WQPT QUAD CITIES PBS
The Cities I Bettendorf Schools I Arrowhead Ranch
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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
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- 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
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- 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
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- 27:59
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- 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
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- 29:00
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- 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
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- 27:45
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- 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
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- The Cities I Scott County Mental Health I Alternating Currents I WQPT
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- 27:15
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Jim is joined by Courtney Stenzel, Scott County Mental Health Coordinator, to talk about how Scott County has used a mental health court to try to stop the endless cycle of drug and mental health issues for some defendants. Also, Jason Gilliland, Event Coordinator for "Alternating Currents" taking place in Downtown Davenport, discusses the upcoming event. Episode 839 - Original air date: August 23, 2018.
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- The Cities I Rock Island County History I Hydroponic Farms I WQPT
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- 28:15
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Jim talks with the Rock Island County Recorder, Kelly Fisher, to talk about moving all of the history of the county to a new location. Plus, visit a hydroponic farm right here in Davenport created by Chen and Andrew Freitag of Friday's Fresh Market. Episode 838 - Original air date: August 16, 2018.
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- The Cities I Substitute Teachers I Quad City Symphony Orchestra I WQPT
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- 28:00
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Jim sits down with Clint Heitz, Bettendorf Schools Instructional Coach, and Betty Justis, Mississippi Bend Area Education Association, for a discussion about the need for substitute teachers and how people can go about being accredited to be a substitute. Plus, meet the new Executive Director of the Quad City Symphony Orchestra, Brian Baxter. He talks with Jim about the upcoming season for the Quad City Symphony Orchestra and the Riverfront Pops. Episode 837 - Original air date: August 9, 2018.
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- The Cities I Quad City Chamber of Commerce I P.J. Lasker
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- 27:00
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- 836 – The Cities with Jim Mertens - Jim is joined by Greg Aguilar, Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce Q2030 Director to talk about the take away from the Big Table discussions. Plus, writer P.J. Lasker discusses the world premiere of his play "Beginners Luck," the last show of the 2018 Mississippi Bend Players season. Episode 836 – original air date: August 2, 2018
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- The Cities I Rock Island County Courthouse I Tree Health I Firework Safety
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- 25:15
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - What to do with the Rock Island County Courthouse? Jim talks with Rock Island County Board chairman Ken Maranda and County Administrator Jim Snider. Plus, after the 4th of July tragedy in Rock Island, how can you check on a trees health? Davenport arborist John Vance joins Jim. Episode 834 – Original air date: July 19, 2018
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- The Cities I Salvation Army I Mississippi Valley Fair
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- 27:15
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- 835 – The Cities with Jim Mertens - Join Jim and his guests Major Scott Shelbourn from the Salvation Army as they discuss a different way to treat the homeless and Shawn Lotter General Manager for the Mississippi Valley Fair. Jim and Shawn talk about this year’s entertainment at the fair. Music by Kevin Presbrey. Episode 835 – Original air date: July 26, 2018
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- The Cities I Political Civility in 2018 I QC Chamber of Commerce
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- 28:14
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Jim sits down with Quad City Chamber of Commerce president Paul Rumler as he talks about returning to the Quad Cities and his plans as he takes over at the Chamber. Plus, former Iowa State Senator Maggie Tinsman, founder of the "50/50 in 2020" initiative discusses her efforts calling for political civility in the upcoming campaign year. Episode 833 – Original air date: July 12, 2018
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- The Cities I John Deere Classic I Birdies for Charity
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- 24:31
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Jim talks all things John Deere Classic with his guests John Deere Classic Tournament Director Clair Peterson and Birdies for Charity Director Kristy Ketcham Jackson. Plus, First Tee Executive Director Andrew Lehman talks about the kids program. Episode 832 – Original air date: July 5, 2018
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- The Cities I The 2020 Census I Mississippi Valley Blues Society Festival
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- 24:31
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- Gena McCullough Bi State Regional Commission Planner and Laura Fontaine of the Doris and Victor Day Foundation join Jim. Plus, the Mississippi Valley Blues Society is right around the corner. Hal Reed talks with Jim about what’s new. Episode 831 – Original air date: July 28, 2018
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- Dick Bowser Snapshot
- Runtime
- 2:46
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Kone company has been an important name in the QC area for years, but who had a hand in its success? Find out as we learn about a Quad Cities legend, Dick Bowser, on this Snapshot.
