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Monday, February 9th, 2026
	Person injured in hit-and-run crash, deputies investigating Henderson County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a hit-and-run crash about 6:30 p.m. on State Highway 522 near Carman Cemetery.
	Critters, ice carving and family fun highlight ‘Flock to the Rock’ One-sentence SEO description: Families packed Rock Falls’ sixth annual “Flock to the Rock” eagle fest for free wildlife education, live animal demonstrations—including a bald eagle from Hoo Haven—plus ice carving, dancers and birding trail photography.
	Quad Cities International Airport selects Estes Construction for $20M renovation Construction is set to begin in March and is expected to take 18 months.
	East Moline police say they have person of interest in stabbing death Police are continuing to investigate the stabbing that occurred in the 1100 block of 15th Avenue on Jan. 23.
	$20 million Quad Cities International Airport terminal renovation to enter visible phase this spring A $20 million renovation of the Quad Cities International Airport terminal is set to begin this spring, marking a key phase of the airport’s modernization.
	Man killed in car crash in Galena Galena police are investigating a crash after a man died Sunday night.
	Register to win tickets to the 2026 Quad City Regional Auto Show The event will be at the Bend XPO March 6 - 8
	Nancy Guthrie search enters its second week as a purported deadline looms "This is very valuable to us, and we will pay," Savannah Guthrie said in a new video message, seeking to communicate with people who say they're holding her mother.
	Quad City Regional Auto Show Ticket Giveaway OFFICIAL RULES Official rules for this sweepstakes
	Sabula police seek help locating stolen community clock Police in Sabula are asking for the public’s help to locate a clock taken earlier this week, describing it as a long-standing fixture in the community.
	Immigration courts fast-track hearings for Somali asylum claims Their lawyers fear the notices are merely the first step toward the removal without due process of Somali asylum applicants in the country.
	Sterling police to host birthday party for department’s comfort dog Millie’s birthday party is from 4 to 6 p.m. on Feb. 25 at PetSmart in Sterling at 3210 E. Lynn Blvd., organizers said.
	Sioux City man detained by DHS previously pleaded guilty to manslaughter The Sioux City man detained by ICE last week pleaded guilty in 2006 to manslaughter in a case involving a 10-month-old. He was released in 2011 and was deported.
	Passing stopped school buses is illegal: Bettendorf PD Bettendorf Police want to remind QC drivers that passing a stopped school bus is illegal. A post on the department’s Facebook page says they have received multiple reports over the past week about drivers illegally passing stopped school buses. “These violations will not be ignored,” the post said. “Every report is taken seriously and fully [...]
	Rivermont Collegiate to move early school program to year-round model in 2026 Rivermont Collegiate's early school program is transitioning to a year-round model starting in August 2026.
	Life 180 opens The Zone, a sober social space for people in recovery Life 180 opened The Zone in Davenport on Super Bowl Sunday, turning a former tavern into an alcohol-free space where people in recovery can gather safely
	Ilia Malinin's Olympic backflip made history. But he's not the first to do it U.S. figure skating phenom Ilia Malinin did a backflip in his Olympic debut, and another the next day. The controversial move was banned from competition for decades until 2024.
	Crews repair large water main break on Tremont Avenue Two customers were impacted and officials said service was restored to them at 6 a.m. Monday.
	'Dizzy' author recounts a decade of being marooned by chronic illness Rachel Weaver worked for the Forest Service in Alaska where she scaled towering trees to study nature. But in 2006, she woke up and felt like she was being spun in a hurricane. Her memoir is Dizzy.
	QC Channel Cat dock to undergo renovation Channel Cat officials said the dock area in the Village of East Davenport is getting a “much-deserved” renovation.
	BNTB playing Bishop Hill Creative Commons Feb. 13 Crossroads Cultural Connections is hosting Blame Not the Bard (BNTB) in concert on Friday, February 13 at Bishop Hill Creative Commons, 309 Bishop Hill Street in Bishop Hill. The evening starts with an optional potluck dinner at 6 p.m. and guests are asked to bring a dish to share. The all-ages concert starts at 7 [...]
	Happy Joe's celebrates National Pizza Day Anthony Peoples tries Happy Joe's Pizza for National Pizza Day.
	Violins of Hope brings Holocaust-Era instruments to Iowa. Violins of Hope brings historic Holocaust-Era instruments to Iowa. Allan Ross and Brian Baxter explain the significance of the instruments.
	Bad Bunny makes Puerto Rico the home team in a vivid Super Bowl halftime show The star filled his set with hits and familiar images from home, but also expanded his lens to make an argument about the place of Puerto Rico within a larger American context.
	Mild weekend ahead with a chance of a wintry mix Our weekend was pretty nice with some sunshine and highs in the 30s and low-40s Sunday. This week will be a milder one. We haven't seen much in the way of accumulating snow recently, but we do have a chance later this week. Here's your full 7-day forecast.
	Quad City Storm hosts 7th annual ‘Paint the Ice’ event for Hockey Fights Cancer night Anyone can paint the names of friends and family who are battling or have battled cancer on the ice
	We The People: Why did Iowa’s capitol move? The ‘Old Capitol’ in Iowa City was the seat of government for years, why is it now in Des Moines?
	Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors celebrates a strong 2025 at annual awards event Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors honored 215 award winners for their 2025 achievements at their annual awards event on January 30.
	Japan's Takaichi to pursue conservative agenda after election landslide Japan's first female Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi, brought the ruling Liberal Democratic Party its biggest-ever electoral victory, fueling her ambitions to pursue to a political agenda which she says could "split public opinion."
