WQPT QUAD CITIES PBS
The Cities | Dr. Reginald Lawrence | Bix Beiderbecke Museum
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- The Cities | Dr. Reginald Lawrence | Bix Beiderbecke Museum
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- 29:30
- Date posted
- 7 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens – Guests: Dr. Reginald Lawrence Rock Island-Milan School Superintendent talks about his new position in the Quad Cities and Howard Braren, President Bix Beiderbecke Museum discusses saving the exhibit from the recent flooding and re-opening at the RME.
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- The Cities | Moon Landing | Rock Island County Fair
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- 28:30
- Date posted
- 7 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens – Guests Dr. Robert Mitchell Menke Observatory Director and Jeff Struve Quad Cities Astronomical Society talk about the 50th anniversary of the moon landing. Plus, Kate Jennings Rock Island County Fair President brings us up-to-date on the 150th anniversary of the fair and all of the new attractions for 2019.
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- The Cities | Mayor Frank Klipsch | Floods | Veterans Experience Action Center
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- 29:00
- Date posted
- 7 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens – Guests: Mayor Frank Klipsch of Davenport, Iowa and Daniel Bush of the Downtown Davenport Business Coalition talk about how everyone can work together during the next flood. Plus, Natalie Woodhurst Veterans Experience Action Center Organizer and Sue Nan Jehlin. Veterans Experience Action Center Organizer discuss assets available for veterans.
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- The Cities | Putnam Museum | Mississippi Bend Players
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- 26:45
- Date posted
- 7 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens – Guests: Jim talks with Rachel Mullins Steiner the new Putnam Museum President/CEO. What is ahead for the museum? Plus, Mike Schulz of the Mississippi Bend Players is presenting a season of military plays and musicals. Coming up "The Green River," by local playwright Aaron Randolph III.
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- The Cities | Maj. Scott Shelbourn |"Red, White and Boom" | Mississippi Valley Blues Society
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- 29:30
- Date posted
- 7 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Maj. Scott Shelbourn of the Salvation Army talks about resources for folks cleaning up from the flood and where to find them. Then, Ken Croken "Red, White and Boom" Organizer brings us up-to-date on all of the events planned around the annual July 4th celebration and Ellen Clow from the Mississippi Valley Blues Society discusses the new location for the annual Blues festival.
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- The Cities | Downtown Davenport Business Coalition | Handicapped Development Center
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- 29:00
- Date posted
- 7 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Daniel Bush Downtown Davenport Business Coalition and Dylan Steil "Roam" Owner join Jim to talk about clean up efforts after the flood and what should the city do to help downtown businesses. Plus, celebrating an anniversary. Jeff Ashcraft Handicapped Development Center President and Carol Foster Handicapped Development Center Vice President discuss this landmark anniversary for the Handicapped Development Center.
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- The Cities | Rep. Tony McCombie | Rep. Mike Halpin
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- 28:30
- Date posted
- 7 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens – Guests: Rep. Tony McCombie (R) Savanna and Rep. Mike Halpin (D) Rock Island talk with Jim about the 2019 session. What was accomplished?
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- The Cities | Lt. Gen. Thomas James Jr | QC Triathalon
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- 28:00
- Date posted
- 7 years ago
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- The Cities Jim Mertens - First Army Commanding General talks about the 75th Anniversary of the D-Day Landing, and we mark the moment the “First Army” officially moved its headquarters to the Rock Island Arsenal. Plus, John Punkiewicz helps us all get ready for the Quad Cities Triathlon.
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- The Cities | Sen. Chris Cournoyer & Rep. Pyhllis Thede | QC Community Foundation
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- 28:45
- Date posted
- 7 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Guests: State Sen. Chris Cournoyer R Le Claire, Iowa and State Rep. Phyllis Thede (D) Bettendorf, IOWA talk about the Iowa Legislative session that was just completed. Plus, Anne Calder Quad Cities Community Foundation and Kelly Thompson, Quad Cities Community Foundation discuss how they are helping our neighbors recover from historic flooding.
