Friday, March 29th, 2024 | |
Hop into Easter joy: Local chocolate shops thrive despite rising cocoa pricesWith Easter sneaking up on us earlier than usual this year, local chocolate shops are buzzing, and people are hitting their favorite spots to get their hands on some sweet Easter delights. | |
Iowa prepares for Sweet 16 rematch against ColoradoThe Iowa women’s basketball team had one final practice on Friday before Saturday’s 2:30 p.m. Sweet 16 game against Colorado. | |
Daughter of oldest living RIHS baseball player speaks on him throwing first pitchNews 8's Jon Diaz spoke with Mary Johnson, the daughter of the oldest living RIHS baseball player, Frank Edwards. | |
Rock Island High School's oldest living baseball alumni to throw out first pitch at Saturday's gameFrank Edwards graduated all the way back in 1949. | |
Clean up is set to continue at partially collapsed building in ClintonWork began earlier this week on the 1000 block of South 4th Street with the clean-up of the rubble. | |
One-year anniversary of Quad Cities Area tornado outbreak just a few days awayA total of 29 tornadoes touched down on March 31, 2023. | |
Stand for Gaza rally set in MolineQuad Cities Coalition for Palestine invites the public join a rally for a ceasefire in the 4000 Avenue of the Cities, Moline, at 1 p.m. Saturday, according to a news release. The Quad Cities Coalition for Palestine aims to educate the public about the historical context of the Palestinian struggle for freedom and the ongoing genocide of the Palestinian people, the release says. "Our coalition consists of diverse peace activists from various parts of the Quad Cities, representing different ideologies and faiths. We are united by our shared desire for positive change, and everyone is welcome to join us," according to the release. | |
Document access case continues between Davenport and QC residentScott County Judge Henry Latham heard arguments Friday related to access of public records from the City of Davenport. At the core of it is former city administrator Corri Spiegel's separation agreement with the city. The hearing took place on Zoom. Our Quad Cities News was not allowed to broadcast or record any of it. Corri Spiegel (City of Davenport) The legal battle involves the letter from Spiegel's legal team that made specific demands from Davenport. The city wound up paying Spiegel $1.6 million to end her employment. Private citizen Ezra Sidran demanded a copy of the letter in a Freedom of Information request. The city took him to court to try to prevent turning over the document. The Iowa Freedom of Information Council now wants to join that lawsuit and Sidran says that would be helpful. "When the Iowa Freedom of Information Council filed a motion to help me, to come into the lawsuit as my ally, the city immediately filed a motion to stop this," Sidran said. "It's just not fair. I am a retired teacher. I cannot afford an attorney. I'm entitled to some support here." Latham took Friday's arguments under advisement, and will release a written ruling on the Iowa Freedom of Information Council's request at a later date. Looking ahead, Sidran told Our Quad Cities News he feels good about the future of this lawsuit. "I am very encouraged by today and I am also very encouraged by Wednesday in front of the (House Committee on Oversight and Accountability,)" Sidran said. "I am absolutely certain the state is going to come to our rescue. I am absolutely certain that the state auditor is now investigating the city of Davenport and I believe the state attorney is not far behind." The Iowa Freedom of Information Council's executive director told our Quad Cities News he's confident the judge will let the council join the case. | |
Rock Island Police say goodbye to longtime employeeSarah Smith has been an evidence custodian there for 22 years and has been with the department for a total of 35 years. | |
Community members rallying together after 3 teenagers killed in rural Whiteside County accidentA vigil is being held at 6:30 Sunday night at Tampico City Hall. | |
Kewanee suspect faces 1st-degree murder chargesThe Kewanee Police have apprehended 43-year-old Jose M. Valentin, of Kewanee, in connection with the death of Jimmy Hollins II, of Kewanee, according to a news release. Valentin faces two counts of first-degree murder. Jose Valentin (Kewanee Police Department) Since March 24, the Kewanee Police Department, in collaboration with the Henry-MercerInvestigative Task Force comprised of the Zone 2 Division of Criminal Investigation of the IllinoisState Police, the Henry County Sheriff’s Office, the Mercer County Sheriff’s Office, and the AledoPolice Department, along with the FBI, Galva Police Department, Stark County Sheriff’s Office,and the Illinois State Police Crime Scene Services, have been investigating the incident. Kewanee Police detectives, in conjunction with various agencies within the Henry-Mercer Investigative Task Force, conducted interviews, gathered evidence, and executed searchwarrants supporting the arrest of Valentin, the release says. On Thursday, the Henry County State’s Attorney’s Office reviewed the information and evidence gathered during the investigation. An arrest warrant for Valentin was issued on chargesof two counts of first-degree murder. Later that evening, Valentin was apprehended by the North Riverside Police Department. He is set to be transported to the Henry County Jail. "The Kewanee Police Department would like to thank all of the assisting agencies whosecollaborative efforts led to Valentin's apprehension," the release says. Police ask anyone with information about the incident to call Kewanee Police at 309-853-1911. | |
Augustana College hosting documentary screening about water quality around Iowa and IllinoisThe screening is Thursday at 7 p.m. at Olin Auditorium on Augustana's campus. | |
Prophetstown schools offer support for students after crash kills 3Counseling services have started being made available in Whiteside County today after a crash killed three students. Tire markings are still visible at the scene of the crash, where two vehicles were involved in rural Tampico. Sheriff John Booker was one of the first on scene to the accident outside of Tampico. "No parent could ever be prepared for that," Booker said. "No police officer, sheriff could ever know exactly what to say other than the terrible tragedy news that you have to provide for them. It's been a tragedy for the communities, families, emergency responders that were here, and it's just a tough situation all together." "The pick-up truck was traveling northbound on Luther Road," Booker said. "The semi tractor trailer was traveling eastbound on Hahnaman Road when they collided in the middle of the intersection. It appears that the pickup truck possibly ran the stop sign." The Whiteside County Sheriff's Office will provide counseling services to their first responders who were on the scene Thursday. The school district will do the same for their students who are struggling with the grieving process, with help from other school districts and community members. "We had many many counselors and social workers," Prophetstown-Lyndon-Tampico Superintendent Heidi Lensing said. "I reached out to our local ministerial group. The districts responded amazingly, so I can not thank them enough." The superintendent emphasizes how much Prophetstown students mean to the small communities surrounding them. "It creates such a hole in our community that is going to take a long long time to recover," Lensing said. "It's going to take a lot of patience and empathy, and compassions as we move forward. That is what we're focusing on." The school district says students are encouraged to continue to use the counseling and social work services they will continue to provide once students return back to school. They also encourage parents to talk to their children if they are having a hard time dealing with the deaths of their classmates. | |
