Scott County News and Notices
UPDATE: SCOTT COUNTY SECONDARY ROAD OPEN NOTICE Road Involved: 85th Avenue is OPEN between 265th Street and Allens Grove Road Date Opened: Tuesday, October 3, 2017 Description of Closure: The road was closed for a bridge replacement project over a Tributary to Mud Creek. This project has been...
Posted: Mon, 7 Aug 2017 - 07:45
The Scott County Sheriff’s Office once again has received numerous phone calls that a Deputy or Sergeant contacted them advising them that they have an arrest warrant. THIS IS A SCAM This scammer is advising potential victims that an arrest warrant can be paid off by providing information from a pre...
Posted: Wed, 26 Jul 2017 - 08:30
Group Lesson Dates: Series # 3 Thursday 5:30 – 6:30: August 10, 17, 24, 31, September 7, 14 For more information and to sign up please call John Valliere PGA Head Golf Professional. (563) 328-3284 https://www.scottcountyiowa.com/conservation/glynns-creek-golf-course/lessons
Posted: Mon, 17 Jul 2017 - 08:30
A new counterfeit opioid drug has been found in Iowa. These counterfeit pills that have been made to look like the prescription pain pill oxycodone were found to have much more powerful and dangerous opioid drugs mixed within the pill. Click here to learn more.
Posted: Mon, 17 Jul 2017 - 08:00
On Tuesday, July 18th at 0900, the Scott County Sheriff’s Office will hold a Promotional Ceremony in the Sheriff’s Office Conference Room on the second floor of the Scott County Courthouse. Corrections Officers Laquisha Morgan and David Wallace will be promoted to the rank of corrections sergeant...
Posted: Sat, 15 Jul 2017 - 09:15
Join Director/Naturalist Dave Murcia for an adventure with kayaks. Whether you are a beginner or regular kayaker, come out to learn basics. Program includes all equipment use, covers safety, techniques, and taking a tour of Pride Lake. You may bring your own vessel/PFD, though it must comply with...
Posted: Fri, 14 Jul 2017 - 08:00
The Scott County Board of Supervisors dedicated the new sidewalk in a ribbon cutting on October 17, 2017. The sidewalk project is complete.
Posted: Thu, 29 Jun 2017 - 08:00
The emergency repairs to the well have been completed and the pool has reopened. We’d like to give special thanks to our staff and the service department from Johnson H2O for working through the night and all morning to complete the repairs. We appreciate your patience while we were closed. For...
Posted: Sat, 10 Jun 2017 - 10:00
On today’s date, 06/08/2017 at approximately 0804 hours Davenport Police Department was dispatched to the 3700 block of Brady Street for a reported accident involving a pedestrian on a bicycle vs car. Victim, Kristel Kruuser 21 YOA was treated and released for minor injuries. As a result of this...
Posted: Fri, 9 Jun 2017 - 15:30
Scott County Health Department will be partnering with Greater Than AIDS and Walgreens Pharmacy for National HIV Testing Day 2017. Free rapid testing will be available at Walgreens Pharmacy, 1805 Brady Street Davenport on June 27, 28, and 29 from 3:00-7:00pm. Click here to learn more:
Posted: Fri, 9 Jun 2017 - 09:15
Registration is full for this event. Please look forward to future events. Thank you for your interest! In this kid friendly class that blends nature and art, discover what creatures live in a pond and see if you can catch them with a dip net! Then, enjoy some lemonade while you learn to paint a...
Posted: Fri, 9 Jun 2017 - 08:30
SCOTT COUNTY SECONDARY ROAD OPEN NOTICE Road Involved: 102 nd Avenue and 285 th Street are OPEN between 275 th Street and 285 th Street Date Opened: Thursday, August 31, 2017 Description of Closure: The roads were closed intermittently for culvert replacements. This project has been substantially...
Posted: Thu, 8 Jun 2017 - 10:15
This event has been postponed. Please look to our next WREN for a new date. Do you like to recreate on or near rivers? Learn about the hydrologic cycle, how the National Weather Service forecast river levels, where to look for information on river levels, as well as information on flooding and...
