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All rights reservedhttp://www.wvik.org/Augustana College - WVIK Augustana Public Radio, Rock Island, ILen-usSun, 19 May 2013 19:54:47 -0500Sun, 19 May 2013 19:54:47 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/augustana-myanmar-graduate.htmlThis weekend, Augustana College's first international student from Myanmar will walk across the stage to receive his diploma.Fri, 17 May 2013 13:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/augustana-myanmar-graduate.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/midwest-week-51713.htmlQC Times reporter Dan Angell talks about the Mallards' season.Fri, 17 May 2013 12:15:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/midwest-week-51713.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/altar-crawl-in-davenport.htmlHilltop Campus Village sponsors its first "altar crawl."Fri, 17 May 2013 11:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/altar-crawl-in-davenport.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/iowa-dreamers-drivers-licenses.htmlWhile undocumented residents of Illinois wait until next Fall to start getting drivers licenses, hundreds of Iowa immigrants have already received theirs.Thu, 16 May 2013 13:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/iowa-dreamers-drivers-licenses.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/bioblitz.htmlEnvironmental groups are looking for volunteers to help them find out if there are any endangered species in this area.Thu, 16 May 2013 12:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/bioblitz.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/monmouth-college-new-theater.htmlAn old downtown building will be renovated this summer.Wed, 15 May 2013 16:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/monmouth-college-new-theater.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/deere-2nd-quarter-earnings.htmlDeere & Company set another earnings record in the second quarter, and this time it's an all-time high for any quarter. Deere says net income totalled nearly 1.08 billion dollars for February, March, and April, or $2.76 per share, compared to $2.61 a year ago.Wed, 15 May 2013 13:15:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/deere-2nd-quarter-earnings.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/new-rescue-boat.htmlMoline police and fire departments are learning how to use a new resue boat.Tue, 14 May 2013 13:15:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/new-rescue-boat.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/central-high-school-workshops.htmlPlanning is underway for 2 major additions to Central High School in DavenportTue, 14 May 2013 08:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/central-high-school-workshops.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/wooten-day-in-rock-island.htmlThursday May 16 will be J. Donald Wooten Day in Rock Island.Mon, 13 May 2013 19:45:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/wooten-day-in-rock-island.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/new-ri-county-gop-chairman.htmlMike Steffen will replace Suzie Carpentier as party chairmanMon, 13 May 2013 15:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/new-ri-county-gop-chairman.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/midamerican-rate-hike-request.htmlLater this week the company will file a request affecting electric customers in Iowa.Mon, 13 May 2013 14:15:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/midamerican-rate-hike-request.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/ri-council---audubon-school.htmlShould the vacant school be preserved as a historic landmark ?Mon, 13 May 2013 11:45:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/ri-council---audubon-school.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/midwest-week-051013.htmlWBEZ Chicago Public Radio reporter Alex Keefe talks about his recent series about gun owners and their view of the national debate.Fri, 10 May 2013 15:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/midwest-week-051013.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/water-rate-hike-takes-effect.htmlToday the Iowa American Water Company implemented an interim rate increase.Fri, 10 May 2013 14:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/water-rate-hike-takes-effect.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/new-performing-arts-and-student-center.htmlU of Dubuque celebrates the completion of the Heritage Center.Fri, 10 May 2013 09:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/new-performing-arts-and-student-center.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/branding-research-for-the-qccvb.htmlA look at how local residents and tourists rate the Quad Cities.Thu, 09 May 2013 17:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/branding-research-for-the-qccvb.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/bustos-bill-on-pell-grants.htmlHer bill would allow students to use Pell Grants for college all year, not just fall and springThu, 09 May 2013 14:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/bustos-bill-on-pell-grants.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/iowa-anime-convention.htmlTheir enthusiasm for Japanese animation brought hundreds of people to the Quad Cities last weekend for Anime-zing!Wed, 08 May 2013 11:15:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/iowa-anime-convention.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/revised-davenport-casino-plan.htmlThe new plan is for a privately owned casino, along I-80.Tue, 07 May 2013 17:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/revised-davenport-casino-plan.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/election-test-in-scott-county.htmlA new way to check in voters at the polls will be tested Tuesday in Dixon, Iowa.Mon, 06 May 2013 14:45:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/election-test-in-scott-county.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/credit-island-fire-damage.htmlA look at the damage, one day after a fire at the Credit Island LodgeFri, 03 May 2013 16:15:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/credit-island-fire-damage.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/midwest-week-5313.htmlQC Times reporter Steven Martens talks about his series on how local school are trying to improve students' reading skills.Fri, 03 May 2013 13:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/midwest-week-5313.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/mobile-vet-center.htmlThe U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is trying to help more veterans by going directly to them.Fri, 03 May 2013 11:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/mobile-vet-center.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/manor-homes-redevelopment.htmlPermission received for the Rock Island Housing Authority to demolish Manor Homes, and replace with single family homes and duplexes.Thu, 02 May 2013 17:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/manor-homes-redevelopment.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/credit-island-lodge-fire-(update).htmlFire extensively damaged the lodge just 3 years after the city renovated it.Thu, 02 May 2013 13:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/credit-island-lodge-fire-(update).htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/davenport-credit-island-lodge-fire.htmlFire has damaged a historic building in Davenport. The lodge on Credit Island is smoldering with smoke billowing from the property, and firefighters are still spraying water on it to make sure it's out.Thu, 02 May 2013 10:45:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/davenport-credit-island-lodge-fire.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/qc-arts-wins-nea-grant.htmlThe money will help support the 2013-14 Visiting Artist Series.Wed, 01 May 2013 15:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/qc-arts-wins-nea-grant.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/davenport-water-plant---flood-wall-update.htmlAfter a two week flood delay, construction workers have resumed building permanent flood protection for the Iowa American Water treatment plant in Davenport. Construction of the concrete flood wall began about one-and-a-half years ago.Wed, 01 May 2013 14:15:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/davenport-water-plant---flood-wall-update.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/ia-american-water-rate-hike-request.htmlThe company asks for a 19.4 % rate hike.Tue, 30 Apr 2013 17:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/ia-american-water-rate-hike-request.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/flooding-and-public-health.htmlHealth department advice for flood victims.Mon, 29 Apr 2013 14:45:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/flooding-and-public-health.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/qcinterfaith-and-il-dot.htmlLocal congregations want to help minorities, women, and low income residents learn the skills they need to get good jobs in tranportation. Tonight, Quad Cities Interfaith will host a meeting with Ann Schneider, Secretary of the Illinois Department of Transportation.Mon, 29 Apr 2013 13:45:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/qcinterfaith-and-il-dot.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/police-memorial.htmlOfficers who died in the line of duty will be honored this weekend.Fri, 26 Apr 2013 17:45:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/police-memorial.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/humane-society-groundbreaking.htmlThe Henry County Humane Society-Geneseo is building a larger shelter.Fri, 26 Apr 2013 13:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/humane-society-groundbreaking.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/wiu-riverfront-expansion.htmlMore detailed plans were presented Wednesday for the new addition to the Western Illinois University Riverfront campus in Moline.Thu, 25 Apr 2013 11:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/wiu-riverfront-expansion.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/st-ambrose-economic-impact.htmlA new economic impact study shows it contributes hundreds of jobs and millions of dollars in business spending. Mike Poster, V.P. for Finance, says St. Ambrose hired a Des Moines company to help identify what the school, 600 employees, and 3,600 students add to the Quad Cities economy.Wed, 24 Apr 2013 15:15:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/st-ambrose-economic-impact.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/off-air-tonight.htmlWVIK will be off the air beginning at 7 pm for transmitter work.Wed, 24 Apr 2013 15:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/off-air-tonight.