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MercyOne Genesis digs in for Eldridge expansion

The 7,669 square-foot addition will expand MercyOne Genesis Eldridge Family Medicine, Convenient Care and Imaging and Laboratory services with 13 new exam rooms, and two procedure room.
Eldridge Utility Board

Utility board creates $75K administrative post

The City of Eldridge is pursuing an internal candidate for its first utility administrative manager position.
Eldridge City Council

Council sets $5K for city administrator purchase limit

The Eldridge City Council has approved a purchasing plan for city employees.

Donahue man faces misdemeanor indecent contact charge

Scott County sheriff’s deputies arrested a 67-year-old Donahue man on a charge of indecent contact with a child, an aggravated misdemeanor, after a minor reported being touched through clothing sometime between Sept. 1 and Oct. 1.

Rock Valley Physical Therapy moves Durant staff to Wilton

Rock Valley Physical Therapy closes its Durant clinic at year’s end, and staff will continue treating clients at the Wilton clinic, 400 Oversen Dr.

View the Scott County Sheriff's report from the Dec. 11 NSP!

View the Scott County Sheriff's report from the Dec. 11 NSP!

View the Eldridge Police report from the Dec. 11 NSP!

View the Eldridge Police report from the Dec. 11 NSP!

Council OKs school district subdivision

Over the objections of a group of residents and one member, the Eldridge City Council Monday advanced the first reading of an ordinance rezoning two parcels of land across the street from Ed White Elementary School as R-3 Multi-Family Residential with a Planned Residential Overlay.
Sheriff & Police news
View the Scott County Sheriff's report from the Dec. 4 NSP!

View the Scott County Sheriff's report from the Dec. 4 NSP!

Sports
Wrestling

Building on a solid foundation

These Lancers may not have the wealth of experience of other teams, or any shiny state tournament medals like other wrestlers. But if week one of the boys’ wrestling season proved anything, it is that this North Scott team can scrap with the best of them.
Girls' Wrestling

Metcalf begins Lancer title streak

Two weeks with two individual titles are keeping the vibes strong at the North Scott wrestling facility.
Girls' Basketball

Learning and bonding experiences

After two out-of-state games to begin the 2024 regular season, North Scott boys’ basketball is looking forward to getting back on home soil.
Girls' Basketball

MAC elites control start of conference play

After a thrilling win on opening night, North Scott came back from Thanksgiving break to face a brutal scheduling spot.
Boys' Swimming