Posted: Fri, 2 Jun 2017 - 08:15
The tax sale will be held at 8:30 am on Monday, June 19, 2017 in the Scott County Board Room at the Scott County Administrative Center located at 600 W. 4th Street, Davenport, Iowa. Pre-registration required. Tax Sale Information
Posted: Thu, 1 Jun 2017 - 08:00
On Thursday, June 1st, at 0900, the Scott County Sheriff’s Office will hold a Promotional Ceremony in the Sheriff’s Office Conference Room on the second floor of the Scott County Courthouse. Deputy Thomas Leonard will be promoted to the rank of sergeant and Sergeant Tara Dinneweth will be promoted...
Posted: Tue, 30 May 2017 - 11:00
Scott County has released the 2017-2018 Budget Plan for the period of July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2018. The plan was adopted by the Board of Supervisors on February 23, 2017. The plan provides all summary and supporting data on the general financial condition of the County and details services...
Posted: Thu, 25 May 2017 - 12:00
REGISTRATION IS FULL FOR THIS EVENT Join Director/Naturalist of the Wapsi River Environmental Education Center Dave Murcia for an adventure with kayaks! Whether you're a beginner or regular kayaker, come out and learn the basics. Program includes all equipment use, covers safety techniques and...
Posted: Mon, 22 May 2017 - 08:00
The Eastern Iowa Mental Health/Disability Services Region introduces new Website May 17, 2017 Dawn Smith, Chair of the Eastern Iowa MH/DS Region, announces that the Eastern Iowa MH/DS Region has a new website for the citizens of the region. The website was designed with the help of Vortex Business...
Posted: Wed, 17 May 2017 - 12:00
Glynns Creek Adult Group Golf Lessons Dates 2017 Series #1 - Closed Series # 2 Tuesday 6:00 – 7:00: June 13, 20, 27, July 11, 18, 25 Thursday 6:00 – 7:00: June 15, 22, 29, July 13, 20, 27 Series # 3 Thursday 5:30 – 6:30: August 10, 17, 24, 31, September 7, 14 Please call John Valliere PGA Head Golf...
Posted: Sat, 13 May 2017 - 08:30
On Tuesday, May 16, at 11:00 a.m. the Scott County Sheriff’s Office will be hosting the ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Patrol Headquarters, located at 3206 South 16th Avenue in Eldridge. In 1994 the Sheriff’s Office moved the patrol division to the location at 4715 Tremont Avenue in Davenport...
Posted: Wed, 10 May 2017 - 14:30
The Scott County Park Pool, West Lake Beach and Boathouse are scheduled to be open (weather permitting) Saturday, May 27th through Monday, May 29th, from 10am until 8pm. These facilities will not be open May 30th through June 2nd, but will open daily for the season on Saturday, June 3rd. Season...
Posted: Tue, 9 May 2017 - 09:30
Testing Information Deputy Sheriff and Reserve Deputy Applicants: This notice is a reminder to only those applicants who have already submitted an on-line application. Applications were closed April 17, 2017. Applicants for the Reserve Deputy and Deputy Sheriff positions must complete a physical...
Posted: Fri, 5 May 2017 - 17:00
Come learn about he many wild edible plants in your neck of the woods. We will focus on identifying plants, foraging basics, and preparing wild edibles. At the end of the program you will get to sample some wild flavors! Please call to pre-register.
Posted: Fri, 5 May 2017 - 08:15
SCOTT COUNTY SECONDARY ROAD OPEN NOTICE Road Involved: 312 th Street is OPEN between 7 th Avenue and 10 th Avenue Date Opened: Monday, June 5, 2017 Description of Closure: The road was closed for a culvert replacement project over a Tributary to Rock Creek. This project has been substantially...
Posted: Tue, 2 May 2017 - 08:00
The Sheriff’s Office would like to thank all of our Correctional Officers and Employees for the great job that they do. We give thanks and tribute to you all.
Posted: Mon, 1 May 2017 - 19:00
Come learn about the Eastern Bluebird, including identification, breeding behavior, and habitat preferences. Then put together your own Bluebird house and learn how and where to place it to encourage Bluebirds to nest near you. Kits are $10 each. Please bring your own hammer! Online registration is...
