Author: Nick Green

Davenport, IOWA – According to the Davenport Police Department officials, those who gave the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty in the City of Davenport are Emil Speth (End of Watch 1/26/1917) Bernard Geerts (End of Watch 7/16/1928) William Jurgens (End of Watch 7/16/1958) Michael Farnsworth (End of Watch 12/5/1971) Davenport Police Department officials released the following statement: “Yesterday and everyday, we honor their lives and legacies by serving our community with honor and remembering their selflessness. Gone but never forgotten! We’ll take it from here!”

Davenport, IOWA – According to the state officials, Governor Reynolds released the following statement: pandemic assistance:  “During the pandemic, the federal government attempted to pay able-bodied people to stay home instead of seeking employment to keep our economy on track. Republican governors around the country stood up to protect the livelihoods of our citizens, getting people back to work when it was desperately needed. In Iowa, we value hard work and recognize the dignity a good job can bring. I appreciate the court’s decision.” 

Davenport, IOWA – According to the state officials, Iowans can choose from a variety of hardwoods, shrubs and conifers. Some varieties have limited supplies.  The nursery is managed by a team of forestry professionals with a long history of helping Iowans with their tree planting needs. Your local DNR district forester can help you meet your planting goals: Select tree and shrub species that will do well on your site and meet your objectives. Plan the spacing and quantity of trees and shrubs you need. Consider existing ground cover and the steps needed to ensure your trees will not succumb…

Davenport, IOWA – According to the state officials, Governor Reynolds also announced an additional investment of $15 million to fund Destination Iowa applications from rural communities that did not receive grants in previous rounds. Destination Iowa awards were granted to 46 projects totaling $115 million that activated $480,265,783 in total investment. IEDA opened the Destination Iowa program in May 2022 and accepted applications through December 31. Applications were scored based on eligibility, completeness, and the project’s ability to meet the program goal of creating transformational tourism attractions. Destination Iowa grants have been open to cities, counties, nonprofits and other organizations through…

Davenport, IOWA – According to Gov. Reynolds, Aldis’s career has been focused on education reform. His experience encompasses education policy, advocacy, and research, and spans multiple states. Most recently vice president for Ohio policy at the Thomas B. Fordham Institute, Aldis led the organization’s efforts to successfully reform Ohio’s high school graduation requirements, state report cards and charter school laws. He partnered regularly with the governor’s office, legislators, and the department of education to strengthen state policy on literacy, school funding, and private school choice.  Governor Reynolds released the following statement: “Chad is the type of leader we need at this…

Davenport, IOWA – Police officials said the 34-year-old victim, Dimitri Martin, died from injuries on Monday. The shooting occurred right before 1 a.m. early Friday morning. Officers responded to the area of Third and Ripley Streets in reference to a call of shots fired. The 34-year-old man was transported by Medic EMS to a local hospital. The Davenport Police Department is seeking the community’s assistance in locating an involved vehicle along with any associated individuals. This vehicle appears to have the following unique characteristics: Dark colored, possibly dark blue four door sedan Headlamps have a blue tint, possibly LED Front two…

Davenport, IOWA – According to the city officials, Mayor Matson presented the Mayor’s Community Excellence Award to Habitat for Humanity Quad Cities. City officials also said that the Habitat QC has served low-income families in Scott and Rock Island Counties for three decades by bringing people together to build, rehabilitate, and maintain safe and affordable homes. Since 1993, 125 homes have been completed with five currently under construction. Additionally, Habitat QC is embarking on full home renovations to four properties made possible by a relationship and partnership with the City of Davenport. Former Executive Director Kristi Crafton, who retired last month…

Davenport, IOWA – According to the court documents, the defendants 26-year-old Najawaun Quinn and 30-year-old Dimetri Smith were convicted on Wednesday. Prosecutors released a statement and said that Quinn was convicted of Assault With a Dangerous Weapon in Aid of Racketeering, Using and Carrying a Firearm During and In Relation to a Crime of Violence, and Felon in Possession of a Firearm. Smith was convicted of two counts of Assault With a Dangerous Weapon in Aid of Racketeering and two counts of Using and Carrying a Firearm During and In Relation to a Crime of Violence. In 2016 and 2017, as…