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River levels force Freight House Farmers’ Market to relocate
River levels have forced the Freight House Farmers’ Market to relocate again temporarily. It was crowded as vendors were set up in the parking lot of the Scott County Administrative Center on 4th St. in Davenport, especially since a lot of fresh produce is available. This is not the first time the market has had to move, so vendors try to take it in stride. The market will be back open Sunday, July 6 from 10 a.m. 2:00 p.m. The Freight House Farmers’ Market will stay in the Administrative Center parking lot until flood waters recede and the city can clean up the area.
Iowa Recruiting: Iose Epenesa will command impressive NIL value
No matter how poor the rankings may reflect the Iowa Hawkeyes 2025 recruiting class, in many ways, it won't matter if Kirk Ferentz and his staff can land Illinois edge rusher Iose Epenesa. Epenesa is a legacy player whose dad and brothers played for the Hawkeyes. Fittingly, he's the top...
Man injured in downtown Waterloo shooting
WATERLOO, Iowa (KGAN) — Waterloo police are searching for the shooter who injured a man and sent him to the hospital Sunday. Police said the victim was shot in the area of 4th Street and Lafayette. The Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier reports police said there was an argument in the...
Exceptionally heavy rainfall brings flash flooding in Franklin, Wright counties
(Radio Iowa) – Forecasters say parts of Wright and Franklin counties got up to a half-foot of rain overnight, bringing flash flooding to communities including Alexander, Clarion and Eagle Grove. Wright County Emergency Management Coordinator Jarika Beecher says many basements were flooded and many roads were impassible as municipal crews tried to keep up with the torrents.
Man Arrested For Threatening With A Cross Bow
A Dubuque man was arrested Friday after he allegedly pointed a loaded cross bow at the manager of the mobile home park where he was a former resident. 53-year old Paul Carter faces charges of assault while displaying a dangerous weapon and two other charges in the incident. Authorities say...
Community mourns loss of Village Theatre’s heart and soul, Matt Moody
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - The community is grieving the loss of Matt Moody, a dedicated and beloved figure at the Village Theatre. Described by many as the heart and soul of the theatre, Moody’s impact was felt deeply by all who knew him. “It’s like losing a close family...
Kinney Pioneer Museum holds “Ice Cream Day”
(ABC 6 News) – The Kinney Pioneer Museum and Historical Society held its annual “Ice Cream Day” filled with family fun, immersive learning experiences and (of course) plenty of ice cream. ABC 6 News reporter Alexander Schmidt brings us this report.
Food on the Move: Buenie Bottoms offers ‘great variety’ of comfort food
Owners: Erin and Kenny Potter. Products: Bar and comfort food, including burgers, nachos, loaded fries, chicken strips, cheese curds and more. Online: “Buenie Bottoms Grill and Market” on Facebook. Contact: (563) 599-5778. food on the move. The Telegraph Herald’s monthly Food on the Move series highlights food trucks...
The Sanctuary sets record straight on closing/rebranding rumors
A longtime Iowa City bar and restaurant is setting the record straight on rumors it was closing or rebranding as a sports bar. In recent weeks, rumors swirled on social media that The Sanctuary on South Gilbert Street would close and reopen as a sports bar. Some of those rumors even cited Iowa City area developer Tracy Barkalow…who many blame for shutting down the popular Magic Bus tailgate party when he bought its old location at 817 Melrose Avenue in 2010…as the new Sanctuary owner.
Antwun Echols children holds field day event in his honor
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - The children of Antwun Echols, a well-known quad city boxer, held Kid Dynamite Field Day. The field day is the first memorial event held in his honor following his passing in July 2023. The event took place at Herington Park in Davenport. Echols son, Daveion Clark...
Realistic expectations for Iowa football in 2024
Iowa football is coming off another typical season for them winning 10 games and making it to a respectable bowl game. The problem with this cycle they have fallen into is that they beat every team that they should but fail to pull off any big wins that would get them over the hump.
Iowa Football: Brady Quinn calls Kirk Ferentz's coaching ranking 'disrespectful'
DES MOINES, Iowa-- The Hawkeyes have been one of the most consistent teams in the country when it comes to winning football games. It isn't with a lot of style, but Kirk Ferentz has found the way to continue to raise his game as he gets older. Earlier this week, CBS Sports' Tom Fornelli released his Big Ten coaches power ranking. Ferentz checked in at No. 6.
Iowa Hawkeye Football Schedule Prep: Week 10 vs UCLA
The Iowa Hawkeyes won't make their first trip to the West Coast in the new-look Big Ten until Week 10 of the 2024 season. Waiting for them in Southern California will be the UCLA Bruins. This game will mark just the 10th meeting between the programs. UCLA holds the series...
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