunity to experience the sights, sounds and fragrances of the colorful and vibrant spring flowers as well as enjoy refreshments. An educational presentation on how to care for bulbs will be presented at 10:300 am. Tulip bulbs will be given away.

 

Pre-registration is not required.

 

y during the colder months and enjoy the color and fragrance of beautiful flowers.

 

On Wednesday, March 13, participants will be able to enjoy the Spring Flower Show from 10 am - Noon.  The cost for the program is $1 and each participant will have the opportunity to experience the sights, sounds and fragrances of the colorful and vibrant spring flowers as well as enjoy refreshments. An educational presentation on how to care for bulbs will be presented at 10:300 am. Tulip bulbs will be given away.

 

Pre-registration is not required.

 

08 Mar 2013

Dr. Jason Glass, Iowa Department of Education, Guest Speaker at Rotary Club of Davenport

By Johanna Smith

March 8, 2013 (Davenport, IA) - The Rotary Club of Davenport will host Dr. Jason Glass, director of the Iowa Department of Education, on Monday, March 11, 2013 at noon at The Outing Club in Davenport.  Dr. Glass has been the director of the Iowa Department of Education since his appoint by Governor Terry Branstad and confirmation by the Iowa Senate in December 2010.

Under Director Glass's leadership, the Department has focused on the values of demonstrating courageous leadership, promoting innovation in education, and acting as a servant to schools and communities in Iowa.

As director, he works with the Governor, legislators, the State Board of Education, and Iowans in supporting efforts and initiatives to restore the state's tradition as a national leader in education and to lead transformative change.

Background

The Iowa Department of Education director is appointed by the Governor to serve a four-year term, subject to confirmation by the Iowa Senate. The director's role is to provide leadership for the department as it carries out the policies and programs prescribed by state law and the State Board of Education; and to ensure department personnel are providing the necessary oversight and support for all schools, educators and students to meet their academic goals. The department director also serves as the executive officer of the State Board of Education, a nonvoting role.

For more information or to attend the meeting on Monday, contact Johanna Smith at 563-322-3567 or via email at davrotary@netexpress.net.

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08 Mar 2013

Oz: The Great and Powerful - See it on the GIANT Screen!

By Putnam Museum
Wait to see it where it's meant to be seen, on the Putnam's GIANT Screen!

Oz: The Great and Powerful
Coming in May!

Oz: Great and Powerful COMING IN MAY!
Oz The Great and Powerful -- Official Disney Trailer | HD
Watch the trailer!


Putnam Museum
1717 W 12th St
Davenport, Iowa 52804
563-324-1933
08 Mar 2013

New Creative Workshop 'Finding Your Focus' at The Artful Office

By Rick Martin

What: New workshop for creatives, 'Creative Co-Working: Finding Your Focus'

When: Wednesdays March 13, 20 , 27, and April 3rd from 6-7p

Where: The Artful Office, 1700 2nd Avenue, Suite 1, Rock Island, IL 61201

Who: Nikki Jones, Owner of The Artful Office, graduated from Columbia College Chicago with a B.A. in Marketing Communications, specialization in arts, entrepreneurship, and small business. Her young professional resume includes such work as Paralegal and Office Manager for a law office, Traffic Coordinator and General Manager of a graphic design and production house, and Director of Marketing, Merchandising, and Distribution for a popular brewery. Her desire to succeed as an entrepreneur is matched only by her passion for sharing what she learns with other like-minded individuals.

Description: A relaxed, 4-week series of 'coffee talks' at The Artful Office, located in the District of Rock Island. You have creative ideas and goals flying all over the place, and feel a little helpless to nail them down. This series will both motivate you to purse those goals now and help you figure out which ideas go where on your path to success. In addition to inspriring conversation, we'll use worksheets and excersies that transform thoughts into actions. You'll finish the series with a clearer idea of what success looks like for you and how small steps can carry you down that path. Snacks and beverages provided.

