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Friday, March 29th, 2024

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The Culture Report | Instagram Filtering Political Content Out Of Recommendations

This 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

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3 Things to Know | Quad Cities morning headlines for March 29, 2024

Clean-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.

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Sterling-based Veteran's support organization hosting 5K

22Mohawks is hosting the event, which raises awareness for suicide prevention and provides resources to veterans, and their families in Illinois.

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Arrowhead Ranch staff explain why residential services are closing

The Coal Valley center has helped at-risk youth for 80 years but now has to look at scaling back its programs.

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Road work set for 31st Avenue, Rock Island

The 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.

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Cook review: This horror film is 'Immaculate'-ly disturbing

In 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.

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Awake Coffee Company opens new location in Davenport

The new store neighbors the new Davenport Fire Department station on Brady Street.

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Mississippi Bend Area Education Agency, Quad-Cities school boards react to AEA overhaul

Iowa's highly-contested AEA reform bill passed Wednesday, spurring some concern and caution from local Mississippi Bend AEA leaders and staff.

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DNR: Davenport mobile home park has polluted Crow Creek for years

The DNR recently fined the Mt. Joy Mobile Home Park for failing to comply with a 2016 court order.

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Woman allegedly stole from Iowa Quad-City Hy-Vee locations, used juvenile daughter to help in one incident

A 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.

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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.

Thursday, March 28th, 2024

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Rescue and rehab center helps save bald eagles with lead poisoning

Hog 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.

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Augustana to host film screening about waterway quality around the Quad Cities

The screening is on Thursday, April 4 at 7 p.m.

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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.

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ImpactLife hosts blood drive at WIU-Quad Cities

Looking to help save a life by donating blood? Here's how you can find a blood drive near you.

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Arrowhead Ranch officials share details on closure of residential services

The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services will help find new facilities for the current youth receiving services.

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3 children dead in Whiteside County crash

Three 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.

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Crews battle large house fire in Galesburg

News 8 confirmed with the City of Galesburg a fire broke out at 224 North Broad St. in Galesburg.

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Downtown Rock Island set to undergo renovations

The Rock Island City Council reached an unanimous decision to approve construction approvements in downtown Rock Island.

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Rock Island evidence custodian retires after 35 years

Keeping 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.

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Bettendorf Police Department scam warning

The Bettendorf Police Department is warning citizens about the latest scam alert.

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Prophetstown-Lyndon-Tampico Cusd#3 issues statement following fatal crash

The 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.

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Travelin Tom's Coffee to host ribbon cutting

Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee announced a ribbon cutting.

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Amazon's first Quad Cities facility is fully operational

Company officials said the facility is shipping approximately 1 million products per week.

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Davenport in lawsuit over public records request

The 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.

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Iowa House passes bill allowing landowners to sue to stop eminent domain proceedings

A 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.

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Ceremony at Rock Island National Cemetery honors Vietnam veterans

March 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.

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Amazon’s state-of-the-art fulfillment center up and running in Davenport

After two years of construction and anticipation, the Amazon robotic fulfillment center is finally up and running.

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Cleanup underway at Clinton collapsed building site

The city-owned building collapsed in August 2023.

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Eight staff members injured following riot at Mary Davis Detention Home

Eight 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.

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Davenport Amazon fulfillment center fully operational with 1,500 employees, company says

The Davenport facility, originally slated to open in 2022, is now fully operational with 1,500 employees and 5,000 robots.

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Iowa State prepares for defense-versus-offense battle with high flying Illinois

Second-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.

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Police allege QC woman stole from Bettendorf, Davenport Hy-Vee stores

A 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.

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Oldest surviving Rock Island High School baseball player to throw first pitch at Saturday game

Frank Edwards graduated in 1948 and is being invited back to throw the first pitch at Rock Island's game against United Township.

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Pioneering women's sports: How this Davenport woman helped create an avenue for girls to compete at Iowa

In 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.

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Look behind the scenes at Davenport Amazon Distribution Facility

Amazon 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)

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Pioneering women's sports: How this Davenport woman helped create an avenue for girls to compete at Iowa

In 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.

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Whiteside County Health Department undergoes expansion

The 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.

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Prisoner Review Board chair, member resign in wake of boy’s fatal stabbing by released inmate

Former inmate allegedly targeted boy’s mother, his ex-girlfriend, in a pattern of abuse.

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Highest-ranking woman in Illinois State Police history reflects on experience as force looks to diversify

The agency is using women’s police coalition to learn how to recruit more female officers.

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Large fire breaks out in Galesburg Thursday afternoon

No injuries have been reported as of 6 p.m. on March 28. News 8 is still waiting for more information from the City.

