03 Jul 2014

East Moline Parade Tomorrow

By Bobby Schilling
Don't forget–tomorrow is the East Moline AMVETS 4th of July parade. Are you in?

We'll be lining up at noon at the old Case IH plant in East Moline. We will step off at 1pm.
03 Jul 2014

Despite Flooding, Davenport is Open for Business

By T. Brecht

Front Street Brewery's signature beer is called Raging River Ale.

The name is hitting a little close to home for the long-time Davenport business, which boasts two riverfront locations - one between Pershing and Perry streets on River Drive and the other in the riverfront Freight House building.

The muddy Mississippi may be knocking at the front door, but manager Jenny Ash says both locations are open and serving.

"It was a little slow at lunch today, probably because parking is hard to find," she said. "But this flood is typical and manageable."

Ash has worked at Front Street for 22 years and has been through seven major floods. Improvements in the city's flood protection plan over the years have made them much easier to deal with than the deluge in 1993 that knocked the brewery out of business for an extended period.

"When we see the Hesco barriers going in, it's very reassuring to us," she said, as several patrons stepped in to order lunch and gawk at the rising waters just outside the large picture window out front.

Downstream a bit, Ed Kraklio Jr. of Nostalgia Farms Deli said the lunch rush today was more like a trickle. Too many people don't realize that despite River Drive being closed, you can still access businesses south of the road. Still, he's pleased with the flood protection measures in place.

"We're still prepping and getting ready for the weekend," he said. "Although we will be closed on the 4th because they cancelled Red, White and Boom."

Michelle Magyar, one of the co-owners of Mid-American Glass on River Drive, said they are coping with this flood much better than the last major flood in 2011.

A recent $5 million expansion, with a new building on their site, allows them to ship out a new dock to the north, meaning they no longer need access from River Drive.

"We are an island, but it's business as usual although it's hectic," she said. "The city helped us put this new building in and we can now get in without going through the water."

Any business owner that needs assistance with flood fighting should contact Public Works at (563) 326-7923.

02 Jul 2014

THURSDAY: Loebsack to Host "Serving Those Who Served" Events in Davenport, Clinton

By Rick Martin

Third annual series of veterans town halls to coincide with July 4th holiday

Washington, D.C. - Congressman Dave Loebsack announced that he will bring his Serving Those Who Served tour to Davenport and Clinton, TOMORROW, THURSDAY, July 3. These forums will give veterans and their families an opportunity to speak directly with Congressman Loebsack. Staff will also be on hand for veterans to seek assistance if they are having issues with the Veterans Administration, or any Federal agency. Loebsack will be joined by representatives from local Veteran Service Organizations, County Veterans Affairs Officers and other groups.

"As Iowans come together to celebrate the birth of our nation, we must take time to remember those men and women who fought for the freedoms we treasure. As a military parent and member of the House Armed Services Committee, I take great pride in Serving Those Who Served. I strongly believe that there is no greater responsibility we have as a nation than to ensure our servicemembers have the support, equipment, and training they need to safely carry out their mission and that we care for our veterans with the same dignity and honor with which they served. I look forward to meeting with veterans and their families to discuss issues important to them and provide any assistance my office can help with."

Loebsack will also hold forums in Muscatine, Iowa City, Ottumwa, Ft. Madison, Burlington, Newton, Knoxville and Washington. This is the third year that Loebsack has hosted town halls specifically for veterans around the July 4th holiday. Veterans, their families and media are invited to attend.

 

July 3rd Serving Those Who Served Tour

 

Davenport

10:00am

American Legion Post 26

1111 W 35th St

 

Clinton

1:00pm

Clinton County Administration Building

1900 N 3rd St

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02 Jul 2014

OFFICIAL BLUES FESTIVAL UPDATES! FESTIVAL IS ALL SET FOR 2ND STREET IN DAVENPORT

By MVBS

The 30th anniversary Mississippi Valley Blues Festival is on for July 3-5 in downtown Davenport!  Despite the massive flooding, the Festival is happening, and the weather prediction for the festival weekend is for dry and pleasant temperatures.