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- The Cities | City of Moline | Jennifer Russell
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- 28:15
- Date posted
- 7 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens – Mayor Stephanie Acri Moline, Illinois and Lisa Cotter Moline City Administrator talk about "flood fatigue" and other projects in Moline. Plus, Jennifer Russell "Spotlight on Lyme QCA" Founder shines a light on Lyme disease and the need to catch it early.
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- The Cities | Mississippi River Flooding | Kathy Wine
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- 27:45
- Date posted
- 7 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Despite Mississippi River flooding, River Action wants people to enjoy the river and all it has to offer. Kathy Wine joins us on "The Cities" as does American Red Cross Serving Central Illinois QC director Trish Burnett.
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- The Cities | Mayor Frank Klipsch | Davenport Flooding | WQPT
- Runtime
- 28:15
- Date posted
- 7 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens – Guests: Mayor Frank Klipsch, Davenport, Iowa and Dave Donovan Scott Co Emergency Management Director talk about the flooding in Davenport and plans for the cleanup and beyond. Plus, Sharon Larson from the Beaux Arts Fair talks about moving the event to the Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds due to the flooding.
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- The Cities - Joni Ernst - Women Lead Change
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- 28:00
- Date posted
- 7 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens – Guests: Sen. Joni Ernst (R) Iowa sits down to talk with Jim about Plus, Tiffany O'Donnell of "Women Lead Change" an on-going effort to promote women in the workplace is getting a boost as Women Lead Change expands its outreach.
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- The Cities I Rock Island County Health Dept. I River Music Experience
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- 28:00
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Janet Hill from the Rock Island County Health Dept. discusses the rise of STD’s. Tyson Danner, new Executive Director of River Music Experience talks about RME’s 15th anniversary. Plus, musician Josh Duffee celebrates the music of Louis Bellson in a special concert this coming week.
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- The Cities I Rep. Dave Loebsack (D) Iowa I Greg Aguilar, Big Table I Mr. Scott, WQPT
- Runtime
- 29:45
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
- Description
- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Guests: Rep. Dave Loebsack (D) Iowa talks about retirement, while Greg Aguilar, Q2030 Director discusses the upcoming Big Table conversations. Plus, Mr. Scott of WQPT's "Exploring with Mr. Scott" suggests things to do with the kids in honor of Earth Day.
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- The Cities I Rock Island County Health Department I Niabi Zoo
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- 26:41
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens – Guests: Rock Island County Health Department Health sanitarian Sheri Duhme talks about contamination and disease that could be on tap due to our areas flooding. Also, Niabi Zoo Director Lee Jackson talks about exploring and learning about an animal’s habitat.
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- The Cities I VA Clinic in Davenport I Eastern Iowa Community College I Nahant Marsh
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- 25:15
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Guests: Cindy McGee, VA Clinic Manager and Tammy Neff, VA Nurse Executive discuss the opening of the new VA Clinic in Davenport. Erin Snyder from Eastern Iowa Community Colleges talks about free classes and Amy Loving of Nahant Marsh discusses how the flooding is affecting the Marsh and the cleanup to come as the flood recedes.
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- The Cities I United Way of the Quad Cities I Quad City River Bandits I Black Box Theatre
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- 28:15
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens – Guests: United Way of the Quad Cities President Rene Gellerman talks about the graduation rate in the QCA and how to keep the numbers climbing. Jacqueline Holm, new General Manager of the Quad City River Bandits discusses the new season. Plus, Jonathan Turner, Music Director for "The Last Five Years" talks about the show opening at the Black Box Theatre.
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- The Cities I George Ryan, Interstate 74 Corridor Manager I Jessica Brooks, National Weather Service
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- 29:15
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Guests: What's up with the new bridge? We ask George Ryan, Interstate 74 Corridor Manager. Flooding, how much? How long? Find out from Jessica Brooks, National Weather Service Hydrologist.
