16 Apr 2019

From Jesus Christ to Julian Assange: When Dissidents Become Enemies of the State

By John W Whitehead

“In a time of universal deceit, telling the truth is a revolutionary act.” — George Orwell

15 Apr 2019

The Most Controversial Belief

By Thomas L Knapp

Because I'm both a Libertarian and a loudmouth, I'm frequently hit with questions about libertarianism (and the Libertarian Party). Recently this one came up:

"What is the most controversial belief of Libertarians?"

Could it be our support of immigration-freedom (and, generally, freedom to travel)?

Or our demand for separation of school and state?

Perhaps our hard-line support for gun rights?

Or our stand for legalization of all drugs?

14 Apr 2019

AAMI Partners with Next Page Books for National Book Club Program

By Jennifer Beall

CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA (April 12, 2019) — The African American Museum of Iowa is partnering with Next Page Books to take part in the national Well-Read Black Girl book-club program.

14 Apr 2019

American Cancer Society Bettendorf Discovery Shop to Host Annual Spring-Garden Event

By Jamie Sons

BETTENDORF, IOWA (April 12, 2019) — All of the volunteers and staff at the Bettendorf Discovery Shop are hoping that you will be able to join us Monday, April 29, for our Garden event. We are all ready to welcome spring by filling the shop with a variety of beautiful spring-things that have been donated over the last year.

12 Apr 2019

Overkill: Gov’t Officials Deploy 700 Police to Lockdown City Only to Arrest Disabled Veteran for Buying Canned Iced Tea, Bug Spray

By Rutherford Institute

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VIRGINIA (April 12, 2019) —  Denouncing a Virginia town’s draconian lockdown-measures as a clear example of a dysfunctional, excessive government that overreaches, overspends, and is out of sync with the Constitution, The Rutherford Institute has asked a federal court to hold government officials responsible for adoptin

12 Apr 2019

Niabi Zoo Passes Now Available at Davenport Public Library

By Brittany Peacock

DAVENPORT, IOWA (April 12, 2019) — The Library is excited to announce that we have added an exciting new Community Experience Pass. Now available to patrons at each of our three locations are Niabi Zoo Passes! Each pass is checked out for one week and admits up to two adults and four children. The Niabi Zoo opens on May 18, so hurry in and get your passes!

For more information, visit www.davenportlibrary.com or call the library at (563) 326-7832.

12 Apr 2019

Homebrew School at Davenport Public Library

By Brittany Peacock

DAVENPORT, IOWA (April 12, 2019) — The Library welcomes the MUGZ Club for a complete homebrewing demonstration, from grain to glass. Join us Saturday, May 4, at 1PM at Eastern (6000 Eastern Ave) for this unique class that will emphasize equipment and technique for the absolute beginner. If you can boil water, you can brew!

The class will be held outside, so please call the library at 563-326-7832 if the weather is poor.

12 Apr 2019

City of Davenport Holiday Observance

By Samantha Torres

SCOTT COUNTY (April 12, 2019) —City of Davenport will observe Good Friday as a holiday on Friday, April 19, 2019.

All City of Davenport offices & The Public Works Center will be closed.

Police Department front desk and records office will be closed.

Main, Fairmount and Eastern Library branches will be closed.

Parks & Recreation administrative offices will be closed.

River’s Edge will be open pending flood-water.

11 Apr 2019

Scott County Emergency Management: Disaster Proclamation Signed

By Brian P Payne

SCOTT COUNTY (April 11, 2019) — Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds has signed a disaster proclamation for Scott County as one of several Iowa Counties impacted by flooding. That proclamation means that grant-assistance and case-management services are available to impacted residents for needs including: auto and home repairs, clothing, food, and emergency housing. Individuals and families must meet income-eligibility guidelines to qualify for the Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program.

11 Apr 2019

Scott County Emergency Management: Potable Water

By Brian P Payne

The Scott County Emergency Management Agency will be working with the American Red Cross to distribute bottled water to residents that are being affected by the flood. Residents who are currently impacted with the current flooding, and don’t have access to clean, potable water, are eligible to received donated bottled water. Potable Water Distribution point will be at the former Pleasant Valley Fire Station building, 24495 Valley Dr.

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