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La Motte, IA · Lifestyle

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This Middle-Of-Nowhere Eatery In Iowa Serves A Fish Fry Absolutely Worth The Drive

One corner of this restaurant’s original building sits eight inches higher than the other. Locals even gave the lopsided little structure a nickname. That alone earns it a spot on my list. The tilt is only the opening act. The place started as a catfish pond on a family...

Iowa · 3d

94.1 KRNA

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She's Got the Voice, Now She Needs Iowa's Votes!

A Cascade, IA teenager has a shot at singing on one of Nashville's most legendary stages. Find out how you can help Sarah Boyle get there!

Cascade, IA · 1d

The Coconut Mama

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Gone now: The 3 most beloved Iowa restaurants that recently closed

Iowa’s restaurant landscape has changed again after another wave of local closures earlier this year. Three very different independent dining rooms recently reached the end of regular service, taking with…

Davenport, IA · 15h

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12 Iowa Meat Markets Where Families Stock Their Freezers With Bulk Deals

There’s a particular kind of disappointment that comes with opening the freezer at dinnertime and finding little more than ice cubes and a forgotten bag of peas. I’ve had enough of those moments to understand why stocking up on meat sounds so appealing. Fortunately, Iowa has plenty of...

Iowa · 13d

Local 4 WHBF

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National Sandwich Day freebies and deals: Subway, Jersey Mike’s and more

Lettuce celebrate the return of National Sandwich Day on Nov. 3.

Davenport, IA · 3d

KFIL Radio

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Veterans Can Eat For Free On Sunday In Davenport

And in addition, if you donate $20 to a great cause, you get $20 in free play.

Davenport, IA · 1d

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4 Things Bald Eagles Do on the Mississippi Every Winter That Iowans Rarely See

On mild winter days, bald eagles stand right on the Mississippi’s ice at Bellevue, pecking at fish. Iowans who drive past the river rarely stop to watch what else they’re doing. Here are the things bald eagles do on the Mississippi every winter. 1. Crowding Below the Dams.

Iowa · 1d

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Galena’s Main Street Hides 7 Old Taverns And Cafes That Feel Frozen In The 1800s

Galena, Illinois, looks a lot like it did when steamboats still crowded the river and brick storefronts were brand new. Walk down Main Street today and you will find coffee shops, breakfast counters, and old-school taverns tucked inside buildings from the 1800s. This list covers seven of them, from a...

Galena, IL · 1d

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Biz Buzz: New owners rebrand Platteville pet food, grooming business; Peosta healthcare service plans expansion; gaming store opens location in Dubuque

Do you have a story idea or update to share about a local business? Ideas can be shared with reporter Thomas Gleason at [email protected] or 563-588-5647. Biz Buzz shares business tidbits from the tri-state area. This edition highlights businesses in Platteville, Wis.; Peosta, Iowa; and Dubuque. A husband-and-wife duo...

Platteville, WI · 1d

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Freight House Farmers Market hosts annual Fall Harvest Fest this weekend in Davenport

DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - The Freight House in Davenport is hosting its annual Fall Harvest Fest this weekend. In addition to local produce and baked goods at the farmers market, the event will have a hay bale maze, a petting zoo and live music. The Fall Harvest Fest is 10...

Davenport, IA · 1d

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MercyOne Genesis Remembrance Tree Lighting honors lost loved ones

The MercyOne Genesis Hospice Remembrance Tree lighting has been a community tradition for 20 years, ushering in the holiday season while honoring the memories of loved ones who have died. The event also highlights the area’s ongoing need for access to quality hospice care. This year’s tree lighting will be on Monday, November 9, at […]

Bettendorf, IA · 1d

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Blue Oyster Cult Dropping Musical Pearls At Davenport’s Rhythm City Friday

Blue Öyster Cult is coming to Rhythm City Casino Friday November 6 at 8 PM! Tickets are $39.10, $49.80, $55.15, $60.50 and $71.20, this includes tax and an online/phone ticketing fee. The online/phone ticketing fee is waived when you purchase tickets at The Market Gift Shop inside Rhythm City Casino Resort.