	Olympic Covid restrictions are gone, but some athletes still self-quarantining For most people, the pandemic days of masking are behind us. In certain corners of the Winter Olympics, though, things still look a lot like they did in Covid times. Some athletes are taking extreme measures to stay healthy.
	Olympic COVID restrictions are gone, but some athletes are still self-quarantining For most people, the pandemic days of masking are behind them. In certain corners of the Winter Olympics, though, things still look a lot like they did in COVID times. Some athletes are taking extreme measures to stay healthy.
	Empowering Abilities welcomes three new board members Empowering Abilities announces the addition of three new members to its Board of Directors.
	Popular barber opens new barbershop, Monster Sewing relocates, pizza chain closes and more Quad-Cities business news Popular barber opens New Style Barbershop On The Avenue, Monster Sewing relocates to Missouri, long-time pizza chain closes, among other Quad-Cities business news.
	Rock Island and Henry County real estate transactions for Feb. 8, 2026 Here are homes sales and property sales in Rock Island County and Henry County.
	Quad Cities Community Foundation expanding leadership team Quad Cities Community Foundation expanding leadership team to support community and nonprofit sector.
	Iowa American Water names Ben Keith Director of Business Development and Government Affairs Ben Keith named Iowa American Water Director of Business Development and Government Affairs.
	The Preacher Who Saved a Town This is Roald Tweet on Rock Island.Iowa was not always the corn-and-soybeans state. In the 1840s, when she was still a brand-new territory, her principle…
	Four top U.S. speedskaters to watch at the Olympics U.S. speed skaters set to compete in Milan are drawing comparisons to past greats like Eric Heiden, Bonnie Blair, and Apolo Ohno. Here are four to watch in the 2026 Winter Olympic Games.
	4 top U.S. speedskaters to watch at the Olympics U.S. speedskaters set to compete in Milan are drawing comparisons to past greats like Eric Heiden, Bonnie Blair, and Apolo Ohno. Here are four to watch in the 2026 Winter Olympic Games.
	Need a new path in midlife? There's a school for that and a quiz to kickstart it Schools across the country are offering courses and retreats for people 50+ who want to reinvent themselves and embrace lifelong learning and discovery.
	U.S. skater Connor McDermott-Mostowy joins record number of out LGBTQ Winter Olympians When U.S. speedskater Connor McDermott-Mostowy makes his Winter Olympic debut in Milan, he'll join a record number of out LGBTQ athletes. But of the 46 out athletes, only 11 are men.
	Upon How Many “Unexpected Surplus Revenues” Can Pritzker Depend to Pull His Bacon from the Grease? Governor JB Pritzker announced a plan last week to “manage Illinois pension commitments through a set of proposals designed to build on the state’s recent fiscal progress and further reduce long-term risk for taxpayers and retirees.” The price tag, however, is already giving one legislative leader pause. And “fiscal progress” is not the reality when factoring in federal funds.
	Caution: Women at Work: “9 to 5: The Musical,” at the Spotlight Theatre through February 15 Kitty: In keeping with the feminist theme, the women were the ones driving this show.Mischa: The three main actresses are all blessed with tremendous singing voices, and each one alternately becomes the center of attention in a series of impressive numbers.
	Crackdown on dissent after nationwide protests in Iran widens to ensnare reformist figures Detained Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi has received another prison sentence of over seven years.
	China critic and former media tycoon Jimmy Lai is sentenced to 20 years in a Hong Kong security case Jimmy Lai, the pro-democracy former Hong Kong media tycoon and a fierce critic of Beijing, was sentenced on Monday to 20 years in prison in the longest punishment given so far under a China-imposed national security law that has virtually silenced the city's dissent.
Sunday, February 8th, 2026
	Do Florida public universities really embrace the Western Tradition? A statue of Plato is seen on Feb. 10, 2015, in Athens, Greece. Texas is censoring his philosophy in public higher education but Florida hasn't gone that far. Yet. (Photo by Milos Bicanski/Getty Images)It’s a lousy time to be a kid in Florida. You’re told you can’t read certain books or study certain subjects or discuss certain topics. You’re told you can’t go by your chosen name; you must conform to the gender you were assigned at birth. Soon you may have even fewer rights over your own body and your own mind. The Florida Legislature is considering a bill (HB 173) that would stop doctors treating anyone under 18 for mental health problems, drug abuse, or sexually transmitted diseases unless their parents OK it. If you’re severely depressed, your doctor can’t help you get treatment without parental consent. If you need birth control, the doctor won’t be able to help unless your parents consent. Same if you have an acute case of syphilis, gonorrhea, or chlamydia — all on the rise in Florida. The doctor won’t even be allowed to give you an antibiotic. Kara Gross of the ACLU says, “Are we really requiring doctors to turn away minors with untreated STIs?” The Republicans who control the Legislature, and their ever-angry henchwomen, Moms for Liberty, don’t see the young as actual people: They’re merely parental property, without agency or intellectual freedom. They don’t acknowledge not all parents are loving and caring; a kid might be stuck in a family ruled by adults who are intolerant or rigid, homophobic, disengaged, or abusive. But hey, suffering builds character. Once the kids get to college, they’re free, right? Free to encounter different people, different ideas, some of which may challenge what their families told them was “truth,” some of which may redefine how they see the world. This is called “education.” Education haters But Gov. Ron DeSantis, his education-hating state Department of Education, and our retrograde university Board of Governors, don’t see it that way. Universities and colleges must promote a pro-Western, pro-American, pro-white version of history and culture. In 2024, the state decreed “Principles of Sociology” will no longer count toward undergraduate core curriculum hours. They’ve replaced it with a course on pre-1877 American History, which, if it’s taught honestly and not with a view to pushing some whitewashed version of the Civil War and Reconstruction, is fine, but hardly replaces sociology as an important academic pursuit. Students may still take sociology, but the state wants to control the course content. The DeSantis administration looked at textbooks used in introductory sociology and declared every single one tainted by “woke ideology.” Sociology teaches students to analyze their world, how we got here, how we organize our society, what works and what doesn’t. It’s foundational to majors such as economics, business, and the humanities. The governor does not care, dismissing the discipline as lacking “the type of academic rigor that we’re looking for and that our Founding Fathers would have thought essential to be educating folks.” If our