Knox County meth arrestDamond Martin was taken into custody on March. 28 at 12:00 p.m. | |
DeKalb County Sheriff's Deputy killed in the line of duty35-year-old Christina Musil was killed after a truck hit her parked squad car from behind, officials say. | |
Terrence Shannon Jr. leads Illinois past Iowa State 72-69 for first Elite Eight trip since 2005Illinois’ offense carried it through the first two rounds of the NCAA Tournament. | |
Identities released in Whiteside County crash that killed 3 teenagersThree teenage boys are dead after a pick-up truck drove through a stop sign and was struck by a semi-truck in rural Tampico, according to authorities. | |
Central DeWitt superintendent resigning after 16 yearsDan Peterson has resigned as superintendent of Central DeWitt schools effective June 30. | |
DeKalb Sheriff's Deputy killed in the line of duty35-year-old Christina Musil was killed after a semi truck allegedly hit her parked squad car from behind. | |
Iowa National Guard and State Troopers to deploy to southern borderMore than 100 Iowa National Guard soldiers and Iowa State Troopers will be headed to the southern border. The Iowa National Guard will deploy more than 100 members April 1. Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds announced that eight Iowa State Patrol Troopers from the Department of Public Safety will deploy to the border for 28 days. Reynolds says the assignments were voluntary. This deployments will be paid for by federal funding from the American Rescue Plan. | |
Mercado on Fifth sets 2024 vendorsMercado on Fifth on Friday announced the vendor lineup for its 2024 summer season, which is scheduled to kick off on Memorial Day weekend. The cultural night market on 5th Avenue in Moline will take place from 5 to 10 p.m., every Friday evening May 24 – Sept. 27, 2024, in its eighth season. Due to the volume of vendor applications as well as event area capacity, this year’s vendor selection process incorporated a decision matrix in which applicants were evaluated on 21 factors, including uniqueness of products offered, booth presentation and business growth indicators, Mercado said in a Friday release. Mercado on Fifth vendors are excited about the new season, to start May 24, 2024. As a result, this year’s vendors are more diverse and poised to create one of the best cultural experiences in our region, the nonprofit said. Food offerings will include Venezuelan empanadas, Honduran pupusas and traditional Oaxacan tamales, while artisanal products being sold include items made by hand as well as gifts imported from other countries. Many of the participating businesses are still in a startup phase. “Mercado on Fifth was created to be an entrepreneurial laboratory and Latino cultural hub. Vendors come to start and test their business ideas on our streets -- and do that in a safe environment that echoes the markets many find in their own birth communities,” said Frances Williams, the new executive director of Mercado on Fifth. The 23 participating food vendors range from Tacos Al Vapor to Dulzura Cakery & Studio. The 24 participating retail vendors include Urbinas Creations, Frio Sauce, Atlas Collective, Ladybug's Closet, Ballonatix, and Los Dos Grandes Western Wear. Mercado executive director Frances Williams “It's contagious excitement among our vendors, especially those that are new and launching for the first time,” Williams said. “They have some really exciting business ideas that are going to be so wonderful to watch unfold. We’re hard at work getting them registered and ready to sell, sell, sell this summer!” Mercado on Fifth is nonprofit organization that serves as a resource and catalyst for minority entrepreneurs. It works with both English and Spanish-speaking minority entrepreneurs to help start, test, launch and grow their businesses, and has helped to start and provide a platform for over 60 new businesses since Mercado’s inception in 2016. Mercado on Fifth vendors at the downtown Moline market, 423 12th St. “Our greatest satisfaction is in seeing these businesses start, test and then go off to expand their business to new levels,” Williams said Friday. “We also take pride in attracting members of all parts of our community to enjoy the beautiful tapestry of our shared Hispanic culture.” The 2024 entertainment lineup will include a broad range of Latin genres, including rock en español, salsa and crowd favorite: banda music. Stay tuned for updates, including the musical lineup, on the Mercado on Fifth website HERE or its social media channels. | |
Kraft Heinz seeking to reduce carbon emissions by over 99% across 10 U.S. plantsThe Kraft Heinz Company has been selected for award negotiations to receive up to $170 million from the U.S Department of Energy’s Office of Clean Energy Demonstration. | |
Sterling woman and two teens arrested for narcotics investigationA Sterling woman and two juveniles were arrested following a narcotics investigation. On March 27, the Sterling Police Department arrested Lanea Mix, 40, for possession of a controlled substance, permitting unlawful use of a building and contributing to the delinquency of a minor. Lanea Mix (Sterling Police Department) On January 12, the Sterling Police Department, the Blackhawk Area Task Force and the Twin City Emergency Response Team executed a search warrant at a residence in the 600 block of Ave. E in Sterling, following a narcotics investigation. Investigators seized evidence supporting the arrest of two juveniles and Mix. Related to the investigation, on January 31, Sterling Police arrested a 17-year-old suspect of Sterling, for unlawful possession of controlled substance with the intent to deliver, unlawful possession of cannabis with the intent to deliver and unlawful possession of a firearm. The teen was transported to the Kane County Juvenile Justice Center on a juvenile arrest warrant. Additionally, on February 16, the Sterling Police Department arrested a 16-year-old suspect of Sterling, for unlawful possession of controlled substance and unlawful possession of a firearm. The juvenile was released to his guardian. No further information on the case is available at this time. | |
Rock Island library to host awesome AprilDespite what T.S. Eliot wrote, April is not the cruelest month, at least not at Rock Island Public Library starting next week. The month will include another Tuneful Tuesday, an Astronomy Night for eclipse awareness, Spoken Word class for poetry, Board Game Day, and more for all ages. Free Choral Concert April 2 On Tuesday, April 2, the library’s Tuneful Tuesday noontime music series welcomes the Rock Island High School choir. The free performance starts at noon in the Downtown Library Community Room, 401 19th Street, and concludes by 1 p.m. Under the direction of Scott Voight, the RIHS choir will perform songs suitable for all ages. This is the final Tuneful Tuesday in the 2023-2024 Winter/Spring Tuneful Tuesday series, all made possible by a generous sponsorship from Carol and Jim Horstmann. The Rock Island High School Chamber Choir Spoken Word Class Just in time for National Poetry Month in April, Narratives QC and the Rock Island Public Library have partnered to offer a Spoken Word Poetry class on 6 p.m., Wednesday, April 3, at the Rock Island Watts-Midtown Branch, 2715 30th Street. Normally, these Narratives QC classes are only open