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/audubon-school-in-ri.htmlShould the the 90 year old school be designated a city landmark ?Wed, 24 Apr 2013 13:45:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/audubon-school-in-ri.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/rock-island-county-flood-preparation.htmlRock Island County is getting ready to help cities, towns, and villages fight high water on the Mississippi and Rock rivers. Board Chairman, Phil Banaszek, has declared an official emergency, and employees are coordinating their efforts with the Rock Island County Emergency Management Agency.Thu, 18 Apr 2013 15:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/rock-island-county-flood-preparation.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/rising-rivers.htmlHeavy rainfall is pushing up the levels of area rivers.Wed, 17 Apr 2013 18:15:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/rising-rivers.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/qc-airport-delta-mainline.htmlThis summer, Delta Air Lines will offer passengers a daily flight on a newer, bigger jet at the Quad City Airport. Today, Director of Aviation, Bruce Carter, announced it will be the first time in the airport's history that Delta flies a mainline jet here, instead of smaller regional planes.Tue, 16 Apr 2013 14:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/qc-airport-delta-mainline.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/federal-cuts-and-arsenal-island-.htmlDefense department furloughs on Arsenal Island this spring will cost about 4,000 civilian employees two weeks pay, but soldiers around the world won't notice any difference in the supply chain. That's according to Kathy Szymanskee, Chief Counsel for the Army Sustainment Command, and other defense agencies.Tue, 16 Apr 2013 13:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/federal-cuts-and-arsenal-island-.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/galesburg-high-school-groundbreaking.htmlA multi-million dollar renovation project at Galesburg High School kicked off on Friday. Phase one of the project includes construction of a new sports facility slated to begin next month. Superintendent Bart Arthur says physical education is important for students' mental and physical health.Mon, 15 Apr 2013 15:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/galesburg-high-school-groundbreaking.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/eicc-tuition.htmlTonight trustees will discuss raising tuition for next fall.Mon, 15 Apr 2013 11:45:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/eicc-tuition.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/midwest-week---the-qcs-forgotten-prison.htmlQC Times features writer Alma Gaul talks about the prison for Dakota Indians in Davenport in the 1860's.Fri, 12 Apr 2013 15:15:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/midwest-week---the-qcs-forgotten-prison.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/lincoln-laureates-for-2013.htmlThe Order of Lincoln will be presented this weekend to six people with ties to the Quad Cities.Thu, 11 Apr 2013 14:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/lincoln-laureates-for-2013.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/americas-music-quad-cities.htmlA six week celebration of American music kicks off today in the Quad Cities.Thu, 11 Apr 2013 11:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/americas-music-quad-cities.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/cordova-refuel-outage.htmlBoth reactors at the Cordova nuclear plant are back in full operation after one was shut down for a month.Wed, 10 Apr 2013 19:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/cordova-refuel-outage.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/new-wqpt-general-manager.htmlLater this month, Mary Pruess will take over at the QC public television station.Wed, 10 Apr 2013 15:15:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/new-wqpt-general-manager.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/ri-county-referendum-fails.htmlVoters turned an attempt to expand the authority of the public building commissionTue, 09 Apr 2013 22:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/ri-county-referendum-fails.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/ri-election-results.htmlMayor re-elected along with two new members of the city councilTue, 09 Apr 2013 22:15:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/ri-election-results.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/birdies-for-charity-2013.htmlHundreds of nonprofits in northwestern Illinois and eastern Iowa are getting ready for a big fundraiser. Tuesday morning, the John Deere Classic kicked-off its 2013 Birdies for Charity campaign.Tue, 09 Apr 2013 12:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/birdies-for-charity-2013.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/rock-island-co-pbc-referendum.htmlIn tomorrow's election, Rock Island County voters will decide whether to expand the power of the Public Building Commission. Currently it only has authority over the jail and justice center.Mon, 08 Apr 2013 13:15:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/rock-island-co-pbc-referendum.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/alcoa-eaglets-names.htmlWe don't know what Liberty and Justice think, but online viewers have chosen "Glory" and "Honor" for the names of their two eaglets.Mon, 08 Apr 2013 11:45:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/alcoa-eaglets-names.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/bustos-visits-community-colleges.htmlShe wanted to find out how Congress can help support the colleges and job creation.Fri, 05 Apr 2013 13:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/bustos-visits-community-colleges.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/durbin-on-defense-cuts.htmlDespite military budget cuts and sequestration, the commanding general of the Army Sustainment Command plans to make sure soldiers continue to have everything they need. This morning (wed) on Arsenal Island, Brigadier General John Wharton told Illinois US Senator Dick Durbin what the command needs to be prepared for war even during peacetime.Thu, 04 Apr 2013 14:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/durbin-on-defense-cuts.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/illinois-river-otter-.htmlThe first trapping season in more than 80 years for river otters just finished up this week. The once endanged species has since seen a population boom.Thu, 04 Apr 2013 11:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/illinois-river-otter-.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/baseball-is-back.htmlThe new season begins Thursday for the Midwest League and QC River Bandits.Wed, 03 Apr 2013 18:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/baseball-is-back.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/illinois-arts-conference.htmlFor the first time, the Quad Cities will host an Illinois state conference to celebrate the arts.Wed, 03 Apr 2013 16:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/illinois-arts-conference.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/chief-judge-retires.htmlBobbi Alpers steps down after leading the 7th Judicial District in Iowa for 6 years.Wed, 03 Apr 2013 15:15:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/chief-judge-retires.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/humility-shelter-fund-drive.htmlHumility of Mary homeless shelter in Davenport has begun a year-long fund drive.Wed, 03 Apr 2013 13:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/humility-shelter-fund-drive.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/dubuque-yard-and-food-waste-pickup.htmlCollection of yard waste and food scraps began Monday in Dubuque, and other cities in eastern Iowa and northwestern Illinois. Each year, Dubuque's weekly curbside pickup program runs from April through November.Wed, 03 Apr 2013 09:45:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/dubuque-yard-and-food-waste-pickup.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/medal-of-honor.htmlToday Sylvia Rich of Moline received a new Medal of Honor to replace the one earned by her brother Melvin Brown during the Korean War.Tue, 02 Apr 2013 17:15:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/medal-of-honor.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/eaglet-naming.htmlTwo new residents of Riverdale will be named this month, and you can help. Their parents are bald eagles, Liberty and Justice, who live high up in a tree at Alcoa's Davenport Works. A camera above the nest is focussed on the family, providing video and audio on the internet for fans all over the world.Tue, 02 Apr 2013 11:15:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/eaglet-naming.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/don-morrison-died.htmlA choral music "legend" in the Quad Cities has died. 81 year old Don Morrison directed the Augustana Choir and Handel Oratorio Society. He died on Friday in Rock Island.Mon, 01 Apr 2013 13:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/don-morrison-died.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/deere-lawn-div-50th-anniv.html50 year ago the company began making lawn and garden equipment.Mon, 01 Apr 2013 12:45:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/deere-lawn-div-50th-anniv.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/gloria-dei-cross-walk.htmlEvery Good Friday, members and friends of Gloria Dei Presbyterian Church remember the death of Jesus by walking with a cross from downtown Rock Island to their building on 12th Street. Today, they gathered outside City Hall and sang a hymn.Fri, 29 Mar 2013 13:15:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/gloria-dei-cross-walk.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/midwest-week-for-32913.htmlFollowing up on a recent investigation by Erin Jordan from the Cedar Rapids GazetteFri, 29 Mar 2013 12:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/midwest-week-for-32913.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/qc-rises-in-national-rankings.htmlQC economy continues to gain economic strength.Thu, 28 Mar 2013 18:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/qc-rises-in-national-rankings.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/non-english-speaking-drivers.htmlIllinois State Police and local driving instructors run into non-English-speaking drivers a LOT. And both say a new law allowing undocumented residents to get drivers licenses will help make Quad Cities streets and roads safer.Thu, 28 Mar 2013 12:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/non-english-speaking-drivers.