North Scott cancels boys' swim season

North Scott High School canceled its boys’ swimming season, halting the start of the new program until next school year.
Opinion
1999: High school launches Key Club
Dec. 15, 1999:  Students at North Scott High School began a Key Club, which was a high school organization sponsored by Kiwanis International. Club members planned to wrap Christmas presents as a fundraiser and were looking for more projects. “It’s nice to get together to serve the community and not expect anything in return,” said club vice president Jill Pearson.
School District launches strategic plan
The North Scott Community School District is excited to announce the launch of a comprehensive strategic planning process. This process aims to create a clear and focused road map for the district over the next 3-5 years. This initiative will guide our efforts to ensure student success, enhance community engagement, and foster continuous improvement in our schools. 
Religious choice vs. Christian nationalism
American voters were under a lot of stress leading up to the Nov. 5 presidential election. That stress has continued since Donald Trump received less than 50 percent voter support. Hence, the majority of citizens are not wed to his unending plethora of promises.
Economy refutes campaign rhetoric
"According to Adobe Analytics, Black Friday shoppers spent a record $10.8 billion this year. Silly me, I thought the economy was terrible ..."
1984: Farmall, then Caterpillar fall
Dec. 5, 1984: Although the news did not come as a complete surprise, employees at the International Harvester Farmall plant in Rock Island were still disappointed to hear the plan would close. Officials with the company were scheduled to meet with employees to reveal their plans for the 1,650 workers who would be unemployed, but Don Keding of rural Long Grove was one of many affected who said it would be tough to find a new job. “It’s going to be damn tough to find something that will even come close to giving workers the fringe benefits and high salaries that major manufacturing has provided in this area.”
Too much Iowa public business occurs without the public
I was asked to speak last month at the annual conference of the National Freedom of Information Coalition. My remarks boiled down to a simple message: The public needs more information about their governments, not more secrecy from their governments.
Supervisors set 2025 state legislative agenda
Editor’s note: Scott County supervisors on Nov. 7 approved these priorities of the Iowa Urban County Coalition for taxpayer-funded lobbying of state legislators during the 2025 session. The coalition is comprised of supervisors from Linn, Black Hawk, Dubuque, Johnson, and Scott counties.
Bend of the River Pilot Club gift wrappers on duty now for good causes
"It is not too early to get those holiday gifts wrapped. Here is the perfect solution ..."
Thanks to elves providing tree for Eldridge Hometown Holidays
"The work and generosity of these businesses, organizations, and individuals, improve our community and our community events, one tree, even one string of lights, at a time.  What a wonderful community we live in! Thank you ..."
Tributes for another gift to the North Scott community
Tubbs family honored for initial pledge for bandshell fund drive
Announcements
Obituary: Kenneth Kelly
Kenneth D. Kelly, 72, a resident of Eldridge, passed away on Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family.
Obituary: Carroll Vis
Carroll L. “Cary” Vis, 92, of Eldridge, died Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024, at MercyOne Genesis, Davenport, surrounded by his family.
Obituary: Joyce DeCock
Joyce E. DeCock, 75, of Long Grove, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at her home.
Obituary: Lee Muller
Lee Warren Muller, 95, of Walcott, passed away Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024, at Better Living of Walcott.  A visitation was held from 3-5 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 8, at Calvary Church of Walcott.  A funeral service was held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, Dec. 9, at the church.  Memorials may be made to the Walcott American Legion or Calvary Church of Walcott.  Online condolences may be left at www.bentleyfuneralhome.com.
Obituary: Margaret Porth
Margaret “Rusty” (Bossert) Porth, longtime resident of Calamus and DeWitt, passed away peacefully with family by her side on Dec. 5, 2024, at Vitality Senior Living in St. Simons Island, Ga.
Obituary: Dennis O’Connor
A funeral service for Dennis Edward O’Connor, 64, of Davenport, will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 12, at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, Davenport. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Burial will be in St. Ann’s Catholic Cemetery, Long Grove.
Death Notice: Joyce DeCock
A Celebration of Life gathering for Joyce E. DeCock, 75, of Long Grove, will be held from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 18, at the Long Grove Community Center. Chambers Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
Death Notice: Lee Muller
A funeral service for Lee Warren Muller, 95, of Walcott, will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Dec. 9, at Calvary Church of Walcott. Visitation will be Sunday, Dec. 8, from 3-5 p.m. at the church. Bentley Funeral Home, Durant, is assisting the family with arrangements.
Death Notice: Carroll Vis
A memorial Mass celebrating the life of Carroll Lee "Cary" Vis,  92, of Eldridge, will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Dec. 9, at St. Ann's Catholic Church, Long Grove. Visitation will be one hour prior to Mass on Monday at the church. Burial will be in St. Ann's Cemetery. The Halligan-McCabe-DeVries Funeral Home, Davenport, is assisting the family with arrangements.
Death Notice: Kenneth Kelly
A memorial Mass celebrating the life of Kenneth D. Kelly, 72, of Eldridge, will be held at noon on Saturday, Dec. 14, at St. Ann's Catholic Church, Long Grove. Visitation will be two hours prior to the service at the church. Chambers Funeral Home, Eldridge, is assisting the family with arrangements.
Death Notice: Dennis O'Connor
A funeral service for Dennis Edward O’Connor, 64, of Davenport, will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 12, at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, Davenport. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Burial will be in St. Ann’s Catholic Cemetery, Long Grove.
Obituary: Joyce Wulf
Joyce E. Wulf, age 92, of Walcott, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2024, at Better Living of Walcott.  Cremation rites have been accorded. In accordance with her wishes, no services will be held at this time.  Memorials may be made to Walcott Fire Department or the Walcott American Legion, Post # 548 in her memory. Memorials and cards may be mailed to Jennifer Peterson, P.O. Box 85, Keithsburg, IL, 61442.  Online condolences may be left at www.bentleyfuneralhome.com.
Obituary: Lance Frye
Lance C. Frye, 77, of Davenport, passed away Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at his home surrounded by his beloved family.  A celebration of life will be held on Friday, Dec. 6, from 3-7 p.m. at the Rolling Meadows Event Center; 657 S. 16th Ave., Eldridge.  In lieu of flowers memorials in Lance’s name may be made to the North Scott Boys’ Basketball Program, Hospice Compassus, or to Lighthouse Homecare.
Obituary: Gary Ewoldt
Gary Ewoldt, 81, formerly of Eldridge, died after a year-long illness at his home in Chandler, Ariz., on Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024, with his wife Carol at his side.
Death Notice: Lance Frye
A celebration of life for Lance C. Frye, 77, of Davenport, will be held from 3-7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6, at Rolling Meadows Event Center, 657 S. 16th Ave., Eldridge. Weerts Funeral Home, Davenport, is assisting the family with arrangements.
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Downtown Eldridge lights up again for Hometown Holiday

The Eldridge-North Scott Chamber of Commerce is ready to kick off the season, as Hometown Holiday is set for this Friday, Dec. 6, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in downtown Eldridge.

Festival of Carols, Dec. 7 at Olde St. Ann's

A Festival of Carols Concert will be presented by the North Scott Singers on Saturday, Dec. 7, at 5:30 p.m.