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- The Cities -Mayor Gallagher, Bettendorf, IA I Milestones Area Agency on Aging I LifeLong Links
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- 28:15
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Mayor Robert Gallagher, Bettendorf, Iowa talks about the state of Bettendorf. Plus, Becky Passman of Milestones Area Agency on Aging and Dawn Carstensen, LifeLong Links Director discuss care for the caregiver.
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- The Cities I Moline Mayor Stephanie Acri I Moline Public Library
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- 28:00
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Mayor Stephanie Acri of Moline, Illinois discusses the changes to the downtown and the I-74 bridge. Also, representatives from the Moline Public Library talk about their new initiative Becoming An American.
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- The Cities I Iowa Republican Party Chairman I Leslie Wells, Bush Construction
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- 28:59
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens-Guests: Jeff Kaufmann, Iowa Republican Party Chairman discusses the Iowa legislature. Leslie Wells of Bush Construction talks about women in construction.
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- The Cities I REDEEM Executive Director Tim Knanishu I Tracy White Quad City Empowerment Network
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- 27:45
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens-REDEEM Executive Director Tim Knanishu talks about changes happening in East Moline.
Tracy White from the Quad City Empowerment Network discusses the upcoming QC Black Business Expo, now in its 4th year.
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- The Cities I PBS President and CEO Paula Kerger I Ready to Run Illinois
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- 28:29
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens – Guests: PBS President and CEO Paula Kerger. Plus, Ready to Run Illinois director Debbie Kepple-Mamros.
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- The Cities I Davenport Mayor, Frank Klipsch I WQAD Eric Sorensen
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- 28:00
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Davenport Mayor Frank Klipsch and WQAD meteorologist Eric Sorensen.
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- The Cities I Rock Island Mayor Mike Thoms I Kelly Rundle "The Amish Incident"
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- 27:30
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- Rock Island Mayor Mike Thoms and Fourth Wall Films documentary filmmaker Kelly Rundle discussing "The Amish Incident" coming up on WQPT February 10 at 9:00 pm.
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- The Cities I Putnam Museum I Vera Kelly Davenport NAACP
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- 28:45
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Check out the new exhibit at the Putnam Museum - "Race". Guests: Kim Findley, Putnam Museum President and Greg Aguilar, Exhibit Community Team Member. Also,Vera Kelly Davenport NAACP Vice President joins Jim to talk about Black History Month.
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- The Cities I Mark Perna I Circa 21 Dinner Playhouse
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- 27:30
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Mark Perna "Answering Why" Author talks about how to communicate with the youth of today and Brett Hitchcock of Circa 21 Dinner Playhouse discusses the newest show “Newsies” and more entertainment on tap at Circa.
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- The Cities I Rock Island County Courthouse I Playcrafters "A Work in Progress"
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- 27:15
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Guests Diane Oestreich of the Rock Island Preservation Society and Rich Morthland (R) Rock Island County Board talk about efforts to save the courthouse. Plus, Alexander Richardson "A Work in Progress" Playwright and Jesse Mohr "A Work in Progress" Actor discuss the new play opening at Playcrafters.
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- The CitiesI Iowa State Representative Cindy Winckler I Iowa St. Representative Gary Mohr ICamp Kesem
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- 28:30
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens –Iowa State Representative Cindy Winckler (D) Davenport, Iowa and Iowa State Representative Gary Mohr (R) Bettendorf, Iowa sit down with Jim to talk about the new legislative session in Iowa. Plus, Maddie Witt Camp Kesem District Director tells us about how to get your child signed up for Camp Kesem - a camp for kids whose parents have cancer.
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- The Cities I State Rep. Tony McCombie I State Rep. Mike Halpin I Family Museum
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- 28:30
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens –The elections are over and our re-elected representatives State Rep. Tony McCombie (R) Savanna, Illinois and State Rep. Mike Halpin (D) Rock Island, Illinois talk with Jim about the upcoming session. Plus, it's time for Noon Years Eve at the Family Museum. Sara Hodgini tells us about what to expect at the festivities.