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Large fire breaks out in Galesburg

News 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.

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News 8 viewer captures large blaze in Galesburg

Galesburg resident Jonathan Rodriguez captured crews battling the large blaze at 224 N. Broad Street Thursday afternoon.

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ImpactLife hosts blood drive at WIU-Quad Cities

Looking to help save a life by donating blood? Here's how you can find a blood drive near you.

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Cleanup underway at Clinton building collapse site

Clinton's community development director said the city has plans to demolish one remaining building.

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Three dead following crash between truck and semi

Three 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.

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Whitey’s Ice Cream Peanut Butter Oreo Fudge to make a return

Peanut Butter Oreo Fudge was named the winner in Whitey’s Retro Flavor Madness bracket, according to a Facebook post from the ice cream shop.

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QC Rollers to host first home game vs. Confluence Crash

The Quad Cities Rollers first home game will be Saturday March. 30 vs. Confluence Crash.

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BREAKING: Large structure fire burning in Galesburg

News 8 viewer Jonathan Rodriguez sent in photos and videos from the scene that show multiple crews battling the blaze.

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Bright comet last seen in 1954 will be visible with naked eye in late March

Known 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.

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Dirt track racing kicks off in Maquoketa

The Maquoketa Speedway is hosting the biggest dirt track race in the Midwest on Friday and Saturday.

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Rock Island National Cemetery holds ceremony in recognition of Vietnam War veterans

The ceremony comes a day before National Vietnam War Veterans Day, recognized annually on March 29.

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Barkin' Beans Coffee Co. announces closure

A 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.

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Amazon's first Quad Cities facility fully operational

The 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.

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Small business, dog-friendly coffee shop posts to Facebook to announce closure amid struggles

An 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.

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Iowa National Guard, State Patrol redeploy to southern border

Members of the Iowa National Guard and state troopers are once again headed to the southern border.

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3 dead in Whiteside County crash

Three people are dead after a semi-truck and a pick-up truck collided in rural Whiteside County.

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"I'm disappointed" - Workers at Arrowhead Youth and Family Services react to news of closing

Arrowhead 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.

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Man convicted of shooting QCA deputy sentenced to prison

A 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.

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3 dead in Whiteside County crash, sheriff’s office reports

Three people died in a car crash in rural Tampico, according to a statement from the Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office.

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Clark invited to play with US national team during training camp at Final Four

Caitlin 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.

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3 escape house fire in Monmouth

The fire caused significant fire and smoke damage.

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Hemp Doctor becomes major R.I. Grand Prix sponsor

The next Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix, the world’s largest karting street race, will be flying high. On Thursday, the annual downtown event announced a new national level partnership with The Hemp Doctor, based in Mooresville, N.C., as presenting sponsor of the race, Aug. 31-Sept. 1, 2024. The annual downtown Rock Island karting races will be Aug. 31-Sept. 1, 2024. The Hemp Doctor is a major national manufacturer and distributor of legal hemp/CBD products and Rock Island is The Doctor’s first house call into motorsports, said the Grand Prix release. “We are excited to be part of this year’s Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix in the Quad-Cities. Our hope is to share knowledge about the hemp industry, while offering products that aim to improve one’s well-being. We look forward to meeting you all,” said Robert Shade, The Hemp Doctor CEO. The Rock Island race has a history of working with national, regional and local sponsors, most of which have stayed involved for many years. “The Doctor’s office is in Mooresville, N.C. – the heart of NASCAR and American motorsports,” said Roger Ruthhart of the Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix. “They understand the draw and I’m sure they have a longstanding history of aiding race fans and keeping drivers on the track with the pain that comes with making the podium. Racers and race fans know that street racing can be a unique, fun and challenging form of motorsports, so we’re glad to have The Doctor in the house.” The Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix typically attracts teams nationwide, and in 2023 saw more than 17,000 spectators over the two-day event. All products of The Hemp Doctor are legal in Illinois. With massive street construction expected in the core of downtown this spring, into summer, Ruthhart said Thursday there may be some impacts to the Grand Prix, but no changes to the course. “No plans to change race route in terms of what streets we run on. It’s really pretty impossible to do,” he said. “How the track is set up in the streets always varies a little to avoid bad spots…which we expect there will be less of after this project.” “Our position has been that downtown changes are a good thing. Some portions of the track will be impacted but that is good, too,” Ruthhart said, noting he’s had discussions with Rock Island public works director Mike Bartels about this project for a year and “are convinced the city understands our needs and concerns regarding timing. Hopefully the contractor will too. “We’re looking forward to showing off the new look to hundreds of racer teams and thousands of spectators,” Ruthhart added. The Grand Prix typically attracts race teams from coast to coast. There have been drivers from 10 foreign countries and 16 foreign winners, Thursday’s release said. Last year saw more than 17,000 spectators over the two-day event. For more information, visit the Grand Prix website HERE.