Here is a list of important information about the blues Festival:

  • The location is on 2nd Street in Davenport, between Brady and Ripley Streets.
  • The main gate with will call and media check-in is at Harrison Street on the north side of 2ndStreet.  A second gate is at the east end of 2nd, at Brady Street.
  • Because River Drive will be closed, there is no access to the parking garage closest to the River Music Experience (at River Drive and Main Street).
  • Red White and Boom has cancelled the fireworks for Thursday July 3rd.
  • The Bandshell (Big Stage) will be at Ripley & 2nd, and the "Tent" stage will be in the courtyard just east of the River Music Experience at 2nd and Main.
  • Admission is $10 for Thursday July 3, $25 for Friday July 4, and $25 for Saturday July 5.
  • Correction: The free workshops will be held in the performance hall on the second floor of the River Music Experience, and the free retrospective Photo Exhibit will be housed in the same room.  Hours are 2:30-8:00 p.m. on July 4 and 5.
  • Correction: BlueSKool will be held on the community stage at Falbo's Pizza on the first floor in the River Music Experience.  Hours are 3:30-7:00 p.m. on July 4 and 5.
  • Gates open at 4:30 on Thursday July 3, and at 2:30 on July 4 and 5.
01 Jul 2014

Future Lady Knights (FLK) National World Series Fundraiser

By Jim Kersten
When: Wednesday July 2nd

Time: 5 - 8:00pm

What: "Tip a Knight"

Where: Antonella's - 112 W. 3rd

Davenport

FLK softball players will be waiting tables from 5-8pm. All tips

collected during this time will be used to raise money for their trip

to the National World Series. Come out to try homemade Italian

dishes and support the FLK softball program.
01 Jul 2014

Celebrate Independence Day in New Windsor

By D. Howe
Join us at Shady Lakes RV Resort, New Windsor, IL for their Independence Day celebration on Saturday, July 5th from 4:30-8:30 p.m. Fireworks will follow.
30 Jun 2014

LeClaire is open on 4th of July 2014. Celebrate First Friday with us!

By Cindy Bruhn

LECLAIRE, Iowa - Many of the LeClaire, Iowa shops, restaurants, and attractions are open all day on the 4th of July this coming Friday! Join them for a relaxing day of dining, wining, touring and shopping. In the evening, from 5-8pm, enjoy the First Friday celebration with live music, shopping, dining, and food and spirit sampling.

 

First Friday on the 4th of July! 5-8pm, Downtown LeClaire, Iowa

  • Mississippi River Distilling Company. 5:30-8pm. Free cocktail glass with spirit purchase, summer food and cocktail samples, and Big Peach Liqueur release! www.mrdistilling.com

  • Wide River Winery open until 8pm with live music by Tony Hoeppner and Friends in the courtyard from 5-8pm. Enjoy a bottle of award-winning wine and music with friends! www.wideriverwinery.com

  • Antique Archaeology open until 6pm.

  • Artswork open until 7pm.

  • Aunt Hattie's is serving red velvet cupcakes and patriotic Jello shots; open late.

  • Dwellings open until 6pm.

  • Fresh Vintage open until 7pm.

  • Grasshopper's open until 7pm.

  • Kernel Cody's Popcorn Shoppe open until 8pm.

  • Razzleberries open until 7pm. Free booze cake while it lasts and ukulele give-away drawing at 6pm.

  • renee grae gallery: Opening Exhibition from 6-9pm. The July exhibit features works created from the firework shells by local artists along with their collective group.

  • Riverbend Retro open until 7pm. Receive a FREE surprise gift with every purchase during First Friday!

  • Urban Classic Home open until 7pm.

  • 129 will be open until midnight

  • Bierstube kitchen open until midnight; bar open until 2am. Karaoke from 9pm-1am.

  • Big Dave & Holly's open until 9pm.

  • Blue Iguana open until 10pm.

  • Crane & Pelican Café open until 9pm.

  • Happy Joe's Pizza & Ice Cream Parlor open until 8pm.

  • Riverview Roadhouse open until 2am.

  • Sneaky Pete's Woodfire Grille open until 1am; Karaoke 9pm-1am.