Week 1: Defining Success & Why We Simply MUST Do What We Love

Week 2: Using Our Past, Present, and Future to Prioritize Ideas and Goals

Week 3: Uncovering Our Personal Brand (without getting put in a box)

Week 4: Taking Action to Draw Opportunities to Ourselves

Registration: $40 - register online at jonesfordesign.com or on facebook at TheArtfulOffice

 

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08 Mar 2013

Rite of Spring centennial performance this weekend!

By QCSO

Rite of Spring at 100 years

 

When Stravinsky's Rite of Spring was first performed a century ago there were riots in the theater and the landscape of orchestral music was changed forever. We at the Quad City Symphony Orchestra are very excited to be performing this seminal piece, paired with one of the most popular pieces in the orchestral canon, Mussorgsky's Pictures at an Exhibition.

 

This weekend the Quad City Symphony Orchestra will also be announcing its Masterworks season for 2013-14 and accepting season renewals. If you are currently a season subscriber, you will be able to pick up your form at the concerts. Any orders returned with payment at the concerts will receive a free commemorative Quad City Symphony Orchestra travel mug, so be sure to bring your check books and credit cards with you!

 

This performance of Rite of Spring will complete Mark Russell Smith's cycle of Stravinsky ballet anniversaries that began with 2010's performance of the Firebird and followed in 2011 by Petrushka. Descriptions of original performance describe a near-riot breaking out in reaction to the avante garde nature of the music and choreography. You can watch a BBC recreation of this monumental evening by clicking here.

 

You can read the program notes written by Dennis Loftin before attending the concert by clicking here.

 

And recently Maestro Mark Russell Smith gave a lecture at the University of Minnesota which you can view by clicking here.

 

To celebrate the performance of Mussorgsky's work, Bruce Walters, a Professor of Art at Western Illinois University, has created a series of drawings entitled "Pictures at an Exhibition." These works of art will be displayed in the RiverCenter from March 1-9, 2013. This series is Walters' interpretation of the music of Pictures at an Exhibition, influenced by descriptions of the artwork that originally inspired the music. Walters added a local feel to the works by placing Quad City area landmarks throughout the series. The series is online at www.walters-mussorgsky.info.

 

08 Mar 2013

Eastern Iowa Stocker/Feeder Forums

By Amanda Heitz
The Iowa Beef Center and Iowa Cattlemen's Association will be sponsoring two programs this month for small and medium beef and dairy operations. Any cattle operations with less than 1000 animals in outside yards are invited to attend to learn more about how  environmental regulations and inspections may impact their operation.

Both programs start at 10 AM and will conclude about 3 PM. The keynote speakers are Stephen Pollard from EPA, and Gene Tinker or Bill Ehm from IDNR. They have been asked to address fly-overs, inspections and environmental compliance- all topics of high priority for Iowa livestock operators regardless of size and scope of operation. Justine Stevenson, ICA Director of Government Relations and Public Policy, will provide an update on policy, administrative and other hot topics the Iowa Cattlemen's Association is working on in 2013.

With high feed costs producers need to evaluate and seek out feedstock options to manage through high feed input costs. Dr. Dan Loy will discuss current use of alkali treatment to increase the digestibility and value of corn stalks in cattle rations. With the current challenge on producers' minds being the availability of water for summer 2013, there's no doubt that it's important to have a plan in place to insure cattle are managed appropriately to avoid heat stress and other issues this summer. Greg Brenneman & Byron Leu, or Dan Huyser & Denise Schwab, ISU Extension engineer and beef specialists, will focus on considerations producers can use to navigate through a hot dry summer if this is a reality.

The programs will be held March 21, at the Mahaska County Extension Office in Oskaloosa, and March 22, at the Jones County Extension Office in Monticello. Please RSVP your intent to participate by calling the ICA office at 515-296-2266 by Friday, March 15. Lunch will be provided free of charge thanks to local business sponsors.

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