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Memorial Day services set across Scott County

The public is invited to attend one of the oldest continuous observances of Memorial Day west of the Mississippi River at the 106th annual Memorial Day Service at Historic Summit Church on Utica Ridge Road, 21980 210th Ave., Davenport.

Stutting makes Senate candidacy official

In a statement released Monday, Joe Stutting, superintendent of the North Scott School District and lifelong public servant, officially announced his candidacy for the Iowa Senate as a Republican.

Payne named Iowa Emergency Manager of the Year

The Scott County Emergency Management Commission is proud to announce that Brian Payne, Scott County Emergency Management Director, has been named by the Iowa Emergency Management Association as the Emergency Manager of the Year. 

NS students honored for academic achievements

Prior to the North Scott Educational Foundation’s scholarship presentation on Wednesday, May 14, students in grades 10-12 were honored for their academic achievements through the school year during the 44th annual Honors Assembly.

NS students named to honor orchestras

During the 2024-2025 school year, North Scott High School had three students accepted into the South Eastern Iowa String Teachers Association honor orchestra.

Live Market to Market show in LeClaire

Market to Market is hitting the road! Join Iowa PBS for a special event to celebrate a remarkable milestone — the 50th season of Market to Market. This iconic television program has been a trusted source of agricultural news and analysis for five decades and today, you can watch the show on 21 public television stations across 16 states or online anytime at markettomarket.org. 

Larry M. Gronewold Unit # 532 Donahue Auxiliary announces four Merit Award winners

Larry M. Gronewold Unit # 532 Donahue Auxiliary announces four Merit Award winners

White Roofing under new ownership

On May 16, 2025, Connor Construction completed the purchase of the White Roofing Co., Inc. business located in Eldridge. Tyler Connor, owner of Connor Construction, located in Dewitt, will lead the next generation of White Roofing Co.'s growth and expansion. Rob and Pam White founded White Roofing in 1970.
Sheriff & Police news
View the Scott County Sheriff's report from the May 21 NSP!

View the Scott County Sheriff's report from the May 21 NSP!

Sports
Track and Field

'All of the work we put in paid off'

From elite times to surprise qualifiers and last-minute changes to the lineup paying off, Thursday’s district track meet had everything.
Track and Field

Worth the wait

The Lancers girls had to work for it Thursday night and sweat it out Friday morning. But in the end, they can call the regional track meet a success.
Boys' Tennis

Lucas Persson goes back-to-back

This year’s boys’ district tennis tournament was seemingly over before it even began.
Baseball

Taking the pieces and building a puzzle

There is no shortage of options this year for co-coaches Travis Ralfs and Brad Ward. 25 kids on their varsity baseball roster are the most in over 10 years.
Girls' Soccer

