It is not every day that I get a notice on legal letterhead, but it happened last week. The attorney for the city of Princeton had some concerns about my article last week, “Mobile home tenants must vacate by Oct. 30” (NSP 9/30).

Oct. 6, 2021: The Eldridge City Council voted 3-2 to fire city administrator Lisa Kotter, following an independent investigation recommended her termination. The investigation report detailed complaints from department heads saying Kotter was a bully who facilitated rumors and gossiped behind employees’ backs. However, the report also placed equal blame on Kotter and Eldridge mayor Marty O’Boyle for creating a chaotic and negative work environment at city hall.

"I support Christina Bohannan, Josh Turek, and Rob Sand.  I hope you will too.  Let's replace the dysfunctional dead weight with people who will put constituents first, not their political party ..."

"Since benefits are being slashed for vets, vote for those who support tangible programs to assist our heroes ..."

Oct. 3, 2001: Controversy surrounded a flyer mailed out by members of the Eldridge Family Aquatic Center Committee. Residents raised questions after the city logo appeared twice in the flyer, once next to the words “vote yes.” City hall was also listed as the return address for the mailing. That led to concern that the city had paid for the mailer, and even accusations that the committee was trying to dupe residents into believing the city was endorsing the pool project. A resident even raised questions about campaign finance violations, as the brochure didn’t include a financial disclosure. Council member Brad Noel and mayor Larry Rauch said no city money had been used for the project. 

When I was a kid in Chilmark, Mass., my parents counted the votes on election night.  Voters cast paper ballots and the town gathered them in a hand-cranked ballot box. My parents then joined the city clerk, whose son was my best friend, to count the votes. With a few hundred ballots it took several hours. It was a social occasion.

"Feed Our Children had another successful summer making and delivering bag lunches to North Scott students ..."

"While I have no problem being attacked for my perfect attendance voting record, ads that lie about hospital closings are dangerous to those who live in these communities and need health care ..."

"Do not ask if the candidate is R or D. Require only if he/she will act to reduce government. Do your job as a responsible American. There's no one else out there ..."

"I am incredibly thankful to the firefighters, sheriff’s deputies and Medic who responded to our farm. They put themselves in harm’s way to help protect our property and, most importantly, our family and employees ..."

Jack Bergert Sr. will celebrate his 90th birthday on Saturday, Oct. 24. All friends and relatives are invited to join him from noon – 4 p.m. at DeWitt United Methodist Church, 222 12th St., DeWitt. Lunch will be provided.

Janet “Jan” Nelson passed away peacefully Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026, in DeWitt.

Jamie Peterman, 39, passed away on Sept. 22, 2026, leaving behind family, friends, and countless others whose lives were touched by her kindness and enormous heart. A celebration of Jamie’s life will be held on Oct. 10, from 1-5 p.m. at the McCausland Fire Station. The address to the fire station is 307 N. Salina Street, McCausland. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Sophia and Emma Dexter Educational Fund.

Jack Steven Davis, devoted father of Trudi Davis, Becky Rosazza, Bridgette Davis, and Margaret Davis, and son of the late John J. Davis and Blondena L. Ward, died on Sept. 24, 2026. Born on Aug. 29, 1949, Jack was a proud graduate of the North Scott High School Class of 1967. Jack was married first to Dot Kohler and later to Cindi Davis, with whom he remained friends long after their divorces. Jack took pride in being a dad and grandfather, and in his work as both a union meat packer at Oscar Mayer and later a custodian at St. Ambrose University. Jack’s work ethic and commitment to providing for his family were admirable.

Ralph J. Tuftee, 71, of Eldridge passed away on Monday, Sept. 21, 2026, at Mercy One Genesis, Davenport.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Jane (Goethals) Remley, 94, of Eldridge, formerly of Davenport, will be held at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30, at Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church, Davenport. Visitation will be two hours prior to Mass on Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in Davenport Memorial Park. Halligan-McCabe-DeVries Funeral Home, Davenport, is assisting the family with arrangements.

A celebration of life for Jamie Peterman, 39, will be held from 1-5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, at the McCausland Fire Station, 307 N. Salina St., McCausland. The Runge Mortuary, Davenport, is assisting the family with arrangements.

A memorial service for Jack Steven Davis will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, at Chambers Funeral Home, Eldridge. Visitation will be two hours prior to the service at the funeral home. A gathering of friends will be held immediately following the memorial service at Al & Gerry's in Eldridge.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Jane (Goethals) Remley, 94, of Eldridge, formerly of Davenport, will be held at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30, at Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church, Davenport. Visitation will be two hours prior to the service on Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in Davenport Memorial Park. Halligan-McCabe-DeVries Funeral Home, Davenport, is assisting the family with arrangements.

One former Wilton couple recently celebrated their golden anniversary and their unwavering love that has stood the test of time.

Funeral services for Patricia Hansen, 89, of Eldridge, were held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 22, at Cornerstone Church, Eldridge. A private family inurnment took place at the Rock Island National Cemetery, Rock Island. Family greeted friends on Tuesday from 9 a.m. to service time at the church.

Funeral Services and Mass of Christian Burial for Beverly “Bev” McCreary, 90, of Davenport, were held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 21, at Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church, Davenport. Burial will be at National Cemetery, Rock Island Arsenal.  Visitation was from 9 a.m. until time of services at the church.  Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or the church.

A celebration of life for Ralph J. Tuftee, 71, of Eldridge, will be held from 10 a.m. - noon on Saturday, Sept. 26, in the fellowship hall at St. Ann's Catholic Church, Long Grove. Inurnment will be in St. Ann's Cemetery. The McGinnis-Chambers Funeral Home, Bettendorf, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Funeral services and a Mass of Christian Burial for Beverly "Bev" McCreary, 90, of Davenport, will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Sept. 21, at Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church, Davenport. Visitation will be two hours prior to the service on Monday at the church. Burial will be in Rock Island National Cemetery. Halligan-McCabe-DeVries Funeral Home, Davenport, is assisting the family with arrangements. 

A funeral service for Patricia Hansen, 89, of Eldridge, will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22, at Cornerstone Church, Eldridge. Visitation will be two hours prior to the service on Tuesday at the church. Private family inurnment will be in Rock Island National Cemetery. Chambers Funeral Home, Eldridge, is assisting the family with arrangements.