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- WQPT QUAD CITIES PBS Live Stream
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- 0:00
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- The Cities I Mayor Frank Klipsch I Father's Day River Ride I WQPT
- Runtime
- 28:46
- Date posted
- 9 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Jim is joined by Mayor Frank Klipsch as they discuss the upcoming community summit on youth crime and violence and the impact of two new shootings in Davenport. Kathy Wine Executive Director of River Action talks about this years Father's Day River Ride and Producing Artistic Director of the Mississippi Bend Players, Mike Schulz bring us up-to-date on the plays on tap for the second season of MBP. Music by Kevin Presbrey. Episode 829 – Original air date: June 14, 2018
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- The Cities- Iowa Gubernatorial Candidate and Writers Conference
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- 28:59
- Date posted
- 9 years ago
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- Jim is joined by Iowa Gubernatorial Candidate (D) Fred Hubbell and his running mate State Sen. Rita Hart. Also, the Writers Conference is just around the corner. Learn more from Executive Director of the Midwest Writers Center Ryan Collins. Episode 830 – Original air date: June 21, 2018
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- The Cities | Illinois Lawmaker | WQPT
- Runtime
- 28:02
- Date posted
- 9 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Rep. Tony McCombie (R) Savanna, Illinois and Rep. Mike Halpin (D) Rock Island, Illinois talk about the SPENDING BILL that got widespread support from Illinois Lawmakers. What happened this year to break the gridlock that plagued Illinois Government for three years. Music by Kevin Carton. Episode 828 – Original air date: June 7, 2018
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- The Cities | Iowa Voter ID Law| Scott County Recycling | WQPT
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- 28:14
- Date posted
- 9 years ago
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- Roxanna Moritz, Scott County Auditor talks with Jim about the kind of identification you will need to vote and Kathy Morris from
Scott County Solid Waste Commission tells us about a new way to recycle. Episode 827 – Original air date: May 31, 2018
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- The Cities | Iowa State Treasurer | Kwik Star Criterium | WQPT
- Runtime
- 28:00
- Date posted
- 9 years ago
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- Jim is joined by Michael Fitzgerald, Iowa State Treasurer to talk about how to make better investments. Then, it's time for the Kwik Star Criterium coming to the Village of East Davenport. Organizer John Harrington and Dave Bert from the Quad Cities Veterans Outreach Center bring us up-to-date on plans for the 53rd annual biking event. Finally, Memorial Day is more than a day to have a picnic. It's our time to honor the men and women who gave their lives for America. Jeff Godines, Combat Veterans Motorcycle Assn. Commander talks about living vets coming to the aid of their fellow vets. Plus, music by Keith Soto. Episode 826 – Original air date: May 24, 2018
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- The Cities | Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds | Rock Island Courthouse | WQPT
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- 28:31
- Date posted
- 9 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Jim talks with Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds. Plus, saving the Rock Island Courthouse. Where does it stand? Diann Moore of the Moline Preservation Society brings us up-to-date
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- The Cities | Iowa Lawmakers| Project NOW | WQPT
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- 29:15
- Date posted
- 9 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Iowa lawmakers end their 2018 session with landmark decisions. Where does the state go from here? Jim is joined by Linda Greenlee, Scott County Republican Chair and Thom Hart, Scott County Democrats Chair. Also, Maureen Hart, Executive Director of Project NOW discusses the organizations 50th Anniversary and how Project NOW has changed. Tony Hoeppner performs “Chasing Memories” Episode 824 – Original air date: May 10 2018
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- The Cities | Rock Island County Health Department | Spotlight Theatre | WQPT
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- 28:15
- Date posted
- 9 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Jim is joined by Janet Hill of the Rock Island County Health Department to talk about signing up for medical marijuana. Also, Sara and Brent Tubbs of the new Spotlight Theatre talk about their upcoming season and other special events. Episode 823 – Original air date: May 3, 2018
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- The Cities | Rock Island County Farm Bureau | Cornbelt Running Club | WQPT
- Runtime
- 28:30
- Date posted
- 9 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - The weather is changing. What do farmers have to look forward to this planting season? Jim sits down with Tom Mueller of the Rock Island County Farm Bureau Foundation and Jeff Kirwan of the Illinois Farm Bureau. Next up, Bonnie Busch from the Cornbelt Running Club talks about their new event. Plus, Kevin Presbrey performs "Something in the Water." Episode 822 – Original air date: April 26, 2018
