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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...
Live music, DJ beats along Bix 7 route help push runners to finish line
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) -Every year dozens of musicians representing many different genres supply the background music along the route for the Quad-City Times Bix 7. The music creates an energy that helps push runners to keep persevering along the notoriously hilly course. Chris Nelson and PJ Scott, Bix 7 Entertainment...
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...
Genesis GOPEDS kids compete in modified Jr. Bix
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - Kids receiving therapy from Genesis Outpatient Pediatric Therapy Center (GOPEDS) had a chance to run their own version of the Arconic Jr. Bix in the clinic location’s parking lot. The heartwarming event took place Wednesday, July 17. This gives kids with various mobility issues due...
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...
Healthcare Experience Summer Camp offers high schoolers a week of shadowing professionals
Trinity College of Nursing and Health Services Chancellor Tracy Poelvoorde says 20 junior and senior high school students are following health professionals at UnityPoint Health Rock Island all week. "This is really an opportunity for students to explore healthcare," Poelvoorde said in a phone interview with WVIK Monday afternoon. "I...
‘Tell on Your Neighbor’ recognizes beautiful Rock Island yards
Rock Island residents who have a neighbor with a beautiful yard can nominate them for a city award. Each year, Rock Island can Tell on Your Neighbor by nominating yards in their neighborhood that they think are the most appealing or the most improved. Nominations can be made through August 20 and must include digital […]
Man from Davenport, IA arrested after 3 vehicle accident in Boscobel
On Sunday around 9:00 pm, Grant County Dispatch received a 911 call of a three-vehicle crash south of the City of Boscobel. The Grant County Sheriff’s Office responded and identified 55-year-old Frank Klee of Davenport, IA as the driver of vehicle that had lost control and struck a guardrail. Frank’s vehicle came to rest in the lane of traffic, causing blockage. Two other vehicles collided attempting to avoid the blockage causing disabling damage to both vehicles. The drivers of those vehicles were 38-year-old Jordan Powers of Lancaster and a 31-year-old Grace Ideker, of Onalaska, WI. Only minor injuries were reported by the parties involved. Grant County Deputies investigated and arrested Klee for Operating while Intoxicated – 1st Offense. The passenger in Klee’s vehicle, 29-year-old Hailey Perez of Davenport, IA, was cited for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Boscobel Police Department, Boscobel Fire Department, Boscobel EMS, and Terry’s Tire and Tow assisted at the scene.
Feel at right at home with Senior Star
Senior Star is a vibrant community of people who feel that they are right where they belong. And here to tell us all about it is Executive Director Annette Martinez and Memory Care Director Haley Flenker. For more information visit seniorstar.com/elmoreplace.
Make a difference with ImpactLife
Between summer vacations and schools being out, blood donations have dropped off. But there is way you can make a difference and save someone’s life. Joining us today Is Kriby Winn, Public Relations Manager For ImpactLife and Tracy Waytenick, ImpactLife Associate Board Co-Chair. For more information visit bloodcenter.org.
Mental Health, Substance Use and Crisis Conference at Augustana helps first responders work with people in crisis
The Geneseo Police Department is hosting an event geared towards improving emergency services personnel’s responses to people in crisis. The Mental Health, Substance Use and Crisis Conference will be on Friday, July 26 at Augustana College in Rock Island. This event is for emergency services personnel, including police, fire, ambulance, hospital staff and social workers, […]
Man jailed for credit card fraud in Cerro Gordo County
MASON CITY, Iowa – A man has been arrested for credit card fraud in North Iowa. Ethan Brian Woods, 24, was picked up on an outstanding warrant in Linn County and transported to the Cerro Gordo County Jail, where he is being held on $10,000 bond. Woods is charged...
"Fall into Marion" Parade to return on September 14th in Uptown Marion
MARION, Iowa — The Fall into Marion Parade is returning to uptown for its second year on Saturday, September 14th. This year's parade is part of a line-up of events happening in the area during that month. You can find the full list of those events here. The parade...
BUCKET LIST: Cedar Rapids firefighter selected as 1st Iowan to compete in the Mongol Derby
Every year, hundreds of people apply to take part in a historical horse race in Mongolia called the Mongol Derby, and for the first time ever an Iowan is making the cut. The 1,000 kilometer race is based off the same messaging system used by Genghis Khan around the 1200s.
Anamosa teacher arrested for sending inappropriate messages to former student
ANAMOSA, Iowa — A middle school gym teacher for the Anamosa Community School District has been charged with sexual exploitation of a minor for conversations he had with a 15-year-old former student ten years ago. Court records say that now 50-year-old Wayne Lasack reached out to the teen in...
Dubuque Man Charged After Pointing Airsoft Gun At Two People
A Dubuque man been was arrested for reportedly pointing what turned out to be an air soft gun at two people in a parked vehicle. Dubuque Police say the incident happened Monday evening shortly before 5 o’clock in the 15-hundred block of Washington Street. Following an investigation police charged...
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