to young adults ages 17 to 25. The organization has agreed to open it up for one night only to ages 13 and up through adults. Learn from Narratives QC poet and teacher, Chris Britton. Write your own poetry or listen to what others are inspired to create. Prior experience writing or performing is not necessary. Along with poetry, Narratives is also providing pizza! Learn about eclipses, view the night sky A partial eclipse is coming to our area.To prepare people of all ages, the Rock Island Public Library and Popular Astronomy Club of the Quad Cities are partnering to offer a family astronomy night from 7:30 pm to 9 p.m. Thursday, April 4, at the Watts-Midtown Branch. The auditorium at the library's Watts-Midtown branch, 2715 30th St., Rock Island. The Popular Astronomy Club will offer a talk about eclipses and eclipse safety. Both the Popular Astronomy Club and the library will offer eclipse glasses and viewers for attendees. Two per family are available while supplies last. Following the brief talk, the fun moves outside, weather permitting, to view the night sky in spring with the help of club members high-powered telescopes. Bring a jacket, and enjoy an evening out with family while learning about the night sky in spring. The library will offer additional glasses for use by the public on Monday, April 8, and show the NASA eclipse livestream at all locations from noon to 3 p.m. Play some board games Board games fans, plan to gather at the Rock Island Downtown Library on Saturday, April 6 to celebrate the upcoming Board Game Day. From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., the library will offer a variety of board games for all ages and levels of play in the Community Room. Bring friends or family, or meet new people while you learn new games, or rediscover old favorites. If you like your game, some will be available for checkout at the event. The event is free and open to all ages. National Board Game Day is celebrated annually on April 11. It’s a great time to put away the screens, and try some old-fashioned fun with friends or family. All events are free and open to the public. For other questions, contact the library at 309-732-READ or visit the library website HERE. | |
Galesburg Fire: House should be demolished because of structural damageA house in Galesburg is considered a total loss after a fire. | |
Man arrested for meth distribution in Galesburg areaThe Knox County Sheriff's Office arrested a man for distribution of meth. According to a release, on March 28 at 12:00 p.m., the United States Marshals Fugitive Task Force and Knox County Sheriff's Office took Damond Martin, 33, into custody after an investigation into the distribution of methamphetamine in the Galesburg area. Martin was arrested for the distribution of methamphetamine. Damond Martin (Knox County Sheriff's Office) The Galesburg Police Department assisted in the investigation and apprehension of Martin. | |
Mercado on Fifth announces this season's vendor lineupThe 2024 season is set to kick off Memorial Day weekend and will last until late September. | |
Learn about services at Genesis Plastic SurgeryDr. Henry Liu explains some of the cosmetic and reconstructive services they offer | |
16-year-old, two 14-year-olds in fatal Whiteside Co. crash identifiedThe Whiteside County coroner has said the three teens killed in the crash near Tampico were two 14-year-olds and a 16-year-old. | |
Niabi Zoo set to open after snowstorms damage animal enclosures, delay opening dateThe zoo will open on April 30. | |
2 Bettendorf employees receive state honorsTwo City of Bettendorf employees received awards from the Iowa Parks and Recreation Association. | |
Thunderstorms move in Friday night, some strongActive weather setting up early next week. | |
400 artists apply for new Rock Island muralsQuad City Arts has received about 400 artist submissions from around the world to create two new outdoor murals at Arts Alley, 1719 2nd Ave., next to its downtown Rock Island building. Selection of two artists is expected by late April and completion of the murals in June, to be done concurrently with the $8.5-million “Rebuild Downtown” project by Valley Construction of Rock Island. The mural work is not part of the Valley contract (expected to begin work April 8), which estimates a cost of $657,887 for reconstruction and reimaging of Arts Alley. A rendering of the redone 2nd Avenue in downtown Rock Island, with Arts Alley at left. Other improvements to Arts Alley will include a decorative walkway, lighting and signage; space for social gatherings and performances; weatherproof vendor stalls for seasonal pop-up shop programs; and additional art installations. “This is one of the projects that I have been a part of, since before I even joined council – having been part of the steering committee that helped create the Downtown Alliance and also working with Jack Cullen on Arts Alley specifically,” Quad City Arts executive director Kevin Maynard (who’s also the city’s new 3rd Ward alderman), said Thursday. He just joined the City Council earlier this month, sworn in after being appointed to succeed former Ald. Judith Gilbert. “I am impressed with what Public Works and Jack and everybody have put together with the architects and that design team. It's a massive project and I'm excited to see the impact of what that's going to do to downtown Rock Island,” Maynard said, crediting Downtown Alliance leader Jack Cullen. “We have to take care of the things that we have and this is a prime opportunity with the ARPA dollars to be able to truly reinvest into our downtown and redo some of those areas,” he said, noting removal of the pedestrian mall on 2nd Avenue between 18th and 19th streets, and widening sidewalks along 2nd, with through traffic. “If your infrastructure is solid, that's one way of attracting new businesses,” Maynard said. “Obviously, there's a whole lot of other things that go into that, when you start looking at the bigger picture. But that is an aspect when businesses are looking at their location.” Mural selection In January, Quad City Arts and the Rock Island Downtown Alliance sought submissions for the Arts Alley murals (one on a west-facing wall and one opposite, facing east), with qualifications due Feb. 21. The current west facing wall of Arts Alley. The payments for the artists will be: Mural 1: $33,600 (80 feet x 28 feet) Mural 2: $27,000 (60’ x 30’) “It’s hard to convey in digital renderings the impact these large-scale murals will have on both the downtown streetscape and the downtown economy as well,” Jack Cullen, RIDA executive director, said in January. “We believe these improvements, paired with plans to program Arts Alley, will bring more foot traffic downtown, and we are thrilled to take this next step with Quad City Arts and the city of Rock Island.” The east-facing wall, of the Quad City Arts building, in Arts Alley. A good chunk of the Arts Alley submissions are from the Midwest, with most from around the country, and 10-15 international, Maynard said Thursday. That response is partly due to Quad City Arts’ long reputation in promoting and coordinating placement of public art, he said. “Especially over the past few years. We've taken a lot of care into how we work with artists and also how we took the feedback from the last mural and incorporated that into the call in this mural,” he said. “Artists that applied for that last mural reached out and recognized those changes. It’s building that reputation of wanting to care for artists that are in our community and coming into our community. It also shows the impact of what doing large scale art can do. It helps draw attention to your community and to your region.” “We've got some really incredible submissions,” Maynard said. As they have done on downtown streets around the world, Brooklyn, N.Y.