Calm and professional. That’s how emergency dispatcher Tasha Elick remained as she talked to a caller threatening suicide. She didn’t just send help. She provided it. more

The outdoor track and field season hasn’t even started yet, but the Lancer girls are already winning. more

While every year the athletes change, one thing remains the same in high school track and field — the 400 meters around the oval. more

A celebration of life for Robert "Bob" Wichtoski, 74, of Green Bay, Wis., formerly of Long Grove and Davenport, will be held from 1-4 p.m. Saturday, April 6, at the Long Grove Community Center. Bob loved football and the Green Bay Packers, so wear Bob's favorite team colors or your team colors. Please join the family to share your favorite memories and honor an incredible man and his special life. Per his wishes, cremation rites have been accorded, and burial will be in Davenport Memorial Park later in April.  more

First: JOEL Middle: LUCAS Last: MARTIN Affix: Permanent ID: 19-22806 Sex: Male Date of Birth: 6/7/1980 Current Age: 43 Age at Booking: 43 Height: 6' 04" Weight: 240 Pounds Race: White Hair … more

A bill allowing state agencies to have annual audits performed by private accountants was returned without recommendation to the House State Government Committee by a subcommittee March 12. more

House lawmakers approved legislation March 13 that would provide funding for schools to implement safety measures — including allowances for schools to pay for arming staff. more

A bill that would prohibit Iowa food processors from using misleading labels on fake meat products was advanced by a House committee on Tuesday, ensuring it will remain viable after a legislative deadline this week. more

A new analysis of the federal government’s enforcement of animal-welfare laws has found that regulators penalize only 1 percent of the breeders who are cited for violations. more

The Iowa House passed legislation March 11 on local storm water and top soil regulation after the same bill failed the previous week. more

Despite a slight reduction in expected incoming taxes, the Revenue Estimating Conference predicted Iowa will collect about $9.6 billion in the current fiscal year as Iowa lawmakers begin review of individual income tax cuts proposed by Gov. Kim Reynolds and lawmakers. more

School districts would be required to report to a state board if they take disciplinary action against licensed employees for “grooming” or abusing a student under a bill passed by the Iowa House March 11. more

Van Meter Inc. is helping power the future of the electrical industry through its new Spark Your Success Scholarship. The $2,500 scholarship is awarded to up to four individuals who have completed a high school degree or GED and are pursuing a field related to the electrical trades. more

Join eastern Iowa families once again for the traditional Easter egg hunt in DeWitt. more

View the Eldridge Police report from the March 20 NSP! more

View the Scott County Sheriff's report from the March 20 NSP! more

There are at least 721 water body segments in Iowa that do not meet water quality standards for recreation, public water supplies and the protection of aquatic life, according to the state Department of Natural Resources. more

Iowa’s public universities are seeing increased interest in on-campus living from new and returning students, citing convenience and satisfaction with offered resources by their colleges. more

Holy Week services set to honor resurrection of Christ more

A memorial Mass for Kathleen L. “Kathy” Wierzba, 78, of Walcott, will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 23, at Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church, Davenport. Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. until the time of Mass on Saturday at the church. The Runge Mortuary, Davenport, is assisting the family with arrangements. more