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POLICE: Suspect arrested in connection with M Lounge shooting over St. Patrick’s weekend

The Davenport Police Department has been investigating a gunfire incident that happened over St. Patrick’s Day weekend outside of a bar in downtown Davenport. An arrest has now been made in connection to the incident, police say.

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LIVE: TV6 Investigates Talks: Overdosed; the family behind the story

A family is fighting a battle that could be fatal, drug addiction.

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Charges announced in Rockford stabbing attack that left 4 dead, 7 wounded

Authorities have announced charges against a 22-year-old Winnebago County man after a stabbing rampage that killed four and wounded seven others Wednesday afternoon in Rockford.

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QC loses 1,600 jobs over past year

The Quad Cities was among just three metro areas in Illinois to lose jobs between February 2023 and February 2024, according to data released today by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES). Over the year, the unemployment rate increased in all 14 metropolitan areas, but total nonfarm jobs increased in 11 areas, according to a Thursday release. “Today’s data continues to highlight the health and expansion of the Illinois labor market, with increases in jobs throughout a multitude of industries touching every corner of the state,” said Deputy Gov. Andy Manar. “As growth continues to supply jobseekers and employers with new opportunities, IDES and its workforce partners are positioned to assist both groups to thrive in the state’s economy.” A hiring sign is displayed outside of Golf Center in Des Plaines, Ill., Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh) The QC area saw a loss of 1,600 total jobs over the year, and its current unemployment rate is 4.8 percent, compared to 4.7% in February 2023, IDES said, noting jobless rates last month were 5.9% in both Moline and Rock Island. Statewide, the current jobless rate is 5.3%, up from 4.7% a year ago. The metro areas which had the largest over-the-year percentage increases in total nonfarm jobs were the Champaign-Urbana MSA (+3,900), the Elgin metro (+5,300), and the Bloomington MSA (+1,400). Other metro areas which had over-the-year decreases in total nonfarm jobs were Decatur (-1,600) and Springfield (-3,300). Industries that saw job growth in most metro areas included: government (13 areas); mining, construction, education and health services (10 areas each); wholesale trade and other services (eight areas each). The metro areas with the largest unemployment rate increases were the Chicago metro, Decatur MSA, and the Illinois section of St. Louis MSA.

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QC Animal Welfare Center, Milan, gives tips on keeping pets safe during storms

With the arrival of storm season in the Midwest, the Quad City Animal Welfare Center urges pet owners to take proactive steps to ensure the safety and well-being of their furry companions during inclement weather, a news release says. To help pet owners prepare for storms, the Quad City Animal Welfare Center offers these tips: Create an emergency kit: Prepare a pet emergency kit that includes essential items such as food, water, medications, veterinary records, a first aid kit, and comfort items like blankets and toys. Keep the kit in a waterproof container and store it in an easily accessible location. Have a pet carrier ready. Identification: Ensure your pet has proper identification, including a collar with tags containing current contact information and a microchip with updated registration details. QCAWC offers micro chipping at the Wellness Clinic: (visit here for more information.) Storm anxiety: Does your pet have storm anxiety? Don’t wait until a storm is approaching to answer this question. Talk to your veterinarian. Shelter: Identify a safe and secure shelter within your home where you, your family, and your pets can take refuge during a storm. This area should be away from windows and doors, preferably an interior room or basement. Stay Informed: Monitor the weather forecast and stay informed. Be prepared to take action quickly. Have a plan: Develop an emergency plan for your family and pets. Include evacuation routes, designated meeting points, contact information, and emergency services contact information. Secure outdoor areas: After the storm has passed, be sure to check your gates and fence before letting your dog back outside. By taking these proactive measures, pet owners can help ensure the safety and well-being of their human and furry family members during Midwest storms. Quad City Animal Welfare Center (qcawc.org) The Quad City Animal Welfare Center Adoption & Education Center is at 724 2nd W. Ave., Milan. The Quad City Animal Welfare Center Spay/Neuter & Wellness Clinic is at 612 1st W. S., Milan.

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Wilton Community Schools named in top 10 finalists for national STEM competition

As a result, they will receive $50,000 in Samsung technology and classroom supplies, with an opportunity to win an additional $100,000.