-based artists Jari “WERC” Alvarez and Gera “GERALUZ” Lozano created a new $30,000 public mural last October on the west side of the Analog Pizza and Arcade building (1405 5th Ave., Moline), roughly 120 feet wide by 26 feet tall. The new mural at 1405 5th Ave., Moline, the day it was unveiled, Oct. 25, 2023. They were chosen by the Moline Public Art Commission from a field of over 150 artist submissions received from all over the U.S. There was some negative reaction to the Moline mural selection, since local artists were not chosen, and Maynard said a delicate balance has to be struck in the Arts Alley process. Quad City Arts is facilitating that but does not choose the Arts Alley muralists. There is a committee made up of a representatives from a variety of groups, including the Downtown Alliance that will. “If the committee or the group that is gonna be looking over these, wants to make sure that we select a local muralist for one of them, or both of them, maybe a project down the road -- that's really up to them,” he said. “Our job is mostly to really advocate and make sure that whoever they choose is an artist that we believe can complete the project,” Maynard said, noting 6-10 finalists will be picked first, and specific designs sought for Arts Alley before final selections made. A rendering of the renovated Arts Alley, looking north towards the river. They hope to have the new murals done before the new concrete is put into Arts Alley as part of the Valley project. There will be a separate third mural to be done more on ground level, toward the river side of the building, at a later date. They plan to choose the two main mural artists by the end of April. The total project cost is about $100,000 – including the cost of priming and pressure washing before the artist arrives, lodging (if needed), the lift, and a contract fee for Quad City Arts (i.e. covering the staff time to facilitate). Rendering of renovated Arts Alley facing 2nd Avenue. It also includes the third, smaller, ground-level mural, and those above costs, Maynard said. Seeking new development director Quad City Arts also is looking to fill two key full-time jobs. Karie Gilson, the nonprofit’s development director, will be leaving her position April 3, 2024, for a development job with Palmer College in Davenport. Development director Karie Gilson has been with Quad City Arts since 2014. “During her tenure with Quad City Arts, Karie has been dedicated to our mission of enriching the quality of life in the Quad Cities region through the arts,” Maynard wrote in an email Wednesday. “She was the visionary behind the Quad Cities Chalk Art Fest, which has brought so much color and joy to our community. Furthermore, her efforts in garnering support for the Festival of Trees, and the largest helium balloon parade in the Midwest, have contributed to the success and vitality of our region.” “We’re definitely gonna miss Karie. We've all loved working with Karie, she’s done some really great things here,” he said Thursday. “She really shaped what the holiday parade looks like and really has helped keep some things going on around here so she'll be a tough one to replace. But we're excited for her.” 2022 Quad City Arts Festival of Trees Holiday Parade (photo: Brian Weckerly) Quad City Arts has posted the job description for the position (salary range $50,000-$60,000 a year) HERE. Gilson started at Quad City Arts in 2014 as marketing and sponsorship director, and has been development director (in charge of fundraising) since January 2021. If anyone has questions regarding this position or sponsorship information, you can contact Maynard at kmaynard@quadcityarts.com. Quad City arts also is close to hiring a new administrator for Festival of Trees, the agency’s largest fundraiser of the year. For more information on QC Arts, click HERE. | |
1 person injured in Colona fire on WednesdayAccording to firefighters, the cause of the fire is being investigated. | |
Trinity gives out $244K in healthcare scholarshipsTrinity College of Nursing & Health Sciences, Friends of Trinity and Trinity Health Foundation have awarded $244,500 in scholarships to future health care professionals. On Wednesday, March 27, scholarships were presented to 47 students at a recognition dinner, according to a release Friday. This annual event celebrates the future of healthcare professionals, the families that support them and the generous scholarship donors that make these awards possible. “Our donor’s decision to support students has a powerful impact on our community and the number of scholarships tells you how strongly our community believes in the future of health care,” Mary Macumber-Schmidt, Trinity Health Foundation president, said in the release. “For many students, an education may not be possible without considerable financial support. You are enabling them to achieve their dreams and continue to strengthen our community.” The keynote address came from Babina Mudbhari, UnityPoint Clinic Express Care – Bettendorf. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Trinity College of Nursing & Health Sciences in 2018. Mudbhari earned her master’s from Bradley University in 2023. Savannah Connor, Associate of Applied Science in Radiography, Class of 2025, and Ethan Hong, Master of Science in Nursing-Direct Entry, Class of 2024, gave the student addresses and spoke about the generosity of others. For more information on these scholarships, contact Trinity Health Foundation at (563) 742-7610 or email foundation@unitypoint.org. | |
Central DeWitt Community School District superintendent resignsThe Central DeWitt Community School District will be searching for a new superintendent. Dan Peterson announced his resignation as superintendent for the district, effective June 30. Dan Peterson (Central DeWitt Community School District) Peterson issued the following to families in the school district: Dear Saber Family, I am writing to share with you a significant personal decision. After 16 years of service, I will be stepping down as the superintendent of Central DeWitt Community School District, effective June 30, 2024. This decision marks the end of a rewarding chapter in my career, one filled with challenges, accomplishments, and the joy of working alongside such a dedicated school community. Throughout my tenure, we have collectively achieved remarkable successes that have propelled our district forward, enhancing the educational experience for our students. Our achievements in academic excellence, program innovation, and infrastructure development have solidified Central DeWitt’s reputation as a leading institution in education. I want to express my deepest gratitude to the entire Central DeWitt school community. To our staff, your commitment and expertise have been instrumental in our district’s achievements. Your dedication to our students’ growth and well-being has been the cornerstone of our success. To our students, your passion for learning and your resilience in the face of challenges have been truly inspiring. It has been a privilege to witness your growth and achievements. As I prepare for this transition, I am filled with pride for what we have accomplished together and am confident that Central DeWitt will continue to excel and build on this strong foundation. I am looking forward to seeing the district reach new heights in the coming years. Thank you for the support, trust, and collaboration over the last 16 years. It has been an honor to serve as your superintendent and to be a part of this extraordinary school district. With heartfelt appreciation and best wishes for the future, Dr. Dan Peterson Superintendent Central DeWitt Community School District For more information, click here. | |