Situated at the intersection of I-80 and Hwy. 67 just north of the Quad Cities, LeClaire offers a complete shopping, dining, and touring experience. Relax along the scenic streets of this historic river town that exudes turn-of-the-century charm. LeClaire has great events including First Friday, weekly Farmer's Market, car shows, and the Tug Fest in August. Attractions include the Buffalo Bill Museum, Antique Archaeology - "Home of the American Pickers", Wide River Winery, the Mississippi River Distilling Co., and the Scott County Freedom Rock. Nature lovers enjoy the scenery at Lock and Dam #14 - bald eagles in the winter and pelicans during the spring and fall. For more information: www.visitleclaire.com

LeClaire, Iowa - Contact Information:

Cindy Bruhn, LeClaire Tourism Manager * 563-650-7963 * info@visitleclaire.com

Mailing Address: 325 Wisconsin St., LeClaire, IA 52753

LeClaire Information Center Address: 122 N. Cody Road, LeClaire, IA

563-289-4242 x1135 * www.visitleclaire.com

27 Jun 2014

Witness history in the making with the delivery and placement of the Scott County Freedom Rock in LeClaire, Iowa on Saturday, June 28, 2014!

By Cindy Bruhn

LECLAIRE, Iowa - At 7am on Saturday, June 28, 2014, the boulder that has been chosen to be the Scott County Freedom Rock will begin the final leg of its journey from a quarry in Rock Island, Illinois to LeClaire, Iowa. It will have a proper Patriot Guard escort to its permanent home and be set in place by a crane at approximately 8am.

If anyone would like to participate in the motorcycle escort, meet at Ducky's Lagoon, 13515 78th Ave. W., Taylor Ridge, Illinois on Saturday morning at 6:45am. The escort will depart Ducky's at 7am and arrive in LeClaire around 8am.

Much appreciation goes to the wonderful donations of the rock, time, and equipment to RiverStone Group, Inc., for donating the rock and transporting it from St. Louis, Mr. Ben Kellar Trucking for transporting the rock to the LeClaire Levee, Cattani Cranes for unloading and placing the rock, and Doug Harper of Superior Seawalls and Docks for technical consulting.

or contact Tonia Kennedy at freedomrockscottcountyiowa@gmail.com.

If you would like to show your patriotic support for Scott County's Freedom Rock, donations can be mailed to Blackhawk Bank & Trust, c/o Freedom Rock - Scott County, 323 South 2nd Street, P.O. Box 748, LeClaire, IA 52753. Please LIKE their Facebook page to follow the continuing story of the painting and dedication of the Freedom Rock - Scott County. https://www.facebook.com/FreedomRockTourScottCountyIowa/info

Situated at the intersection of I-80 and Hwy. 67 just north of the Quad Cities, LeClaire offers a complete shopping, dining, and touring experience. Relax along the scenic streets of this historic river town that exudes turn-of-the-century charm. LeClaire has great events including First Friday, weekly Farmer's Market, car shows, and the Tug Fest in August. Attractions include the Buffalo Bill Museum, Antique Archaeology - "Home of the American Pickers", Wide River Winery, the Mississippi River Distilling Co., and the Scott County Freedom Rock. Nature lovers enjoy the scenery at Lock and Dam #14 - bald eagles in the winter and pelicans during the spring and fall. For more information: www.visitleclaire.com

Freedom Rock - Scott County Contact Information:

Tonia Kennedy, freedomrockscottcountyiowa@gmail.com, 563-650-1739

LeClaire, Iowa - Contact Information:

Cindy Bruhn, LeClaire Tourism Manager * 563-650-7963 * info@visitleclaire.com

Mailing Address: 325 Wisconsin St., LeClaire, IA 52753

LeClaire Information Center Address: 122 N. Cody Road, LeClaire, IA

563-289-4242 x1135 * www.visitleclaire.com

27 Jun 2014

LeClaire Chamber of Commerce Announcements - 06/27/2014

By LeClaire Chamber

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Friday 06/27/2014

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!

Freedom Rock of Scott County - LeClaire LeClaire has been honored as the site chosen in Scout County for the Freedom Rock that will be painted to display patriotic tribute to those who volunteer their lives for our Freedom. The 7.5 stone will escorted by the Honor Guard and placed on the LeClaire Levee, June 28, 8:00 a.m. KWQC News and other news media will be present. Please go to https.//www.facebook.com/FreedomRockTourScottCountyIowa/ or http://www.thefreedomrock.com/ for more information about Freedom Rock, or to find how you can purchase an enduring memorial or donate to and help support this great honor.

