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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.
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...
Cassville Car Ferry Resumes Operations
The Cassville Car Ferry has resumed operations as of today (Wednesday) after being closed for the last month due to high water. For more information on the Cassville Car Ferry go to their Facebook page “Cassville Car Ferry” or call 608-725-5180.
District 205 teacher pleads not guilty to felony theft charge
A Galesburg School District teacher charged with felony theft, six years after she pleaded guilty to similar charges in another case, is pleading not guilty. Michelle White, 54, made the plea in Knox County Court Wednesday afternoon, where she also asked for a trial by jury, and waived her right to a preliminary hearing.
PETA: Cows’ deaths in truck crash prompt PETA highway memorial
Lancaster, Wis. — To memorialize the cows who were killed when the truck carrying them overturned while approaching a roundabout on U.S. Highway 61 and Wisconsin Highway 81 on Saturday afternoon, PETA plans to place a billboard in their honor near the site, reminding everyone that the crash victims were thinking, feeling individuals.
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.
Galesburg fire leaves home a total loss
A home in Galesburg is considered a total loss after a fire early this morning, according to a news release from the Galesburg Fire Department. The department responded to a structure fire in the 1700 block of E. Main Street on July 24 at 2:16 a.m. The department’s response included all three stations and the 11 […]
Officials close Dubuque homicide case after confirming firearm details
DUBUQUE, Iowa (KCRG) - Following a months-long investigation, officials are closing a homicide case involving a Dubuque woman. On April 10th, 2024, the Dubuque County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of an unresponsive person at a home in Dubuque County, Iowa. When they reached the home, in the 9800 block of Haxbylane Road, they found a woman dead. She was later identified as 32-year-old Tana Poppe.
Art on the River: 'Culture & Conversation' art exhibit opens in Dubuque August 9
DUBUQUE, Iowa — The City of Dubuque is inviting the public to attend the opening reception of their 2024-25 Art on the River temporary public art exhibit. This year's theme exhibition theme is “Culture & Conversation,” and features 11 works selected that speak to the artists’ ability to enlighten, educate, and affect communities and culture.
Dubuque Verizon Wireless Store giving away free backpacks to ease back-to-school burden
DUBUQUE, Iowa — A Dubuque Verizon Wireless Stores is giving Away $3 million dollars worth of free backpacks in the hopes to ease the financial burden of back-to-school season. The 12th Annual “School Rocks Backpack Giveaway” will be held on July 28th at 2599 NW Arterial and starts at...
Dubuque Foundation Has Awarded Over $500K in Grants to Local Cancer Patients & Families
The Avery Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by cancer in the Tri-State area, has announced a significant milestone: awarding over $500,000 in grants since its inception. This achievement underscores the foundation's unwavering commitment to alleviating the financial burdens faced by those battling cancer in our local area.
These are the highest-paid state employees in Missouri and Illinois
Taxpayer dollars help Missouri and Illinois employ thousands of state workers each year. Some of these workers, usually ones in high-profile capacities or leadership roles, make hundreds of thousands of dollars annually.
Illinois quick hits: Low-income families to get full child support amount
Low-income families to get full child support amount The Department of Healthcare and Family Services has announced that all child support collected on behalf of Illinois’ low-income families with children who are current or former Temporary Assistance for Needy Families recipients will be passed through to the family and will no longer be retained by the state. As of July 1, any amount of child support that was collected and...
Big Discount Retailer Closes 3 Of Their 29 Illinois Stores
According to an SEC filing from last month, Big Lots, which was founded here in the Midwest (Columbus, Ohio) 50 years ago, said that they expect to close between 35 and 40 stores across the nation this year. They also said that they plan to open 3 new ones, but...
Out of the classroom and into the stream: How fish sampling teaches UW-Platteville biology students conservation
Biology students at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville stepped into chest waders and took to the water to conduct fish sampling. Fish sampling provides a straightforward method to assess fish populations or communities, particularly in their habitats. It’s part of a broader collaboration with Trout Unlimited, a national nonprofit organization that focuses on conserving, protecting and restoring America’s coldwater fisheries and watersheds.
Iowa Parents – Think Twice Before Posting Your Kids’ Back-to-School Photos
Very soon, kids across our neighborhoods will scramble out of bed, bleary-eyed but excited, well some of them. Others will be bleary-eyed and complain about getting up and how going to bed earlier wouldn’t help. Or, maybe that’s just me this morning. Backpacks will be filled with new supplies, breakfasts gulped down between last-minute shoe tying and tooth brushing, and jackets will be zipped up against the morning chill. Who are we kidding, jackets are zipped if you’re lucky. It’s not all that far away,
Sycamore restaurant will rev up engines the night before the city's annual car show
Sycamore will take the community back in time with its annual vintage showcase. A local restaurant is helping kick off the event by inviting the community to enjoy a cruise the night before. Dirty Bird, a chicken restaurant, will host its 2nd Annual Cruise Night. Participants will have a chance...
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