educational standards are to be modeled on a bunch of 18th century landed gentlemen, then colleges better start requiring Latin, Greek, bloodletting, and slave-management. Manny Diaz, former Commissioner of Education, now the most unqualified (no higher ed experience, no doctorate) president in University of West Florida history said, “Sociology has been hijacked by left-wing activists and no longer serves its intended purpose as a general knowledge course for students.” Sanitation engineers Diaz was once a high school coach and social studies teacher, and may think social studies, which focuses on civics and how humans interact with their environment, and sociology, which uses scientific methods to research and analyze the development and complex functioning of society, are the same. They are not. But since when does ignorance slow Florida down? Last year, the state convened a “sociology working group” composed of Board of Governors administrators, some sociology professors, and others whose identities have not been disclosed, to create a new, approved text. They pulled a 669-page open source book called “Introduction to Sociology 3e” off the web, reducing it to 267 pages, cutting or bowdlerizing chapters on ethnicity, gender, sexuality, media and technology, global inequality, and class stratification. During this exercise in sanitization, Anastasios Kamoutsas, DeSantis’ new commissioner of education, a man after Manny Diaz’s own heart, fired one of the professors, charging him with teaching “gender ideology” in his freshman sociology course and demanding he lose his job at Florida SouthWestern College. DeSantis and his anti-intellectual myrmidons want to stamp out academic freedom. The professors, the ones who’ve studied the field for years and, unlike DeSantis and Diaz, know what they’re talking about, are not impressed. On Jan. 16, a group of faculty at Florida International University issued a letter alleging “sociologists in the workgroup participated under the clear threat of discipline.” A letter that same day to the Faculty Senate and United Faculty of Florida from 19 professors in FIU’s Global and Sociocultural Studies Department blasts the new text. It has “no discussions of systemic or structural racism, a core concept in sociology.” Silly and self-defeating The letter goes on to point out, “Not only are these omissions an incorrect representation of the field, but they also fail to prepare students for majors and graduate education that require or recommend introduction to sociology.” It seems universities are not (yet) legally required to use this indefensible hatchet job of a textbook in their sociology classes. Professors at UF examined it and refused to assign it for classes, but the administrations at FSU and FIU have — apparently — caved and agreed to adopt the text. God forbid Florida students debate provocative ideas such as that racism is baked into our culture; gender is a social construct, not an “ideology.” Or read scholars who suggest American history is a messy mix of inspiring, good, bad, and ugly. Or that the rest of the world might have a few things to teach us. One of the silliest, most backward notions oozing out of the DeSantis administration and his legislative enablers is that Florida’s university students should be denied the benefit of educators from other countries. The governor wants to “pull the plug” on H1-B visas, which allow foreign professionals to work in the United States. He’s not in charge of the visas; that’s the federal government. But Donald Trump, who’s at least as anti-education as DeSantis, has decreed a $100,000 fee for each H1-B. This is stupid. And self-defeating. Carson Dale, FSU’s student body president, said, “One of the defining principles of American higher education, and particularly of Florida public universities, is a commitment to merit. We value a candidate based on the quality of their scholarship, passion for discovery, and their contributions to knowledge, not on their country of birth.” At least, we used to. Witless sponges Higher education in this state is immeasurably enhanced by physicists, computer scientists, doctors, artists, historians, poets, and musicians from abroad. For Florida’s young people, contact with people from other countries, whether professors or other students, makes their world bigger and richer. The problem is, DeSantis wants to make their world smaller and more impoverished. It’s as if he and his education zealots think kids, under or over 18, are witless sponges, in danger of soaking up noisome thought, and therefore must be kept away from any disfavored words or ideas. If they read a book with gay characters, they’ll become gay. If they’re taught about sexuality, they’ll run out and have sex. Kindergartners, obviously susceptible to the supposedly pervasive Marxist propaganda (invisible to most of us) must be instructed in the evils of communism. But you can’t let them read a true story about two male penguins raising a chick together. The plan is clearly to create kids so blinkered they cannot see beyond their parents’ bigotry, learning only what the most backward among us allow. The thing is, kids live in the 21st century. They’re relentlessly curious. They know things their parents and reactionary state officials don’t, and they know how to find out things their parents and reactionary state officials don’t want them to discover. In Texas — always a role model for Florida — a philosophy professor at Texas A&M was forbidden to teach parts of Plato’s “Symposium.” Seems the politicians who run the universities heard there was something about three genders in there. Indeed, Aristophanes says that back in earth’s early days, humans had four arms, four legs, and both male and female body parts. Zeus eventually split them apart. The chuckleheads running higher ed in this country claim they want more teaching of Western Civilization: You know, Greece! Rome! Well, Plato is one of the pillars of Western Civilization. And — newsflash! — the ancient Greeks accepted gender diversity. So did the ancient Romans. The Galli, priests of the goddess Cybele, castrated themselves and dressed as women. The only good thing here is that kids, especially in college, don’t enjoy being told they can’t do something. What do you want to bet a good number will go read “The Symposium” and even consider majoring in sociology? Censorship does not work. Courtesy of Florida Phoenix
