June 20, 1973: Dixon experienced its worst flooding in 138 years after the banks of Walnut Creek and Mud Creed overflowed due to flash flooding. Wave depths of 16-30 feet swept over the road from Dixon to Big Rock, leaving debris scattered. Fire chief Clarence “Butch” Richeln Jr. and assistant fire chief Leon Moeller narrowly escaped drowning after their boat capsized during an attempt to evacuate Mrs. Perry Doss from her flooded home. They were rescued by sheriff’s deputies and posse members, patrolmen with the Iowa Highway Patrol, Dixon residents and members of the fire department. more

Reps. Randy Feenstra, and Mariannette Miller Meeks joined Sen. Joni Ernst for the annual congressional baseball game, June 14 at Nationals Park. more

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"Although many of the maternal health proposals she’s championed have not yet been signed into law, Iowa ACEs 360 appreciates Sen. Cournoyer’s commitment to these issues and urges her fellow legislators to make caring for our caregivers a priority ..." more

"Everyone agrees we should slash wasteful spending.  The problem comes with identifying specific cuts ..." more

"I was inspired by your column to fill out the form to reduce my property tax at the county assessor’s office ..." more

Chris and Connie Connolly of LeClaire will celebrate their 40th anniversary on June 26. more

Robert T. “Bob” Maher III, 73, a resident of Princeton, died on Saturday, June 17, 2023, at his home surrounded by his beloved family. more

Roger Dean Blake, age 68, of Davenport, passed away on Wednesday, June 14, 2023, at Genesis East Medical Center, Davenport. A visitation was held from 3-6 p.m., Sunday, June 18, at Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church, Davenport.  A funeral mass was held at 10 a.m., Monday, June 19, at the church.  Burial took place in Maysville Cemetery. The family requested casual and relaxed attire.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Mississippi Valley Fair Youth Dairy Show or Scott County 4-H.  Online condolences may be left at www.bentleyfuneralhome.com. more

James A. Criswell, 91, of Bettendorf, passed away on Sunday, June 11, 2023, at Genesis Medical Center – East Campus, Davenport. more

Dorothy M. Curtis, 88, of Donahue, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 11, 2023, at Genesis East Medical Center, Davenport.  Visitation was held from 4-7 p.m. on Friday, June 16, at the Runge Mortuary & Crematory. Funeral service was at 10 a.m. on Saturday in the Runge Mortuary Chapel.  Burial followed in Davenport Memorial Park.  Memorials may be made to the Donahue Fire Dept., who provided wonderful care for Robert and Dorothy. Condolences can be shared at www.rungemortuary.com. more

Thomas J. Barnet, 85, of Davenport, died Sunday, June 18, 2023, at the Clarissa C. Cook Hospice House, Bettendorf. Per his wishes, cremation will take place, and private inurnment will follow at Rock Island National Cemetery. Weerts Funeral Home, Davenport, is assisting the family with arrangements. more

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

View the Eldridge police report from the June 21 NSP! more

First: PHYLLIS Middle: ANDREA Last: LEE Affix: Permanent ID: 23-29129 Sex: Female Date of Birth: 6/27/1987 Current Age: 35 Age at Booking: 35 Height: 5' 04" Weight: 204 Pounds Race: African … more

First: LAKESHIA Middle: TENIERE Last: FISHBACK Affix: Permanent ID: 14-13092 Sex: Female Date of Birth: 7/17/1975 Current Age: 47 Age at Booking: 47 Height: 5' 10" Weight: 170 Pounds Race: … more

First: MATTHEW Middle: JAMES Last: BURGESS Affix: Permanent ID: 11-04672 Sex: Male Date of Birth: 7/20/1988 Current Age: 34 Age at Booking: 34 Height: 5' 05" Weight: 150 Pounds Race: White Hair … more

North Scott baseball had not played a non-conference road game in over three weeks, but it didn’t take long for the Lancers to reacclimate to life on the road. more

The Lancers had a rare six-day stretch in between games, and they had their engines fully revved up when they stepped back out on the diamond on Monday against Clinton. more

Construction work was expected to close First Street at the fire station this week, launching a detour that moves traffic to Cadda Road on Pine and Main Streets. more