Good morning, Davenport.

On Thursday, 30 volunteers from Rhythm City Casino and John Deere cleaned Youth Hope in Moline to support after-school programs for at-risk youth + prepare a safe space for learning.

United Way’s Day of Caring helped bring local support to a key community center.

The inaugural Quad Cities Back the Blue Flight returned home to the Quad Cities today after a day in Washington, D.C. — it honored active and retired law enforcement officers from Scott and Rock Island counties.

Country Orchids Florist & Boutique, led by local mother-and-daughter duo Michelle Crow and Chelsea Lesniewski, will open tomorrow in Davenport offering combined florist and boutique services for community shoppers.

Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds signed a proclamation that allows vehicles carrying grain, fertilizer, and manure to exceed standard weight limits on Iowa highways (excluding the interstate) and the rule will remain in effect through Oct.

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UnityPoint Health named Shari King as the new Quad Cities market president effective Sunday, Sept.

6 — she replaces Shawn Morrow and will work with local leaders to improve care access and coordination.

Trinity Health Foundation announced that the 30th annual Pinnacle Rally for Breast Cancer raised a record $35,000 at Pinnacle Country Club in Milan to support mammogram screenings and diagnostic tests for those in need, plus it exceeded its $30,000 goal.

Cancer Support Community at Gilda’s Club is hosting Voices for Cancer Care on Wednesday, Sept.

16 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Gilda’s Club Davenport on MercyOne Genesis Davenport West Campus, inviting elected officials & candidates to meet residents impacted by cancer.

In 1911, local teams sparked a fierce rivalry and a fan riot that marked the start of pro football in the Quad-Cities (a legacy that shaped the area's sports culture).