Prairie grass and flowers cover the north bank of Duck Creek in Bettendorf as part of the stream bank restoration project of River Action, Inc. and the Partners of Scott County Watersheds. Signs and paths have been set up along the creek for visitors to learn about how to restore stream banks and better control storm water runoff.
Prior to the Bettendorf-Pleasant Valley football game Friday night, a special time of reflection was held to remember those who died in the terrorist attacks in New York City and Washington, D.C. After a moment of silence, the high school band and chorus led the crowd in the our national anthem and "God Bless America."
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