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/tree-wrapping.htmlVolunteers needed for the Million Trees ProjectWed, 27 Mar 2013 19:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/tree-wrapping.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/chc-opens-in-em.htmlCommunity Health Care has opened its newest clinic for residents of upper RI CountyTue, 26 Mar 2013 14:15:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/chc-opens-in-em.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/ironing-board-art.htmlA new art exhibit has opened at Augustana CollegeTue, 26 Mar 2013 12:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/ironing-board-art.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/furloughs--delayed.htmlDepartment Defense postpones issuing furlough noticesThu, 21 Mar 2013 17:15:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/furloughs--delayed.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/performing-arts-center-feature.htmlA tour of the new performing arts center at Bettendorf High SchoolWed, 20 Mar 2013 11:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/performing-arts-center-feature.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/bhc-housing.htmlConstruction begins on first student housing at BHC campus in Moline.Tue, 19 Mar 2013 17:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/bhc-housing.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/carp-madness-2.htmlThe head of Kentucky's Fisheries Division says it'll take a combination of help from governments, fishing companies and the restaurant industry.Tue, 19 Mar 2013 13:15:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/carp-madness-2.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/carp-madness-1.htmlLike Illinois, the State of Kentucky is trying to get rid of Asian carp. So, last week, its Fish and Wildlife Resources department hosted a tournament to see who could net the largeset haul of the invasive species.Mon, 18 Mar 2013 14:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/carp-madness-1.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/bettendorf-performing-arts-center.htmlThe school district celebrates the completion of a new theater, updated library, and administration center.Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:15:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/bettendorf-performing-arts-center.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/midwest-week-for-31513.htmlKatie Dahlstrom from the Clinton Herald follows up on last week's announcement.Fri, 15 Mar 2013 13:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/midwest-week-for-31513.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/st-patricks-day-in-the-qc.htmlThe St. Patrick Society will hold its annual celebration this weekend.Thu, 14 Mar 2013 15:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/st-patricks-day-in-the-qc.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/muscatine-new-theater.htmlPeople who went to the movies in Muscatine yesterday only had four films to choose from, but today they have at least twice as many. R. L. Fridley Theatres, based in Des Moines, closed the "Plaza Four" at the mall, and today opened The Palms Theatres.Thu, 14 Mar 2013 13:15:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/muscatine-new-theater.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/first-army-change-of-command.htmlThe commanding general of First Army leaves for his next assignment.Thu, 14 Mar 2013 12:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/first-army-change-of-command.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/kickoff-for-39th-annual-bix-7.htmlDetails announced for this summer's race.Wed, 13 Mar 2013 19:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/kickoff-for-39th-annual-bix-7.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/village-of-east-davenport-master-plan.htmlPublic meeting to review a draft development plan for the east village.Wed, 13 Mar 2013 18:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/village-of-east-davenport-master-plan.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/minor-to-major-flooding-continues.htmlFlood warnings are in effect for rivers in eastern Iowa and western Illinois.Wed, 13 Mar 2013 14:15:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/minor-to-major-flooding-continues.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/virtual-fundraiser-helps-buy-real-food.htmlFoodbanks in Iowa will benefit from a new fundraising campaign. The Iowa Foodbank Association, the AARP, and a Des Moines company called, Spindustry Digital, are sponsoring a virtual food drive on the internet.Wed, 13 Mar 2013 11:15:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/virtual-fundraiser-helps-buy-real-food.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/oneill-picks-up-3-awards.htmlYesterday, the Illinois Associated Press Broadcasters Association announced WVIK News Editor, Michelle O'Neill, won three awards in its 2012 Journalism Excellence Contest in the Downstate Illinois Radio category. She won first place for Best Investigative Report, "Cameras and Mics in Iowa Courts."Tue, 12 Mar 2013 14:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/oneill-picks-up-3-awards.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/first-army-leader-is-leaving.htmlLt. Gen. Mick Bednarek will relinquish command this weekMon, 11 Mar 2013 18:45:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/first-army-leader-is-leaving.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/niabi-zoo-opens.htmlThe new season begins today for the zoo in Coal ValleyMon, 11 Mar 2013 11:45:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/niabi-zoo-opens.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/ri-trailer-park-site-to-be-redeveloped.htmlFour years after a big project fell through, Rock Island and new developers have broken ground at a major entrance to the city. The new project will also make way for WalMart to build a store on 11th Street.Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:30:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/ri-trailer-park-site-to-be-redeveloped.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/bodies-revealed-opens.htmlNew exhibit about the human body at the Putnam MuseumThu, 07 Mar 2013 18:30:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/bodies-revealed-opens.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/dick-weeks-death.htmlA man who helped popularize the term "Quad Cities" has died. His company, Quad City Port Services, says Dick Weeks was 77 years old. He worked for the Iowa Development Commission before he became president of the Quad City Development Group in 1971. He stepped down in 1988 to start his own business.Thu, 07 Mar 2013 14:00:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/dick-weeks-death.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/hotel-blackhawk-marriott-affiliation.htmlVisitors from around the world who need a place to stay in downtown Davenport can now make reservations through Marriott hotels. Yesterday, Hotel Blackhawk announced it's become an Autograph Collection hotel, a new Marriott "brand" launched in 2010.Thu, 07 Mar 2013 11:15:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/hotel-blackhawk-marriott-affiliation.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/elliott-aviation-expansion.htmlWith a local tax break, the company will expand and add jobs in Moline.Tue, 05 Mar 2013 18:00:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/elliott-aviation-expansion.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/first-army-sequestration-preparation.htmlFirst Army civilian employees in the QC could receive furlough notices later this monthTue, 05 Mar 2013 17:30:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/first-army-sequestration-preparation.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/dont-drive-snowmobiles-drunk.htmlLate winter snow storms have been good for snowmobiling. But it's also resulted in an unusually high number of crashes. The Illinois DNR says last month in northern Illinois, eight snowmobile crashes sent drivers and passengers to the hospital with serious injuries, and a man from the Quad Cities was killed.Mon, 04 Mar 2013 13:15:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/dont-drive-snowmobiles-drunk.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/uke-a-palooza.htmlThe QC Ukulele Club celebrates its first anniversary by organizing Uke-a-PaloozaFri, 01 Mar 2013 15:00:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/uke-a-palooza.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/the-artful-office-opens.htmlRock Island's downtown retail incubator welcomes another tenantFri, 01 Mar 2013 14:45:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/the-artful-office-opens.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/rock-island-county-facilities-committee.htmlCounty board chairman appoints a group to study the courthouse and other buildings.Thu, 28 Feb 2013 15:00:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/rock-island-county-facilities-committee.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/goldman-family-block.htmlRock Island celebrates the completion of renovations to a downtown block.Tue, 26 Feb 2013 15:45:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/goldman-family-block.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/first-flood-outlook.htmlThe National Weather Service releases its first forecast for the Miss. River and its tributaries.Tue, 26 Feb 2013 12:45:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/first-flood-outlook.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/moline-river-vision-2020.htmlMoline wants to know what Quad Cities residents would like to do and see along the city's riverfront and a couple of other areas. This morning, the city, Moline Foundation, WQPT, Western Illinois University, and Renew Moline kicked off "River Vision 2020."Mon, 25 Feb 2013 14:00:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/moline-river-vision-2020.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/longfellow-school-award.htmlRock Island elementary school one of most improved schools on last year's ISATFri, 22 Feb 2013 16:00:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/longfellow-school-award.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/qc-restaurant-week.htmlA new effort to encourage local residents to dine outFri, 22 Feb 2013 13:15:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/qc-restaurant-week.