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Riverside Cemetery area, Moline, closes temporarily for construction

Riverside Park Phase Two Parking has begun in Moline, according to a news release. The cemetery area, in between the one-ways on 5th Avenue, is closed so asphalt can be replaced. The road that runs in front of the Riverside Mausoleum will also be closed to add additional parking on either side of the road. Riverside-Construction-Map-1Download Residents still can access the pickle ball courts and tennis courts during this time.

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House fire displaces three in Monmouth

A second-floor house fire has left three people displaced in Monmouth. Fire officials have deemed the fire to be accidental.

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Davenport says it fast-tracked reinspection before evacuating 4th St. building

Nicole Gleason told the aldermen Wednesday that staff called engineering firm Shive Hattery the day they had concerns. They evacuated 401 W. 4th St. the next day.

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8 staff members injured following large fight at Mary Davis Detention Home in Galesburg

According to the Knox County Sheriff's Office, at least 10 juveniles were fighting staff, leading to eight staff members and two juveniles being injured.

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Bettendorf employees earn state awards

The City of Bettendorf has announced that two employees within its Public Works Department and Parks & Recreation Department have earned awards from the Iowa Parks and Recreation Association (IPRA,) according to a news release. On Wednesday, Parks Maintenance Supervisor Jason Manfull and Recreation Coordinator Isaac Jacobs were honored at the Annual IPRA Best of the Best Banquet in Des Moines. Parks Maintenance Supervisor Jason Manfull, left, and Recreation Coordinator Isaac Jacobs (City of Bettendorf) The T. Ray Frame Park Maintenance Award went to to Manfull. This award is given to an outstanding maintenance person with a Parks and Recreation Department who has demonstrated a high level of skill in his/her work, goes beyond what would be considered adequate or expected in the position, and shows a devotion on and off the job. “Congratulations to Jason on this well-deserved honor,” said Brian Schmidt, public works director. “This recognition validates his passion, commitment, and hard work to his profession. I’m proud to have such an outstanding person leading a team of dedicated staff in maintaining our parks, playgrounds, and recreational areas into excellent shape around our community.” The Dr. Carol Hanson Young Professional Award went to Jacobs. The award is given to a professional who has exemplified commitment and outstanding service to the leisure services profession and to the IPRA. “Isaac is a huge asset to the Parks & Recreation Department,” said Kim Kidwell, culture andrecreation director. “He is constantly looking for ways to improve programs and experiences.Isaac is here for the kids and is a compassionate, quiet leader - never expecting recognitionbecause he feels he is just ‘doing his job.’ I am so proud of him and this IPRA honor is welldeserved.”

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'Bettendorf Talks' premieres at SXSW

