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- 'Polar Express' brings father, sons to Q-C
IT takes a curious urge to drive 250 miles to Davenport just to see a movie. With the price of gas and overnighting in a motel, it will add up to several hundred dollars.
- Festival of Trees begins in Davenport
Marquette Academy student Phillip Rose, 8, gets his picture taken in a snowman cutout by teacher Kim Gackle in the new children's area of the Quad-City Arts Festival of Trees.
- Bettendorf man charged with being involved in a drug ring
CITIES OVER THE LAST SEVERAL YEARS. 32-YEAR OLD ROBERT OROZCO FACES SEVERAL CHARGES IN DAVENPORT FEDERAL COURT.
- Feds arrest man who hoped to open Davenport nightclub
Roberto Orozco was arrested today and charged with drug conspiracy and dealing marijuana Buy this Photo A man associated with one controversial nightclub, and who hoped to open another, is now in federal ...
- Firefighter training farm: Bettendorf begins grooming potential recruits at a young age
Bettendorf firefighter Josh Montenguise performs the nightly "truck check" at the beginning of his shift Wednesday, Nov.
- Science all in the family at Kennedy
Dawson Alexander, 8, trys to yank the table cloth without disturbing the dishes for an experiment during Kennedy Elementary School science night, Thursday, November 20, 2008.
- Time to sign up for Medicare prescription drug plan
SHiIIP volunteer Darrell Lietz councils Pat Sterk about Medicare Part D at the Bettendorf Public Library.
- Toy drive set for kids with cancer
Children who are battling cancer need friends. Girls from Bettendorf-based Girl Scout Troop 8797 are asking Quad-Citians to donate new Webkinz toys for pediatric cancer patients at University Hospitals in Iowa ...
- Vitality snapshot captures facts of life in Q-C area
It probably comes as no surprise to anyone that the cost of living in the Quad-Cities is lower than in the Chicago area, but it's also as low or lower than several neighboring communities such as Peoria, Ill., ...
- Developing Bettendorf's Downtown
It's expected to bring millions to the Quad Cities. And the new Quad Cities Waterfront Convention Center is entering it's final phase of construction.
- Drivers count lives saved, not the miles
BARRY O'Brien says, "I think we've made a lot of survivors." Barry, Bettendorf, has been a driver for 17 years for Road to Recovery, the wheels of hope for those going through cancer treatment.
- Bettendorf events center to be cutting-edge facility
Vice President and General Manager Nancy Donovan of the Isle in Bettendorf, Iowa, gives a tour and update on construction at the Quad-Cities Waterfront Convention Center on Thursday, Nov.
- 'Grossology' author returning to Bettendorf
Sylvia Branzei thanks Bart Simpson for her success. "He helped me break into the world so it's OK to belch or whatever," Branzei, the author of "Grossology," said this week from her home in Oregon.
- Check out these food prices from the past
THIS is a quick way to get depressed over your breakfast. We took a 1940 grocery ad and, item by item, compared those prices with what the same things would cost in 2008.
- Bettendorf: Major roads could be replaced
Bettendorf is embarking on an ambitious plan to replace its major arterial streets, many of which are a half-century old.
- A real page turner
Nobody likes feeling played. No matter how many ways they explain it, the reason du jour for pulling the plug on Moline's downtown Carnegie library always sounds like an excuse.
- Bettendorf VFW to reopen after - internal problems'
The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9128 in Bettendorf will celebrate its reopening today after coming off a 30-day suspension of the chapter, including its bar.
- Former judge pleads guilty to federal charges
A former Scott County judge has pleaded guilty to federal charges of bank fraud, forgery and two counts of aggravated identity theft.
- Festive atmosphere at Democratic post-election party
It's a big party atmosphere at Jersey Grille in Davenport, where Scott County Democrats gathered tonight.
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City DescriptionBettendorf is a city in Scott County, Iowa, United States. The population was 32,445 at the 2008 census estimate. Bettendorf is part of the Quad Cities, along with neighboring Davenport and the Illinois cities of Moline, East Moline and Rock Island.
Bettendorf lies in the original Wisconsin Territory, which was bought from the Sac and Fox Indians in the Black Hawk Purchase of 1832. The first white settlers established a village named Lillienthal, commemorating an early tavern and dance hall. The village of Gilbert developed alongside Lillienthal in 1858, honoring Elias Gilbert, who plotted the original site. At that time, the residents were predominantly German and were employed as farmers, skilled laborers, and small business owners. The two villages eventually combined to become the town of Gilbert.
Around 1900, William and Joseph Bettendorf were gifted 70 acres of riverfront land on condition that they move their iron wagon business from Davenport to Gilbert. In 1903, the town of 440 citizens petitioned for incorporation, requesting to change the town's name to honor the brothers whose factory was a major influence in the early development of the city.
