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John Deere cuts DEI programs, will no longer join 'social or cultural awareness parades'
John Deere, one of Iowa's largest employers, announced this week it is scaling back a series of diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. In a statement released on Tuesday, the farm equipment manufacturer said it would be eliminating or changing multiple internal policies and initiatives, adding that “our customers’ trust and confidence in us are of the utmost importance to everyone at John Deere.”
Eastern Iowa laborers slam state amid battle over relaxed child labor regulations
Eastern Iowa laborers are disappointed with the state's lobbying for looser child labor restrictions. At a roundtable hosted at the IBEW 405 Union Hall in Cedar Rapids on Tuesday night, representatives from the Cedar Rapids and Iowa City area labor federations gathered to share the history of child labor restrictions and to recount...
Two Iowa ag cooperatives will swap locations, but say farmers will see no change in service
Two Iowa agricultural cooperatives are swapping locations, but the businesses said Wednesday the move won’t impact services to farmers. AgVantage FS, based in Waverly, says it’s buying Nexus Cooperative’s agronomy assets in Elgin, Lamont and Randalia, all of which are in northeast Iowa. Charles City-based Nexus says...
Iowa high school state softball tournament: Predicting the champions in each class
It's put up or shut up time, folks. The state softball tournament will be held July 22-26 in Fort Dodge, where five champions will be crowned. Ankeny Centennial (5A), Winterset (4A), Williamsburg (3A), Regina Catholic (2A) and North Linn (1A) walked away with titles last year. In our predictions, we...
‘Rebuild Downtown Rock Island’ businesses impact
ROCK ISLAND, Ill. (KWQC) - Earlier this year, a groundbreaking ceremony was held to mark the beginning of some big changes coming to Downtown Rock Island. Three months later, businesses remain the heart of the downtown area but are in flux as traffic barriers and road closures are leading to decline in sales.
Virdi Eye Clinic gives free glasses and eye exams for Kids’ Day event
Virdi Eye Clinic in Rock Island hosted a Kids’ Day on Thursday. Kids came to the clinic for a free exam and, if they needed them, a free pair of glasses. They got to select their favorite frames from a plethora of choices. The clinic teamed up with the...
Walter Wick: Hidden Wonders exhibition at the Figge
During this summer, the Figge Art Museum will be hosting the Walter Wick: Hidden Wonders exhibition. The traveling collection is an in-depth look at Wick's work, including the photos behind I Spy, landscape photography, and studio photography. The photos follow different themes including Miniature Worlds, I Spy Games, Floor Games,...
Food Truck Fight moves to East Moline this weekend
EAST MOLINE, Ill. (KWQC) -The Food Truck Fight is returning to the Quad Cities, but not to downtown Bettendorf this summer. The food truck competition is set to takeover the Rust Belt in East Moline from noon to 8 p.m. on Saturday, July 20. The event is expected to feature around 20 food trucks, games and live music.
Alternating Currents announces lineup for downtown Rock Island
ROCK ISLAND, Ill. (KWQC) - Rock Island is hosting Alternating Currents for the fourth consecutive year. From Aug. 15 through Aug. 18, downtown Rock Island will be filled with arts and entertainment for all ages. According to a media release, the event kicks off Aug. 15 with new murals in...
Davenport woman sentenced for assault with scissors
A 57-year-old Davenport woman was sentenced to prison Thursday after she pleaded guilty in connection with theft of a cell phone and a threat with scissors. Debra Miller pleaded guilty to a charge of first-degree theft and a charge of assault while displaying a dangerous weapon. She appeared in court with her attorney and was sentenced to up to 10 years for the theft charge and up to two years for the assault charge.
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