Monmouth College names 15th presidentGraceland University's President Patricia Draves will become Monmouth's 15th president starting July 1. | |
Foodie Friday: Culver'sBacon makes everything better, and Culver's is featuring their new thick-cut bacon to tempt your taste buds! Mike Martel, owner and operator of Culver's in Moline, dropped by Our Quad Cities News for Foodie Friday. For more information, click here. | |
Easter fun happening in the Quad Cities this weekendEaster fun happening in the Quad Cities this weekend | |
The Culture Report | Instagram Filtering Political Content Out Of RecommendationsThis week, we talk about the new political filter on Instagram and Threads, a care school for Latin American men, and how social media trends impact young women | |
3 Things to Know | Quad Cities morning headlines for March 29, 2024Clean-up crews are removing the last of the debris from a Clinton building collapse, and three people are dead after a traffic crash near Tampico. | |
Sterling-based Veteran's support organization hosting 5K22Mohawks is hosting the event, which raises awareness for suicide prevention and provides resources to veterans, and their families in Illinois. | |
Arrowhead Ranch staff explain why residential services are closingThe Coal Valley center has helped at-risk youth for 80 years but now has to look at scaling back its programs. | |
Road work set for 31st Avenue, Rock IslandThe Illinois Department of Transportation in collaboration with the City of Rock Island has announced that, weather permitting, construction on 31st Avenue will begin Friday, April 5, according to a news release. The work zone stretches from Illinois 92 (Centennial Expressway) to U.S. 67 (11th Street) in Rock Island. The work will consist of patching and resurfacing the road. There will be daily lane closurescontrolled by flaggers. All ramps on Illinois 92 will remain open during the $1.4 million project,which is scheduled to be completed in September. Motorists can expect delays and should allow extra time for trips through this area. To avoid thework area, when feasible, use of alternate routes should be considered. Drivers are urged to payclose attention to changed conditions and signs in the work zones, obey the posted speed limits,refrain from using mobile devices and be alert for workers and equipment. Over the next six years, IDOT plans to improve more than 3,000 miles of highway and nearly 10 million square feet of bridge deck as part of the Rebuild Illinois capital program, which is investing $33.2 billion into all modes of transportation. Accomplishments through Year Four of Rebuild Illinois included about $12.1 billion of improvements statewide on 5,339 miles of highway, 533 bridges and 762 additional safety improvements. For IDOT District 2 updates, visit area construction details on IDOT’s traveler information map here. | |
Cook review: This horror film is 'Immaculate'-ly disturbingIn one of the finest performances so far this year, Sydney Sweeney proves she has incredible acting chops that deserve to earn her more starring roles. Sweeney stars in “Immaculate,” a movie about a young woman named Cecilia who moves from Detroit to Italy, where she wants to dedicate her life to Christ. Cecilia believes that, because she survived a near-drowning as a child, God has chosen her for a purpose. The priest (Alvaro Morte) at the convent gives her a warm welcome, and promises to be her translator when she doesn’t understand the Italian spoken around her. After she takes her vows, she’s now Sister Cecilia, and she begins to take part in the routines of convent life, from friendship to hanging out laundry. Then Cecilia suddenly becomes ill, and, after an exam, she discovers she is pregnant. Now she is cared for and revered by those around her, who believe that the child is very special indeed. But there are strange goings-on in the convent, and Cecilia begins to wonder exactly how this “miracle” happened. The cinematography is gorgeous throughout this film. Much of it, especially in quiet moments, helps build the sense of dread that grows with each scene. The gorgeous score and look of the film are a terrific contrast to the possibility of evil all around. Released just a week before “The First Omen,” this is the kind of film that will appeal to aficionados of religion-based horror films such as “Rosemary’s Baby” and “The Exorcist.” Viewers, please take note: This isn’t one of those PG-13-rated horror movies. It richly deserves its “R” rating for its general content and some truly upsetting gory scenes. Intelligent, unnerving, and with a great cast, this is bound to remain one of the best horror films of 2024. 3 ½ stars Running time: One hour and 29 minutes. At Cinemark, Davenport. Watch the trailer here. | |
Awake Coffee Company opens new location in DavenportThe new store neighbors the new Davenport Fire Department station on Brady Street. | |
Mississippi Bend Area Education Agency, Quad-Cities school boards react to AEA overhaulIowa's highly-contested AEA reform bill passed Wednesday, spurring some concern and caution from local Mississippi Bend AEA leaders and staff. | |
DNR: Davenport mobile home park has polluted Crow Creek for yearsThe DNR recently fined the Mt. Joy Mobile Home Park for failing to comply with a 2016 court order. | |
Woman allegedly stole from Iowa Quad-City Hy-Vee locations, used juvenile daughter to help in one incidentA woman is facing charges after she allegedly stole numerous items from four Iowa Quad-City Hy-Vee stores and used her juvenile daughter to help in one of the incidents. | |
Moline Public Library invites you to build a droid!These ARE the droids you're looking for! The Moline Public Library invites sci-fi fans of all ages to pull inspiration from a galaxy far, far away and build a droid using any medium. Creations can be stationary, 3D models, 2D drawings or schematics or even fully-working droids. The galaxy's the limit! (Moline Public Library) Art will be displayed at the Moline Public Library for the public to see and vote on. Art will be judged within the following categories: Grades K-2 Greades 3-5 Grades 6-8 Grades 9 and up Build-A-Droid submissions will be accepted from April 1-27 at the Moline Public Library Children’s Desk, located at 3210 41st St., Moline. For more information, click here. | |
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Rescue and rehab center helps save bald eagles with lead poisoningHog Capitol Wildlife Rescue and Rehab is a non-profit organization that helps save animals, one including our nation’s bird, bald eagles. Tamara Yarger and her husband house the bald eagles they’re treating for lead poisoning right across the street from their home. | |
Augustana to host film screening about waterway quality around the Quad CitiesThe screening is on Thursday, April 4 at 7 p.m. | |
Galesburg fire leaves home 'total loss'A fire in Galesburg left a home a 'total loss.' On March 28 at 1:17 p.m., the Galesburg Fire Department responded to a structure fire at a property in the 200 block of N. Broad St. The response included three stations and 11 personnel on duty. Upon arrival, firefighters encountered smoke coming from the residence. Battalion Chief Brackett established command, and fire crews used multiple lines to make entry and attempt to extinguish the fire. Crews encountered heavy fire, heat and smoke conditions and were forced to back out of the structure. The crew utilized an exterior fire attack to extinguish the fire and protect a nearby residence. There were no occupants inside the residence at the time of the fire, and no injuries were reported. The house was determined to be a total loss, with preliminary damage estimates at $52,500. Due to the extensive damage and danger of collapse, an emergency demolition of the property has been recommended by the Galesburg Fire Department. The cause of the fire is still under investigation by Galesburg Fire Investigators. | |
