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Brenna Brooks Named to GymHawks Coaching Staff
IOWA CITY, Iowa – Brenna Brooks has been named an assistant coach for the University of Iowa gymnastics team, head coach Jen Llewellyn announced Wednesday. “We are very excited to announce the addition of Brenna to our coaching staff,” said Llewellyn. “Brenna was a tremendous student athlete at Washington and in the Pac-12, and is a committed coach to serving the whole person. She brings with her a great deal of passion and enthusiasm for the sport and I am confident she will have a great impact on the program!” Brooks comes to Iowa from Seattle where she was an...
Iowa women’s basketball target Kate Harpring recognized among ESPN’s summer standouts
One of the names that has emerged on Iowa’s recruiting board is talented 2026 guard Kate Harpring. Harpring picked up an offer from Jan Jensen and the Iowa Hawkeyes earlier this week after a standout showing in the Select Events’ Midwest Summer Classic in Ohio. Harpring also turned some heads with ESPNW as well. ESPN’s Shane Laflin included Iowa target Kate Harpring among his five summer standouts thus far. Harpring has developed into an elite point guard in the past calendar year. Her competitiveness has always been a noticeable marker when she steps on the floor, but she has added consistent skill and game...
Charles City Community Fund Hosts Cornhole Fundraiser Saturday
Teams can still sign up for the Charles City Community Fund “Cornhole Tournament” Saturday (07.20) at the Floyd County Fair. The Community Fund’s Brian Fuller says, for a $20 entry fee, two-person teams will compete in a double elimination tournament with 100% full cash payout of team entry fees.
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.
Happy Joe’s Promotes Former Franchisee General Manager and 2022 Operator of the Year to New Franchise Business Consultant
Midwestern pizza brand vows to strengthen its commitment to franchisee support with the promotion of Haley Leuth. has named Haley Lueth as its newest Franchise Business Consultant. The popular iconic pizza brand plans to use this strategic hire to continue to provide exceptional support and guidance to its franchisees, enhancing their overall experience in Happy Joe’s “Best-in-Class” performance initiative.
Davenport Community Schools Stepping Stones Registration Opens Monday
Exciting News! Davenport Community School District’s Stepping Stones Registration for the 24-25 school year opens on Monday, July 22nd at 8:00 a.m.!. Registration is online only: Register at www.davenportschools.org/stepping-stones. For questions, call the Stepping Stones Office at: 563-528-0973. Don’t miss your chance to secure your student’s spot for this...
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...
City Of Charles City, FCMC to Exchange Land for Hospital, Housing Development
The wheels have been set in motion for the City of Charles City and Floyd County Medical Center (FCMC) to exchange land to aid housing development as well as hospital expansion. City Administrator Steve Diers laid out the plan to the City Council Monday that will facilitate the continued growth...
Self-Checkout Limits Continue To Rise At Walmart In Iowa
We all know the infamous 10 items or less lane in stores... well now we might be seeing those types of limits in the self-checkout lane in Walmart. This new change could be here sooner than you think. Everyone in Iowa loves to hate on Walmart, but this one might...
Miranda Qualifies for 124th U.S. Women’s Amateur
FRANKLIN, Tenn. – Rising University of Iowa senior Paula Miranda fired a three-under par 67 on Thursday during a qualifying event at the Franklin Bridge Golf Club to finish as the individual runner-up to earn a spot in the 2024 U.S. Women’s Amateur for the first time in her career.
Big DOT road projects coming in central Iowa
AMES, Iowa — Summer construction season has road crews working hard. In central Iowa there are four huge projects waiting to be done. “Right now, central Iowa has a lot of construction going on and and it’s just going to increase from year to year and in the coming years in the metro area,” said […]
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