	Understanding and Treating Rosacea: What You Need to Know (Feature Impact) Rosacea is a chronic skin condition, mainly affecting the face, that causes redness, swelling, pain and changes in appearance. It is estimated that more than 16 million people in the United States have rosacea, according to the National Rosacea Society (NRS), but only about 1 million are under active treatment. Physical impacts include prominent redness, acne-like bumps and pimples, highly visible enlarged blood vessels, pronounced dryness and unpleasant sensations like stinging, burning, itching and tingling. As many as half of sufferers also experience eye symptoms. Rosacea also affects emotional and social well-being. From lower confidence and self-esteem to avoidance of public contact and social engagements and missed work, the impacts are far-reaching. However, rosacea can be treated and managed. Learn more about the condition with this information from the NRS and the experts at Crescel, who are transforming rosacea care by harnessing nature and science to heal skin with their Skin Renewal Cream. It holds the NRS's Seal of Acceptance, and its therapeutic benefits and tolerance have been confirmed in multiple clinical studies. "Sensitive and easily irritated skin is a common issue for people with rosacea, and harsh products can aggravate the condition," said Andrew Huff, executive director of the NRS. "That's why the NRS expertly evaluates skin care and cosmetic products to ensure they are gentle, clinically tested and found to be unlikely to irritate sensitive rosacea skin." What causes rosacea? The exact cause of rosacea is not fully understood. However, research suggests facial redness is often the first step in a chain of skin inflammation. This process may begin when the nerves, blood vessels and immune system don't work together as they should. Researchers have also found a microscopic skin mite called Demodex may play a role. These tiny arachnids normally live within hair follicles and oil glands on everyone's skin, but people with rosacea tend to have higher numbers on the face, which may contribute to irritation and inflammation. Some studies have found links between rosacea and other health conditions, such as heart disease, digestive disorders, neurological or autoimmune conditions and certain cancers. These findings suggest rosacea may be related to inflammation throughout the body. What are the most common symptoms? The most common symptoms of rosacea include: Easy or severe blushing or flushing Persistent redness Bumps and pimples on the skin without blackheads Burning or itching sensation Swelling Symptoms are different for each person and can change over time. There may be times when symptoms are worse and instances when they become milder. What triggers a flare up? Rosacea patients can improve their chances of maintaining remission by identifying and avoiding lifestyle and environmental factors that trigger flare-ups or aggravate the condition. Common triggers include sun exposure, stress, extreme temperatures, heavy exercise, alcohol consumption, spicy foods and some skin, hair and makeup products. What causes a flare-up in one person may have no effect on another, making this a highly individualized process. Knowing what triggers your flare-ups can help reduce discomfort, improve treatment results and prevent the condition from getting worse. How do you treat rosacea? Because the signs and symptoms of rosacea vary from one patient to another, treatment is tailored by a physician for each individual case. It typically involves three key elements: Skin care: Committing to a gentle routine using mild, non-irritating products. Lifestyle management: Identifying and reducing exposure to triggers. Medication and other therapies: Combining topical and oral treatments along with laser therapy to target various symptoms. As the world's first intelligent therapeutic, Crescel's Skin Renewal Cream harnesses nature and science to heal skin. The cream contains: Pioneering microemulsion technology that enables continuous delivery of critical cellular nutrients that are essential for skin healing. A unique absorption system, which allows healing nutrients to easily enter the cell. Mitochondria reboot technology that restores the mitochondria's ability to repair dysfunctional skin cells while reinforcing the skin's natural barrier, reducing the risk of future irritation and flare-ups. Talk with your dermatologist about your treatment routine and visit crescel.com to learn more about rosacea care.
	Curating a Memorable Vacation: Ways to Invest in the Experience of Family Travel (Family Features) Travel has a way of slowing time down, creating memories for loved ones that last long after suitcases are unpacked and regular routines return. For many Americans, their most treasured family memories took place on a vacation or trip rather than at home. In fact, nearly 67% said they value a core memory more than a physical souvenir after a vacation, according to a survey commissioned by Holland America Line, a cruise line that has been exploring Alaska for nearly 80 years. What's more, almost 86% of survey respondents said they have looked at photos or videos from a past trip to lift their mood, and more than 90% said positive travel memories can improve their mood during difficult times. With Alaska on the travel bucket list of more than two-thirds of Americans, it's a destination that is influencing experience-focused family adventures. Explore Curiosities Travel is about more than seeing new places. For many Americans, it's also a time to learn, explore new interests and slow down. Booking a cruise can encourage those behaviors. According to the survey, 61% of Americans are more likely to try new foods while traveling on a cruise, and nearly half (48%) said they've discovered a new interest or hobby during their cruise, including wildlife, food, history or culture. For example, cruise guests may be able to try local specialties, like fresh Alaskan seafood, reindeer sausage, birch syrup and Alaskan berries, while on board. Unstructured time is part of the appeal of cruises, with 28% of respondents sharing they read more during their trips. Focus on Nature Nature-focused destinations stand out because they offer experiences that feel rare and immersive, especially in places where wildlife and landscapes are central to the journey. More than 4 in 10 survey respondents said seeing wildlife in nature would be the most memorable family vacation experience, compared with about 12% who said meeting a character at a theme park would stand out most. Whether spotting whales, watching glaciers calve or seeing the Northern Lights stretch across the Alaskan sky, the landscape being part of the experience helps define the journey. To help guests witness the majestic animals found in Alaska, including whales, eagles, bears, moose, otters, seals, sea lions and more, Holland America Line carries a wildlife expert on board. Plus, a wildlife spotting guide points out native animals found along the cruise route and a map with the best places to see each species is included. "Guests tell us time and again how profoundly nature shapes the memories they carry home," said Robert Morgenstern, senior vice president of Alaska Operations at Holland America Line. "Wildlife sightings, time outdoors and shared moments linger long after the cruise ends, especially for families exploring Alaska together." Reimagine Family Time For families, travel often creates time for bonding that daily routines simply don't allow. More than half of the survey respondents said their best family memories occurred while traveling together, and more than 4 out of 5 (82%) said some of their strongest family bonding moments happened during a vacation or family trip. In addition to shared memories, more than 91% said travel had a positive impact on their mental and emotional well-being. As travelers look for relief from routine and overstimulation, finding experiences rooted in nature, exploration and shared moments can help create lasting memories and emotional connection. To learn more about Alaska travel and book your next family adventure, visit hollandamerica.com.