ImpactLife hosts blood drive at WIU-Quad CitiesLooking to help save a life by donating blood? Here's how you can find a blood drive near you. | |
Arrowhead Ranch officials share details on closure of residential servicesThe Illinois Department of Children and Family Services will help find new facilities for the current youth receiving services. | |
3 children dead in Whiteside County crashThree children are dead after a pick-up truck drove through a stop sign and was struck by a semi-truck in rural Tampico, according to authorities. | |
Crews battle large house fire in GalesburgNews 8 confirmed with the City of Galesburg a fire broke out at 224 North Broad St. in Galesburg. | |
Downtown Rock Island set to undergo renovationsThe Rock Island City Council reached an unanimous decision to approve construction approvements in downtown Rock Island. | |
Rock Island evidence custodian retires after 35 yearsKeeping police evidence from a crime scene organized and safe for a case doesn't happen by accident. It takes a special person to keep track of it all, and Sarah Smith, the woman who keeps that evidence under lock and key in Rock Island, is retiring after 35 years on the job. Our Quad Cities News photojournalist Mike Colón followed along as the evidence custodian gave us one last look at the thousands of items under her care. | |
Bettendorf Police Department scam warningThe Bettendorf Police Department is warning citizens about the latest scam alert. | |
Prophetstown-Lyndon-Tampico Cusd#3 issues statement following fatal crashThe Prophetstown-Lyndon-Tampico CUSD #3 issued a statement Thursday evening following a fatal crash in Whiteside County at the intersection of Hahnman Road and Luther Road in rural Tampico, Ill. | |
Travelin Tom's Coffee to host ribbon cuttingTravelin’ Tom’s Coffee announced a ribbon cutting. | |
Amazon's first Quad Cities facility is fully operationalCompany officials said the facility is shipping approximately 1 million products per week. | |
Davenport in lawsuit over public records requestThe Iowa Freedom of Information Council will fight to intervene in a lawsuit the City of Davenport filed against a man over a public records request. The city is suing Ezra Sidran after he asked for the demand letter from former city administrator Corri Spiegel. The demand letter would have been sent before the city paid Spiegel more than $1 million in a separation agreement. Iowa Freedom of Information Council Executive Director Randy Evans questions the city's intent for targeting Sidran. The hearing is scheduled for a Zoom conference March 29 with a judge in Scott County. | |
Iowa House passes bill allowing landowners to sue to stop eminent domain proceedingsA bill passed by the Iowa House Thursday would allow both landowners and pipeline companies to petition the court to ask whether the land being taken is constitutional and the project would exist for the public’s benefit. | |
Ceremony at Rock Island National Cemetery honors Vietnam veteransMarch 29 is National Vietnam War Veterans Day, and a ceremony at the Rock Island National Cemetery honored Vietnam veterans. This year marks 50 years since the last combat troops left the country. The cemetery director and a Vietnam veteran spoke at the ceremony. There was also a wreath-laying and rifle salute. | |
Amazon’s state-of-the-art fulfillment center up and running in DavenportAfter two years of construction and anticipation, the Amazon robotic fulfillment center is finally up and running. | |
Cleanup underway at Clinton collapsed building siteThe city-owned building collapsed in August 2023. | |
Eight staff members injured following riot at Mary Davis Detention HomeEight staff members were inured following a riot at the Mary Davis Detention Home in Galesburg. On March 27 at 8:05 p.m., the Knox County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to a fight in progressat the detention home. Dispatch advised that at least 10 juvenile residents were battering staff. The incident was initially described as a fight, but turned into a riot in multiple areas of the facility. When responding officers arrived, all of the juveniles were secured, and injured staff and residents were assessed. The interior of the facility had significant damage from the altercation. Eight staff members were injured and treated, and 2 residents were treated and released at the facility. Multiple agencies responded, including the Galesburg Police Department and the Knoxville Police Department. | |
Davenport Amazon fulfillment center fully operational with 1,500 employees, company saysThe Davenport facility, originally slated to open in 2022, is now fully operational with 1,500 employees and 5,000 robots. | |
Iowa State prepares for defense-versus-offense battle with high flying IllinoisSecond-seeded Iowa State will try to get to the Elite Eight for their first time since the 1999-2000 season, but high-flying Illinois stands in their way. | |
Police allege QC woman stole from Bettendorf, Davenport Hy-Vee storesA 40-year-old Silvis woman faces felony charges after police allege she stole from Hy-Vee stores in the Iowa Quad Cities, court records show. Linaya Bennett (Scott County Jail) Linaya Bennett, whose address also is listed as East Moline in court documents, faces charges of second-degree theft and using a juvenile to commit an indictable offense, court records show. Documents filed Thursday show that, on March 14 at Hy-Vee, 2900 Devils Glen Road, Bettendorf, police allege Bennett, who was arrested on a warrant, and a child were at the store where they intentionally "skip-scanned" multiple items, "passed all points of sale and left the store without paying," affidavits say."Bennett is conspiring with (the child) in a scheme to steal from Hy-Vee to benefit her monetarily." A court document filed March 1 shows Bennett faces a charge of second-degree theft because of these incidents: Dec. 15, 2023, 2351 W. Locust St.: Police allege she removed store merchandise valued at $146.76 from the store shelf but "only scanned and paid for $12.65," then walked past the last point of sale with the items with the intent to deprive the store. Dec. 22, 2023, 1823 E. Kimberly Road, Davenport. Police allege Bennett removed $126.18 in merchandise from the shelf and paid only $30.91. Dec. 30, 2023, 1823 E. Kimberly Road, Davenport. Police allege Bennett took $173.86 from the shelf, then scanned and paid for $15.74. Jan. 18, 2024, 1823 E. Kimberly Road, Davenport. Police allege Bennett removed $173.08 in merchandise from the shelf, and scanned and paid for $26.67. Jan. 24, 2024, 1823 E. Kimberly Road, Davenport. Police allege Bennett removed $116.39 in merchandise from the shelf, then scanned and paid for only $45.94. Jan. 30, 2024, 1823 E. Kimberly Road, Davenport. Police allege Bennett removed $162.97 in merchandise from the shelf, then scanned and paid for only $18.54. Feb. 3, 2024, 1823 E. Kimberly Road, Davenport. Police allege Bennett removed merchandise valued at $117.99 from the shelf, then scanned and paid for only $9.35. Feb. 4, 2024, 4064 E. 53rd St., Davenport. Police allege Bennett removed $72.75 of merchandise from the shelf, then scanned and paid for only $1.99. Feb. 8, 2024, 1823 E. Kimberly Road. Police allege Bennett removed $118.37 in merchandise from the shelf, then scanned and paid for only $7.98. Feb. 8, 2024, 4064 E. 53rd St., Davenport. Police allege Bennett removed $152.35 in merchandise from the shelf, then scanned and paid for only $44.65. Feb. 10, 2024, 2200 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport. Police allege Bennett removed $42.16 in merchandise from the shelf, then scanned and paid for only $.99. Feb. 13, 2024. 1823 E. Kimberly Road, Davenport. Police allege Bennett took $169.19 in merchandise from the shelf, then scanned and aid for only $17.74. Feb. 20, 2024, 2900 Devils Glen Road, Bettendorf. Police allege Bennett took $127.87 from the shelf, then scanned and paid for only $2. The total value of all the items is $1,699.88, court records show. Bennett, who has been released from Scott County Jail, is set for arraignment on April 18 in Scott County Court. | |
