Maybe by February we'll settle into a good rhythm in our daily lives. That is our wish, at least.

Sometimes, in the dead of winter, you need to spread a little warmth to the world. So why not rewind the North Scott highlight reel and showcase a group of ladies that make Friday nights in Lancer Stadium so special?

Jan. 22, 1997: A survey conducted by the Scott County Sheriff’s Department found that one-third of county residents felt that crime had increased in rural areas of the county. In reality, crime was the lowest it had been in five years. The department had recently formed the Community Oriented Policing and Problem Solving Unit (C.O.P.P.S.) to help educate the public through crime prevention, neighborhood watch programs and open communication.

Gov. Kim Reynolds took time in her Condition of the State message to accuse Iowa teachers and school administrators of “pushing their world view” on students by allowing certain books in the school library or classroom.

This week marks the first week of the 89th general assembly. I am very excited to be back at the Capitol and back to work for the people of Iowa.

January 10th started the first week of the Iowa Legislative Assembly that is set to last 100 days. The first week involves organization of the session and features speeches by Gov. Kim Reynolds, Chief Justice Suzy Christensen, Major General Ben Corell of the Iowa National Guard and other legislative leaders.

Attacking Trafficking, a local faith-based group dedicated to ending human trafficking, has announced that it will hold a prayer service to end human trafficking on Sunday, Jan. 23, 2 p.m. at St. Alban’s Episcopal Church in Davenport.

"The Iowa Alliance for Retired Americans is alarmed with Governor Kim Reynolds' vision for Iowa. Iowa seniors value a strong economy where our families can live and thrive. From tax cuts to undermining our schools and our future ability to fund public needs, her vision is out of focus ..."

"Senator Grassley supports law enforcement like he interprets the Constitution ..."

"A BIG thank you to the staff of Genesis Eldridge Rehab Center ..."

Ronald Arp of Long Grove will celebrate his 80th birthday with a family dinner. Cards and well wishes may be sent to Ron at 29674 200th Ave., Long Grove, IA 52756.

Delmar Lee Brus, 86, of Walcott, passed away Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022, at Genesis Medical Center East Campus in Davenport. Visitation will be held on Friday, Jan. 21, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Bentley Funeral Home in Durant.   Funeral services will be held on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home.  Burial will take place in the Walcott Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be made to Walcott Firefighters or the Durant Ambulance. 

Herman Joseph VenHorst died at Clarissa Cook Hospice House on Thursday, Jan. 13, 2022. Visitation was held from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 16, at Weerts Funeral Home. A funeral Mass was held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 17, at St. John Vianney Church, Bettendorf. Burial followed at Mt. Calvary Cemetery.

William Joseph Loussaert, 64, formerly of Long Grove, passed away, Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, at Riverview Manor, Pleasant Valley.

James R. Claeys passed away peacefully on Dec. 31, 2021, in his home in Bonita Springs, Fla. He was 78. Jim is remembered for his faith, deep love and friendship for all in his life, generosity of his time and love for adventure.

Deanna Lee Moore, 84, of Davenport, passed away Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, at Clarissa C. Cook Hospice House in Bettendorf.  Per her request, cremation rites will be accorded.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.rungemortuary.com. Memorials may be made to T.T.T. Society, Chapter AF of which she was an active member.

Joan E. Peters, 83, of Bettendorf, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 13, 2022, at Genesis Medical Center - East, Davenport, surrounded by family.

Funeral services and Mass of Christian Burial for Steven M. White, 70, of Maysville, were held at 10 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 14, at Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church, Davenport. Burial was in the Maysville Cemetery.  A prayer service was held at 4 p.m. on Thursday at the Halligan-McCabe-DeVries Funeral Home, with visitation following until 7 p.m.  There was additional visitation from 9-10 a.m. on Friday at the church.  Memorials may be made to the Oral Cancer Foundation or the Our Lady of Victory Foundation.

A memorial service for Johnny Lee Platt Jr., 37, of Kansas City, Kan., will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 29, at the Walcott Coliseum, 116 E. Bryant St., Walcott.

A funeral service for Pamela J. Samara, 66, of Eldridge, was held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 18, at the Halligan-McCabe-DeVries Funeral Home, Davenport. Visitation was one hour prior to the service on Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial was in Rock Island National Cemetery.

A funeral service for Chadwick Layne Lekwa, 58, of Eldridge, will be held at a date and time to be determined. Burial will be in Davenport. Beatty & Peterseim Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

A funeral service for Dean Franklin Bassett, 85, of Eldridge, will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 20, at Chambers Funeral Home, Eldridge. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service on Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Davenport Memorial Park.

A funeral service for Pamela J. Samara, 66, of Eldridge, will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 18, at the Halligan-McCabe-DeVries Funeral Home, Davenport. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service on Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Rock Island National Cemetery.

The rumors are true, he has retired!

Sue Ann Bader turned 90 years young on Jan. 11.