	Fresh Thinking About Frozen: Bring Quality Meals to the Table While Cutting Food Waste and Stretching Your Budget (Feature Impact) The key to easy preparation of high-quality meals, wasting less food and saving money may already be sitting in your kitchen. For many families, the freezer is for last-minute meal options. However, new federal nutrition guidance and growing scientific consensus reveal a different reality: frozen foods can be the starting point for healthy eating, not a backup plan. That's why the American Frozen Food Institute (AFFI) is launching "Fresh Thinking About Frozen," a campaign to help families discover these benefits of frozen foods. Making Nutrition Achievable The recently released 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, the nation's top nutrition advice, emphasizes portion control and nutrient-dense foods. Frozen options deliver on both counts. Families who keep frozen produce on hand tend to eat more fruits and vegetables overall. Pre-portioned frozen meals also help people eat what they need without overdoing it. Plus, the convenience factor matters: frozen berries are ready for a morning smoothie, pre-cut frozen vegetables can be added to tonight's stir-fry and a balanced frozen meal can be quickly paired with a salad. That isn't cutting corners. It's being smart on how best to feed a family well. Freezing Hits the Pause Button on Fresh Foods Freezing food only changes a food's temperature, not its nutrition. Freezing keeps food close to its original state without requiring additives. Produce begins to lose nutritional value right after it's harvested. Freezing fruits and vegetables hours after harvest pauses nutrient degradation and locks in the vitamins and minerals, so the food remains farm fresh even as it travels across the country to your grocery store. Frozen meals are similarly made with real ingredients and turned into just-cooked recipes then frozen for families to eat when they're ready. The nutrition community understands this. A recent survey conducted by AFFI found 94% of registered dietitians agree frozen fruits and vegetables are just as nutritious as their fresh counterparts. Another 92% said frozen foods offer a variety of nutritious meal offerings. These findings are central to the "Fresh Thinking About Frozen" message: Frozen is not second-best. It's simply smart. Solving the Food Waste Problem Nearly 40% of food in the United States gets thrown away, according to the nonprofit ReFED. That translates to roughly $1,500 per year per household, straight into the trash along with unused produce and forgotten leftovers. Frozen helps fix that problem. Eight in 10 consumers agree buying frozen helps reduce food waste at home, AFFI research finds. The reason is simple: You use what you need, when you need it and the rest stays perfectly preserved. No more dreading the refrigerator cleanouts and feeling guilty over the uneaten food going into the trashcan. Time for Fresh Thinking Families already making this shift aren't settling for less. They're strategic about nutrition, budget and time. They integrate the freezer into regular meal planning. They feel confident about providing quality foods that are simply frozen. The freezer isn't a place of last resort. It's a tool for eating well in real life. Visit frozenadvantage.org/FTAF for tips, recipes and resources to make the most of your freezer. Photos courtesy of Shutterstock
	Firefighters contain 2-acre grassland fire in Atalissa Officials say landowner was conducting a controlled burn when wind carried a spark, igniting nearby materials. No injuries were reported.
	Large water main break on Tremont Avenue The crew said it looked like a nearby business was unloading a pump.
	Seahawks win Super Bowl title, pounding the Patriots 29-13 Seattle's "Dark Side" defense helped Sam Darnold become the first quarterback in the 2018 draft class to win a Super Bowl, to win the franchise's second title.
	The Zone Recovery Lounge opens as an alcohol-free space Life one eighty creates The Zone Recovery Lounge, a new alcohol-free bar.
	No, that wasn't Liam Conejo Ramos in Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show A publicist for Bad Bunny confirmed to NPR that the little boy in a blue bunny hat detained by ICE in Minneapolis last month did not participate in the Super Bowl halftime show.
	Winter weather patterns shift as drought concerns persist in Quad Cities area Initial winter forecasts influenced by La Nina.
	Seahawks defeats Patriots 29-13 in Super Bowl LX The Seattle Seahawks are Super Bowl LX Champions after defeating New England 29-13.
	Could be getting wet this week After January had a lot of snow days but still low amounts of snow the Quad Cities has been a bit dry in terms of wet weather. However, as we look ahead for this upcoming work week on our precipitation outlook, we are looking to see some wet conditions. Rain chances, while small for this [...]
	Structure demolished as safety measure after house fire in Galesburg A structure was demolished as a safety measure after a fire in Galesburg early Sunday, according to a news release from the Galesburg Fire Department. Firefighters responded to a structure fire on Duffield Street about 12:02 a.m. Sunday. The response included all three fire stations and 11 personnel on duty. Upon arrival, fire crews encountered heavy smoke and flames [...]
	March for Life attendees may have been exposed to measles, DC Health warns D.C. health officials are contacting people possibly exposed to measles at the March for Life in January, as confirmed cases rise nationwide.
	QC pizza joints busy for Super Bowl Sunday Harris Pizza staff stayed busy keeping up with game-day orders.
	Galesburg home ordered to be demolished after early morning fire Galesburg fire crews responded to a house fire that was later order to be demolished due to dangerous instability.
