A good Friday to all. We're looking at another breezy day. Then things warm up for the weekend when temps will be in the 60s.
Here are the weather details from the National Weather Service.
1. Sunny and breezy
Today will be sunny and breezy with a high near 44 degrees. North winds between 10 to 20 mph will gust as high as 30 mph.
Tonight will be clear with a low around 27 degrees.
Saturday will be sunny and breezy with a high 59 degrees. South winds between 5 to 10 mph will increase to 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 30 mph.
Saturday night will be mostly clear with a low around 42 degrees. South winds could produce gusts as high as 25 mph.
Sunday will be sunny and breezy with a high near 67 degrees.
Sunday night brings a 40% chance of rain after 1 a.m. Skies will be mostly cloudy with a low around 51 degrees.
2. It's time to 'spring forward' this weekend
Daylight Saving Time begins this weekend. You'll need to set your clocks ahead one hour before going to bed Saturday night.
It's also a good time to test and replace the batteries in smoke alarms, NOAA weather radios and carbon monoxide detectors.
If you find an alarm that is not working or is expired, replace the alarm immediately, fire officials say. It's also a good time to review your fire-escape plan with your family and hold a drill to practice your plan.
3. Bettendorf names Augie grad Michelle Morse as new school superintendent
Michelle Morse will become the superintendent of Bettendorf Schools beginning July 1.
Morse officially will become superintendent after the Bettendorf School Board approves her contract at the next school board meeting, March 23.
“She brings a skill set that will help enable our already tremendous staff to carry out the district’s goals and mission," Adam Holland, school board president, said in a news release. Morse, he said, has "the demonstrated experience of being the life-long learner that we strive to develop our students into becoming.”
Morse has more than 25 years of experience in public education and currently is the assistant superintendent, human resources, for Newhall School District in Valencia, Calif. Before that, she was the director of special education for Conejo Valley Unified School District in Thousand Oaks, Calif.
She earned her doctorate of education from the University of Southern California. Her dissertation is "Strategies Used by Superintendents in Developing Leadership Teams."
She earned a bachelor's degree in communication disorders with a minor in psychology from Augustana College, Rock Island. Read more.
4. Rock Island native Lissie plays a Nashville club that hours later was destroyed by a tornado
Rock Island natives Lissie Maurus and Ben Chappell survived the Nashville tornado that killed 24 people and destroyed a beloved live-music venue they’d been at Monday night.
Lissie — an internationally acclaimed singer/songwriter who lives in Iowa — was one of 20 artists performing at Basement East in east Nashville. It was a concert for Bernie Sanders supporters the night before the Super Tuesday primaries nationwide, including Tennessee.
The original Basement music club and Basement East are local institutions, “fixtures of the Nashville scene,” she said. “I was asleep by 12:30, didn’t hear the sirens. I had no clue, and the next morning, I realized that two hours after we got off stage, it was completely gone. It’s just devastating; it’s just crazy.”
Basement East said on Twitter that its building sustained "significant damage" during the storm, though thankfully all staff members were accounted for. Morning-after images of the scene showed a partial collapse of the venue's ceiling and walls, except for a portion of the building, which opened in 2015, containing a mural proclaiming "I Believe in Nashville."
Basement East co-owner Mike Grimes told the Tennessean that before the tornado hit the club at about 1:15 a.m., workers moved to safety “with seconds to spare before the roof blew off.” He declared the building a “total loss.”
Ben Chappell, a filmmaker and video producer who graduated Rock Island High School in 1999 with Lissie’s sister, was at her show. In a group of four, they had gone to a bar nearby after the gig, and got an Uber minivan to get home close to 1 a.m., about 15 minutes away.
“At that moment, everything just went crazy — the car was shaking, debris was flying everywhere,” Chappell said Wednesday. “We all ran back inside, to take cover inside the bar. It was dark, there was no power. Water was coming in the roof everywhere. We all started smelling natural gas; the bartender screamed, ‘There’s a gas leak, get out!'” Read more.
5. Quad-City MEG agents make second arrest in narcotics investigation
Agents with the Quad-City Metropolitan Group have arrested as second Davenport man in connection with an ongoing narcotics investigation.
Melvin L. Hawkins III, 33, of 5901 Elmore Ave., Apt. F7, is charged with one count of possession with the intent to deliver cocaine and one count of possession with the intent to deliver crack cocaine. Both charges are Class C felonies under Iowa law that carry a 10-year prison sentence.
Hawkins also is charged with possession with the intent to deliver marijuana, and two counts of violating Iowa’s drug tax stamp law. Each of the three charges is a Class D felony that carry a five-year prison sentence.