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batting cages in bettendorf iowa?
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ARe there any batting cages in/very close to bettendorf, ia
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Move away while you have a chance.
Don't wait. Save yourself.
Best of luck with your escape.
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What are needed items when hunting Iowa Bucks during the rut?
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This is my first year ever hunting the rut and are ready to shoot a big Iowa Buck but dont really know what i need to obtain my goal. If anyone thinks they know what i need to reach my goal I would like to know. Thanks bettendorf_joe
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Park/Hiking in Bettendorf, IA?
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Looking for a scenic place near Bettendorf, Iowa for a picnic, perhaps some hiking. Going to be there tomorrow and Monday.
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I was in Bettendorf, IA 3 weeks ago and we went to a park called Devil's Glen. We went and had a picnic with my grandparents. They loved the Park and so did I. It's beautiful. We also did go for a nice walk along a river. It wasn't so much a hike though. Hope this helps!!
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where is a inexpensive place to take my three kids on vacation?
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i live in bettendorf iowa i dont mind travelling and my kids agaes are 9,9, and 12
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Well, I live in Montreal, Canada and the cheapest places have always been Mexico, Cuba and Florida. I know Cuba is not an option for you so I would go with Mexico as it is more exotic, but be careful where you stay.
www.tripadvisor.com is a great website that tells you all about hotels and resorts.
Make sure it's safe and clean.
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Is there anyone here from the Quad Cities area?
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For those of you who will ask, the QC are Davenport & Bettendorf in Iowa and Rock Island and Moline in Illinois.
I grew up in the QC area also (specifically Milan, Rock Island, and Moline). I'm just curious who else is here from that area.
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I'm from De Witt, but I work in Rock Island. I think it's funny how many people don't have a clue what the Quad Cities are.
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Moving to Orlando, FL?
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I am 20 years old and I am a golfer currently living in Bettendorf, Iowa and I want to start a career in golf and just can't do it here in the winter. I want to move near the Orlando, Lake Mary are and was wondering if there is any nice apartments around $500 rent and where at around that area is cheaper and nicer. I would accept any kind of advice or tips. Thanks!!!!!!
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If you're looking to move near Orlando or Lake Mary...good luck trying to find somewhere for $500...and if you do, let me know where! I'm paying almost $700 for a SMALL (600s/f loft/1 bathroom) in Altamonte Springs (just north of Orlando, just south of Lake Mary). I'm currently looking to rent somewhere else and all I'm finding is 1 bedroom/1 bath for closer to $800 with no utilities included. Do you have a friend that's looking to get outta Iowa or do you know anyone in Orlando that you could maybe split the rent with? Unfortunately, the only places that are going to have rent that low, aren't going to be in the nicer areas.. Good luck!
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Mississippi River?
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Where can I find out the history of major cities along the Mississippi River without using Wikipedia. Here are the cities I have:
Minneapolis, Minnesota
St. Paul, Minnesota
La Crosse, Wisconsin
Bettendorf, Iowa
Davenport, Iowa
Rock Island, Illinois
Moline, Illinois
St. Louis, Missouri
Cairo, Illinois
New Madrid, Missouri
Memphis, Tennessee
Greenville, Mississippi
Vicksburg, Mississippi
Natchez, Mississippi
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
New Orleans, Louisiana
What websites would be good to use.
This is for an English project and my teacher said niot to use Wikipedia
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I'll bet each of these cities has an official city website. Try Google.
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How many voters think Obama will keep his promises?
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Support abortion rights
"Obama has been a consistent champion of reproductive choice and will make preserving… women's right to choose under Roe v. Wade a priority as president."—Obama's Blueprint for Change
Work to reduced unintended pregnancies
"Obama will work to reduce unintended pregnancy by guaranteeing equity in contraceptive coverage, providing sex education and offering rape victims accurate information about emergency contraception."—Obama's Blueprint for Change
Hire based on merit
"When it comes to hiring people in my administration, the litmus test that will apply will not be based on party or ideology or who's traded the most favors, but on qualifications and experience. We're going to have experienced, competent people in the White House."—05/19/08 Billings, Mont.