Oldest surviving Rock Island High School baseball player to throw first pitch at Saturday gameFrank Edwards graduated in 1948 and is being invited back to throw the first pitch at Rock Island's game against United Township. | |
Pioneering women's sports: How this Davenport woman helped create an avenue for girls to compete at IowaIn 1968, Helen Smiley was tasked with starting up a competitive women's athletic program at the University of Iowa, with a budget of less than $800 for seven teams. | |
Look behind the scenes at Davenport Amazon Distribution FacilityAmazon revolutionized the way we shop. A simple click. Then, an item goes into your bag and packages are on their way. Amazon's Robotic Fulfillment Center in Davenport (Michael Frachalla, OurQuadCities.com) The Amazon Robotic Fulfillment Center in Davenport continues that work. It sits on 158 acres near I-80. It covers 2.3 million square feet, the equivalent to nearly 40 football fields. It also has six floors, and 1,500 people work there. The big picture: It's only been open a few months, and it's already impacting the local economy. "1,500 jobs. Already high-paying jobs. The starting salary of $17.50 an hour," U.S. Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks said. "We often think of large, big-boxed warehouses, distribution centers, and we forget that they are actually serving small businesses, so they're allowing people to remain in Iowa and remain in rural areas, but expand their reach all across the country and even internationally." Our Quad Cities News had the chance to take a closer look and see how the Davenport Amazon facility works from the inside. The Fulfillment Center's general manager, Nate Rudy, said he is excited to be involved within the local community. "Were proud and actually thrilled to be the first Amazon in the Quad Cities market," Rudy said. (Michael Frachalla, OurQuadCities.com) The tour also brought in Senator Joni Ernst, Davenport Mayor Mike Matson and other community leaders. To start off the tour, we got to find out how packages are received in the facility. They call it the 'inbound process.' "Those items are opened up out of the boxing," Rudy said. "[They] remove the cellophane. Basically, getting the shipment ready for the consumer." Next, storing the items. Multiple floors in the facility have tall, yellow storage pods that hold product and move around freely. Workers and robots scan every piece. They place them into storage pods and then items are now sellable. "The next step in the process is for our pickers to select those items that have been selected for purchase," Rudy said. (Michael Frachalla, OurQuadCities.com) The Amazon facility has nearly 5,000 robots. They take certain items to what Amazon calls a 'packing solution.' "If they purchase just one item, it will go to the single, packing solutions that we have in the facility," Rudy added. If a customer orders multiple items, it goes to another area. It's not just about moving product for Amazon. It also supplies support to our community. Before the tour, the fulfillment center presented a $10,000 check to the Davenport Community Schools STEM Program. (Michael Frachalla, OurQuadCities.com) Amazon plans to add to the workforce at the facility over the next few years. It is currently hiring. The facility has full-time and part-time positions open that start at $17.50 an hour. They include benefits starting on the first day. Amazon also has a program called 'Career Choice;' the program has the company pay for tuition for employees to further their education and training. "We have a number of opened positions in each of the support team areas," Rudy said. "We are not under-staffed by any means, but we are looking to fill a few more support team positions. This month, we are partnering with our staff team. This month, will hire another 300 associates from the community." You can see what jobs are available here. (Michael Frachalla, OurQuadCities.com) | |
Pioneering women's sports: How this Davenport woman helped create an avenue for girls to compete at IowaIn 1968, Helen Smiley was tasked with starting up a competitive women's athletic program at the University of Iowa, with a budget of less than $800 for seven teams. | |
Whiteside County Health Department undergoes expansionThe Whiteside County Health Department in Rock Falls is expanding its services. A groundbreaking marked the expansion project for the health clinic, and construction is already underway. The clinic currently provides services like medical, dental and psychiatric care. The 3,500-foot expansion will have a covered patient drop-off area and a conference room. The Health Department is also building a separate optometry building. Whiteside County is using money from the American Rescue Plan Act to pay for the expansion. | |
Prisoner Review Board chair, member resign in wake of boy’s fatal stabbing by released inmateFormer inmate allegedly targeted boy’s mother, his ex-girlfriend, in a pattern of abuse. | |
Highest-ranking woman in Illinois State Police history reflects on experience as force looks to diversifyThe agency is using women’s police coalition to learn how to recruit more female officers. | |
Large fire breaks out in Galesburg Thursday afternoonNo injuries have been reported as of 6 p.m. on March 28. News 8 is still waiting for more information from the City. | |
Large fire breaks out in GalesburgNews 8 confirmed with the City of Galesburg a fire broke out at 224 North Broad St. in Galesburg. No other information has been made available. | |
News 8 viewer captures large blaze in GalesburgGalesburg resident Jonathan Rodriguez captured crews battling the large blaze at 224 N. Broad Street Thursday afternoon. | |
ImpactLife hosts blood drive at WIU-Quad CitiesLooking to help save a life by donating blood? Here's how you can find a blood drive near you. | |
Cleanup underway at Clinton building collapse siteClinton's community development director said the city has plans to demolish one remaining building. | |
Three dead following crash between truck and semiThree people are dead following a two-vehicle crash in rural Tampico. According to a release, on March 28 at 12:55 p.m., Whiteside County Deputies responded to a traffic crash involving a semi tractor trailer and a Ford Pick up truck at the intersection of Hahnman Rd. and Luther Rd. Upon investigation, three people were pronounced dead on scene. No other information is available at this time. | |
Whitey’s Ice Cream Peanut Butter Oreo Fudge to make a returnPeanut Butter Oreo Fudge was named the winner in Whitey’s Retro Flavor Madness bracket, according to a Facebook post from the ice cream shop. | |