A first time for everything

Despite one goal scored in 80 minutes, North Scott and Pleasant Valley put on one of the most entertaining games of the season.
Opinion
A brief, sleep-deprived note to the Class of 2025
I’ve written about this before, but high school has changed a lot since my day.
Thoughts on graduation and other traditions
In honor of North Scott's graduation on Sunday, we present a favorite Impressions column of Bill Tubbs', originally published May 15, 1974.
1985: Gronewolds remember son Larry on Memorial Day
May 22, 1985: As several area communities made plans to mark Memorial Day, Elmer and Dorothy Gronewold of Donahue were remembering their son, Larry, who was killed in Vietnam in March of 1968. While the Gronewolds said they had always paid tribute to deceased family and friends on Memorial Day, the event became more poignant to them after they became a Gold Star family. The American Legion Post in Donahue was named after Larry.
Senator proud of legislative accomplishments this session
Almost two weeks after our scheduled finish, the legislative session officially concluded. It was a busy end to the session as we worked on several major issues and priorities to finish the year.
Honor Flights remind veterans their service still matters
"The Honor Flight of the Quad Cities doesn’t just take veterans on a trip—it brings them closure, honor, and the recognition they deserve ..."
Invest in food security for improved economic outcomes
"The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Meals on Wheels are critical programs that alleviate food insecurity and improve mental health outcomes for low-income individuals ..."
New business, block party in Maysville
"... I want to remind everyone of the Maysville Fire Department block party on June 7, noon till 11 p.m. ..."
1975: Trades strike halts construction at junior high
May 14, 1975: Construction work halted at the site of the future North Scott Junior High after Local 111 of the Iron Workers Union went on strike. All other unions working on the project decided to honor the strike until the iron workers had a new contract with the Quad Cities Builders Association. District officials said they were concerned, because construction on the project was scheduled to be completed by the end of July or middle of August so students could begin the school year there. Superintendent Melvin Heiler was exploring several options, from delaying the start of school at all levels, postponing just seventh and eighth grade, starting the junior high students at the high school in extremely overcrowded conditions, or splitting shifts at the high school until the junior high could open.
GOP tax break won’t paper over Iowa’s unfair system of raising revenue
Rest assured, Iowa. Republicans in Des Moines have heard your concerns about high prices, and they’re doing something about it.
Tariffs, tax cuts, disproportionately affect low-income residents
"Just like Trump’s import taxes, sales taxes fall the hardest on those who can least afford them. Inflicting pain on the least fortunate while continuing to cut revenue is immoral ..."
Announcements
Death Notice: Micheal Reedy
A Celebration of Life for Micheal Wayne Reedy, 75, of Eldridge, will be held from noon - 3 p.m. on Saturday, June 21, at the Dixon American Legion. A family burial will be held in the Dixon Memorial Cemetery at 11 a.m., prior to the Celebration of Life. Cremation will be directed by Mississippi Valley Cremation.
Death Notice: Ann Kuehl
A funeral service for Ann Cecelia Kuehl, 83, of Eldridge, will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 24, at Faith Lutheran Church, Eldridge. Burial will be in the Durant Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday, May 23, from 4-7 p.m. at the church. Chambers Funeral Home of Eldridge is assisting the family with arrangements.
Death Notice: David Hotchkiss
A funeral service celebrating the life of David Lee Hotchkiss, 81, of Eldridge, will be held at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, May 29, at Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church, Davenport. Visitation will be two hours prior to the service at the church. Per his wishes, cremation rites will be accorded, and burial will be in Sugar Creek Cemetery, Preston. The Halligan-McCabe-DeVries Funeral Home, Davenport, is assisting the family with arrangements.
Obituary: Nancy Kerns
Nancy Kerns (née Power), a cherished wife, mother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend, passed away on April 23, 2025.
Obituary: Arlouine ‘Cass’ Needham
Arlouine “Cass” Needham, age 84, of Walcott, passed away Monday, May 5, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.  A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, May 31, at The Bethel Global Methodist Church, Sigourney, with Reverend Doug Cue officiating.  A memorial gathering will be held from 10-11 a.m., prior to the service at the church.  Online condolences may be left at www.bentleyfuneralhome.com. 
Obituary: Mark Burgmeier
Mark J. Burgmeier, 69, of Princeton, died May 8, 2025, at his home.
Obituary: LeRoy Stoltenberg
A funeral service for LeRoy F. Stoltenberg, 80, of Davenport and Brownsville, Texas, was held at noon on Monday, May 12, at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Davenport. Visitation was two hours prior to the service on Monday at the church. Per his wishes, his ashes will be spread on the Island of Moloka’i, Hawaii. Weerts Funeral Home, Davenport, assisted the family with arrangements.
Death Notice: Mark Burgmeier
A funeral service for Mark John Burgmeier, 69, of Princeton, will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, May 16, at the Halligan-McCabe-DeVries Funeral Home, Davenport. Burial will be in Pine Hill Cemetery, Davenport. Visitation will be Thursday, May 15, from 4-7 p.m. at the funeral home.
Death Notice: Arlouine 'Cass' Needham
A memorial service for Arlouine "Cass" Needham, 84, of Walcott, will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 31, at The Bethel Global Methodist Church, Sigourney. A memorial gathering will be held one hour prior to the service at the church. Bentley Funeral Home, Durant, is assisting the family with arrangements.
Obituary: Elizabeth Hoag
Betty (Elizabeth Ann) Hoag, 80, has been called to her heavenly reward on April 26, 2025, after her second courageous battle with cancer.
Obituary: Sally Tobin
Sally S. Tobin, 75, of Eldridge, died peacefully, Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at Grand Haven Retirement Community, Eldridge, following a courageous battle with cancer.  She was surrounded by family and friends at the time of her passing.
Death Notice: Sally Tobin
A Memorial Mass for Sally Sue Tobin, 75, of Eldridge, will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 14, at St. Ann's Catholic Church, Long Grove. Burial will be in St. Ann's Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday, May 13, from 4-6 p.m. at the church. Additional visitation will be one hour prior to Mass at the church. Please dress casually, preferably in your Iowa Hawkeye attire and a favorite pair of shoes. The Halligan-McCabe-DeVries Funeral Home, Davenport, is assisting the family with arrangements.
Obituary: Galen 'Al' Moore
Galen Allen “Al” Moore, 78, of Eldridge, formerly of DeWitt, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, Thursday, April 24, 2025, at Fieldstone of DeWitt.
Obituary: Marcia Golinghorst
Marcia Ann Golinghorst, age 77, of Walcott, passed away on Monday, April 21, 2025, at Fieldstone of DeWitt.  A visitation was held from 2-4 p.m., Sunday, April 27, at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Davenport.  A funeral service was held at 4 p.m., following the visitation at the church.  Cremation rites were accorded following the funeral service.  A Celebration of Life was held from 6-8 p.m., Sunday, April 27, at the Walcott American Legion. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Walcott, Maysville or Dixon Fire Departments.  Online condolences may be left at www.bentleyfuneralhome.com.
Obituary: Diane Sievers
Diane E. Sievers, age 62, of Dixon, passed away Saturday, April 19, 2025, at Genesis East Medical Center, Davenport. A visitation was held from 4-7 p.m., Thursday, April 24, at Faith Lutheran Church in Calamus.  A funeral service was held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, April 25, at the church.  Burial took place in Dixon Cemetery.  Memorials may be made to Dixon Fire Department, Dixon American Legion or Faith Lutheran Church.  Online condolences may be left at www.bentleyfuneralhome.com.
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