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/cold-case-concluded.htmlMoline police solve a 25 year old murder caseThu, 21 Feb 2013 11:45:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/cold-case-concluded.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/upper-mississippi-studies-center.htmlAugustana College opens a new center focused on "sustainability science."Wed, 20 Feb 2013 13:00:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/upper-mississippi-studies-center.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/bustos-loebsack-sequestration.htmlTwo members of Congress tour a QC defense contractor to show their opposition to sequestrationTue, 19 Feb 2013 15:00:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/bustos-loebsack-sequestration.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/midwinter-bald-eagle-count.htmlFor the 4th year in a row, lower numbers reported for our areaMon, 18 Feb 2013 18:15:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/midwinter-bald-eagle-count.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/hats-off-to-clinton.htmlPortraits of local residents are featured in the windows of Clinton businessesMon, 18 Feb 2013 15:15:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/hats-off-to-clinton.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/ccc-wall-of-honor.htmlA display honor veterans is now up at Clinton Community CollegeMon, 18 Feb 2013 11:30:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/ccc-wall-of-honor.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/fox-hollow-opens.htmlThe Family Museum in Bettendorf celebrates the opening of its new exhibits.Fri, 15 Feb 2013 14:00:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/fox-hollow-opens.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/davenport-ferris-wheel.htmlPlans have been approved to build a ferris wheel on the Davenport riverfrontThu, 14 Feb 2013 15:30:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/davenport-ferris-wheel.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/deere-earnings-lst-2013.htmlDeere and Company set another earnings record in the first quarter, and that's the eleventh quarter in a row. The company reports net income totalled 650 million dollars, a 22 percent jump from the same quarter a year ago, as it sold more farm machines at higher prices.Wed, 13 Feb 2013 18:00:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/deere-earnings-lst-2013.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/2013-lincoln-laureates.htmlThis year's recipients of the Order of Lincoln have ties to the QCTue, 12 Feb 2013 18:15:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/2013-lincoln-laureates.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/new-river-bandits-gm.htmlThe QC River Bandits introduced their new general managerTue, 12 Feb 2013 17:30:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/new-river-bandits-gm.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/rocky-on-parade.htmlFiberglass bulldogs will be decorated for a public art project in Macomb.Mon, 11 Feb 2013 11:45:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/rocky-on-parade.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/kone-atlanta-airport-escalator-contract.htmlSome employees in the Quad Cities will help modernize the busiest airport in the world. This week, Kone announced it's won a contract with Atlanta's airport to replace 29 escalators and people movers.Thu, 07 Feb 2013 15:30:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/kone-atlanta-airport-escalator-contract.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/bustos-first-bill.htmlShe's introduced the Government Waste Reducation ActWed, 06 Feb 2013 15:15:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/bustos-first-bill.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/girl-scouts-may-sell-camps.htmlCouncil considers selling four campsTue, 05 Feb 2013 17:00:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/girl-scouts-may-sell-camps.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/thomson-prison-update.htmlThe village board meets with its contact at the US Bureau of PrisonsTue, 05 Feb 2013 14:45:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/thomson-prison-update.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/great-swedish-adventure.htmlSwedish Americans can apply to be cast in season 3 of a Swedish reality showMon, 04 Feb 2013 15:15:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/great-swedish-adventure.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/genesis-medical-center-aledo.htmlGenesis officially takes ownership of former Mercer County hospital and nursing homeFri, 01 Feb 2013 15:15:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/genesis-medical-center-aledo.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/roudebush-retires.htmlAfter 9 years, the director of the Davenport Library retires.Thu, 31 Jan 2013 17:30:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/roudebush-retires.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/wall-of-honor-at-ccc.htmlStudent group at Clinton Community College collecting veterans' names for a wall of honorThu, 31 Jan 2013 12:45:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/wall-of-honor-at-ccc.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/developer-of-cnh-site-announces-plans.htmlTonight, developers of the old CNH property in East Moline will announce plans to build a hotel, homes and stores as part of the project. The owner of the site, River Eagle Investments, is working with a Chicago-based company, Beitler Real Estate Services, which is calling it "Fountainhead Quad Cities."Wed, 30 Jan 2013 14:00:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/developer-of-cnh-site-announces-plans.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/consider-women-for-harkins-seat.htmlA bi-partisan Iowa group says there are many qualified women to run for the open seat next year.Wed, 30 Jan 2013 13:00:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/consider-women-for-harkins-seat.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/bird-window-collisions.htmlResearch into why birds fly into windows.Mon, 28 Jan 2013 18:00:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/bird-window-collisions.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/immigrants-driving.htmlIllinois Governor Quinn signed a new law over the weekend to allow undocumented immigrants to get temporary drivers licenses. Lawmakers made their decision late last year. And, coincidentally, WVIK's Michelle O'Neill was involved in a fender-bender with a driver who spoke very little English.Mon, 28 Jan 2013 12:45:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/immigrants-driving.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/phone-call-to-space.htmlQC kids talk live with astronauts on the International Space StationFri, 25 Jan 2013 15:30:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/phone-call-to-space.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/star-block-redevelopment.htmlA gift will help start the redevelopment of some old buildings in downtown Rock IslandFri, 25 Jan 2013 10:30:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/star-block-redevelopment.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/davenport-school-district-and-fafsa.htmlDavenport encourages high school seniors to apply for federal student aidThu, 24 Jan 2013 18:30:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/davenport-school-district-and-fafsa.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/trinity-expansion-in-rock-island.htmlTrinith Regional Health System announces expansion plans for its west campusThu, 24 Jan 2013 15:30:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/trinity-expansion-in-rock-island.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/casa-guanajuato-parent-mentors.htmlA new program to connect parents with their children's schools.Thu, 24 Jan 2013 12:15:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/casa-guanajuato-parent-mentors.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/davenport-2014-budget-proposal.htmlDavenport aldermen have started working on next year's budget. The past two Saturday's, the city council discussed the budget and capital improvement program for 2014.Wed, 23 Jan 2013 10:45:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/davenport-2014-budget-proposal.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/molines-state-of-the-city.htmlMayor Welvaert delivers his 8th, and last, state of the city address.Mon, 21 Jan 2013 17:15:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/molines-state-of-the-city.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/augustana-construction-update.htmlConstruction on the new Center for Student Life at Augustana College is on schedule.Thu, 17 Jan 2013 15:30:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/augustana-construction-update.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/moline-new-hotel-projects.htmlMoline has found a couple of companies to develop new hotels in historic downtown buildings. Next week, the city council will consider agreements with the Amin Group and the Moline Hotel Group.Thu, 17 Jan 2013 14:30:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/moline-new-hotel-projects.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/wiu-qc-phase-2.htmlConstruction will start this spring on phase 2 of WIU's new campus in the QCWed, 16 Jan 2013 15:00:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/wiu-qc-phase-2.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/rock-island-county-referendum.htmlRock Island County is stuck with a "completely antiquated and dilapidated" courthouse. That's according to Jeffery O'Connor, Chief Judge of Illinois' 14th Judicial Circuit. After hearing from him Tuesday night, the county board approved a referendum that might pave the way for building a new courthouse.Wed, 16 Jan 2013 13:45:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/rock-island-county-referendum.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/be-a-tourist.htmlLocal restaurants, hotels, museums, businesses, and other attractions are preparing for hundreds of guests this weekend. It'll be the 12th year the Quad Cities Convention and Visitors Bureau has sponsored "Be a Tourist in Your Own Back Yard."Wed, 16 Jan 2013 13:30:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/be-a-tourist.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/red-kettle-success.htmlThe Salvation Army's holiday fund-raising campaign surpassed its goal.Tue, 15 Jan 2013 12:30:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/red-kettle-success.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/anti-fluoride-activist.htmlA retired professor of chemistry brings his campaign against fluoride in drinking water to the QCMon, 14 Jan 2013 16:00:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/anti-fluoride-activist.