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United Way kicks off ‘Write Start’ school supply drive
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - United Way Quad Cities launched it’s ‘Write Start Quad Cities’ school supply drive to help kids succeed in the classroom. According to a release, United Way is asking neighbors across the Quad Cities to help provide 5,000 local students with school supplies. “When...
‘I left my cart,’ says Walmart shopper as they ditched $50 of groceries after being forced to use self-checkout
A WALMART shopper couldn’t hide her frustration as she abandoned her cart while waiting in line. The furious customer walked out after reportedly being told she had no option to use the self-checkout. Sharon Ackerman was apoplectic with rage following a trip to a store in Dubuque, Iowa –...
‘It’s been a whirlwind’: Local shelter continues to care for animals seized by authorities last month
MUSCATINE, Iowa (KWQC) - A Muscatine woman has been formally charged with 67 counts of animal neglect, including the death of six animals. The Muscatine County Sheriff’s Office seized the animals from Kelly Adams, 44, last month. And the animals have been housed at a Muscatine animal shelter named It Takes a Village Animal Rescue and Resources (ITAVARR) ever since.
Surveillance images capture break-ins at pharmacies in IL and MO
Three suspects were caught on surveillance cameras breaking into Comprehensive Care Pharmacy in Breese, Illinois, for the second time in 13 months, and other independent pharmacies in the area were also targeted in a string of break-ins.
Ice, ice, base- Vanilla Ice and Rob Base coming to Rhythm City Casino
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - “It Takes Two” artists to bring this hip-hop show to Rhythm City Casino later this summer. Vanilla Ice and Rob Base are coming to Rhythm City to perform in the Event Center on Sept. 13 at 8 p.m., according to promoters. Tickets will be available online at rhythmcitycasino.com or at The Market at Rhythm City for $60, $70, $80, $90, and $100 plus including applicable online / phone ticketing fee.
2 hazardous waste collections planned for October in the stateline
(WIFR) - This fall, two hazardous waste collections will be held in the stateline, giving area communities the chance to safely dispose of unused or leftover hazardous household products. The one-day collections are open 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. on:. Saturday, October 12, at Ogle County Solid Waste Management Department,...
‘Baseball is fun’: Rock Island-Milan Little League advances to state for first time in 20 years
For the Rock Island-Milan 11 U little league baseball team, playing their favorite sport is all about fun. “I just have so much love for the sport man. It’s all about the lesson. You never go home with the loss, it’s either a win or a lesson,” A.J. Nunn said. “The game is everything to […]
The Fudge Shoppe in Raritan Township, NJ looks to get a lot bigger
There might just be Oompa Loompas. There might just be fizzy lifting drinks involved. When the expansion happens there might just be a Willy Wonka situation on our hands. In the land of Raritan Township stands a reddish brown barn-like fortress of wondrous chocolates and sweets called The Fudge Shoppe. It has been there for well over half a century.
STEAM on Wheels looks to open home base location in the future
ROCK ISLAND, Ill (KWQC) - Sam McCullum is the man behind STEAM on Wheels, a volunteer-based non-profit where science, tech, engineering, and math meet with art to form a unique experience that enriches children and helps them learn concepts in a joyful environment. While in college, McCullum was a graduate...
Family and firefighters reflect on fire at auto sale business
MAQUOKETA, Iowa (KWQC) - Nugent’s Auto Sales & Salvage is working to recover from a fire that broke-out over the weekend, and on the night of the fire an event was taking place where a separate fire happened 15 years ago, destroying much of the downtown. Nugent’s Auto 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...
‘This was not a priority and now it is’: QC nonprofit reacts to Davenport’s quest to change building codes
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - After the tragic building collapse in Davenport last year, that claimed three lives and displaced many others, city officials are looking to make changes to their building and inspection codes. The City of Davenport held a meeting Tuesday to hear a presentation from an outside firm...
Kennedy beats North Scott and heads to state, Liberty’s season ends in extra-innings substate final
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Grant Mather pitched all seven innings, mowing through North Scott batters and leading Kennedy to a substate final victory in Cedar Rapids. After the 5-1 win, the Cougars’ next stop is just a few minutes down the road at Veterans Memorial Stadium for the state tournament.
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