Posted: Mon, 1 May 2017 - 08:00
Come learn about the Eastern Bluebird, including identification, breeding behavior, and habitat preferences. Then put together your own Bluebird house and learn how and where to place it to encourage Bluebirds to nest near you. Kits are $10 each. Please bring your own hammer! Registration is limited...
Posted: Mon, 1 May 2017 - 08:00
Learn how bats are some of the most beneficial insectivores to have around your yard. Hardware is provided, please bring your own hammer. Families are welcome to attend this adult oriented workshop. There is a $10.00 fee per house and one house per family limit. Please call to register for this...
Posted: Mon, 1 May 2017 - 08:00
Join Naturalist Michael Granger for a tour of the Wapsi woods in search of spring wildflowers. Wild Ginger, Geranium, Bloodroot and Mayapple are just some of the flowers to be found!
Posted: Wed, 26 Apr 2017 - 08:15
SCOTT COUNTY SECONDARY ROAD OPEN NOTICE Road Involved: 52 nd Avenue is OPEN between 310 th Street and 50 th Avenue Date Opened: Friday, April 21, 2017 Description of Closure: The road was closed for a culvert replacement project over a Tributary to the Wapsipinicon River. This project has been...
Posted: Fri, 21 Apr 2017 - 15:00
Registration For this class is now full. Please check back for future opportunities at the Wapsi River Center. In this kid-friendly class that blends nature and art, learn from Naturalist what foods in the forest are safe for people to eat! Then, enjoy some lemonade while you learn to paint a themed...
Posted: Fri, 21 Apr 2017 - 08:30
The weather is getting warmer and due to an increase in inquiries regarding patio rules, we have put together the following guidelines regarding animals and smoking.
Posted: Fri, 21 Apr 2017 - 00:00
Learn how to use a bow and arrow in this fun and informative hands-on class! Children must be in the 4th grade or above to participate and accompanied by an adult. This is a weather permitting event. Please call to PRE-REGISTER - 563-328-3286
Posted: Thu, 20 Apr 2017 - 08:45
Learn how to use a bow and arrow in this fun and informative hands-on class! Children must be in the 4th grade or above to participate and accompanied by an adult. This is a weather permitting event, please call to pre-register.
Posted: Thu, 20 Apr 2017 - 08:45
On Thursday, April 20, 2017, Scott County Sheriff’s Office Lieutenant Joe Caffery and Deputy Dan Grafton will be recipients of the Life Saving Award. On February 13, 2017 Lieutenant Caffery and Deputy Grafton responded to a call for service in regards to an unresponsive female in Park View, Iowa...
Posted: Wed, 19 Apr 2017 - 11:30
On Thursday, April 20 th, at 0900, the Scott County Sheriff’s Office will hold a Promotional Ceremony in the Sheriff’s Office Conference Room on the second floor of the Scott County Courthouse. Deputy Joshua Wall will be promoted to the rank of sergeant, Sergeant Thomas Gibbs will be promoted to the...
Posted: Wed, 19 Apr 2017 - 09:00
Zika is a virus spread by the bite of an infected mosquito and can cause serious health problems for pregnant women and their babies. Learn more about Zika on the Scott County Health Department's Zika Virus webpage.
Posted: Tue, 18 Apr 2017 - 11:45
Staff from the Scott County Health Department will soon take part in the 6-month Iowa Walking College program. Learn more here.
Posted: Tue, 18 Apr 2017 - 09:15
REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS FULL Join Director/Naturalist of the Wapsi River Environmental Education Center Dave Murcia for an adventure with kayaks! Whether you're a beginner or regular kayaker, come out and learn the basics. Program includes all equipment use, covers safety techniques and...
Posted: Mon, 17 Apr 2017 - 08:00
SCOTT COUNTY SECONDARY ROAD OPEN NOTICE Road Involved: 140 th Avenue is OPEN between 230 th Street and 240 th Street Date Opened: Thursday, May 25, 2017 Description of Closure: The road was closed for a culvert replacement project over a Tributary to Hickory Creek. This project has been...
Posted: Mon, 10 Apr 2017 - 16:30