Author: Nick Green

Davenport, IOWA – According to the state officials, Governor Reynolds issued a statement in response to announcement of year-round sale of E15. Governor Kim Reynolds released the following statement: “Thank you to the Biden Administration for this very welcome news. While there is more to be done from the Administration to address high energy and fuel prices, unrestricted access to E15 is a great first step.   “This action, although temporary, will ensure Iowans continued access to E15 and higher blends of ethanol. It is critical that the EPA implements this in a way to fully allow E15 for the entire summer driving season.  I will continue to fight for our agriculture and renewable fuels…

Middle school teachers have been reassigned after a video shared on social media shows them yelling at a classroom of students and using racial slurs. Both public school teachers have been reassigned after a video shared on social media shows them using racial slurs. Per reports, the video reportedly shows the two teachers yelling at a classroom of students and use the N-word at least twice. In the video, one of the educators told the students that she was tired of the excuse that race plays a factor in how police officers respond to people. This incident occurred at the Carrithers Middle School in Kentucky. According to Courier Journal, both…

Scott County, IOWA – According to the Scott County Sheriff’s Office, the fatal accident occurred right before 11 p.m. late Sunday night. It happened on Great River Road. Scott County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a report of a crash. The responding deputies discovered that the 63-year-old driver of Cadillac CTS was traveling north on Great River Road when he lost control of the vehicle. The vehicle began to slide sideways off the road to the east, trip over and strike two trees and then land onto the passenger’s side. SCSO officials said the victim’s vehicle landed approximately 50 to 60 feet…

Davenport, IOWA – According to the officials, the Davenport Police Department is seeking its sixth reaccreditation, a highly-prized recognition of law enforcement professional excellence. Officials said that the verification by the team that the Davenport Police Department meets the Commission’s stringent, state-of-the-art standards exemplifying the best practices in law enforcement is part of a voluntary process to gain reaccreditation. As part of the assessment, agency employees and members of the community are invited to offer comments directly to the assessment team. Telephone comments as well as appearances at the public information session are limited to 10 minutes and must address…

Davenport, IOWA – According to the statement, the traffic signal arm on Harrison St at 16th St was blocking Harrison south of 16th. The responding crews spent several hours to remove the signal from the roadway. Police officials said that motorists will need to stop at the intersection of 16th St and Harrison and watch for traffic before turning or moving through the intersection. Harrison St traffic will not stop. On Monday, right before 7 a.m. the Davenport Public Works published on Facebook that the Harrison St has re-opened at 16th St. This is a developing story and it will be…

Davenport, IOWA – According to the state officials, avian influenza is a highly transmissible, naturally occurring disease often found in certain waterfowl and shorebirds. Officials have announced that there are various strains of the disease ranging from strains causing no harm to domestic poultry to strains that are lethal. Avian influenza can exist in a deceased bird for several weeks, depending upon environmental conditions. The state wildlife veterinarian with the Iowa Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Dr. Rachel Ruden, released the following statement: “Bird loss in the wild is a natural occurrence, so seeing one dead bird shouldn’t be cause…

Cedar Rapids, IOWA – According to the police officials, the shooting occurred right after 1 a.m. early Sunday morning. It happened at Taboo Nightclub and Lounge located at 415 Third Street SE. Cedar Rapids Police Department officers responded to a shooting call. When the officers arrived on scene, they reportedly found more than 10 victims. Police said two victims were pronounced dead and and approximately ten more are injured and received medical attention at multiple local hospitals. Cedar Rapids Police were on routine downtown patrol when the shooting occurred and were able to respond immediately. Police are currently interviewing witnesses. Please…

Muscatine, IOWA – According to the city officials, the Historic Preservation Month celebration will be held from 2-4 p.m. on May 14, 2022, at the Muscatine Art Center. Officials have announced that the nominations need to include the property owner’s name and address as well as a description of the type of work completed. Owners can nominate their own property and/or work, or individuals can nominate properties that they know about. Work should have focused on retaining the historic integrity of the property and have been completed in 2020 or 2021. Before and after photos should be attached to the…