QC Rollers to host first home game vs. Confluence CrashThe Quad Cities Rollers first home game will be Saturday March. 30 vs. Confluence Crash. | |
BREAKING: Large structure fire burning in GalesburgNews 8 viewer Jonathan Rodriguez sent in photos and videos from the scene that show multiple crews battling the blaze. | |
Bright comet last seen in 1954 will be visible with naked eye in late MarchKnown as the "Devil Comet," 12P/Pons-Brooks, gets its nickname from its hornlike appearance in the sky and is a once-in-a-lifetime astronomical event. | |
Dirt track racing kicks off in MaquoketaThe Maquoketa Speedway is hosting the biggest dirt track race in the Midwest on Friday and Saturday. | |
Rock Island National Cemetery holds ceremony in recognition of Vietnam War veteransThe ceremony comes a day before National Vietnam War Veterans Day, recognized annually on March 29. | |
Barkin' Beans Coffee Co. announces closureA coffee shop in Silvis featured on Our Quad Cities News is going out of business. The owners of Barkin' Beans Coffee Co. posted on Facebook that they have exhausted all their financial resources and plan to close sometime next month: We will be going out of business next month. Unfortunately we have completely exhausted all of our resources. There is no coming back from the financial turmoil we are in. We don’t have a certain date, we are just going to stay open to sell as much inventory as we can. We will absolutely update you when we have a specific closing date. Barkin' Beans Coffee Co. Our Quad Cities News reported in January the business saw a boost in sales after announcing a February shutdown date. | |
Amazon's first Quad Cities facility fully operationalThe new location doesn't mean Amazon packages will get to Quad Citizens faster, at least not yet. One employee says this could change in the future. | |
Small business, dog-friendly coffee shop posts to Facebook to announce closure amid strugglesAn Illinois QCA dog-friendly coffee shop posted to Facebook Thursday to say that they’ll be gong out of business next month. The closure comes after several attempts to save the business by extending and changing business hours, fundraising attempts, and social media outreach efforts. | |
Iowa National Guard, State Patrol redeploy to southern borderMembers of the Iowa National Guard and state troopers are once again headed to the southern border. | |
3 dead in Whiteside County crashThree people are dead after a semi-truck and a pick-up truck collided in rural Whiteside County. | |
"I'm disappointed" - Workers at Arrowhead Youth and Family Services react to news of closingArrowhead Youth and Family Services has been a destination for youth services for almost 80 years, but now it's set to shut down its residential program next month. State funding is no longer enough for a local youth services non profit organization to run its full operation. The nonprofit was created to serve at-risk youth with counseling and social services. "Some of the youth that we have are from DCFS," Dr. Luis Moreno, CEO for Arrowhead Ranch, said. "Some of these kids are actually homeless. Their foster parents have given them up. Almost every facility in Illinois has been maxed out with the number of beds they have. Even when we try to move a youth, there's a long waiting period because there are no open beds at other facilities." Moreno says he'll miss all of the kids that have been changed in a positive way by the youth services Arrowhead provided. Even kids that had no one else to turn to. "We have kids that were placed here on an emergency basis because they had no place to live," Moreno said. "Technically they had to stay at a DCFS office." An Arrowhead worker says this is a big blow to youth who need help. "I'm disappointed," Harry Cribbs, a Behavioral Health Specialist, said. "It's not a job that everyone wants to do, but something that everyone needs to do, because that's what our community is going to look like." Moreno says the Family First Prevention Services Act that was signed into Illinois law a few years ago was one of the major factors regarding the closure. Illinois required moderate youth cases to be at home, while Arrowhead took on more severe youth cases because of the act. "Where we were built for moderate youth, we are now seeing almost exclusively the severe kids," Moreno said. "That increased the number of staff needed to run this organization." Despite funding and staffing issues, workers looked back on their time working at the facility in a positive light. "Helping those hardcore youth," Cribbs said. "Open their eyes to some other options, and it doesn't have to be a big step, it's just seeing that its's getting through. It doesn't happen a lot, but it does happen. You can't reach everyone, but you can reach out to everyone." Some youth services workers at Arrowhead haven't applied for new jobs in decades, but that isn't stopping them from doing what they love. "Things go on, we're going to keep working with the youth," Cribbs said. "Working with adults, it's what we do. It's in my DNA." The official closing date for the facility in Coal Valley is April 23. | |
Man convicted of shooting QCA deputy sentenced to prisonA 33-year-old man accused of shooting a Clinton County Deputy and hitting a relative with an ax was sentenced to prison on Thursday in Clinton County Court, according to court records. Jesse Doran appeared with his attorney in court, where the State of Iowa was represented by County Attorney Michael Wolf and Assistant County Attorney James McHugh. Jesse Doran (Clinton County Jail) Earlier, Doran pleaded guilty to first-degree burglary with a dangerous weapon, and was sentenced to serve no more than 25 years on that charge. He will serve a minimum sentence of five years before he is eligible for parole. He also pleaded guilty to two charges of willful injury causing serious injury with a dangerous weapon and was sentenced to serve a period not to exceed 10 years for each charge. He will serve a minimum sentence of five years before being eligible for parole. Additionally, Doran pleaded guilty to a charge of second-degree robbery, and was sentenced to serve a period not to exceed 10 years for that charge. He must serve half of his sentence before being eligible for parole. Doran was given credit for time served in the case, and his other charges were dismissed. The sentences will be served consecutively, or one after the other, for a total of about 55 years, court records show. In January 2021 Clinton County Sgt. Scott Reyhons was shot and one other person were being treated at MercyOne Medical Center after gunfire at a residence in Charlotte, Iowa, in January of 2021, court records show. Deputies from Clinton County Sheriff’s Office responded to a 911 call on the 1000 block of 308th Avenue in Charlotte. They approached a residence and Reyhons was struck by gunfire from inside the home, according to court records. The injured deputy was transported to MercyOne Medical Center, Clinton, where records say he underwent surgery for non-life-threatening injuries. A resident of the home was transported to MercyOne Medical Center after “being hit over the head with an ax,” court documents say. | |
3 dead in Whiteside County crash, sheriff’s office reportsThree people died in a car crash in rural Tampico, according to a statement from the Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office. | |
Clark invited to play with US national team during training camp at Final FourCaitlin Clark was invited to participate in the USA Basketball national team training camp during the Final Four in Cleveland, contingent on Iowa’s season being over. |