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The Rising Costs and Policy Changes: Why Arrowhead Ranch Had to Close
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In this episode, we delve into the closure of Arrowhead Ranch, a long-standing residential facility for troubled youth in Illinois. Dr. Luis Moreno, the executive director, provides a comprehensive overview of the factors that ultimately led to the facility's shutdown.By Jim Mertens
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Empowering Abilities: Helping Individuals with Disabilities Gain Independence and Employment
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In this podcast, the focus is on the Handicapped Development Center, now known as Empowering Abilities.By Jim Mertens
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Re-imagining Solutions to Poverty: Insights from the Rooting Out Poverty Conference
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In this episode, we dive deep into the Rooting Out Poverty conference organized by Project Now, a non-profit organization in the Quad Cities area.By Jim Mertens
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In this episode of The Cities, Congressman Eric Sorensen provides a detailed analysis of the current state of the U.S. Congress and the challenges it is facing.By Jim Mertens
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From Large-Scale Events to Local Festivals: Making Downtown Moline a Destination
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In this episode, we dive into the plans for revitalizing downtown Moline, a city with a rich history in the Quad Cities region.By Jim Mertens
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Revitalizing Downtown East Moline: Plans for Infrastructure Improvements and Economic Growth
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In this episode of the podcast, we delve into the highlights of East Moline Mayor Reggie Freeman's State of the City address.By Jim Mertens
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Exploring the Candidates: A Preview of the Illinois Primary Election
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In this episode of the podcast, we delve into the intersection of politics and entertainment in the Illinois Quad Cities area.By Jim Mertens
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Forward Together: The Theme for Rock Island's Progress in 2024
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In this episode, we delve into the state of Rock Island's progress and plans for the future.By Jim Mertens
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Bold Vision for a Bright Future: Mayor Sangeetha Rayapati Vision for Moline
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In this episode of The Cities, an exclusive interview with Moline Mayor Sangeetha Rayapati.
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Free Tax Preparation: How the VITA Program Helps Low-Income Individuals
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In this episode of the podcast, we explore two exciting topics - the United Way of the Quad Cities Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program and the renovations happening at the Carnegie Library building in downtown Moline.By Jim Mertens
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Unusual Winter Weather Patterns in the Quad Cities
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In this episode, we dive into the unusual winter weather patterns that have been observed this year in the Quad Cities region.By Jim Mertens
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Challenges to Trump's Ballot Access: A Closer Look
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Jim Mertens and guest Keith Boeckelman delve into the world of politics, focusing on the state of Illinois and the upcoming 2020 presidential election.By Jim Mertens
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From Clipped Ads to Captivating Content: The Evolution of Oil Magazine
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Delve into the music scene in the Quad Cities from the 1970s through the 1990s with special guest, Brad Harvey, a musician and founder of Oil Magazine.By Jim Mertens
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From Blueprint to Reality: The Future of Rock Island's West Side Revitalization
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In this episode, we delve into the plans to revitalize the West Side of Rock Island, one of the oldest neighborhoods in the area that has faced neglect over the years.By Jim Mertens
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The Future of the Iowa Caucuses: Republican Confidence vs. Democratic Concerns
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In this episode of the podcast, the focus is on the 2024 Iowa caucuses for both Republicans and Democrats. Jim interviews Jeanita McNulty, the Scott County GOP Chair, and Kay Pence, the Scott County Democratic Chair, to gain insights from both sides of the political spectrum.By Jim Mertens
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On this episode of The Cities, Jim discusses the recent 2023 legislative session in Iowa and expectations for the 2024 session with Cindy Winkler (D) and Gary Moore (R).By Jim Mertens
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The Last Picture House: A New Indie Theater on the Block
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In this episode, film critic Mike Schultz joins host Jim to discuss the year in cinema and give a preview of upcoming movies for the holiday season.By Jim Mertens
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Tourism in the Quad Cities: A Strong Recovery in 2023
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On this episode of The Cities: Dave Harrell, President and CEO of Visit Quad Cities, talks about tourism recovering strongly in 2023, surpassing pre-pandemic levels in 2019 with $1.3 billion in economic impact.By Jim Mertens
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Honoring Fallen Service Members: The Wreaths Across America Program
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In this episode of The Cities, we delve into the Wreaths Across America program, which aims to honor fallen service members by placing reeds or wreaths on their gravesites.By Jim Mertens
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Prioritizing Assistance: How LIHEAP Helps the Most Vulnerable
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Reverend Dwight Ford, the Executive Director of Project NOW, explains the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) administered by his organization. He discusses the priority periods for assistance, with families with young children, elderly people, and individuals with disabilities receiving priority in October-November, and those facing…
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JESUS: The Early Years From Twelve to Thirty (Nazareth)
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Jesus the Early Years: Twelve Years Old in the Temple (Jerusalem)
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By Rev. Joye Perry
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JESUS: The Early Years - From Two to Twelve (Nazereth)
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The Early Years: First Two Years (Egypt)
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JESUS: The Early Years "From Eight Days to One Month (Bethlehem)
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Luke 2:21-40By Rev. Dr. Roger Perry
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