Hawkins was arrested Wednesday and booked into the Scott County Jail at 7:21 p.m. He was released at 8:10 p.m. after posting 10% of a $50,000 bond through a bonding company. A preliminary hearing in the case is set for March 20 in Scott County District Court.
The first man arrested in the case, Cameron DePaul Oliver, 31, was taken into custody Jan. 29 when agents with QCMEG searched Oliver at the apartment he shared with Hawkins.
According to the arrest affidavits, during a search of the residence agents seized 9.19 grams of powder cocaine, 0.2 grams of crack cocaine, 169.98 grams of marijuana, four digital scales, one marijuana shake, as well as packaging materials, a metal pipe used to smoke marijuana and an amount of U.S. currency.
The apartment was in Hawkins name.
Oliver was released Thursday from the Scott County Jail after posting 10 percent of a $45,000 bond through a bonding agency. Oliver is scheduled to be arraigned in the case March 12 in Scott County District Court.
6. Restaurant review: McAlister's Deli hits the spot
Sometimes, the best way to close the “I don’t know; what do you want for dinner?” loop is to call on tried and true deli basics such as soups, salads, sandwiches and baked potatoes.
That’s exactly what reporter Laura Anderson Shaw and her husband did one recent night, when neither of us could figure out what we wanted, and didn’t want to cook. And it hit the spot.
At least they could agree on McAlister’s Deli, which has been open for a few months in Davenport at 2198 E. Kimberly Road, and in Moline at 3929 41st Ave. It’s everything you’d expect from a chain deli — tasty food, reasonable prices and quick service. Read more.
From the late 1940s to 1973, Marando’s Restaurant offered first class celebrity entertainment and fine dining in the Quad Cities. Situated at the corner of 4th Street West and Holmes in Milan (adjacent to where Hy-Vee market is located today), Marando’s hosted several A-list entertainers, including Guy Lombardo and his Royal Canadians; Liberace, Clyde McCoy, Bob Crosby, Carmen Cavallaro; and several local stars Marjorie Meinert.
Kelly's Irish Pub and Eatery's website has displayed a countdown to St. Patrick's Day since, well, the day after St. Patrick's Day in 2016. The pub's St. Patrick's Day Festival returns for its 13th year with festivities, including on-special plates of corned beef and cabbage and pints of beer, set for 5-11:30 p.m. Friday, March 17, and 6 a.m. to midnight Saturday March 18, at 2222 E. 53rd St., Davenport. Don't forget about the skydiving leprechauns, green beer, Irish dancing and live music. For the full schedule, visit kellysirishpubandeatery.com/st-pats-day.
Manager Ray Schmitt and waitress Vicky Brown check a menu at Beaver's East, 3408 State St., Bettendorf. Published Thursday, Sept. 18, 1986. (Photo by Larry Fisher/Quad-City Times)
From left, Biergarten owner Leona Fortenbacher, daughter Krista and chef Frieda Garmon stand in the restaurant's newly decorated lounge. Formerly Phil's Pub, the Davenport restaurant has been remodeled into a quaint, country-style German eatery. Published Thursday, April 18, 1985. (Photo by Larry Fisher/Quad-City Times)
The ownership of Flakey Jake's (4320 N. Brady St.) thinks the Quad-Cities is a great place for their newest gourmet hamburger franchise. The managers are, from left, Tim Buchanan, Karen Douglas and Bob Beckelman. Published Sunday, April 28, 1985. (Photo by Harry Boll/Quad-City Times)
This Ganzo's, 1909 N. Division St., was a northwest Davenport mainstay before moving to Marquette Street across the street from the former K's Merchandise building in Davenport. Published Wednesday, July 18, 1989. (Quad-City Times photo)
ROYAL LOOK -- The Hunan Dynasty Chinese Restaurant in Davenport has an imperial look about it, from its castle-like exterior to the rich decorations inside. But you don't have to be a noble to afford the array of Chinese offerings served here. Published Thursday, March 29, 1990. (Photo by Jeff Cook/Quad-City Times)
Jong Jun holds some of the side dishes served at Little Seoul, a new Korean restaurant at 1914 Brady St., near Locust St., in Davenport. His wife Hyang Mi Jun, holds the couple's son, David, 5 months. Here's the outside view, too. Photos taken Tuesday, Feb. 6, 1990. Published Thursday, Feb. 8, 1990. (Photo by Greg Boll/Quad-City Times)
George and Mary Pappas, owners of Louisiana Bar-B-Q, (126 E. 3rd St.) were planning to hold a 25th anniversary celebration here next month -- something special for their customers. They've been told by the city of Davenport that the building will be torn down by then. Published Tuesday, Sept. 1, 1981. (Quad-City Times photo)
The first McDonald's Restaurant in Davenport at 3303 Brady St., was also the first McDonald's in the state of Iowa. It opened as a drive-in style eatery.