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/qc-vigil-for-newtown.htmlRotary Clubs will sponsor a vigil Monday night to remember victims and show support for survivors.Sun, 13 Jan 2013 13:45:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/qc-vigil-for-newtown.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/young-artists-exhibition.htmlThe 7th annual Young Artists at the Figge opens SaturdayFri, 11 Jan 2013 14:15:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/young-artists-exhibition.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/bald-eagle-days.htmlThe 26th annual celebration of our national symbol in the QCFri, 11 Jan 2013 12:30:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/bald-eagle-days.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/deere-cleared.htmlAn SEC investigation into illegal payments to foreign officials is over.Thu, 10 Jan 2013 15:15:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/deere-cleared.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/habitat-restore-anniversary.htmlThe ReStore in Davenport is celebrating its 10th AnniversaryWed, 09 Jan 2013 14:30:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/habitat-restore-anniversary.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/rock-islands-state-of-the-city.htmlListen to excerpts from Mayor Dennis Pauley's State of the City addressTue, 08 Jan 2013 16:15:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/rock-islands-state-of-the-city.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/new-director-at-muscatine-art-center.htmlMelanie Alexander returns to Muscatine to lead the Muscatine Art CenterMon, 07 Jan 2013 13:15:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/new-director-at-muscatine-art-center.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/bustos-on-ag-committee.htmlIllinois 17th District Congresswoman Cheri Bustos has been assigned to the House Ag CommitteeFri, 04 Jan 2013 15:15:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/bustos-on-ag-committee.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/mallards-retire-stewarts-number.htmlThe QC Mallards will honor their all-time leading scorer by retiring number 18Fri, 04 Jan 2013 15:00:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/mallards-retire-stewarts-number.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/eye-on-eagles.htmlAs eagle parents in the Quad Cities prepare their nest, students in Bettendorf, Geneva, Illinois, North Carolina, and the Netherlands are getting ready to study them. Last year, the Alcoa Foundation gave the Bettendorf School District a grant to create the new curriculum, called "Alcoa Eagle Cam: An Eagle Eye to the World."Fri, 04 Jan 2013 13:45:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/eye-on-eagles.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/bustos-begins-her-new-job.htmlThe new Congress was sworn in yesterday, and one of the new members is Cheri Bustos from the Quad Cities. The democrat from East Moline was elected in November to represent Illinois' 17th district.Fri, 04 Jan 2013 09:30:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/bustos-begins-her-new-job.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/new-president-for-the-qc-mallards.htmlThe Central Hockey League has hired Bob McNamara to lead the Mallards front office.Thu, 03 Jan 2013 15:45:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/new-president-for-the-qc-mallards.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/banished-words-and-phrases.htmlSpoiler Alert - instead of "kicking the can down the road," here's WVIK News Guru Herb Trix with the "trending" list of banished words and phrases. "Double Down" and listen to today's WVIK News Focus.Wed, 02 Jan 2013 12:45:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/banished-words-and-phrases.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/qc-unemployment-falls-in-november.htmlUnemployment in the QC fell again in NovemberThu, 27 Dec 2012 15:30:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/qc-unemployment-falls-in-november.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/new-townhomes-in-rock-island.htmlThe Rock Island Housing Authority is building new townhomes in west Rock IslandWed, 26 Dec 2012 15:15:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/new-townhomes-in-rock-island.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/its-a-wonderful-life.htmlWVIK and WQPT will play a recording of the "radio play" they produced last monthFri, 21 Dec 2012 07:00:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/its-a-wonderful-life.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/scott-county-birthday.html175 years ago this month Scott County was created.Tue, 18 Dec 2012 15:00:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/scott-county-birthday.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/christmas-bird-count-2012.htmlThis year's Christmas Bird Count is underway in the QC area, and across North AmericaMon, 17 Dec 2012 12:45:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/christmas-bird-count-2012.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/wreaths-across-america.htmlLocal company participates in annual program to honor veterans.Fri, 14 Dec 2012 12:45:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/wreaths-across-america.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/friendship-manor-capital-drive.htmlSenior community is raising money to upgrade 33 year old facilities.Fri, 14 Dec 2012 11:00:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/friendship-manor-capital-drive.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/bikes-for-brains.htmlBikes for Brains gives away 120 bikes to children whose families cant afford themMon, 10 Dec 2012 16:15:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/bikes-for-brains.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/qc-school-principal-honored.htmlUSA Network gives one of this year's Characters Unite Awards to Phillip AmbroseFri, 07 Dec 2012 15:30:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/qc-school-principal-honored.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/dubuque-photographs-1912-and-2012.htmlExhibit opens of photographs of Dubuque taken 100 years apart.Thu, 06 Dec 2012 15:00:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/dubuque-photographs-1912-and-2012.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/clinton-symphony-holiday-concert.htmlA weekend concert in Clinton will feature familiar Christmas melodies, a local chorus and a carol sing-along. Clinton Symphony Orchestra Conductor, Brian Dollinger says each December, he invites a different musical group or musician to participate.Thu, 06 Dec 2012 14:00:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/clinton-symphony-holiday-concert.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/genesis-medical-park---moline.htmlConstruction has begun on a new medical office complex along 41st Street in Moline.Thu, 06 Dec 2012 13:45:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/genesis-medical-park---moline.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/deere-honored-for-innovation.htmlDeere has been named to a list of this year's top global innovators.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 15:45:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/deere-honored-for-innovation.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/arsenal-honored-for-employing-the-blind.htmlArsenal program supervisor receives award from the National Industries for the BlindFri, 30 Nov 2012 14:00:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/arsenal-honored-for-employing-the-blind.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/state-worker-holiday-donations.htmlState workers in the Quad Cities and Kewanee donate toys, food, and money.Thu, 29 Nov 2012 17:30:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/state-worker-holiday-donations.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/quad-city-symphony-has-new-executive-director.htmlBenjamin Loeb is hired as the new Executive Director at the Quad City SymphonyWed, 28 Nov 2012 15:30:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/quad-city-symphony-has-new-executive-director.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/davenport-police-3d-image-scanner.htmlA new, high-tech scanner is helping police in Scott County collect evidence and improve efficiency. This morning, the Davenport Police Department showed reporters and local officials how the Faro Focus 3-D Scanner works, and explained how it will help officers and prosecutors.Wed, 28 Nov 2012 15:00:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/davenport-police-3d-image-scanner.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/work-starts-on-harrison-lofts.htmlNew apartments are being built in Davenport in the Hilltop Campus NeighborhoodTue, 27 Nov 2012 15:30:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/work-starts-on-harrison-lofts.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/free-ki-pills-for-some-illinois-residents.htmlPeople living near nuclear power plants will be offered free pills in case of emergencyTue, 27 Nov 2012 15:15:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/free-ki-pills-for-some-illinois-residents.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/deere-seeding-group-investment.htmlDeere announces the redesign of the John Deere Seeding Group in MolineMon, 26 Nov 2012 15:15:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/deere-seeding-group-investment.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/ice-rink-installation.htmlOver the long holiday weekend, a crew began putting in an ice rink at Bass Street Landing Plaza in Moline. After spending Thanksgiving day with family and friends, employees of Ice Rink Events flew to the Quad Cities on Friday to begin installing the new seasonal rink downtown.Mon, 26 Nov 2012 14:00:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/ice-rink-installation.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/deere-2012-earnings.htmlIt's almost the same story as a year ago. Today Deere and Company announced record earnings for the third year in a row. The company reported net income of $3 billion for the fiscal year ending in October, compared to $2.8 billion last year, and $1.8 billion in 2010.Wed, 21 Nov 2012 14:00:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/deere-2012-earnings.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/wilson-middle-school-crime-stoppers-club.htmlStudents at a Moline school raise money to make their school saferTue, 20 Nov 2012 15:00:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/wilson-middle-school-crime-stoppers-club.