Andrew Arndt - Mutual of Omaha Financial Advisor 4933 Utica Ridge Rd., Davenport, IA 52807.  www.mutualofomaha.com/agent/andrewarndt Andrew.arndt@mutualofomaha.com 563-359-5800 ext. 224

CALENDAR

June 27th - Wide River Winery LeClaire - Music on the Mississippi Broken Strings - 5-8 p.m.

June 27th - 129 - Live Music Jason Karl - 8-11 p.m.

June 28th - Freedom Rock - Placement of the Boulder, LeClaire Levee The 7.5 ton stone, donated by River Stone, will be escorted by the Honor Guard and placed on the LeClaire Levee at 8:00 a.m. KWQC and other news media will be present. Please come help celebrate this honor!

June 28th - Go Fish will hand out awards for a Golf Outing/Princeton Days fundraiser held 9a.m.-4p.m. that day. Contact Deb at 563-289-9030 for more information.

June 30th - Happy Birthday, LeClaire Community Library! What better way to celebrate LeClaire Library's 10th Birthday with a magic show, balloon animals, and cake? Join us at 2pm for all the fun!

 

Save the Date

July 4th - First Friday in LeClaire! 5-8 p.m.

•Mississippi River Distilling Company Free cocktail glass with spirit purchase, summer food and cocktail samples, and introducing Peach Liqueur! www.mrdistilling.com

•Wide River Winery open until 8pm with live music by the Tony Hoeppner and Friends in the courtyard from 5-8pm. Enjoy the music and a bottle of award-winning wine! www.wideriverwinery.com

•Karaoke at the Bierstube from 9pm-1am.

•Restaurants will be ready to serve you and many other shops will be open late!

July 5th- Bierstube - Live Music Sharon Drive 9pm-1am

July 9th - Grief Counselling, First Presbyterian Church, LeClaire in cooperation with Genesis Hospital. No cost. Dessert, coffee and cool beverages will be provided. 6:30 p.m.

July11th - Steventon's - Live Entertainment on the Patio 6pm-9pm by QC Local, Lewis Knudsen

July 18th - Steventon's - Live Entertainment on the Patio 6pm-9pm by QC Local Molly Conrad

July 19th - Bierstube - Live Music The Fry Daddies 8pm-12am

July 25th-26th - Expressions In Threads 3rd Annual Fabriganza The Leclaire Civic Center.  Pre-sale party on Thursday, July 24th from 6 to 9pm.  Munchies and beverages provided with proceeds going to SERVHAITI.  $20 Please call for reservations. 563-289-1447

 

FYI

 

Go Fish Marina Bar and Grill, Princeton - Live Music Cody Road Unplugged. Wednesdays 6-9pm (no music Wednesday June 25 due to a scheduling conflict)

Kiddie Karrasel Academy has good news! We can accept up to 20 four year olds for the Statewide voluntary preK program for this fall at no additional charge to parents. Children must be four by Sept. 15. Please visit our website for more information. www.kiddiekarraselacademy.com or https://www.facebook.com/KiddieKarraselAcademy

Bierstube - Koobys Karaoke every Friday Night - 9PM-1AM

Riverbend Signworks is running a special on design work for mesh banners  (Design work is 50% off for all mesh banners) These banners are a great way to create impactful graphics that are large and effective (we just completed an 80 foot long banner at Modern Woodmen Park  -   http://riverbendsignworks.com/products-riverbend-signworks-produces/banner-stands-retractable-and-standard/ )

First Presbyterian Church, LeClaire Men's group Saturday at 7:30 am at church; there are donuts, coffee, discussion and Bible Study, plus really great guys! What more could you ask?

First Presbyterian Church, LeClaire Look for us at TugFest! We have a new menu!  And, check out our website:  fpcleclaire.org

The LeClaire Community Library has a LOT going on! Contact LeClaire Community Library, 323 Wisconsin Street, LeClaire, IA 52753, (563)289-6002 or visit http://www.leclaire.lib.ia.us for more information!

LeClaire Information Center Volunteers Needed! Contact Cindy Bruhn at info@visitleclaire.com or 563-650-7963 to volunteer.

