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Shelter gives hope: King’s Harvest, Davenport, rescues starving dog
A starved dog in critical condition Tuesday has begun to walk and wag his tail thanks to the care at King’s Harvest Pet Rescue, Davenport. On Tuesday, someone brought the dog, wrapped in a sheet, in to the shelter, where staff discovered the dog was severely malnourished, had injuries on his back – likely from being kept in a crate a long time, staff told Our Quad Cities News – and could barely walk or lift his head.
Jacqueline Langa Tangbobito of Davenport, Iowa, Earns Degree from University of Maryland Global Campus
ADELPHI, MARYLAND (July 24, 2024) — Jacqueline Langa Tangbobito of Davenport, Iowa earned a(n) Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology from University of Maryland Global Campus in Spring 2024. Tangbobito was one of more than 14,000 students worldwide who earned degrees from UMGC in the 2023-24. Graduates came from all...
Northwest Bank & Trust has new owners
Northwest Bank in Davenport and Bettendorf has a new owner. Time Bank of Park Ridge, Ill. and Northwest Investment Corp., parent company of Northwest Bank & Trust Company (“Northwest Bank”), based in Davenport announced that they have entered into an agreement for Time Bank to purchase about $225 million in total assets and liabilities of […]
Quad City Times Bix 7 had humble beginnings
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - The Bix 7 road race had humble beginnings. “We got like a little news memo saying we’re starting a new race in downtown Davenport called the Bix 7″ said retired TV6 Sports Director Thom Cornelis. 84 runners took part in the first race. “No...
Late Assumption rally ends Benton's State tournament run
FORT DODGE, Iowa — Davenport Assumption scored 10 runs between the 5th and 6th innings, and those gave the Knights enough cushion to hold on for a 10-7 win over Benton at the State softball tournament. Jesse Demoss hit two home runs for Benton, tallying 5 RBI on her...
Davenport restaurant to reopen following sewer issues from flooding
A restaurant and bar in Davenport had to shut down temporarily because of problems caused by recent flooding. The Phoenix has been closed for three weeks. Restaurant managers planned to reopen Tuesday, July 23, but couldn’t because of a sewage backup in the bottom level. Managers say they’re used to the flooding, but they say the City needs to upgrade its sewer system. The temporary shut down hit the business and employees financially.
Free backpacks to be given away at select QCA Verizon stores
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) -Free backpacks will soon be handed out at six local Verizon stores for the back-to-school season. On Sunday, July 28 at 1 p.m., Verizon retailer Round Room will hold their twelfth annual “Schools Rock Backpack Giveaway” at participating Verizon stores across the country. It is...
Meet the 2024 ‘Beat The Elite’ Bix 7 athletes
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) -Russell’s Beat the Elite athletes are annually given the opportunity to race and beat the overall winner of the Quad-City Times Bix 7. The two selected will then be given a head start depending on the individual’s necessary handicap to make the event competitive. Grace...
Agriculture Recovery Center to open in Cedar County Thursday
CEDAR Co., Iowa (KWQC) - A one-day Agriculture Recovery Center will be held in Cedar County Thursday to helps Iowans recover from spring tornado and storm damage, according to a media release. The event will be held from noon to 8 p.m. in the Matthews Building at the Cedar County...
ORA Orthopedics breaks ground on $50M campus, surgery center
Moline, Ill.-based ORA Orthopedics has broken ground on a new $50 million location in Bettendorf, Iowa, according to a July 24 report from Our Quad Cities. The facility will house a 51,000-square-foot outpatient surgery center and a 14,000-square-foot space for physical and occupational therapy. The new facility is expected to...
FULL COURT PRESS — Sports talk with the hosts you know and love — LIVE Tonight!!
This is the link to the FULL COURT PRESS live stream. This is the place for QCSportsNet’s live, local sports talk show featuring some of the biggest names in the history of Quad Cities sports media. Our next show is this Wednesday (July 24th) at 7:00 p.m., live from Riverfront Grille in Rock Island.
Tempers flare in courtroom at sentencing for gunman in fatal Davenport shooting
Tempers flared Wednesday when an 18-year-old Peoria man was sentenced to up to 20 years in prison for the fatal 2023 Davenport shooting of a Moline man. Our Quad Cities News crew was in the courtroom while Alex Markovich, who at first faced charges of first-degree murder and intimidation with a dangerous weapon – injure/provoke fear pleaded guilty to a lesser charge of voluntary manslaughter and intimidation with a dangerous weapon – injure/provoke fear.
Wake Up Tri-Counties First Choice Health Clinics with RaeAnn Tucker
RaeAnn Tucker with the Henry and Stark Health Departments joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to talk about the open house at the First Choice Health Clinic in Toulon on August 2nd. You can visit the Toulon First Choice Health Clinic on Friday, July 26th, to meet the team and get health information during Old Settlers Days. You can get to know the team at the Toulon clinic and feel safer using the facility for your medical needs. The First Choice Health Clinics in Kewanee, Colona, and Toulon are taking appointments for school physicals and vaccinations. You can get certified copies of your birth certificate dating back to 1971 for $13 for the first copy and $6 for additional copies, at the Kewanee location.
Dubuque Business Leads the Way for Solar Energy Across Iowa, Illinois, & Wisconsin
Eagle Point Solar, a leading solar energy provider based in Dubuque, is making waves across the Tri-States. Recognized on the 2024 Top Solar Contractors List by Solar Power World, the company ranks 162nd nationally and 184th in the Solar + Storage Installers category. This recognition highlights Eagle Point Solar's role in bringing clean energy solutions to homes and businesses in the region.
Parking restrictions at Riverside Park, Muscatine
MUSCATINE, Iowa (KWQC) - The small parking lot near the playground area at Riverside Park is closed to traffic Thursday morning for flood cleanup, the City of Muscatine said. The city says they are hoping to have the park reopened to the public before Almost Friday Fest Thursday evening. The...
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