Back in May I attended my first meeting of the Davenport Arts & Cultural Alliance (DACA) and was not disappointed.
My Ex-Signature Doctor
I'd been seeing this doctor for about six years. Then, last year, she started a "Signature" program to deliver "personalized" healthcare to patients willing to dole her office up $1,500 a year for it. Up until that point I thought I was already receiving "personalized" care, so I didn't think much of it. Then I got sick.
Double the Ducklings
If you didn't think Lake Play had enough ducks, today's your lucky day. Just hatched are double the ducklings. The March babies are already grown up and some have left Lake Play. With the drought, surely there's not enough food to go around. The new ducklings are staying close to a source of food for now... Continue Reading →
Davenport TwoFer: Fires Attorney & City Manager
Updated 4/24/17 10:54 PM On a floor motion made by newly elected commissioner Barbara Pierson, City of Davenport attorney Kirk Warren was terminated tonight by commissioners on a 3/2 vote. Darlene Bradley and Rob Robinson joined Barbara in her motion to fire the attorney who's served the city since 2004. In a motion made by Bradley, City... Continue Reading →
But is it Genuine?
For driftwood hunters, this wildlife artifact is the "rough" part of our diamonds in the rough.
Tortoise on the Run
With temperatures reaching into the low 90's in our Oven State and the heir apparent of creatures extraordinaire, I was brought a gopher tortoise by a bunch of my neighbors who had no idea why a one-to-five-pound tortoise would be running at lighting speed (for a turtle) through our streets and alley ways. We allowed... Continue Reading →
Ducklings Beware
One note to our wee, new friends: Beware; we have country folk here with their BBQ's at the ready for fresh, young fowl.
Pineapple Pudding Pie Sans Peaks
I used half the sugar and skipped the meringue part. Well, actually I didn't ...
Davenport Hears from All Candidates
Listen to Davenport's candidates speak. Then VOTE on April 4th.
Trump Budget Disregards Local Needs
There's literally nothing in Trump's budget for Davenport or any municipality for that matter.
Piña on the Stalk
This particular pineapple is designated for my Piña Pie.
Restroom in Jamestown’s Future
Jamestown residents walked away with DOUBLE what they asked for.