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/quad-cities-kids-on-frontline.htmlThe PBS documentary series Frontline looks at poverty in America with children from the Quad Cities.Tue, 20 Nov 2012 05:00:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/quad-cities-kids-on-frontline.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/kone-centre-tour.htmlWhen Rodney Blackwell decided to build Kone's new office complex in downtown Moline, one of his highest priorities was to make it a model of energy efficiency and sustainability. And by all accounts, the head of Financial District Properties has done just that.Fri, 16 Nov 2012 12:00:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/kone-centre-tour.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/amahl-at-augustana.htmlA graduate of the college returns to direct this year's production of the classic Christmas operaThu, 15 Nov 2012 15:00:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/amahl-at-augustana.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/kone-tree.htmlThe annual Kone Christmas tree is now on top of the new Kone CentreWed, 14 Nov 2012 15:45:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/kone-tree.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/happy-joes-anniversary.htmlHappy Joe's begins a week long celebration of its 40th anniversary.Tue, 13 Nov 2012 15:45:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/happy-joes-anniversary.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/holland-jewelers-closing.htmlThe long-time family business announces it will go out of business.Fri, 09 Nov 2012 17:00:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/holland-jewelers-closing.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/red-kettles.htmlThe Salvation Army brings out the well-known red kettles to begin its Christmas campaignFri, 09 Nov 2012 15:30:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/red-kettles.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/breaking-the-barriers-award-for-madison-elementary-school.htmlMadison is 1 of 5 schools in Iowa to be honored for student improvement in reading and math.Fri, 09 Nov 2012 15:15:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/breaking-the-barriers-award-for-madison-elementary-school.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/we-hire-vets.htmlThe Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce announces a new program to encourage more hiring of veterans.Thu, 08 Nov 2012 15:00:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/we-hire-vets.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/davenport-bag-and-paper-co.htmlMore new apartments are planned for this building in downtown DavenportWed, 07 Nov 2012 12:45:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/davenport-bag-and-paper-co.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/bustos-defeats-schilling.htmlLots of money was spent on the 17th District Congressional race in Illinois, and a democrat ended up unseating the GOP incumbent. Republican Congressman Bobby Schilling was defeated by Democrat Cheri Bustos in the newly drawn district that includes the Quad Cities, Rockford, and parts of Peoria.Wed, 07 Nov 2012 10:15:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/bustos-defeats-schilling.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/sheley-verdict.htmlNicholas Sheley was convicted of murder today by a jury in Morrison IllinoisTue, 06 Nov 2012 18:00:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/sheley-verdict.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/paper-ballots-help-speed-up-voting-at-a-rock-island-polling-place.htmlVoters at one polling place in Rock Island were eager to cast their ballots today. At the Tri-City Jewish Center on 30th Street, election judge Wally Lofgren says when the doors opened at 6 am, 75 to 100 people were waiting.Tue, 06 Nov 2012 13:30:00 -0600http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/paper-ballots-help-speed-up-voting-at-a-rock-island-polling-place.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/i-wireless-christmas-tree.htmlToday, the i Wireless Center's annual Christmas tree arrived and will soon be decorated.Fri, 02 Nov 2012 15:15:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/i-wireless-christmas-tree.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/birdies-for-charity-2012.htmlNearly 400 charities will benefit from this year's Birdies for Charity program, based on birdies shot during last summer's John Deere Classic.Wed, 31 Oct 2012 14:45:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/birdies-for-charity-2012.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/corps-of-engineers-experts-sent-to-ny.htmlExperts on "un-watering" from the RI District of the Corps of Engineers are now in NY trying to help pump out subway tunnels.Tue, 30 Oct 2012 18:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/corps-of-engineers-experts-sent-to-ny.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/credit-island-bridge-dedication.htmlBicycle riders are thrilled with a new, key link in the Quad Cities' network of bike trails. This morning, city officials, parks department employees, members of the bike club, and others held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Credit Island Bridge.Mon, 29 Oct 2012 14:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/credit-island-bridge-dedication.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/mallards-1st-weekend.htmlAfter missing the first games of the season due to ownership problems, the Quad City Mallards won two games and lost one over the weekend of the season.Mon, 29 Oct 2012 09:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/mallards-1st-weekend.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/il-17th-congressional-district-debate.htmlIn partnership with the League of Women Voters and the Institute for Principled Leadership in Public Service at Bradley University in Peoria last night, WTVP hosted a live debate between the candidates vying for the IL 17th Congressional District seat: incumbent Bobby Schilling (R) and challenger Cheri Bustos (D).Fri, 26 Oct 2012 14:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/il-17th-congressional-district-debate.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/nevada-economics-professor-on-government-casino-ownership.html"The potential for increased revenue is good, but it's not risk free." That's what an expert on the gambling industry says about Davenport's proposal to buy the Rhythm City Casino from Isle of Capri.Thu, 25 Oct 2012 07:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/nevada-economics-professor-on-government-casino-ownership.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/jindal-bettendorf.htmlHours after President Obama campaigned in the Quad Cities, a rising star in the Republican party came to rally supporters for Mitt Romney. Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal spoke at the Scott County Republican's annual dinner in Bettendorf.Wed, 24 Oct 2012 21:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/jindal-bettendorf.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/new-mlk-center-director.htmlRock Island's Martin Luther King Center got a new director this Monday.Wed, 24 Oct 2012 17:45:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/new-mlk-center-director.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/the-chl-will-run-the-mallards.htmlBecause a qualified new owner could not be found for the Quad City Mallards, the Central Hockey League decided to take control and run the team this season.Tue, 23 Oct 2012 15:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/the-chl-will-run-the-mallards.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/former-honeywell-workers-against-free-trade-deals.htmlFormer Honeywell workers want Congress to stop rewarding companies for sending jobs overseas. And democratic congressional candidate Cheri Bustos agrees. This morning (tues) in Rock Island, she and some laid-off workers discussed tax policies and free trade deals.Tue, 23 Oct 2012 14:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/former-honeywell-workers-against-free-trade-deals.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/iowa-racing-and-gaming-commission-on-davenport-buying-a-casino.htmlDavenport's proposed purchase of the Rhythm City riverboat casino is unprecedented in the State of Iowa. And the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission is waiting to find out whether the city will apply for a gambling license. Mayor Bill Gluba says it would be modelled after the Mystique Casino in Dubuque, which began with as a greyhound racetrack.Mon, 22 Oct 2012 07:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/iowa-racing-and-gaming-commission-on-davenport-buying-a-casino.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/wvik-news-focus-arts-mean-business.htmlIn Dubuque, arts, cultural and heritage groups are good for the regional economy. And now, the city has documented proof of the benefits.Thu, 18 Oct 2012 15:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/wvik-news-focus-arts-mean-business.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/qc-airport-opens-charging-stations-for-electric-vehicles.htmlThe Quad City Airport offers free charging for electric vehicles in short-term parkingWed, 17 Oct 2012 16:45:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/qc-airport-opens-charging-stations-for-electric-vehicles.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/dubuque-airport-terminal-groundbreaking.htmlAfter years of planning and preparation, the Dubuque Regional Airport is officially starting to build a new terminal. This afternoon, members of the airport commission and other officials held a groundbreaking ceremony for the nearly 40 million dollar project.Wed, 17 Oct 2012 13:35:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/dubuque-airport-terminal-groundbreaking.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/postal-service-community-meetings.htmlInstead of closing small and rural facilities, the Postal Service now proposes to keep them all open but with shorter hours.Tue, 16 Oct 2012 15:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/postal-service-community-meetings.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/davenport-may-buy-rhythm-city.htmlThe city has been negotiating with the owner, Isle of Capri, hoping eventually to bring a land-based casino to Davenport.Tue, 16 Oct 2012 14:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/davenport-may-buy-rhythm-city.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/alter-barge-expands.htmlRock Island River Terminal Corporation will expand and add five jobs.Fri, 12 Oct 2012 17:45:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/alter-barge-expands.