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- The Cities I Mike Shultz, River Cities’ Movie Reviewer I Dave Harrell, Quad Cities President/CEO
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- 28:00
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens – Jim talks movies with Mike Shultz River Cities’ Movie Reviewer. What should you see, what should you avoid. Plus Jim introduces us to Dave Harrell, the new Visit Quad Cities President/CEO on his plans for our area.
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- The Cities I Figge Museum I Putnam Museum I Salvation Army
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- 27:14
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - The Figge Museum has a new way of funding coming in the new year. Jim talks with Kim Findlay, Putnam Museum President and Jacki O'Donnell Quad Cities Cultural Trust Executive Director about this new relationship. Plus, Maj. Scott Shelbourn from the Salvation Army discusses the changes coming to their facility here in the Quad Cities.
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- The Cities I 74 Bridge Project Manager Danielle Alvarez I Scott County YMCA CEO Brad Martell
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- 28:29
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens -Jim talks with 74 Bridge Project Manager Danielle Alvarez about the installation of the arches, prep work and street closures. Plus, Scott County YMCA CEO Brad Martell discusses the new YMCA campus coming to downtown Davenport.
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- The Cities I Bettendorf Schools I Arrowhead Ranch
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- 28:45
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Jim talks about the Bettendorf School vote with Bettendorf School Superintendent Mike Raso and Finance Director Dallon Christensen. Plus.Arrowhead Ranch CEO Dr. Chester Lien discusses plans to reinvigorate the facility. – Original air date: November 29, 2018
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- The Cities I Quad City Arts I Festival of Trees I Festival of Trees Train Display
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- 28:59
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens –Jim sits down with Carmen Darland, retiring Chief Executive Officer of Quad City Arts to talk about what is coming up for the arts organization. Plus, Cheryl DeCap, Festival of Trees Director discusses changes to this year’s festival. And Paul VanDuyne IMEG Chief Executive Officer talks about volunteering for a festival favorite, the Festival of Trees train display. Episode 852 – Original air date: November 22, 2018
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- Stories of Service - Steelandt
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- 3:40
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- Story of Staff Sergeant Edward Steelandt, a survivor of the crash of the last B-24.
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- WQPT 35th Anniversary Program
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- 29:41
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- A documentary highlighting the history of WQPT and our 35 year anniversary as your PBS station.
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- The Cities I Festival of Trees I Toys for Tots I Isabel Bloom Ornament
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- 25:59
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Jim sits down to talk with Kathy Aden and Stephanie Witt, co-directors of Festival of Trees about the annual event. Plus, Toys for Tots Quad City coordinator Gunnery Sgt David Caisse discusses how you can help this holiday season for children in need. And Donna Young with Isabel Bloom features the new ornament for this year’s Festival of Trees. Original air date: November 15, 2018
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- The Cities I Election I Sara Tubbs/Spotlight Theatre
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- 27:31
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Jim discusses election results with Linda Greenlee Scott County Republican Chair and Thom Hart Scott County Democratic Chair. Also, Sara Tubbs talks about upcoming projects at the Spotlight Theatre. Music by Lojo Russo. Original air date: November 8, 2018
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- The Cities l Election l "A Golden Cross to Bear"-Documentary l "Avenue of Flags" Program
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- 29:00
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Jim talks with this guests Doug House Rock Island Co. Democratic Chairman and Drue Mielke Rock Island Co. Republican Chairman about next week’s election. Plus producers Kane Farabaugh and Roger Amm of "A Golden Cross to Bear" discuss the documentary and the journey to make it happen. And Bob Clancy from the Breakfast Optimists' Club joins Jim to talk about their new "Avenue of Flags" program. Music by Tony Hoepner. Episode 849 – Original air date: November 1, 2018
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- The Cities I Moline City Planners I QC Hispanic Chamber I RI Health Dept.
