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Accident causing delays at 16th Street, Avenue of the Cities intersection in Moline
MOLINE, Ill. — Moline commuters should expect delays at the intersection of 16th Street and Avenue of the Cities on Tuesday. According to city officials, the stoplights for all directions will be flashing red, which essentially turns the intersection into a four-way stop. Officials say it's due to a vehicle accident.
Bettendorf roundabout to close temporarily
Beginning Wednesday, the roundabout at Middle Road and Competition Drive will be closed to all traffic as crews complete street-scaping, landscaping, and permanent pavement markings that can’t be done under live traffic, a news release says. To ensure the safety of the traveling public and the construction workers onsite,...
Moline house fire displaces 2 people, 3 pets
MOLINE, Ill. — Two people and three pets have been displaced following a house fire early Tuesday morning in Moline, officials say. On Tuesday, May 7, around 5:45 a.m., the Moline Fire Department responded to the 700 block of 43rd Avenue after receiving a report about smoke inside the residence.
Davenport truck driver inducted into the National Private Truck Council (NPTC) Driver Hall of Fame
DAVENPORT, Iowa — Davenport's Stuart Shuck, a truck driver for CPC logistics, has been inducted into the National Private Truck Council (NPTC) Driver Hall of Fame at NPTC's Annual Education Management Conference & Exhibition in Orlando, Florida, from April 21-23. “I was surprised to find out that I was being honored in this way,” Shuck said. “It’s a big deal, but to me, it means that I am doing my job, and I am doing it right.”
New Rock Island-Milan School District superintendent shares her vision for the future
ROCK ISLAND, Ill. — On Tuesday, May 7, community members got their first chance to meet new Rock Island-Milan School District Superintendent Dr. Sharon Williams. "I think it's important for us to get to know each other," Dr. Williams said. After the district parted ways with former superintendent Dr....
Bass Street Landing Summer Concert Series returns in May
MOLINE, Ill. (KWQC) - Fans of live music and outdoor events will have something fun to look forward to this summer as the downtown Moline music season begins on Thursday, May 16, according to Renew Moline officials. The Bass Street Landing Summer Concert Series will kick off the first of...
Rob Wolfe of American Pickers and Jordan Richmond of Richmond Auctions Announce Second Annual Bettendorf Americana
BETTENDORF, Iowa--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 7, 2024-- Rob Wolfe of American Pickers and Jordan Richmond of Richmond Auctions today announced plans for the Second Annual, “Bettendorf Americana,” a vintage car, antique show and auction to be held August 1-3 in Bettendorf, Iowa. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240507378779/en/ “I wanted to create a heritage event that would bring car and antique enthusiasts from around the globe to connect them to our region.” Rob Wolfe, American Pickers, 30+ years in the Antique business
Amusement park opens at Modern Woodman, free rides during Wednesday game
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) -The Quad Cities River Bandits are excited to announce that the amusement park at Modern Woodman Park is open. Dave Heller, President and CEO of Main Street Baseball, highlights the importance of the delightful amenity to the ballpark--including the addition of new rides--and how families can enjoy it throughout the season.
Davenport Schools aim to enhance district with long-range facilities plan amid declining enrollment
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - After conducting multiple studies of the district’s facilities and enrollment, as well as surveys in the community, Davenport Schools is working through phase one of the planning committee’s long-range facilities plan. So far this has included closing three elementary schools to align building capacity...
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