It is not debatable, when it comes to the Olympic styles of wrestling, Illinois is the absolute best. This makes the Illinois Freestyle State Tournament among the toughest in the Nation. Today 5 Rocks competed, and while Antonio Parker, Amare Overton (top 8 finish), Steven Marquez (top 6 finish), and Andrew Marquez (top 6 finish) all had long days and battled hard, Truth Vesey was the lone medalist, taking 3rd Place and earning a spot on the IL National Team and will be competing for them at Nationals in Fargo! Truth defeated a state champion and 2 other state medalists to earn his spot! All wrestlers... Read More

The Davenport West High School Art Department would like to congratulate senior, Abbey Young, on being selected as 1 of only 9 students in the state of Iowa to make the All-State Art Team for the 4A level. Abbey submitted a portfolio of 10 works and an artist statement that was judged by 4 college professors and recognized as outstanding. She will be receiving a plaque for the school in Des Moines on June 25th. If you see Abbey, please congratulate her on this huge accomplishment!  Read More

It’s important to have the vision to see the potential of someone or something, and not just the sight to see what they are now. In early 1977, George Lucas screened an early cut of “Star Wars” for a number of filmmakers and studio executives. It was before all the special effects were finished on the film, and there were still some cuts that needed to be made. ALMOST every single person there hated it. The executives walked out, at the afterparty filmmaker Brian DePalma infamously tore it to shreds with his critique, and Lucas was understandably depressed. Only ONE person... Read More

Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) announced $416,363 for Augustana College to conduct a study to expand therapy for those with disorders related to language and communication.  “Northwestern Illinois once again shows itself to be a leader in the area of expanding access to care for those who need it most,” said Sorensen. “I applaud Augustana College and their cutting-edge team of researchers for securing this critical funding to support care for those living with communicative disorders.”   “Augustana’s Speech, Language, and Hearing Clinic is one of the oldest... Read More

It’s a special week in the Davenport Community School District as we celebrate our 165th anniversary! To commemorate this milestone, we’re sharing a video of Virginia Wayne reflecting on her father, Jesse Day, and his impact as a track coach in the district and what the Jesse Day Relays represent for our community. https://youtu.be/G55nxOhcwzo  Read More

The City of Bettendorf is excited to announce that General Constructors, Inc. (GCI) of Bettendorf has been chosen out of three bidders to construct a large component of The Landing – a state-of-the-art aquatic facility – at the corner of 23rd Street and Middle Road. On Tuesday, May 2, 2023, Bettendorf City Council unanimously approved a contract awarding GCI as the General Contractor of this $18 million construction project, which will occur in two phases. “This is a fantastic day for the City of Bettendorf and the families we serve,” said Bettendorf Mayor Bob Gallagher.... Read More

Congratulations to our RIMSD Parents of the Month for April! The district’s F.A.C.E team selects a parent/guardian each month that goes above and beyond! Read more why they ROCK! https://bit.ly/3NsY1DV Fabiola Cavazos – Rock Island Center for Math & Science Liz Funkhauser – Ridgewood Elementary School Tonya Willits – Thurgood Marshall Learning Center  Read More

Congratulations to Donna Holeman, FNS Manager at West High School, for being named School Nutrition Association’s Manager of the Year for the State of Iowa! Donna was nominated for Manager of the Year for the State of Iowa for all she does each day for her students and staff. She strives to provide choices and ensure her students have the freshest and healthiest options for their lunches, while also developing adaptive ways for students to make their own menu choices in the cafeteria. #growingexcellence #davenportcommunityschool #davenporteducation  Read More

Congratulations to Eisenhower Elementary for winning the Davenport Community School District Battle of the Books as well as the regional competition. Congrats to all the students for their hard work and staff who helped them prepare! #growingexcellence #davenportcommunityschool #davenporteducaton  Read More

Today it was announced by Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds that $9.6 million will be invested in Davenport through the Iowa Economic Development Authority’s Destination Iowa Creative Placemaking Fund for a series of signature projects along the Davenport riverfront to enhance the experience for residents and visitors. The City of Davenport’s project, in coordination with the Figge Art Museum, will include the following improvements at Main Street Landing: Installation of a high-intensity, multi-generational experience zone that will include, but is not limited to, a signature tower structure,... Read More