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City of Dubuque seeking public input for Central Ave. and White St.
DUBUQUE, Iowa (KCRG) - The City of Dubuque is asking for the public’s opinion in order to determine street design concepts for Central Ave. and White St. Officials say the input gathered through speaking to residents and through this online survey found here will be used to determine the preferred design concept. The survey outlines the pros and cons of each option and asks which design concept is preferred for Central Ave. and which design concept is preferred for White St.
Volunteers sought for riverfront flood cleanup day
The United Way of Muscatine is partnering with the City of Muscatine to host a one-day event to clean up the riverfront from the flood. Volunteers will meet at the Riverview Center (two-story red brick building at the Cedar Street entrance to Riverside Park) at 8 a.m. on August 6.
Davenport filmmaker’s newest movie includes ‘Facts of Life’ actress
It’s a fact of life: Award-winning Davenport filmmaker Stephen Folker just wrapped a movie based on the book “My Heart Remembers.”. And among its stars is a face familiar to fans of a long-running television sitcom. Folker was hired to direct and film (cinematographer) after Melinda Myers, one...
Help Eastern Iowa Kids by Buying a Blizzard from Dairy Queen
I know that every day is a great day for ice cream, but this Thursday is especially good. 2024's Miracle Treat Day is coming up on July 25th!. Miracle Treat Day is the best day of the year to head to a local Dairy Queen and order your favorite Blizzard. Why? Well, the official press release reads:
Save The Date For The Bettendorf Community Expo August 24
Save the date for the 2024 Bett Community Expo on Thurs., Aug. 24! Discover exciting community opportunities for your family, enjoy the BHS StuCo Makers’ Market and Food Truck Fest, gear up with your favorite Bulldog merch. Sign up to host a display – https://bit.ly/3S50BkZ. Sean Leary is...
Muscatine Chamber gears up for Golf & Fun Day this August; Registration ongoing
We are ONE month way from our Chamber Golf & Fun Day! To ensure we have the correct numbers, sign up as soon as possible for an individual team or sponsorship!. We invite our members to join us for a day of fun this summer! Enjoy a grab & go lunch, 4-person scramble golf tournament, tee gifts, drinks, hors d’oeuvres & FUN! Not a golfer? No problem! Spend the day at the pool! Spots are limited!
Pickleball and tennis courts open at Mercer Park in Iowa City
IOWA CITY, Iowa (Iowa's News Now) — The pickleball and tennis courts at Mercer Park are now open in Iowa City. The recent renovations include the installation of a new foundation within the original footprint, containing nine pickleball courts and two tennis courts. If the pickleball courts are full,...
'They gave me a chance' | Quad City tree company removes falling tree, for free
DAVENPORT, Iowa — It was a blessing in action as Kevin Cross woke up on Sunday morning to a local tree company taking care of the massive problem in his backyard. Squirrel's Tree Care, out of Rock Island, spent the morning cutting, bracing, sawing and removing a massive tree that had partially toppled in Cross's backyard. And they did it all, for free.
Hawkeyes picked to finish 5th in Big Ten preseason media poll
The Iowa Hawkeyes are picked to finish fifth place in the Big Ten this upcoming football season, according to Cleveland.com's annual Big Ten preseason media poll. Ohio State is the media's top team, followed closely by Oregon. Penn State, Michigan and Iowa round out the top five. Voters were asked...
Panther football lands 11 on 2024 Preseason All-MVFC lists
ST. LOUIS — The Missouri Valley Football Conference (MVFC) revealed its annual Preseason All-MVFC Teams and preseason poll on Monday afternoon, as voted on by the league's head coaches, sports information directors and media. Heading into the 2024 season, 11 Panthers picked up preseason all-conference recognition as the team...
Iowa Man Found Guilty Of Murder Doesn't Acknowledge Verdict
(Dubuque, IA) -- A Dubuque County man convicted of murder still refuses to acknowledge the outcome of his trial. A jury found Tyler Dazey of Dubuque guilty of the first-degree murder of his mother Jen after just two hours of deliberation on Friday. Dazey suggested in a letter to the...
Durant softball star Allison Toft wins Spotlight Athlete of the Week
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - Durant freshman Allison Toft was voted TV6 Spotlight Athlete of the Week after leading the Wildcats in ERA, strikeouts, hits, RBI and batting average this season. “She’s an elite athlete. Volleyball, softball, being a freshman she probably has the maturity of a senior she everything she...
Biz Buzz Monday: Galena boutique opens Dyersville location
Do you have an interesting story idea or news tip to share about a local business? Ideas can be shared with business reporter Grace Nieland at grace.nieland@thmedia.com or 563-588-5647. Biz Buzz shares business tidbits from the tri-states. In addition to this update from Dyersville, Iowa, we will share additional developments...
Crash in southern Minnesota injures Mason City woman
FARIBAULT COUNTY, Minn. – A North Iowa woman was hurt in a southern Minnesota auto accident on Sunday. It happened around 2:49 pm in Faribault County. The Minnesota State Patrol says Margaret Linda Hastings, 76 of Mason City, IA, was driving a 2017 Toyota Camry west on Interstate 90 when she lost control between mile markers 114 and 115 and went into the median.
North Iowa Fair concludes on Sunday
“A World of Wows” was the theme for the 2024 edition of the fair, held annually in Mason City at the North Iowa Events Center and Fairgrounds. Hundreds of exhibits from local 4-H participants and others were highlighted at the fair; from static displays and visual art to living, breathing animals of every sort.
Boil order issued for people living in Alburnett
ALBURNETT, Iowa — Leaders have issued a boil order for everyone in Alburnett as a precautionary measure. The city says they discovered discoloration in one of their wells. They have since switched to another well and are now flushing the system. They are issuing the boil order "out of...
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