Require new hires to deny cronyism
"Obama will issue an executive order asking all new hires at the agencies to sign a form affirming that no political appointee offered them the job solely on the basis of political affiliation or contribution."—Obama's Blueprint for Change
Deliver fireside chats online
"He will personally deliver occasional fireside chats via webcast."—Obama's Blueprint for Change
Increase regulation of financial industry
"I'll put in place the common-sense regulations and rules of the road I've been calling for since March -- rules that will keep our market free, fair, and honest; rules that will restore accountability and responsibility in our corporate boardrooms."—10/9/08, Dayton, Ohio
Advocate free market
"I will always be a strong advocate for a market that is free and open."—9/17/07, New York City
Add consumer credit protections
"I'll institute a five-star rating system to inform consumers about the level of risk involved in every credit card. And we'll establish a credit card bill of rights that will ban unilateral changes to a credit card agreement, ban rate changes to debt that's already incurred and ban interest fees on late fees."—11/7/07, Bettendorf, Iowa
Reform bankruptcy laws
"Obama will reform our bankruptcy laws to protect working people, ban executive bonuses for bankrupt companies and require disclosure of all pension investments."—Obama's Blueprint for Change
"We'll make sure that if you can demonstrate that you went bankrupt because of medical expenses, then you can relieve that debt and get back on your feet."—2/13/07, Janesville, Wis.
"Obama will work to eliminate the provision that prevents bankruptcy courts from modifying an individual's mortgage payments."—Obama's Blueprint for Change
Ensure economy works for everyone
Obama promised to "make sure our economy is working for everybody."—6/2/08, Droy, Mich., Associated Press
Help community and small business development agencies
"Obama will provide additional resources to the federal Community Development Financial Institution Fund, the Small Business Administration and other federal agencies, especially to their local branch offices, to address community needs."—Obama's Blueprint for Change
Increase minimum wage every year
"I won't wait 10 years to raise the minimum wage. I'll guarantee that it goes up every single year."—11/7/07, Bettendorf, Iowa
Support unions
"If American workers are being denied their right to organize when I'm in the White House, I will put on a comfortable pair of shoes and I will walk on that picket line with you as president of the United States."—11.3/07, Spartanburg, S.C.
Try to ban permanent replacement of strikers
"He will work to ban the permanent replacement of striking workers, so workers can stand up for themselves without worrying about losing their livelihoods."—Obama's Blueprint for Change
Invest $1 billion in transitional jobs programs
"I will invest $1 billion over five years in innovative transitional jobs programs that have been highly successful at placing the unemployed into temporary jobs and then training them for permanent ones."—7/18/07, Washington, D.C.
Stand up for working parents
"I'll be a president who stands up for working parents."—11/7/07, Bettendorf, Iowa
Require automatic retirement savings plans
"When I'm president, employers will be required to enroll every worker in a direct deposit retirement account that places a small percentage of every paycheck into savings."—1/29/08, El Dorado, Kan.
Expand Family Medical Leave Act
"I'll expand the Family Medical Leave Act to include more businesses and millions more workers"—11/7/07, Bettendorf, Iowa
Won't sign trade pacts lacking labor and environmental standards
"It's because of this longstanding commitment to working families that I will not sign any trade agreement as president that does not have protections for our environment and protections for American workers."—2/24/08, Lorain, Ohio
Sign the Employee Free Choice Act
"That [union right to organize] is why I'll fight for and why I intend to sign the Employee Free Choice Act when it lands on my desk in
I can't shorten it up...he has promised everything but the kitchen sink to America.
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He'll do just as any other president, he'll keep the ones that are politically easy and say that he can't keep the others because of the oposing party...... Even though his party controls the House and the Senate
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Haunted locations in the Quad Cities?
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I'm looking for information on haunted locations in the Quad Cities (Moline and Rock Island, Illinois, and Davenport and Bettendorf, Iowa) and surrounding areas. I'm going to give a presentation in October and am also writing a book on hauntings. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
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Your "Best Bet" on Finding Haunted locations in the Quad Cities Area is to (WAIT) Until Halloween and You Will FIND (PLENTY) of "Haunted Houses" to give a presentation about AND "Write a Book" About !
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Did Mitt Romney REALLY say this?
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BETTENDORF, Iowa (AP) -- Republican presidential hopeful Mitt Romney on Wednesday defended his five sons' decision not to enlist in the military, saying they're showing their support for the country by ''helping me get elected.''.
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Yeah, apparently he said that today. I am a Republican, but does he really need all five sons to help him get elected? Heck, I think just having one or two sons in the military, serving our nation, would do a whole lot more to help him get elected.
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Strategies for acquiring a Wii - SECRETS PLEASE?
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I am desperately seeking a Wii fAND a Wii Fit or a dying child...okay, that's a lie....I am desperately seeking a Wii for ME ME ME. I am calling all over. I am willing to drive 2 hours to get it (I am in Galesburg, IL. Peoria, Bloomington, Moline, Davenport, Rock Island, Iowa City, Burlington, Bettendorf...etc are nearby). Okay, all you insiders. If your life depended on it, AND you didn't want to overpay, HOW WOULD YOU ACQUIRE a Wii? What's the insider's scoop? BOTH the Wii and the Wii Fit are a necessity. Thanks.
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Walmart!
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