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Scott County Special Olympics coach devotes hours each week to the organization | Pay It Forward

Sherrie Fischer is a head coach and delegation manager for the Scott County Special Olympics. Volunteering for the program earned her the Pay It Forward award.

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Pay It Forward | Scott County Special Olympics head coach creates strong community for athletes

Sherrie Fischer is a head coach and delegation manager for the Scott County Special Olympics. Volunteering for the program earned her the Pay It Forward award.

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Beyond the Badge: Sherrard school resource officer connects with students

When Mike Mendoza started as the school resource officer at Sherrard, he didn't know what to expect. Seven years later, he loves seeing the students everyday.

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Beyond the Badge | Monmouth lieutenant teaches others about safety

When Lieutenant Joseph Bratcher isn't patrolling the streets of Monmouth he's in the classroom getting involved in safety classes.

Community

QC nonprofit faces setbacks after lumber theft

Kinna's House of Love had plans to open a shelter for women and girls, but now that's more uncertain.

Community

Azubuike African American Council hosts film screening at Last Picture House

In the 10 years this organization has called the Quad Cities home they have been driven to boost art programs around the region to foster community growth.

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Sterling Police Department helping children in need with winter coat drive

The annual "Cops for Coats" drive helps residents in the Sterling area receive winter gear ahead of the cold snap.

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Sterling police officers collecting coats for the community in annual 'Cops for Coats'

News 8's Andrew Stutzke is on the road in Sterling to explain why they're hosting a winter coat drive.

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Organizers with Birdies for Charity give away a car to a lucky Quad Citizen

Each year people who attend the John Deere Classic can win a new car if they can correctly guess the number of birdies made during the tournament.

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Pay It Forward | Kindergarten teacher instills life lessons with hands-on experiences

Jennifer Knuth not only teaches at Denkmann Elementary but tends to a garden allowing students to interact with nature.

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Pay it Forward | Educating children with hands-on experiences

Elementary teacher Jennifer Knuth takes a unique angle to educate kids by utilizing the natural green spaces outside her classroom.

Former Moline Marooners Brock Harding, Owen Freeman return home for Iowa vs. Washington game

Get your home ready for the winter this weekend before cooler temps arrive

Temperatures remain mild this weekend

Get your home ready for the winter this weekend before cooler temps arrive

3 Things to Know | Quad Cities morning headlines for Nov. 8, 2024

Scott County Special Olympics coach devotes hours each week to the organization | Pay It Forward

Pay It Forward | Scott County Special Olympics head coach creates strong community for athletes

Beyond the Badge: Sherrard school resource officer connects with students

Beyond the Badge | Monmouth lieutenant teaches others about safety

QC nonprofit faces setbacks after lumber theft

Azubuike African American Council hosts film screening at Last Picture House

Sterling Police Department helping children in need with winter coat drive

Sterling police officers collecting coats for the community in annual 'Cops for Coats'

Organizers with Birdies for Charity give away a car to a lucky Quad Citizen

Pay It Forward | Kindergarten teacher instills life lessons with hands-on experiences

Pay it Forward | Educating children with hands-on experiences

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