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Kewanee Falls to Sherrard in A Close Volleyball Game on August 29th
The Kewanee Boilermaker Varsity girls’ volleyball lost to the Sherrard Tigers in a close game on Thursday, August 29, 2024. The final score was Kewanee 1 to Sherrard 2. The JV team plays on August 31st at 8 AM at Bureau Valley High School. The Varsity team plays on August 31st at 9 AM in Macomb.
Henry County Senior Citizens Labor Day Breakfast Fundraiser on August 31st
The Labor Day breakfast at the Henry County Senior Citizens Center is one of their big fundraisers. Don’t miss the Labor Day breakfast on Saturday, August 31, 2024, from 7 to 10 AM, at the senior citizens center in Kewanee. You can enjoy a great meal for $10 and help a great cause at the same time.
St. Ambrose University signs guaranteed admissions pact with prep school
St. Ambrose University is partnering with a college preparatory program to give more students access to its educational opportunities through guaranteed admission. The Davenport university announced in a news release that it has entered into a guaranteed admissions agreement with Rivermont Collegiate that, effective immediately, provides guaranteed admission to students who meet academic requirements and […]
Why Are Egg Prices Going up in Eastern Iowa?
Egg prices are increasing in eastern Iowa...again!. This is something we've seen and something we've been through before here in eastern Iowa but what is the reasoning behind this? Is it the standard "supply chain" problem we've grown accustomed to hearing? Is it because of the bird flu? Maybe it's a combination of all of these things. What's the biggest cause behind the increase in price this time?
High school scoreboard: Aug. 30
This week's high school scoreboard highlights competitive matchups across various sports. In volleyball, Rockridge triumphed over United Township with standout performances from Bailee Ryckaert, who recorded 13 kills, and Lily Bohnsack with 30 assists. In golf, Riverdale clinched victory at a quadrangular meet with a team score of 131 and Mason Smyser taking medalist honors with a score of 30. Additionally, United Township dominated Kewanee in girls' tennis, winning 9-0, while Sterling showcased their strength in swimming, defeating Morrison 96-56.
Quad Cities Brace for Friday Storms; Sunshine Expected Over Labor Day Weekend
Davenport, IA – Severe thunderstorms are expected to taper off by Friday evening, bringing an end to the unsettled weather that has impacted the Quad Cities area. Friday’s storms, featuring strong winds, heavy downpours, and frequent lightning, are expected to conclude in the afternoon, making way for a pleasant Labor Day weekend.
Davenport dedicates new Fairmount Community Center
Davenport welcomed a new community center after 15 months of construction. Managers of the Fairmount Community Center celebrated with a ribbon cutting ceremony with city leaders and members of the community on hand. Funds from the American Rescue Plan helped pay for the $3.6 million project. The building will be used primarily as a space for events to bring people together. The facility will be open for pop up events until a full-time staff is in place.
Nebraska’s severe weather creates backlog of insurance claims
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - When mother nature knocks at your door, improper coverage could leave you fronting her bill. With recent storms, a backlog of claims could keep you waiting for answers. “There are people being pulled from Florida, all over the east coast, Texas, they are being brought up...
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