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From rebuilds to rebirths to retoolings, it should be a fun Big 6 football season
From rebuilds to rebirths to retoolings, it should be a fun Big 6 football season
As always, there are plenty of storylines to watch heading into the Western Big 6 Conference football season. Here are a few of them to ponder before Sunday's Kickoff banquet.
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Tommy John, All-Star pitcher whose pioneering surgery changed baseball, dies at 83
Tommy John, All-Star pitcher whose pioneering surgery changed baseball, dies at 83
Tommy John, the namesake of a revolutionary elbow surgery that has saved thousands of pitchers' careers over the past five decades, including his own, has died at the age of 83, the Los Angeles Dodgers announced Sunday.
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Walter Braud leaves legacy of achievement, leadership, friendship and faith
Walter Braud leaves legacy of achievement, leadership, friendship and faith
Walter Braud, the first Black judge of Illinois' 14th Judicial Circuit, is remembered by friends for his achievement, leadership, friendship and faith. Braud died Thursday at age 86.
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MARK-TO-MARKET: For Caterpillar, AI revolution has turned to an industrial revolution
MARK-TO-MARKET: For Caterpillar, AI revolution has turned to an industrial revolution
According to data from Gartner, total global spending on AI is expected to reach $2.6 trillion in 2026.
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Quad-Cities farm stands getting creative with their offerings
Quad-Cities farm stands getting creative with their offerings
Area farm stands are evolving beyond simple driveway setups, embracing more elaborate self-service formats.
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The Fan Files: Michigan fan sees fresh start under Kyle Whittingham, playoff potential
The Fan Files: Michigan fan sees fresh start under Kyle Whittingham, playoff potential
Growing up in India, Ashray Mohit did not attend his first football game until his second year at Michigan in 2021. Now, he's following every Wolverines podcast and message board.
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Storms begin halfway through Red, White and Boom: 13 images from Rock island's Schwiebert Park
Storms begin halfway through Red, White and Boom: 13 images from Rock island's Schwiebert Park
Red, White and Boom started 15 minutes early, but the rains came about halfway through, sending the crowd at Schwiebert Park, Rock Island, to their vehicles before the grand finale.
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Special Weather Statement until SAT 9:45 PM CDT
Special Weather Statement until SAT 9:45 PM CDT
Strong Thunderstorms Bringing Gusty Winds and Heavy Rainfall This Evening
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Special Weather Statement until SAT 9:30 PM CDT
Special Weather Statement until SAT 9:30 PM CDT
Strong Thunderstorms Bringing Gusty Winds and Heavy Rainfall This Evening
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Competition, camaraderie, pride keeps tuggers coming back to TugFest
Competition, camaraderie, pride keeps tuggers coming back to TugFest
TugFest 2026 competitors pulled out all the stops as LeClaire and Port Byron battled for the Alabaster Eagle Trophy across the Mississippi River.
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23 images of TugFest from the LeClaire Iowa side of the Mississippi River
23 images of TugFest from the LeClaire Iowa side of the Mississippi River
TugFest 2026 was held Saturday in LeClaire and Port Byron as 11 teams and one high school team competed for the Alabaster Eagle Trophy.
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Davenport felon sentenced to more than 9 years in federal prison for possessing rifle
Davenport felon sentenced to more than 9 years in federal prison for possessing rifle
A Davenport felon has been sentenced to nine years and seven months in federal prison after pleading guilty to possessing a rifle.
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DNC approves 2028 early primary calendar, again leaving Iowa Democrats out
DNC approves 2028 early primary calendar, again leaving Iowa Democrats out
The decision excludes Iowa from the party’s early presidential nominating window again, raising questions about whether the state party will comply.
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How 5th-year DBs Xavier Scott and Matthew Bailey worked their way back to lead an experienced Illini secondary
How 5th-year DBs Xavier Scott and Matthew Bailey worked their way back to lead an experienced Illini secondary
CHAMPAIGN — If all had gone according to plan, Xavier Scott would have been the latest in a recent group of Illinois defensive backs to be drafted into the NFL
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Photos: Floatzilla kayakers launch from Bass Street Landing
Photos: Floatzilla kayakers launch from Bass Street Landing
Hundreds of people made their way down the Mississippi River to Lake Potter via kayak, canoe or stand up paddle boards for River Action's 17th Floatzilla.
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From Moline to Cape Town: Restoring hope and freedom
From Moline to Cape Town: Restoring hope and freedom
Joel and Hollie Pick are coming home to the Quad Cities to share what God is doing in Cape Town.
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Local government recap: Eldridge takes another step toward city fire department, Davenport wants to look at finances
Local government recap: Eldridge takes another step toward city fire department, Davenport wants to look at finances
Eldridge holds second vote on establishing a city fire department, Davenport discusses finances, and Clinton clues in public on drafting changes to proposed data center regulations.
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The Fan Files: UNI fan Brett Crawford believes Panthers are building toward better days
The Fan Files: UNI fan Brett Crawford believes Panthers are building toward better days
What would it take for UNI to beat Iowa? Lifelong Panther fan Brett Crawford remembers when it was possible but says everything would have to go right in 2026.
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Phase 1 of Rock Island's 20th Street Utilities Project to begin Wednesday
Phase 1 of Rock Island's 20th Street Utilities Project to begin Wednesday
20th Street will remain open to traffic to the best extent possible; however, drivers should expect delays, according to a news release from the city.
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Moline City Administrator Bob Vitas resigns effective Aug. 14
Moline City Administrator Bob Vitas resigns effective Aug. 14
He has been on paid administrative leave since Aug. 7 and submitted his resignation to the city effective as of Friday.
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Incident involving firearm occurring in south end of Muscatine
Incident involving firearm occurring in south end of Muscatine
Muscatine authorities are asking the public to avoid the south end near the Rose Bowl as there is an active incident involving a firearm.
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Bettendorf Dog Park Alliance announces date of Dogtoberfest 2026
Bettendorf Dog Park Alliance announces date of Dogtoberfest 2026
The free event includes actions, raffle baskets and concessions. The first 150 households receive a free doggie bag of goodies. All breeds and pedigrees are allowed.
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Trump administration officials tour Titan Tire plant, talk trade policy
Trump administration officials tour Titan Tire plant, talk trade policy
Trump administration officials visited Des Moines on Friday to talk about trade policies and tour a local tire plant.
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Mike Bousselot withdraws from Iowa Senate race for private-sector job
Mike Bousselot withdraws from Iowa Senate race for private-sector job
“It has been a privilege to represent my constituents and participate in the work of the Iowa Legislature,” he said in a statement.
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Davenport Northwest rallies to punch Little League World Series trip
Davenport Northwest rallies to punch Little League World Series trip
After blowing a late lead, the Davenport Northwest Little League squad rallied in extra innings to earn a trip to the 2026 Little League World Series at the Little League
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'Out of the blue': Refugee nonprofits move to support clients after Joslin Tyson plant closes
'Out of the blue': Refugee nonprofits move to support clients after Joslin Tyson plant closes
For more than 15 years, World Relief Quad Cities had recommended the Joslin Tyson plant as a place of work for newly-arrived refugees.
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Davenport Police Department earns eighth award for advanced law enforcement accreditation
Davenport Police Department earns eighth award for advanced law enforcement accreditation
Davenport Police Department earns eighth award for advanced law enforcement accreditation from CALEA.
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