	Overnight structure fire damages Galesburg home Fire crews responded to a house fire early Sunday in Galesburg. One resident went to the hospital, and the home was later ordered demolished due to instability.
	[Executive Corner] LG HVAC, Beyond Hardware: Rising to the Challenge of the AI Era (BPT) - AI is rewriting the rules across industries, and HVAC is no exception. What was once about cooling and heating is now central to energy efficiency, sustainability and industrial competitiveness. At LG Electronics, our HVAC business sits right at the center of that shift. By anticipating change and moving beyond hardware alone, we're not just adapting to the AI era — we're helping shape it.LG's HVAC journey began with residential and commercial solutions. Today, it has expanded into high value-added areas such as industrial sites, power plants and specialized facilities. Along the way, our portfolio has grown to include air quality and water temperature management — marking a clear transition from standalone products to integrated, end-to-end solutions.Execution With Speed and FocusFrom residential air conditioners and air care solutions to commercial system air conditioners, VRF systems and chillers, LG HVAC has built a strong foundation of technological leadership and customer trust. This has supported steady growth in global market share.As competition intensifies, execution matters more than ever. Last year, our focus was on establishing a stable growth base following the launch of the Eco Solution (ES) Company. This year, we are accelerating — prioritizing speed, sharper execution and a stronger market position.To support this, we are placing R&D, sales and engineering closer to our customers, while operating our global production footprint more efficiently. This approach allows us to respond faster and deliver solutions that reflect local market needs, creating a more sustainable growth structure.Building "Winning Tech" Through Global R&DLG HVAC's proprietary technologies and advanced R&D capabilities are key to developing "Winning Tech" — solutions that deliver clear, differentiated value and a sustained competitive advantage in real-world operating environments.Innovation runs across our entire portfolio, driven by a global R&D network and regional HVAC academies that enable solutions tailored to specific climates and market requirements.Initiatives such as the LG HVAC R&D Center at Changwon National University focus on advanced HVAC technologies, while the Global Heat Pump Consortium validates performance in extreme environments — from Alaska and Oslo to Saudi Arabia. Testing under real-world conditions strengthens reliability and accelerates innovation.Strengthening Local Value ChainsWe are reinforcing local value chains by integrating product planning, R&D, manufacturing and sales in key markets. While strengthening sales capabilities across the Global South, we are expanding infrastructure in North America, Europe and India.In the second half of 2026, a new product development center and India's third air conditioner factory will open near Noida and Sri City. The product development center, in particular, will serve as a core development hub alongside Changwon, Korea — underscoring our commitment to local development and production.AI is now a core pillar of HVAC competitiveness. It is embedded not only in our products, but across R&D, manufacturing and services. Our Digital Twin technology models the physical conditions of data centers in a virtual environment, forecasting server heat generation and enabling automated optimization of operations. Combined with AI-driven HVAC control that reduces energy consumption, these capabilities are accelerating our AI Transformation (AX) journey.Moving Forward as a Total HVAC Solution ProviderAs LG continues to evolve from a product manufacturer into a global HVAC Total Solution Provider, we are expanding end-to-end solutions in maintenance and services across the U.S., Europe and other major markets.New growth opportunities are emerging as demand rises for high-efficiency cooling solutions in AI data centers, unitary systems and heating applications. Strategic partnerships play a critical role in these growth areas — particularly in clean-tech domains such as advanced cooling and heat pump solutions.This expanding ecosystem is also opening pathways to next-generation thermal management technologies, such as chip-level cooling for data centers and advanced commercial heat pumps.The future of HVAC will be shaped by how effectively companies execute, how deeply technology is embedded across the value chain and how closely solutions reflect local market needs.By accelerating Winning R&D, strengthening local value chains and advancing AX, LG HVAC is moving beyond hardware toward a more integrated, solution-driven model. Through disciplined execution and continuous innovation, we are building a more efficient and sustainable future — powered by the growing potential of AI.By James Lee, president of the LG Electronics ES Company
	Before the bowl: Join KWQC’s pregame livestream ahead of Super Bowl LX The livestream will feature breaking news, TV6 Investigates, local news, weather and sports.
	From cookie drug test to expulsion: A mom’s fight to clear her child A Quad-Cities mom fights to clear her 13-year-old daughter after a cookie field test led to suspension and expulsion. Months later, an Iowa crime lab found no drugs—but the record remains.
	Crews to demolish home after fire leaves it ‘dangerously unstable’ Crews responded to a fire at 12:02 a.m. Sunday at 53 Duffield St., according to a media release.
	Iowa State Lab in Davenport Offers R&D Support to Quad Cities Manufacturers Many Quad Cities manufacturers may not realize one of the region’s most advanced research and development labs is right here at home.
	Former QCA wrestler finds new passion as official after career-ending injury Sydney Park returned to the Quad Cities this weekend for the D3 National Invite for women’s wrestling at Augustana College, but her role looked much different than she once imagined.
	Davenport native works third Super Bowl fan experience University of Dubuque student manages crowd control and monitors Vince Lombardi Trophy
	Scottish American Society of the Quad Cities prepares for Robert Burns dinner The Scottish American Society of the Quad Cities prepares beef haggis for its Robert Burns dinner.
	School briefly placed on lockdown after police chase ends nearby A sergeant was patrolling around 12:45 p.m. Friday near Route 78 in Hooppole when a black vehicle drove past at a high rate of speed.
	Crews respond to brush fire Crews came to brush fire about 11 a.m. on 155th Avenue.
	U.S. gave Ukraine and Russia June deadline to reach peace agreement, Zelenskyy says "The Americans are proposing the parties end the war by the beginning of this summer," Zelenskyy said, speaking to reporters on Friday.
