by Matt Burkey | Aug 29, 2024
Cycling enthusiasts and local families gathered at Front Street Brewery yesterday for a fun educational event: the Quad Cities Bicycle Club (QCBC) Bike Rodeo. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Davenport’s scenic riverfront, the rodeo provided a mix of fun and...
by Matt Burkey | Aug 27, 2024
Thanks to a grant from the Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau, over ten libraries across Iowa have received bike rodeo kits assembled by Iowa Safe Routes to School. This helps bring traffic safety education to all reaches of Iowa, including more rural communities....
by Matt Burkey | Aug 9, 2024
With a population of over 1000 and home to the North Cedar Jr/Sr School, Clarence is a fun little town in central Iowa on Highway 30. Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, Tipton Police Department, Cedar County Public Health, and Safe Routes to School joined...
by Matt Burkey | Jul 17, 2024
Cpl. Shane Haskell of Clinton knows how to put on a bike rodeo. With volunteers from the local police department, fire department, national guard, county sheriff department, and Riverbend Bicycle Club, Clinton put on one of the best-staffed bike rodeos I’ve...
by Matt Burkey | Apr 18, 2024
On May 8th, communities across Iowa and beyond will come together to participate in Walk, Bike, and Roll to School Day. This annual event promotes healthier, more sustainable lifestyles by encouraging students, parents, and educators to ditch the car and instead walk,...
by Matt Burkey | Feb 9, 2024
Driving through school zones demands extra attention to protect the safety of students walking, biking, rolling or just getting off the bus. It’s crucial to be cautious in these areas, where children are present. In this post, we’ll explore essential...