 

The Riverboat Twilight 2014 Cruise Season began May 27th.  Cruises will depart every Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday through the end of October.  It is with honor and pleasure that the Twilight has called LeClaire her home port for the past 27 years.  Over the years we have had the unique opportunity of introducing 140,000 plus visitors to the many wonderful shops, restaurants and attractions the City of LeClaire has to offer. We look forward to another successful season.

August 10th - LeClaire Community Night, Modern Woodman Ball Park. Game time 5:00pm, River Bandits/Beloit Snappers. Mayor Bob Scannell will throw first pitch! A night to celebrate businesses and folks of Leclaire. Awards or special on-field recognition can be done followed by short video on mega-tron highlighting special places and faces in LeClaire filmed the week before. Businesses or groups interested in participating may contact Amanda Henzen, Account Executive and Director of Merchandise 563.333.2729 amandah@riverbandits.com

Visit the LeClaire Chamber of Commerce website www.leclairechamber.com and see us on Facebook!

If you would like to attend a Chamber Board Meeting in order to present a topic, please contact the Board in advance at LeClaireChamber@gmail.com in order to be included an upcoming agenda. Board Meetings are held the 4th Tuesday of each month.

 

PROPERTY LISTINGS

Commercial Property Available - Eagle Ridge Road, LeClaire, Iowa. Please call: Mike Burke - Mel Foster Co. mburke@melforsterco.com, Mobile: 563-349-2705, Direct: 563-823-5272

Commercial Space for Sale or Lease/Purchase - 204 Jones St. - Call 563-370-2386 for more information. Will show by appointment. Commercially zoned only.

Park Run Apartments/Newbury Living complex - 1, 2, & 3 Bedrooms Available - 1701 Iowa Drive, LeClaire, Iowa 52753. 1 BR, 2 BR or 3 BR unit. Call (563) 289-5159 more information today!

Do you have Residential or Commercial property available? 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.

LeClaire Events Coming Up!

May-Oct - Farmer's Market - Every Saturday, 3-6 p.m. on the LeClaire Levee

August 2 - 27th Annual Heartland British Auto Fest

August 7-9 - Tug Fest

October 5th - Bierstube - Dogtoberfest

October 12- Apple Fest

December 5-7 - Christmas in LeClaire

 

Chamber Networking Events - Everyone Welcome!

July 8th - Big Dave and Holly's - lunch - noon

August 12th - McDonald's - breakfast 8:00am

September 9th - Steventon's -evening 5:30 -7pm

October 14th - Faithful Pilot - lunch- noon

November 11th - Bier Stube - lunch - noon

December 9th - Subway - lunch - noon

27 Jun 2014

Loebsack to Host "Serving Those Who Served" Events in Davenport, Clinton

By Rick Martin

Third annual series of veterans town halls to coincide with July 4th holiday

Washington, D.C. - Congressman Dave Loebsack announced that he will bring his Serving Those Who Served tour to Davenport and Clinton on THURSDAY, July 3. These forums will give veterans and their families an opportunity to speak directly with Congressman Loebsack. Staff will also be on hand for veterans to seek assistance if they are having issues with the Veterans Administration, or any Federal agency. Loebsack will be joined by representatives from local Veteran Service Organizations, County Veterans Affairs Officers and other groups.

"As Iowans come together to celebrate the birth of our nation, we must take time to remember those men and women who fought for the freedoms we treasure. As a military parent and member of the House Armed Services Committee, I take great pride in Serving Those Who Served. I strongly believe that there is no greater responsibility we have as a nation than to ensure our servicemembers have the support, equipment, and training they need to safely carry out their mission and that we care for our veterans with the same dignity and honor with which they served. I look forward to meeting with veterans and their families to discuss issues important to them and provide any assistance my office can help with."

Loebsack will also hold forums in Muscatine, Iowa City, Ottumwa, Ft. Madison, Burlington, Newton, Knoxville and Washington. This is the third year that Loebsack has hosted town halls specifically for veterans around the July 4th holiday. Veterans, their families and media are invited to attend.

 

July 3rd Serving Those Who Served Tour

 

Davenport

10:00am

American Legion Post 26

1111 W 35th St

 

Clinton

1:00pm

Clinton County Administration Building

1900 N 3rd St

 

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