There’s a new silly, sweet workplace comedy – set and filmed in the Quad Cities -- that’s working to find its place in the TV universe. The 18-minute pilot for “Bettendorf Talks,” shot in the area in February 2023, premiered earlier this month at SXSW in Austin, Tex. Described by its team as a sharp and smart show-within-a-show, “Bettendorf Talks” is both a witty workplace comedy and the newest (and most unlikely) local talk show to come out of the titular Midwestern Quad City. Hosted by the has-been comedy duo TJ Jagodowski and David Pasquesi (who star as hilarious caricatures of themselves), the two attempt to mount a hit show in search of a sliver of their former glory. David Pasquesi, left, and TJ Jagodowski in the pilot for "Bettendorf Talks." Each episode in the planned series will follow the ensemble for one day of the writing, producing and airing of our program as TJ and Dave grapple with how to live in these new, lesser roles, the team around them deal with the talk show host and his sidekick, as Margaret fights to keep the show going because it’s always one day away from being canceled. A review at gbvreviews.com said: “The pilot episode is a lot of fun, with Pasquesi playing a surly falling-star talk show host trying to regain some of his former glory by working in a smaller-area market and wanting to be anywhere but there, and Jagodowski as his naïve co-host who seems happy to be working anywhere. “The members of the ensemble cast, which includes Tim Kazurinksy as a TV station owner, all invest their characters with a likable charm — even the curmudgeonly Pasquesi is someone viewers can get behind.” Pasquesi (who plays the “Bettendorf Talks” host) is a Second City alumnus and film, television and stage actor, best known for playing the husband of Julia Louis-Dreyfus' Selina Meyer on the Emmy-winning "Veep" on HBO. He was Andrew Meyer in 15 of the series' 65 episodes, from 2013-2019. Dave Pasquesi has played the husband of Julia Louis-Dreyfus' Emmy-winning lead in HBO's "Veep." Pasquesi is half of the comedy duo TJ and Dave. He has performed on stage at the Steppenwolf, Goodman and Victory Gardens theaters. His TV acting and writing credits include "Book of Boba Fett," “She-Hulk,” and “At Home with Amy Sedaris.” Jagodowski is also a Chicago-based veteran actor and improvisor, and alum of Second City. TJ was one of the Two Guys in the Sonic TV commercials for 17 years. Jack C. Newell directed the 18-minute pilot episode. Director of “Bettendorf Talks” is Jack C. Newell -- a writer, producer, and director, whose feature film credits include “42 Grams,” “Monuments” and “Open Tables.” He started the film school at The Second City, and is the co-founder of Destroy Your Art. His films have screened theatrically, and premiered at various film festivals and on all major streaming platforms. Recently completed films include “How (not) to Build a School in Haiti” and “Monuments” (Nashville Audience Award ‘20). TJ and Dave wrote “Bettendorf Talks” and set it here partly because they knew the area and wanted it to take place in a smaller town, not Chicago. A view of the Abraham Lincoln statue in Davenport's Bechtel Park, next to the Government Bridge, seen in "Bettendorf Talks." "We wanted a real blue-collar sensibility, that these were salt-of--the-earth people," TJ said in a recent interview. "Where real people still live." Though it’s a tremendously popular workplace comedy set in a smaller city (Scranton, Pa.), “The Office” wasn't a major influence on their show, he noted. "It was like, what's the nearest place that sounds funny? The Quads sound funny and blue collar, and there's five of them," TJ said. "Bettendorf has a nice sound to it. And we can get there." The city of Bettendorf logo seen in the pilot for the new show. “There are next to no shows that take place in middle America where people are allowed to have their small victories,” Jagodowski added. “There hasn’t been a show in almost 50 years that has been in a small-town talk show. We also have a fun opportunity to have big stars come on and improvise a talk show interview as town locals.” The Bettendorf connection The magic part of the story is the fact that the pilot’s producer, Shane Simmons, is a 38-year-old Bettendorf native. He’s a producer and actor in Chicago, who’s also produced Kendall Goldberg’s debut feature “When Jeff Tried to Save the World” and Stephen Cone’s “Henry Gamble’s Birthday Party.” Bettendorf native Shane Simmons is producer of "Bettendorf Talks." Simmons runs Elevated Films Chicago as its executive director, where they create unique independent film events and develop resources and hands-on opportunities for youth filmmakers. He had worked with Newell a lot, who brought him the “Bettendorf Talks” script. Coincidentally, Newell didn't know Simmons was from Bettendorf, and that he graduated in the same high school class as filmmakers Scott Beck and Bryan Woods. Filmmakers and Bettendorf natives Scott Beck, left, and Bryan Woods co-own the Last Picture House movie theater in downtown Davenport. The first film Simmons acted in was one of their early ones, and "the rest is history -- we became really good friends,” he said last week. "We went to college together; I moved to Chicago, they went to L.A. and have been making stuff here ever since.” "The best thing about it for me is the people," Simmons said of the QC, where his parents remain. "I need there to be good people, that I grew up with. Growing up in the Quad Cities, to be able to make movies in the Quad Cities, it was a playground. We could do anything we wanted to. We could call the cops and say we needed a cop car, or to shut down an alley and you could do it." "It was so special we were making movies there and I've always held that with me," he said.  "It was a dream come true to bring a production back to the Quad Cities," Simmons said, noting he last filmed here about 15 years ago. A view of the new and old I-74 bridges in "Bettendorf Talks." "To bring everybody back, and show people -- see guys, see how great it is?" he said. "With everybody being so wonderful and accommodating, just feeling special that we were making something unique in what I've always known as being a wonderful place." An easy, fun shoot Jagodowski people they met while filming here could not have been nicer. They shot the fictional talk show (at the “Bettendorf” station KBET) at WQAD's studio in Moline. "They were super, super gracious about it all," TJ said. They filmed there over four days at all hours of the day, including in meeting rooms and hallways. At one point or another, they were in each of the main five cities filming, Simmons said, and there's lots of potential for more of that if the show is picked up. There are 14 people in the cast, based in Chicago, and a crew of about 25-30, including post-production work. A scene from "Bettendorf Talks." TJ and Dave have never performed their comedy act in the QC. They worked with Bob Kelly, co-owner of ComedySportz Quad Cities, to find filming locations. "If not for Bob, we would not have had the location we ended up with or as easy a time as it turned out to be. He was incredible," TJ said. They didn't really improvise at all for "Bettendorf Talks," sticking to their script. If they continue the series, TJ said they might incorporate some improv. The group stayed at the Stoney Creek Inn in downtown Moline, but Jagodowski said one drawback was they couldn't find an Illinois-side restaurant that served dinner at 10 p.m. or later. "We had to order from Davenport or Bettendorf when we wanted our late meal," he said. "You should lose your incorporation as a city if you don't have a 24-hour diner, at least one." "It was affordable to get a bunch of hotel rooms, without a doubt," TJ added. They really liked Biaggi's, Central Standard and Olive Tree for food. Simmons comes back often to visit, including seeing the Last Picture House movie theater (co-owned by Beck and Woods). Pasquesi, right, plays the talk show host and Jagodowski his sidekick. “It was dreamy shooting it in the Quads,” Jagodowski added. “The whole cast and crew stayed at the same lodgey hotel. The cast took dinners together at the end of shooting days in a forgotten room at the end of a long hallway with meals from the only restaurant still delivering. The shooting days were rewarding as hell. “Everyone, in every position, was kind and professional and fun,” he said. “It was a joy to start each day and really gratifying at the end of the day to have watched people do such good work. I loved it and would love to do it a bunch more times.” “It was truly a collaboration with our small and very talented cast and crew,” Pasquesi said by email. “The production mirrored the best qualities and big heart of a small town/small operation.” Sadieh Rifai plays the showrunner in the show within a show. “I’ve been very lucky in my career to work on some incredible projects, but nothing came close to how much fun I had on Bettendorf Talks,” actress Sadieh Rifai (who plays Margaret, showrunner of the show) said by email. “This is easily the most enjoyable and hysterical set I’ve ever been on with the absolute best cast and crew. It was a dream opportunity!” The comedy style “Bettendorf Talks” harkens back to the Johnny Carson era of "The Tonight Show," and "the lively art of conversation," Jagodowski said. "There are absolutely absurdist moments," he said of the style of humor in the show. At one point, they put on old barrister wigs and agree you don't argue which is the best of the Quad Cities, since "that is immediately a legal violation," TJ said. "We'll take a laugh wherever we can get it." TJ and Dave have been proving for 20+ years that there is an audience that appreciates honest characters and relationships in their comedy, according to a show statement. “With ‘Bettendorf Talks,’ we are transforming that sensibility into a workplace comedy -- a talk show on one level and the relationships of people who make the show on another. “The characters are idiosyncratic but believable,” their statement says. “Their wants of falling in love or trying to make their mark are as universal as wants get and, therefore, completely relatable. This show is a culmination of this decades long collaboration with a proven chemistry and a track record for delving into character and relationships in a way that few others can or do. “In a world where 90% of communication is done electronically and at a distance, where people talk past each other but not to each other, that leaves a vacuum. And we, like nature, abhor that. So, a show that investigates the old-fashioned idea of people sitting down and talking, the lively art, seems to us to be apropos.” “The show explores fame and our society’s outweighed value on it, as well as how difficult it is to really communicate with each other despite our best efforts,” Jagodowski said. David Pasquesi, left, appeared in a 2020 episode of ABC's "The Conners," with Sara Gilbert and Jay R. Ferguson (Eric McCandless via Getty Images). “TV talk shows no longer entertain…they seem to be more about marketing. This one attempts to actually entertain,” Pasquesi said. “Additionally, I think the idea of a talk show filled with people incapable of communicating on a personal level, is an interesting setting.” “I love this show because it's set in a small town but the characters and story appeal to people everywhere,” Nnamdi Ngwe, who plays a writer on the show, said by email. “This is the kind of show that excited me as an artist as well as a fan of TV. It was a dream come true working on this comedy with a cast and crew full of mad geniuses. It was a warm set full of laughs and I'm sure the audience will be able to tell how much fun we had.” “I play Emma, one of the (two) writers of the show. Her big city dreams turned out to be Quad City dreams and they are coming true before her very eyes,” said Emma Pope. “Working on Bettendorf Talks was like being at sleepaway camp where we get to do the coolest project together during the day and then eat takeout food from Moline, Illinois and laugh together all night.” Next steps Simmons said attendance at the SXSW premiere was packed both nights, including Liz Gilman of Produce Iowa. "She's been very supportive. Everybody's been trying to make it happen," he said. A bunch of the "Bettendorf Talks" crew at SXSW in Austin, Tex., on March 11, 2024. There were six TV pilots shown in the festival, a relatively new category. Simmons said they’re trying to sell the show and get an agent to represent it. “The biggest thing is we got the attention. Having the South by Southwest name attached to it, it gets people to know who we are and we made this thing, and what Bettendorf is,” he said. These conversations take a long time to reach fruition, Simmons said. Jagodowski said the first step was to show it, and make connections, to gain support and awareness. “The TV world is still a very traditional world. They are big, big companies, and they require a certain flow to things,” Simmons said. 'Saturday Night Live' alum Tim Kazurinsky plays the station owner in "Bettendorf Talks." Perhaps the biggest name in “Bettendorf Talks” is Tim Kazurinsky, 74, who plays the absent-minded station owner and was on SNL for three seasons in the ‘80s. “Type-casting I guess. It was totally a dream job,” he said of the new show by email. “How often in life do you get the chance to hang out with people you love and admire...in an attempt to create a funny show that will hopefully distract people from the horrors of life right now?”