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/hudson-keynotes-dav-sch-gala.htmlTom Hudson, host of the PBS Nightly Business Report, will speak at the Davenport Schools Foundation Gala on Sunday.Thu, 11 Oct 2012 21:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/hudson-keynotes-dav-sch-gala.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/john-deere-road-expand.htmlGovernor Quinn Announces Plans to Widen John Deere Road.Wed, 10 Oct 2012 16:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/john-deere-road-expand.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/clean-line-illinois-route.htmlRock Island Clean Line announces its proposed route across northern Illinois for a new electrical transmission line.Wed, 10 Oct 2012 15:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/clean-line-illinois-route.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/sunset-marina.htmlIt'll cost more to rent boat slips at Sunset Marina, but owners should get deeper water in return. Last night, Rock Island aldermen approved a three percent increase in each of the next two seasons.Tue, 09 Oct 2012 13:15:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/sunset-marina.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/cadaver-christmas-release.htmlTwo QC men release their first feature filmMon, 08 Oct 2012 14:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/cadaver-christmas-release.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/dav-vander-veer-park-enabling-garden.htmlMore people have a place to plant, water, and grow plants now that Davenport's newest garden is open. This morning, the Parks and Recreation Department held a ribbon cutting to open an "enabling garden" at Vander Veer Botanical Park. The 28-hundred square foot garden is adjacent to the conservatory, and completely handicapped accessible.Mon, 08 Oct 2012 13:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/dav-vander-veer-park-enabling-garden.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/augustana-groundbreaking.htmlToday, the college broke ground for the new Austin Knowlton Outdoor Athletic ComplexThu, 04 Oct 2012 18:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/augustana-groundbreaking.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/louise-leakey-at-augustana.htmlWorld renowned paleontologist lectures at Augustana CollegeThu, 04 Oct 2012 14:45:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/louise-leakey-at-augustana.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/first-army-suicide-stand-down.htmlFor the first time ever, thousands of First Army soldiers and employees will stop working for a full day to focus on suicide prevention. Tomorrow, a total of about 10,000 members of First Army from all over the world will participate in a "Suicide Stand Down." That includes 350 soldiers and civilians who work at the headquarters on Arsenal Island.Wed, 03 Oct 2012 14:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/first-army-suicide-stand-down.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/bhc-student-housing.htmlStudent housing may soon be available at Black Hawk College in Moline. On Wednesday college administrators will make a presentation to the board of trustees.Wed, 03 Oct 2012 05:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/bhc-student-housing.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/ryan-in-clinton.htmlLower taxes, the national debt and China - those were the themes for Republican Vice Presidential candidate Paul Ryan this morning in Clinton. On the lawn of the county court house, he began the second day of a two day campaign trip to eastern Iowa. Ryan started by telling the crowd President Obama's polices are hurting the economy. Scott Stuntz reports.Tue, 02 Oct 2012 15:45:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/ryan-in-clinton.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/karpeles-museum-opens.htmlThe Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum is now open in Rock IslandMon, 01 Oct 2012 14:15:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/karpeles-museum-opens.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/quad-cities-visitor-spending-increases.htmlPeople who visit the Quad Cities have been spending more money. The convention and visitors bureau reports that last year, tourists spent six percent more in Rock Island County compared to 2010. And Scott County's "visitor expenditures" increased TEN percent for the same period. That's according to figures from the US Travel Association.Mon, 01 Oct 2012 13:45:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/quad-cities-visitor-spending-increases.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/eagle-cam-lessons.html"Liberty and Justice" are the subjects of new lesson plans for middle school students. But they're not for civics or social studies classes. This month, the Alcoa Foundation gave the Bettendorf School District a 15,000 dollar grant to create a curriculum for studying eagles. John Riches, spokesman for Alcoa's Davenport Works, says a retired teacher came up with the idea as millions of people, including students, were watching the company's eagle cam in Riverdale. Last spring, the parents, Liberty and Justice, raised three eaglets.Sun, 30 Sep 2012 12:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/eagle-cam-lessons.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/judge-rules-for-rouse.htmlA judge threatens an eastern Iowa school board with jail time and fines for not reinstating the high school principal.Fri, 28 Sep 2012 18:15:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/judge-rules-for-rouse.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/ballet-quad-cities-new-season.htmlEven though its first local performances will be held this weekend, Ballet Quad Cities kicked off its season nearly three weeks ago. The dance company's new season includes three productions with Orchestra Iowa. And the first was held on the lawn at Brucemore Mansion in Cedar Rapids.Fri, 28 Sep 2012 12:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/ballet-quad-cities-new-season.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/clinton-social-security-office-closes.htmlDue to congressional budget cuts, the Social Security Administration will close its office in ClintonThu, 27 Sep 2012 18:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/clinton-social-security-office-closes.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/river-bend-pork-donation.htmlIllinois Farm groups have donated enough food for over ten thousand meals to a Quad Cities food bank. This morning, the River Bend Food Bank in Moline received 45-hundred pounds of pork from the Illinois Corn Marketing Board, The Illinois Pork Producers, and the Illinois Soybean Association.Thu, 27 Sep 2012 16:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/river-bend-pork-donation.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/iowa-early-voting-opens.htmlToday is the first day Iowa residents can cast their ballots for the November 6th election.Thu, 27 Sep 2012 15:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/iowa-early-voting-opens.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/oaks-appeals.htmlTwenty years after he was convicted of murder in Henry County, Douglas Oaks is asking for a lighter sentence.Thu, 27 Sep 2012 05:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/oaks-appeals.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/army-suicide-stand-down.htmlThe US Army is attacking an old enemy with new tactics. Tomorrow (Thursday), it will hold an Army-wide "Suicide Stand Down." And on Arsenal Island in the Quad Cities, both soldiers and civilians will participate. Chaplain Chuck Rizer, from the Army Sustainment Command, says two memorial walks will be held for employees, soldiers, and officers to remember loved ones who committed suicide. In addition, counselors from the Employee Assistance Program will set up information tables in the three cafeterias.Wed, 26 Sep 2012 14:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/army-suicide-stand-down.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/yes-on-wiggins-tour.htmlThe Yes on Retention bus tour stopped in the QC, promoting a yes vote in November to retain Iowa Supreme Court justice David Wiggins.Tue, 25 Sep 2012 15:45:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/yes-on-wiggins-tour.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/no-wiggins-bus-tour.html"No Wiggins" Tour Visits the Quad CitiesTue, 25 Sep 2012 12:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/no-wiggins-bus-tour.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/river-bandits-astros.htmlThe Quad Cities River Bandits Sign Affiliation Deal with Houston AstrosMon, 24 Sep 2012 17:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/river-bandits-astros.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/apac-expansion.htmlAPAC Customer Services in Davenport is opening new space in the former Caterpillar plant so it can add 500 workers.Mon, 24 Sep 2012 15:15:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/apac-expansion.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/arc-ribbon-cutting.htmlThe Arc of the QC has a new HVAC system at its Opportunity Center in Moline, thanks to a state grant.Fri, 21 Sep 2012 15:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/arc-ribbon-cutting.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/kerker-lofts-open.html18 1-bedroom Apartments Open in Downtown DavenportThu, 20 Sep 2012 18:45:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/kerker-lofts-open.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/nichols-aluminum-and-teamers-tentative-deal.htmlThanks to federal mediation, a contract dispute between a Davenport company and union workers may end soon. President of Teamsters Local 3-71, Howard Spoon, says very late last (tuesday) night, representatives of Nichols Aluminum and the union reached a tentative agreement.Wed, 19 Sep 2012 13:50:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/nichols-aluminum-and-teamers-tentative-deal.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/wiu-patent-and-trademark-resource-center.htmlGovernment information about intellectual property is now much more accessible to residents of west central Illinois. This month, a new Patent and Trademark Resource Center opened at Western Illinois University in Macomb.Tue, 18 Sep 2012 13:15:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/wiu-patent-and-trademark-resource-center.