U.S. 67 (River Drive), Grant Street, and 6th Street are back open as the Mississippi River recedes. As part of the reopening process, Bettendorf Public Works Crews cleaned and inspected the roadways for damage, as well as removed the concrete barriers and ensured floodwaters did not harm the electricity connected to traffic lights. Public Works […]
“CONNECTING THE WORLD Through Public Works” – That’s the theme of National Public Works Week, taking place May 21-27, 2023 through the American Public Works Association. To kick off National Public Works Week, the City of Bettendorf’s Public Works Department is hosting its Annual Public Works Day on Saturday, May 20th from 9am-1pm at the […]
The Davenport Community School District High School Apprentice Signing Day will be held from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, May 10 at the Waterfront center in Bettendorf. During this event 55 students from the Davenport Community School District will be signing apprenticeships with area employers. The apprenticeships are a chance for high school students to […]
In perfect step with the warming weather, the BettendorfPublic Library and K&K Hardware are offering How to Fix It: Gardening Edition. Staff from K&Kand a master gardener will offer attendees solutions to typical gardening problems onTuesday, May 9th at 7:00 PM. The class will be held at the Bettendorf Public Library located at2950 Learning Campus […]
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 […]
De Viann Titus-Porter, a St. Ambrose football player and senior who graduated from North High School, has organized an event with St. Ambrose athletics at Wilson Elementary to motivate students. De Viann has been volunteering with Wilson Elementary since February 1st and has volunteered close to 300 hours. His teammates have also joined him, making […]
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) […]
May is Asian and Pacific Islander American Heritage Month. Since 1990, the U.S. has used this month to recognize and celebrate Asians and Pacific Islanders in the United States. Like many commemorative months, Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month originated in Congress in 1977. After several failed resolutions, a week was proclaimed for the acknowledgement and celebration […]
Get ready to meet the Illinois and Iowa Pet of the Week! QuadCities.com is happy to partner with Quad City Animal Welfare Center, 724 2nd W. Ave., Milan! Interested in adopting a pet? Check out our Pet of the Week every Monday! QCAWC Adoption & Education Center is at 724 2nd Ave. W. Milan, IL […]
Rosalee Jewelry is excited to announce their grand opening event taking place Saturday May 20th from 12:00-4:00. The event will be held at the Rosalee Jewelry design studio located at 221 E Second St. Second Floor Davenport, IA 52801. Meet the designer, check out the one-of-a-kind collection, and try on samples made to help you […]