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Nahant Marsh volunteer open house

Nahant Marsh Education Center is hosting an open house on April 13, starting at 9 a.m. The marsh is located at 4220 Wapello Avenue in Davenport. Visitors will have the opportunity to meet marsh staff and volunteers that are involved in environmental conservation and education. Nahant's staff will share the wonders of our local ecosystem and volunteer opportunities that give community members a chance to make a difference in conservation and education. There are multiple volunteer programs for all interests and skill levels. Attendees are welcome any time between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. Light refreshments will be provided. Between meeting staff, exploring the education center, walking on the trails, and learning how to get involved, there is something for everyone. The event is free for all community members. To learn more about Nahant Marsh, volunteer opportunities, and ways to get involved click here.

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East Moline man faces felony charges after Davenport gunfire

A 20-year-old East Moline man faces felony charges after gunfire earlier this month, police allege in arrest affidavits. Quantrelle Tapia (Scott County Jail) Quantrelle Tapia faces charges of attempted murder and intimidation with a dangerous weapon – injure/provoke fear, court records show. Gunfire in Davenport Shortly before 12:45 a.m. March 17, Davenport Police were dispatched to the M Lounge, 217 N. Brady St., for a report of gunfire. Officers found three .380 automatic casings and 22 9mm shell casings, affidavits say. Multiple cars were damaged from the gunfire. Surveillance footage, obtained from multiple places, shows the incident. Tapia was armed with a .380 automatic pistol concealed on his person while at the M Lounge bar. After an altercation involving a co-defendant, Tapia and the co-defendant left the bar with security, police allege in affidavits. Officer say in affidavits that, when the two were in front of the M Lounge, they got into an argument with the victims. Affidavits show Tapia produced the pistol from his person and chased the victims across Brady Street as they were retreating to their car. Tapia fired three rounds at the victims as their backs were turned, police allege in affidavits. He was about 20 feet from the victims in a direct line of fire unbroken by any cover or concealment objects when he fired the rounds. “As the victims took cover, (Tapia) can be observed moving his firearm and taking direct aim at the victims as they were moving to cover behind a vehicle. (Tapia) shot at the victims with the intent to cause their death without any circumstances that would justify (Tapia’s) actions,” according to affidavits, which show Tapia “was positively identified by surveillance footage and the defendants’ actions were all captured on video.” Tapia, who is being held on $25,000 cash-only bond in Scott County Jail, was arrested on a warrant. He is set to appear for a preliminary hearing April 5 in Scott County Court.

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Video leads to arrest of East Moline man accused of St. Patrick's Day gunfire

East Moline man charged with murder based on video from St. Patrick's Day.

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Lyons Creek Apartments in Clinton ordered to vacate

Residents of apartments at a former U.S. Army Hospital campus in Clinton have until May 1 to vacate because the buildings have been deemed dangerous or are condemned.

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Ranch Riders annual Easter egg hunt benefit to be held Saturday

It's the 39th annual event that benefits the Children's Therapy Center of the Quad Cities. The hunt at Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds is free but an entry donation of $3 per child is suggested.

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Engineering report: Davenport apartment on 4th Street could collapse with no warning

The new details from city officials come just a day after residents in 18 units were vacated from the downtown building.

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From Indianapolis to Los Angeles | Actress Katy O'Brian discusses breakout lead role alongside Kristen Stewart

The IU graduate and former Carmel police officer discusses growing up in Indiana, bodybuilding and co-starring with Kristen Stewart in "Love Lies Bleeding."

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3 Things to Know | Quad Cities morning headlines for March 28, 2024

Bettendorf police are investigating a shooting incident resulting in one person hospitalized, and a home in Monmouth is a partial loss after a fire Wednesday night.

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Fight at a juvenile detention facility leads to injury of mutiple staff members

An overnight fight at a Knox County juvenile detention facility leads to multiple staff members getting injured with some having to be taken to the hospital.

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Muscatine Community College to hold legends event next week

On Thursday, April 4, Muscatine Community College will be inviting the community to come celebrate this year’s MCC Legends, including former biology instructor Paul Mayes and music instructor Jan Phillips.