	John Deere celebrates 222nd birthday with community event Attendees got a chance to go inside tractors, enjoy cookies and participate in a coloring contest for kids.
	Hand in Hand hosts 17th annual chili cook-off fundraiser The family-friendly event allowed the public to try 16 different chilis, vote on their favorite and participate in activities.
	Those clucking egg prices as of 2/6/26 Here’s this week’s egg price update. This is the USDA’s average price per dozen when delivered to the warehouse on Jan. 20, 2025, compared to where prices are now. To see the price, click on the video above. Local 4 News, your local election headquarters, is proud to present 4 The Record, a weekly news and [...]
	Alienation of traditional U.S. economic allies could disrupt world order It's safe to say President Donald Trump ruffled more than a few feathers during the first year of his second term in office, not only among Democrats. His international trade policy hasn't sat well with world leaders considered to be allies of the United States. Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney has referred to the United [...]
	Iowa GOP tough on crime plan could get expensive Illinois might let you bet on the Academy Awards, and Iowa might adopt its own three strikes law to crack down on crime. Two very different measures are being considered in the legislatures of the neighboring states. Host Jim Niedelman got into those issues with Scott County Democratic Party Chair Kay Pence and former Scott [...]
	Capparelli claims to be the true Republican in Illinois Senate race We're now down to 37 days until the Illinois primary. Early voting will start before then. We're still shining the light on the race for the Republican nomination to the U.S. Senate for the seat being vacated by Dick Durbin. Here's a reminder of the six Republicans on the ballot: Host Jim Niedelman gets to [...]
	32-year-old man stabbed, taken to hospital Emergency crews found that Jacob Haage, 32, of Fort Madison had been stabbed. Officials said he was taken to a local hospital.
	U.K. leader's chief of staff quits over hiring Epstein friend as U.S. ambassador British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's chief of staff resigned Sunday over the furor surrounding the appointment of Peter Mandelson as U.K. ambassador to the U.S. despite his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
	Trump administration lauds plastic surgeons' statement on trans surgery for minors A patient who came to regret the top surgery she got as a teen won a $2 million malpractice suit. Then, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons clarified its position that surgery is not recommended for transgender minors.
	Crash in Rock Island At least one vehicle was towed after a crash in Rock Island on Sunday. It happened before 6 a.m. at the intersection of 30th Street and 18th Avenue. Our Quad Cities News saw multiple police cars responding to the scene and airbags deployed in the vehicle being towed. No word on any injuries from the [...]
	City of Aledo considers change in recycling services; sets public hearing The City of Aledo is weighing whether to continue using Lakeshore Recycling for waste collection after public complaints over service failures, a news release says. The city has called a public hearing for 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 12, at the Mercer County Junior High Band Room. Residents are encouraged to share their feedback online or [...]
	MARK-TO-MARKET: Super Bowl betting expected to reach record level The American Gaming Association (AGA) estimates that Americans will legally wager a record $1.76 billion on tonight’s big game.
	BBB Tip: Scammers use impersonation, blackmail and trickery to steal As February is the month we celebrate Valentine's Day the BBB offers tips regarding the inner workings of romance scams to help potential targets avoid fraud and financial losses. In recent years BBB has seen a huge increase in reports…
	Ezra Sidran opines on Davenport, pre-1920 and post-2023, in latest book Sidran will give a talk at the German American Heritage Center on Sunday afternoon.
	Lab provides research and development opportunities for Quad-Cities manufacturers The lab offers services like industrial 3D printing that can help companies development new prototypes.
	The Fisher case: Witnesses line up against the man accused of killing Trudy Appleby Court filings detail witness statements linking Jamie Fisher to the murder of Trudy Appleby. How many people claim to have known about the crime?
	LSU to combat Louisiana brain drain with revamped honors degree program LSU’s Memorial Tower pictured on March 20, 2023. (Matthew Perschall/Louisiana Illuminator)As Louisiana bleeds educated young people to other states, LSU wants to give them a reason to stay. The LSU Honors College has historically been an add-on option for qualifying students’ existing degree paths, allowing them to take classes that typically have fewer students and more focused subject matter. But the program has struggled to retain students as they matriculate. The value of being an LSU honor graduate has not always been enough to outweigh the effort needed for the required thesis. Honors College Dean Jonathan Earle hopes to fix this with the creation of a Traditions in Critical Thought and Scholarship (TRACTS) bachelor of arts degree. The program will admit a small number of high performing students; 28 are enrolled in the first cohort and eventually 100 will be admitted annually. Though they are bound together as TRACTS students, the program is compatible with all other undergraduate degrees at LSU, giving participating students their own unique focus. As a cohort, they are provided an education comparable to a small liberal arts college but with all the perks of being at a large university, Earle said. The biggest selling point of the program comes after students graduate. The Honors College is currently lining up employers and agreements with graduate schools in the LSU System to be able to offer every single TRACTS graduate either a job in Louisiana or a placement in a graduate degree program. The goal, Earle said, is to generate buy-in from students to remain in Louisiana so they might one day become the leaders who tackle the state’s problems. “This is the premier group of students in the entire country that [we] are going to recruit into the state … They are going to not just come to the state and get an education. They’re going to start the businesses that are going to hire the students that LSU is producing,” interim Provost Troy Blanchard said in an interview. “It’s the tip of the spear,” LSU Board of Supervisors chairman Scott Ballard said. The new Honors College degree received approval from the LSU Board of Supervisors and the Louisiana Board of Regents in 2024 and enrolled its first class