River Bend Times

O'Connell, City Attorney of Clinton: 'Be ready with your arguments, your questions, everything two weeks from now'

By Sam Jackson | Apr 25, 2023

The Clinton City Council discussed a new business that was placed on the board's agenda to set a public hearing but grew into a larger discussion during the council's meeting on April 10.

Maquoketa Police Chief Brendan Zeimet credits officers 'who stepped up and made a very positive presence' on shorthanded staff

By Sam Jackson | Mar 27, 2023

The Maquoketa City Council heard the annual department report from Police Chief Brendan Zeimet during the council's March 6 meeting.

STB chairman on rail merger: 'We are well aware' of public concerns about rail safety

By Sam Jackson | Mar 18, 2023

The federal Surface Transportation Board has approved a controversial $31 million merger between the Canadian Pacific Railway and the Kansas City Railway to create the first transcontinental railroad that runs from Canada to Mexico.

Clinton's Rowan on proposed zoning ordinance changes: 'We did talk about a special use permit' for accessory buildings

By Sam Jackson | Mar 16, 2023

During the its Feb. 28 meeting, the Clinton City Council discussed potential changes to a zoning ordinance for accessory buildings on properties within the city.

Davenport business owner on proposed rail merger: 'We have concerns'

By Sam Jackson | Mar 4, 2023

Many communities across the riverbend area continue to oppose a major railroad merger, with some additional support in the wake of the recent train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.