Fallen arch Work began Sept. 16, 1985, to dismantle the McDonald's sign at the restaurant at 3303 Brady St., Davenport. The sign was erected in 1958 when the restaurant opened as the 114th in the chain, and is one of the last in the country. It is being taken down to allow for a new drive-though lane that is being built. Published Tuesday, Sept. 17, 1985. (FILE: Quad-City Times)
BRAND NEW -- The new buffet-style restaurant has opened near NorthPark Shopping Center in Davenport. Photo taken Wednesday, Sec. 20, 1989. Published Thursday, Dec. 28, 1989. (Photo by Harry Boll/Quad-City Times)
Peppercorn Grill and Bar, Bettendorf, is closing, but another restaurant plans to move into the building. Published Thursday, April 30, 1992. (Photo by Greg Boll/Quad-City Times)
Ruby Tuesday Restaurant, NorthPark Mall, is a new trendy place to eat. Photo taken Monday, Nov. 20, 1989. Published Friday, Nov. 24, 1989. (Photo by Larry Fisher/Quad-City Times)
The Waterfront Deli in Bettendorf used to be a Shell Oil station. Can you tell? Photo taken Tuesday, Jan. 16, 1990. Published Thursday, Jan. 18, 1990. (Photo by Harry Boll/Quad-City Times)
Here's a new restaurant in Bettendorf, the Wing Dam. (1716 State St., Bettendorf) Photo taken Tuesday, Dec. 5, 1989. Published Thursday, Dec. 7, 1989. (Photo by Harry Boll/Quad-City Times)
Restaurant Owner, Bud Canfield, standing next to the Open Cockpit Bi-Plane, The Great Lake. This is the plane YOU may win a free flight on! Pictured in the background is the restaurant's newly added observation deck. Published Monday, June 16, 1986. (Quad-City Times photo) Bud's Skyline Inn, 2621 69th Ave., Moline.
The former Enchanted Inn restaurant on South Concord Street in Davenport is being sold at auction. The owner said the 2019 flood was too much for the building, and he hopes to see someone make a new use of the riverfront property.
United Way of the Quad Cities CEO and president Rene Gellerman, right, presents Peter Buffett with a print of “Your Action Makes An Impact” during his press event Thursday, March 5, 2020, in Bettendorf. The Emmy Award-winning musician, composer, author, philanthropist and the youngest son of investor Warren Buffett, is working with United Way of the Quad Cities to rally community members in discovering new ways to solve complex social issues.
Peter Buffett answers a question, alongside United Way of the Quad Cities CEO and president Rene Gellerman, during his press event at the United Way offices Thursday, March 5, 2020, in Bettendorf The Emmy Award-winning musician, composer, author, philanthropist and the youngest son of investor Warren Buffett, is working with United Way of the Quad Cities to rally community members in discovering new ways to solve complex social issues.
Peter Buffett, an Emmy Award-winning musician, composer, author, philanthropist and the youngest son of investor Warren Buffett, chats with United Way of the Quad Cities CEO and president Rene Gellerman during a press event at the United Way offices Thursday, March 5, 2020, in Bettendorf. Buffett is working with United Way of the Quad Cities to rally community members in discovering new ways to solve complex social issues. He will lead a special concert and conversation at Augustana College's Centennial Hall at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday.
Debbie Anselm, publisher of the Quad-City Times and Dispatch/Argus, left, flashes a smile while listening to Peter Buffett's press event at the United Way of the Quad Cities Thursday, March 5, 2020, in Bettendorf.
Peter Buffett answers a question during his press event at the United Way offices Thursday, March 5, 2020, in Bettendorf The Emmy Award-winning musician, composer, author, philanthropist and the youngest son of investor Warren Buffett, is working with United Way of the Quad Cities to rally community members in discovering new ways to solve complex social issues.
United Way of the Quad Cities CEO and President Rene Gellerman, right, presents Peter Buffett with a print of “Your Action Makes An Impact” during his press event Thursday.
Peter Buffett, an Emmy Award-winning musician, composer, author, philanthropist and the youngest son of investor Warren Buffett, chats with United Way of the Quad Cities CEO and President Rene Gellerman during a press event at the United Way offices Thursday in Bettendorf. Buffett is working with United Way of the Quad Cities to rally community members in discovering new ways to solve complex social issues. He led a special concert and conversation at Augustana College's Centennial Hall on Thursday
United Way of the Quad Cities CEO and president Rene Gellerman, right, flashes a smile during a press event with Peter Buffett Thursday, March 5, 2020, in Bettendorf.