Davenport, IA · 1d

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Honor veterans, enjoy music and shop early for the holidays | Dani's Weekend Rundown for Nov. 5-8

Help a great cause. Do some early holiday shopping. Relax with your favorite area musicians. Learn something new about the Quad Cities area. There's plenty to do this weekend. Find it all and more in Dani's Weekend rundown. Have an event you want featured in Dani's Weekend Rundown? Let us...

Iowa City, IA · 1d

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Dress for Success QC hosts annual Recycle the Runway

Dress for Success Quad Cities again invites the community to enjoy an evening where fashion meets purpose at its annual Recycle the Runway. The fashion fundraiser – where repurposed clothing and materials take center stage – will start at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at CASI, at 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport.

Davenport, IA · 1d

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9 Iowa Restaurants Offering Thanksgiving Buffets With All The Holiday Favorites

I love Thanksgiving dinner, but the mountain of dishes afterward usually makes me question some of my holiday decisions. And don’t even get me started on trying to fit everything into the oven at the same time. That’s why the idea of celebrating Thanksgiving at an Iowa restaurant sounds...

Davenport, IA · 4d

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Great Dane crew helps remove Kewanee murals, temporarily

Two of Kewanee’s downtown murals are disappearing. But don’t worry. Their absence will only be temporary. The murals on the building at Third and Main streets that houses Coco’s coffee shop were taken down on Monday. One of them features the Black Knights Drum and Bugle Corps that once called Kewanee home, and the other honors legendary motorcycle racer and Kewanee native Roger Reiman.

Kewanee, IL · 3d

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Owl Prowl, Christmas on the Farm among things to do around Galesburg

The weekend brings Christmas on the Farm and an Owl Prowl, along with fundraisers, live music and more to the Galesburg area. Nature at Night: Owl Prowl What: Owls are active at dusk, so you may see an owl or two. Get tips about how to spot these silent hunters. Please wear dark, non-reflective clothing. A small flashlight can be brought for walking the trails, but it may disturb any owls. No flash photography allowed when on the prowl. Warm up after your adventure with hot chocolate. When: 4:30-6 p.m. Nov. 6 Where: Lakeside Nature Center, 1033 S. Lake Storey Road, Galesburg Cost: $5 per person; $15 per family Breast Cancer Benefit What: Come for an evening of music and support for Dana Wingo. Katelynn’s Crooked Cowboys perform from 7–10 p.m. Help the band dress in pink. There will be a silent auction, a guitar raffle and a 50/50 raffle plus food for purchase. For $10 a plate, you can enjoy pulled pork, baked beans and chips. This is an all-ages event. When: 6-11 p.m. Nov. 6 Where: Harley’s Pub, 2243 Grand Ave., Galesburg Mirza Residency Concert What: The 14th annual Jerome Mirza Jazz Residency culminates in a concert featuring

Galesburg, IL · 1d

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New 5th Avenue Flea Market Opening This Week In Moline

5th Avenue Flea Market is having its grand opening this Thursday at 1405 5th Avenue in Moline!. Be the first to see the QC’s newest place to thrift, with two floors and over 50 vendor booths. Join us from 3:00-8:00 on Thursday, November 5th!. Get more information here. Sean...

Moline, IL · 2d

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Dish & Tell: Blue Collar Bagels

ROCK ISLAND, Ill. (KWQC) -Quad Cities Live continues its exciting, regular feature called “Dish & Tell” brought to you by Performance Food Services. Throughout the series, Jon Vance, Performance Foodservice Corporate Chef and Culinary Consultant, will guide viewers through some of the Quad Cities’ most delicious eating establishments while highlighting the special menu offerings offered at each stop.

Rock Island, IL · 1d

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Farmers National Bank Announces Staff Halloween Contest Winners

The votes are in for Farmers National Bank's Halloween costume contest and employee pumpkin contest, with the winners each choosing a charity for FNB to donate $100 to on their behalf. Pumpkin Winners:. Morrison Office: Slash decorated by Marlo Pape. Marlo has chosen to donate to St. Jude. Geneseo Office:...

Geneseo, IL · 13h