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- The Cities | Rock Island Preservation Society | Quad Cities Genealogical Conference | WQPT
- Runtime
- 27:01
- Date posted
- 9 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - What to do with the Rock Island Courthouse? Jim talks with Diane Oestreich of the Rock Island Preservation Society. Also, Sandy Luse from the Quad Cities Genealogical Conference on how you can find your roots. Episode 821 – Original air date: April 19, 2018
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- The Cities | Quad Cities Big Table | Quad Cities Convention and Tourism Bureau | WQPT
- Runtime
- 29:30
- Date posted
- 9 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Jim sits down to talk with Randy Moore and Juan Valtierra, who are part of the "Quad Cities Big Table" initiative. How can you get involved? Also, Joe Taylor, retiring president of the Quad Cities Convention and Tourism Bureau talks about his tenure at the bureau and the changes he has seen over the years. Episode 820 – Original air date: April 12, 2018
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- The Cities | Rock Island County | MidAmerican Tree Program | WQPT
- Runtime
- 29:01
- Date posted
- 9 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Drue Mielke (R) Rock Island Co Board Member and Kai Swanson (D) Rock Island County Board Member discuss results of the Rock Island County Board audit of finances and Marc Miller Scott County Conservation Board and Stacy Christoffersen of MidAmerican Energy discuss the tree program scheduled for later this month. Music by Keith Soto. Episode 819 – Original air date: April 5, 2018
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- The Cities | Rich Morthland | Prepare for disasters | WQPT
- Runtime
- 29:29
- Date posted
- 9 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Jim talks with Rich Morthland (R) Former Lt. Governor Candidate. He and his running mate nearly pulled off an election night upset in the race for Governor of Illinois. Plus, Dave Donovan Scott County Emergency Management Coordinator tells us how to prepare for disaster. – Episode 818 – Original air date: march 29, 2018
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- The Cities | JB Pritzker | Eastern Iowa/Western Illinois Veterans Conference | WQPT
- Runtime
- 28:59
- Date posted
- 9 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Jim talks with gubernatorial cadidate J.B. Pritzker. Plus, Black Hawk College coordinator of Veteran Services Marceia Duhn and St. Ambrose University coordinator of Veterans Recruitment and Services Natalie Woodhurst discuss the upcoming Eastern Iowa/Western Illinois Veterans Conference.
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- The Cities | "The League of United Latin American Citizens" | Figge | WQPT
- Runtime
- 28:30
- Date posted
- 9 years ago
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- The Cities with Jim Mertens - Jim is joined by two people on the forefront of the immigration debate. Maria Bribriesco is the deputy state director of Lulac "The League of United Latin American Citizens," and Jazmin Mewton-Butt the president of Lulac's Davenport Chapter. Then, Steve Sinner Master Woodturner talks about his exhibit at the Figge Art Museum. Episode 816 – Original air date: March 15, 2018
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- Angela Meyer - Wish It Were You
- Runtime
- 3:39
- Date posted
- 9 years ago
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- RME Originals
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- Keith Soko - Something for You
- Runtime
- 2:26
- Date posted
- 9 years ago
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- RME Originals
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- Keith Soko - Digressed
- Runtime
- 2:22
- Date posted
- 9 years ago
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- RME Originals
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- The Cities | National Weather Service | Fire Safety | WQPT
- Runtime
- 25:00
- Date posted
- 9 years ago
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- Jim talks weather with Donna Dubburke National Weather Service Meteorologist and "spring ahead" when we should change the batteries in our smoke detectors is just around the corner. Jerry Spiegel Moline Fire Inspector talks about the variety of smoke detectors available and how to best use them. Episode 815 – Original air date: March 8, 2018
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- Kevin Presbrey - Something in the Water
- Runtime
- 3:42
- Date posted
- 9 years ago
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- RME Originals
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- Kevin Presbrey - Always With Me
- Runtime
- 3:02
- Date posted
- 9 years ago
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- RME Originals
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- The Cities| WIU| Imagination Station | WQPT
- Runtime
- 26:41
- Date posted
- 9 years ago
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- Jim sits down to talk with WIU President Dr. Jack Thomas and Dr. Joe Rives Vice President of Planning, about strategies for the university in the coming months and years ahead. Plus, Nikki Ellis WQPT's Imagination Station chairperson discusses the upcoming family event scheduled for March 17. Episode 814 – Original air date: March 1, 2018
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- Angela Meyer - Dirty Habits
- Runtime
- 2:14
- Date posted
- 9 years ago
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- RME Originals