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/craicmore.htmlCraicmore, a celtic band from southern California, is the first of this season's Quad City Arts' Visiting Artists. Listen to the band as they end a lunchtime performance at Scott Community College in Bettendorf on Monday, 9/10/2012.Fri, 14 Sep 2012 14:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/craicmore.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/dahlstrom-on-deere-book.htmlHere's a WVIK News Focus produced by Michelle O'Neill in 2005, right before Dahlstrom's book was published by Northern Illinois University Press.Fri, 14 Sep 2012 11:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/dahlstrom-on-deere-book.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/stern-center-opens.htmlThe former McCabe's Department Store and Hyman's Furnitures has re-opened as a banquet and wedding facility.Thu, 13 Sep 2012 15:15:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/stern-center-opens.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/monmouth-historic-restoration.htmlPeople driving around the square in downtown Monmouth can hardly miss the dumpsters next to an old, empty block of buildings. In July, the new owner and developer began the long process of turning them into apartments and stores.Thu, 13 Sep 2012 11:15:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/monmouth-historic-restoration.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/dock-plans.htmlA local developer presents his proposal for the site of the former Dock restaurantWed, 12 Sep 2012 16:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/dock-plans.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/arsenal-911.htmlArsenal Island holds ceremony to remember 9-11 victims and fallen soldiersTue, 11 Sep 2012 17:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/arsenal-911.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/llaw-feature.htmlA year after it was built, a Quad Cities-based environmental group invited local college students onto its "floating classroom." Living Lands and Waters hosted students from Western Illinois University for an environmental workshop. The barge was built over the last couple of years, and even though this was the first group of students from the Quad Cities, it has hosted many other student and teacher workshops at other locations.Tue, 11 Sep 2012 10:45:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/llaw-feature.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/flu-free-quad-cities.htmlGenesis Health System has kicked-off this year's effort to protect as many children, and their families from the flu.Mon, 10 Sep 2012 15:45:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/flu-free-quad-cities.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/equity-for-women-award.htmlThe first Equity for Women Award will be given to retired IA Supreme Court Justice Linda NeumanThu, 06 Sep 2012 15:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/equity-for-women-award.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/ew-riverfest-begins.htmlThe first East West Riverfest opens Friday September 7.Thu, 06 Sep 2012 14:45:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/ew-riverfest-begins.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/frank-ross-mud-artist.htmlPaintings created with mud from the Mississippi River are on display at the Bettendorf Public Library this month. The artist, Frank Ross from East Moline, worked as an electrician for decades after graduating from the American Academy of Art in Chicago. He kept painting throughout his career. But when he retired, Ross started to experiment with different colors of mud from the river.Thu, 06 Sep 2012 13:25:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/frank-ross-mud-artist.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/linc-sch-demolit-update.htmlDemolition progresses at the former elementary school in Rock Island.Wed, 05 Sep 2012 17:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/linc-sch-demolit-update.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/summer-weather-wrapup.htmlThe summer really was much hotter and drier than normal for the Quad CitiesTue, 04 Sep 2012 14:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/summer-weather-wrapup.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/bettendorf-school-board-set-to-sell-old-football-field.htmlA church plans to buy the old Bettendorf High School football field. Tonight (tues), the board of education will hold a public hearing about the sale and will probably vote on the proposal. Superintendent, Theron Schutte, says last spring, the Apostolic Assembly of Bettendorf bought the district's administrative center, in the 800 block of 23rd Street.Tue, 04 Sep 2012 13:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/bettendorf-school-board-set-to-sell-old-football-field.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/west-nile-appears.htmlThe Rock Island County Health Department reports the first positive tests for West Nile Virus.Fri, 31 Aug 2012 17:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/west-nile-appears.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/struckman-retires.htmlDavenport police captain Dave Struckman retires on Friday after 44 years with the department.Thu, 30 Aug 2012 19:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/struckman-retires.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/wiu-qc-groundbreaking.htmlWIU breaks ground for phase 2 of its new Quad Cities campusWed, 29 Aug 2012 17:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/wiu-qc-groundbreaking.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/bhc-new-science-building.htmlBlack Hawk College broke ground today for new science labs at the east campusTue, 28 Aug 2012 13:15:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/bhc-new-science-building.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/qc-red-cross-isaac.htmlVolunteers from eastern Iowa and northwestern Illinois are among the many being sent to Gulf states by the Red Cross to prepare for Tropical Storm Isaac.Mon, 27 Aug 2012 13:45:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/qc-red-cross-isaac.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/lincoln-school-demolition-update.htmlweek two of demolition at Lincoln School in Rock IslandMon, 27 Aug 2012 12:45:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/lincoln-school-demolition-update.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/pub-art-bruning.htmlNew public art in the Quad CitiesFri, 24 Aug 2012 10:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/pub-art-bruning.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/ap-il-jobless.htmlCHICAGO (AP) _ The Illinois Department of Employment Security says unemployment decreased in five Illinois metro areas in July but increased in four downstate areas. The department said Thursday that unemployment increased in Danville, Decatur, Springfield and the Metro East area just outside St. Louis. The largest increase was in Decatur where unemployment rose from 11 percent in July 2011 to 11.6 percent last month.Thu, 23 Aug 2012 12:45:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/ap-il-jobless.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/rom-rally-in-bett.htmlIndependent voters will decide the election this fall. That's what republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney told a rally today in Bettendorf. At LeClaire Manufacturing, he told a couple thousand cheering supporters he'll do everything he can to win the election. But to help, they must each find at least one person who voted for Barack Obama in 2008, and convince them to vote differently this time.Wed, 22 Aug 2012 17:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/rom-rally-in-bett.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/water-survey.htmlRock Island needs to know more about how residents and businesses use water to prevent contamination. So, starting this month, the city is mailing "Cross Connection Control" surveys to water customers with their bills. Public Works Director, Bob Hawes, says Rock Island has been surveying commercial and industrial customers for years. But now the EPA requires the city to survey residential customers, too.Tue, 21 Aug 2012 13:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/water-survey.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/clinton-superfund-site.htmlNow that an environmental cleanup is nearly finished in Clinton, supervision will be transferred from federal to state agencies. The US EPA and Iowa DNR have agreed completion of the cleanup at the Coal Gas Superfund Site will be the responsibility of the state. EPA project manager, Diana Engeman, says her agency began organizing the cleanup in the mid-1990s.Tue, 21 Aug 2012 09:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/clinton-superfund-site.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/pennycress-energy.htmlA biofuel company in Galesburg will host a meeting tonight for farmers to learn about a new crop. Pennycress Energy is working with the city and a regional ecnomic development group called, the EBI Network, to develop and produce a new, biodiesel fuel.Mon, 20 Aug 2012 14:15:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/pennycress-energy.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/lincoln-school.htmlDemolition begins on the main building at the school.Mon, 20 Aug 2012 13:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/lincoln-school.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/test1mbo_threecorners.htmlThe master developer of Moline's River Tech project is eager to get to work, and has already completed some preliminary research. Last week, the city council decided Three Corners Development Services will lead the design and construction of the property on River Drive adjacent to Western Illinois University's new campus.Mon, 20 Aug 2012 09:15:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/test1mbo_threecorners.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/terronez-update.htmlJeff Terronez could lose his license to practice law for two years. That was the recommendation today from a hearing board of the Illinois Attorney, Registration and Disciplinary Commission after the former Rock Island County State's Attorney admitted providing alcohol to a minor.Fri, 17 Aug 2012 18:00:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/terronez-update.htmlhttp://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/iowa-board-of-regents-.htmlProtesters seeking the removal of Iowa Board of Regents member Bruce Rastetter have been removed from the board's meeting in Cedar Falls. The protesters were removed Friday after interrupting the meeting and accusing Rastetter of committing ethics violations.Fri, 03 Aug 2012 12:30:00 -0500http://www.wvik.org/wvik-news/iowa-board-of-regents-.html