for fall 2025. Current students haven’t been promised a guaranteed job yet, though the goal of that guarantee is circulating among them, several TRACTS enrollees said in interviews. Brian Haymon, CEO of the Baton Rouge-based logistics company Loadstar, founded and chairs LSU Honors College advisory committee. He is among those spearheading the effort to line up jobs for TRACTS graduates. The first step, Haymon said, is signing up employers who are willing to take on the students as interns before they graduate. “Everyone who hears this story about the Honors College is interested, if not enthusiastic and excited, because these are the students that every organization wants,” Haymon said. “I think that’s the starting point, and we’re on that path.” “This is a very deliberate attempt to address some fundamental challenges that the state has,” Haymon said of the program. To attract students to the program, administrators are touting what they call a truly interdisciplinary education. Its course titles include “Physical Science for Citizens: Lean Systems,” “Great Conversations: Self-Discovery in Science and Literature” and “Critical Analysis – Louisiana: Where Are We Headed?” Haymon said his fellow company leaders are searching for students skilled at reading, writing and thinking critically. “We want students who come out able to reason clearly, problem solve, write and speak well, and have that classic educational background to then apply in other substantive areas, whether it be medicine, law, science,” Haymon said. The process to qualify for TRACTS starts with the application, Earle said, as students seeking admission must submit an essay on a piece of literature or art that inspires them. They must also have a 3.5 high school GPA and scored at least 30 on the ACT or 1360 on the SAT. Supporters of the TRACTS program say elements from a classical liberal arts education are as vital for science-oriented majors as they are for those studying the humanities. Irene Kaiser, a junior kinesiology major in the TRACTS program, said she believes science, technology, engineering and math students are those most in need of an interdisciplinary education. “Sometimes you get so dead set on like, I’m learning organic chemistry and genetics that I don’t remember what it’s like to be a human at some point, like, when’s the last time I actually read a book about a real experience and I had that feeling of, like, empathy and communication through collaboration,” Kaiser said. SUBSCRIBE: GET THE MORNING HEADLINES DELIVERED TO YOUR INBOX SUPPORT: YOU MAKE OUR WORK POSSIBLE Courtesy of Louisiana Illuminator
	Temperance Societies This is Roald Tweet on Rock Island.How many temperance societies does a town need in order to keep its German immigrants from drinking beer? That’s the…
	Thailand counts votes in early election with 3 main parties vying for power Vote counting was underway in Thailand's early general election on Sunday, seen as a three-way race among competing visions of progressive, populist and old-fashioned patronage politics.
	US ski star Lindsey Vonn crashes in Olympic downhill race In an explosive crash near the top of the downhill course in Cortina, Vonn landed a jump perpendicular to the slope and tumbled to a stop shortly below.
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	Juvenile taken into custody after high speed chase A juvenile was taken into custody after a high speed chase. Deputies recovered a firearm and magazine.
	For many U.S. Olympic athletes, Italy feels like home turf Many spent their careers training on the mountains they'll be competing on at the Winter Games. Lindsey Vonn wanted to stage a comeback on these slopes and Jessie Diggins won her first World Cup there.
	Tudi's Tribe holds annual putt putt event raising support for children battling cancer Around 360 people participated in the indoor 18-hole event.
	Burst pipe floods Storage of America Burst pipe floods Storage of America damaging tenant items.
	Special election decides 3 seats in Louisiana Legislature; 2 need March runoffs Gov. Jeff Landry addresses the Louisiana Legislature on opening day of legislative session, Monday, April 14, 2025, at the Louisiana State Capitol in Baton Rouge. (Hilary Scheinuk/The Advocate-Pool)A special election was held Saturday in six parishes to fill five vacancies in the Louisiana Legislature, including three seats representing New Orleans. Two of the contests will be decided in a runoff next month, but the outcomes won’t alter the overall party makeup of the state house where Republicans continue to hold a super majority in both chambers. Senate District 3 The March 14 runoff in Senate District 3 will pit the son of a former New Orleans mayor against an attorney with a background in the public sector. Sidney Barthelemy II, a construction company owner, led the four-person field with 44% of the vote. That was double the share received by Kenn Barnes, a special counsel to the Louisiana Supreme Court and former public defender and city attorney. Chad Lauga, a St. Bernard Parish electrician and union lobbyist, finished third with 19%. Former state lawmaker Jon Johnson finished last in the all-Democrat field. Barthlemey and Barnes want to replace Joe Bouie, D-New Orleans, who stepped away from the Louisiana Senate to take the chancellor’s role at Southern University New Orleans. House District 37 Small business owner Reese “Skip” Broussard, a Republican from Jennings, claimed a resounding win with 67% of the vote over former Jefferson Davis Sheriff Ivy Woods, who has no party affiliation. Broussard received the endorsement of the Louisiana Republican Party and several elected leaders in his district that includes most of Jeff Davis and a sliver of Calcasieu Parish. The District 37 seat became open when Troy Romero of Jennings resigned from the legislature to become state rural development director for the U.S. Department of Agriculture. House District 60 Republicans missed out on their only opportunity to gain a seat in the special election when Iberville Parish Councilwoman Chasity Verret Martinez, a Democrat, defeated Brad Daigle, a Plaquemine business owner. The district she’ll represent includes portions of Assumption and Iberville parishes. Martinez replaces another Democrat in Chad Brown, who Gov. Jeff Landry appointed last year to lead the state Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control. Louisiana State House 60 Jungle Primary 50/50 Precincts Reporting:
	Hand-in-Hand holds 17th annual chili cook-off All proceeds from the event go towards 'Hand-in-Hand's' programs for children, families and adults.
	1 seriously injured after a single-vehicle rollover crash in Morrison Whiteside County deputies investigate a single-vehicle rollover crash in Morrison. The driver was seriously injured.

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