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FAQ

Frequently (?) Asked Questions

Been There, Done That

From city kid to city manager, a bio in pics

The Office

A Field Guide

Now What?

The door's open. What could that mean?

Malin v. Quad City TIMES

When you have to use the word "false" 54 times ...

Malin v. Quad City TIMES: When you have to use the word

Exit Interview

Thank you, all.

Siftings

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Nov

Bleeding Out

Just the song in my heart. That’s a strange thing to say at a moment like this. Look down. That’s an impressive pool of blood. Lake Craig is creeping out into the whatever you call the area beyond the emergency room curtain. Informed of the SUV making my weekend more kinetic, Lesley texts from...

Oct

Countdown - Tiebreakers

Longest WS game ever has the genius switch in the upright and locked position. 10. Start the 10th inning with bench coach on first. 9. Start the 11th inning with beer vendor (incuding beer cooler) on second. 8. Start the 12th inning with Commissioner on third. 7. Start the 13th...

Oct

Sunset

The sun is setting. The gators are restless. Gators with a capital “G”. A dozen nine year-old ballpayers have interrupted their practice to be part of the show. There’s an unveiling to pull off and the Seaside Pony League Gators are here so let’s have them pull the tarp off the sign. The...