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CO2 pipeline forum set for Port Byron

A discussion about a CO2 pipeline will be held Wednesday, April 3, in Port Byron, according to a news release. "What You Need to Know - Updates on Carbon Capture & Sequestration/CO2 Pipelines; Efforts in Springfield -What We Can Do Right Now" will be presented by Central Illinois Healthy Community Alliance and the Coalition to Stop CO2 Pipelines at 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 3, at River Valley District Library, 214 S. Main St., Port Byron, in the second-floor meeting room. An elevator is available. Port Byron residents weigh in on CO2 pipeline. (OurQuadCities.com) The discussion will focus on major issues for Illinois citizens regarding carbon capture and sequestration (CCS). Wolf Carbon Solutions intends to refile an application with the Illinois Commerce Commission for a carbon dioxide (CO2) pipeline planned to cross the Mississippi River north of Port Byron, continuing southeast through Rock Island County into Henry County and further south, the release says. "Just as with carbon dioxide pipelines, there are significant regulatory gaps at both the Federal and State levels concerning CCS and how this technology would impact property owners and groundwater resources including a significant lack of knowledge about how to stop CO2 sequestered underground from leaking," according to the release. Carbon dioxide at high levels in the air is toxic to the body and long-term health impacts can result. The U.S. Pipeline Hazardous Materials and Safety Administration is working on updated CO2 pipeline standards based on concerns from a 2020 CO2 pipeline rupture a mile from Satartia, Mississippi, the release says. According to the release, "This community was not included in the company modeling for being at any risk. However, 200 people were evacuated and 45 went for hospital emergency treatment. Some individuals have lingering health issues from being in the CO2 plume area. High-pressure carbon dioxide pipelines are much more hazardous than oil or methane (natural gas) pipelines partly because of the much higher pressure in the pipeline." Other issues, including land impacts, and legislative efforts in Springfield, will be discussed at this free public information meeting.

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Pay It Forward | Fundraising for an after-prom to remember

Jeri Elam is on the after-prom committee for Davenport North and Central High Schools. Her help with fundraising for the event earned her the Pay It Forward award.

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Pay it Forward | Putting in the time to bring Davenport students one night to shine

News 8's Morgan Strackbein caught up with Holly Green as she starts her annual after-prom fundraising campaign for Davenport Central and North High Schools.

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Weekend Rundown with WLLR | March 28, 2024

There are many family-friendly events going on this weekend, and we've brought in Dani Howe from WLLR to break it down.

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Colona murder trial put off; attorneys' offices too short-staffed

A bench trial on a murder case for a Colona man charged in Henry County has been pushed back. It had been scheduled for late April.

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Illinois House speaker gives address at Rock Island County Democrats Unity Dinner

Rock Island County Democrats held their sixth annual Unity Dinner on Thursday, with a keynote address from Illinois House Speaker Emanuel "Chris" Welch.

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Colona council discusses ways to draw more police officers to city

Colona aldermen on Monday discussed amending the city's ordinance for lateral transfer of police.

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Pending Death Notices for the Quad-Cities, March 28, 2024

Carole L. Brown, 79, of Davenport, Iowa, died Friday, March 22, 2024, at Bickford of Davenport. Cremation will be directed by Cremation Society of the Quad Cities.

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Attorneys to look over Geneseo solar plans

WHAT WE KNOW: Geneseo aldermen voted to learn more about a proposed second solar array last month.

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Pending Death Notices for the Quad-Cities, March 29, 2024 (copy)

Carole L. Brown, 79, of Davenport, Iowa, died Friday, March 22, 2024, at Bickford of Davenport. Cremation will be directed by Cremation Society of the Quad Cities.

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Two Currents in a Dark Circle: Staghorn and Aseethe at Rozz-Tox, April 19

Take this as an early warning: If you're into the cerebral, more experimental side of heavy music, you may want to snap up tickets for what (at the time of writing) looks to be the only show at Rozz-Tox in April

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Ballet Quad Cities' "Dorothy Goes to Oz" and "Snow White," April 13

Audiences may not hear the familiar strains of “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” or “Someday My Prince Will Come.” But they'll certainly be treated to music- and dance-filled enchantment when a pair of legendary heroines join forces in the one-act ballets Dorothy Goes to Oz and Snow White, the Adler Theatre's April 13 pairing of family-friendly works by the professional talents of Ballet Quad Cities.

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Why Davenport ordered an apartment building to be evacuated

A report from structural engineers said the building is in such poor condition that it could partially collapse.

Wednesday, March 27th, 2024

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Davenport council member responds to House hearing on City's settlement payments

City staff did not comment on the hearing when News 8 reached out.

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Davenport considers lowering property tax rate

The proposed change, which would go into effect in July, would be 17 cents lower.