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- 26:59
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Jim talks with Jeff Anderson and Ray Forsythe, Moline City Planners about community input for Avenue of the Cities. Plus, Zenaida Landeros the new Executive Director of the Quad Cities Hispanic Chamber discusses their 10th anniversary and Janet Hill of the Rock Island County Health Department talks about the new breast milk depository and reminds everyone to get their flu shot. Episode 848 – Original air date: October 25, 2018
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- The Cities I Senior Health Care I Figge Museum "French Moderns"
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- 27:15
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Jim sits down with Jacob Irish of the Western Illinois Area Agency on Aging to talk about choices seniors must make to get their health care in order. Also, Tim Schiffer, the Figge Museum Executive Director discusses the new exhibit "French Moderns: Monet to Matisse". Episode 847- Original airdate: October 18, 2018
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- The Cities I Early Voting I Dracula I WQPT
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- 28:45
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Jim sits down to talk with Scott County Auditor Roxanna Moritz and Rock Island County Clerk Karen Kinney about voting. Should you vote early? Is it too late to register? They'll answer your questions. Then, Joedy Cook of Ballet Quad Cities and Domingo Rubio (Dracula) talk about the upcoming performance of the gothic ballet. Episode 846 – Original air date: October 11, 2018
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- The Cities I Western Illinois University I WQPT 35th Anniversary I WQPT
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- 29:31
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Jim sits down to talk with Dr. Jack Thomas, President of Western Illinois University, about the university's plans for the future, new classes, and opportunities for the community. Also, Mary Pruess, WQPT General Manager, talks about the upcoming 35th anniversary of the station. Episode 845 - Original airdate: October 4, 2018.
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- The Cities I Dr. Christopher Peters I GiGi's Playhouse I WQPT
- Runtime
- 28:01
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Jim is joined by Dr. Christopher Peters who is running as a Republican in the Iowa Congressional contest. He discusses his platform and reasons for running. Plus, Pam Lynch from GiGi's Playhouse talks about their annual Superhero 5K, 1 Mile Walk, and Kids Dash for Down Syndrome. Episode 844 - Original airdate: September 27, 2018.
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- The Cities I Dave Loebsack I Growing Along the River Focus I WQPT
- Runtime
- 28:30
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Jim sits down with Rep. Dave Loebsack (D) Iowa to discuss his reasons for running for re-election. Plus, Kay Sigardson-Poor talks about the upcoming Growing Along the River Focus on Fall Conference coming September 29 to Scott Community College that will deal with getting your gardens ready this fall, and the opportunity to hear from keynote speaker Joe Lamp'l, host of Growing a Greener World on WQPT. Episode 843- Original airdate: September 20, 2018
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- The Cities I Rep. Cheri Bustos I Quad Cities Marathon I WQPT
- Runtime
- 27:59
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
- Description
- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Jim sits down to talk with Rep. Cheri Bustos (D) about the upcoming election and the projects she is working on for our community. Plus, it's time for the Quad Cities Marathon. Learn all about the many races you can watch or be a participant in with Laura Wittnebel. Episode 842 - Original airdate: September 13, 2018.
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- The Cities I Bill Fawell I Celtic Games I WQPT
- Runtime
- 29:00
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
- Description
- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Jim sits down with the Illinois 17th Congressional Republican candidate Bill Fawell, plus it's time for all things Celtic. We talk with organizers of the upcoming Celtic Games at Centennial Park. Episode 841 - Original airdate: September 6, 2018.
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- The Cities I East Moline Police I Viva Quad Cities I WQPT
- Runtime
- 27:45
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
- Description
- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Jim is joined by Chief John Reynolds of the East Moline Police to talk about the recent lockdown at an area high school. Plus, Viva Quad Cities reaches a major milestone. Toni Robertson talks with Jim about the upcoming festivities. Music by Angela Meyer. Episode 840 - Original airdate: August 30, 2018
