Bettendorf players defend against Cedar Rapids Washington during the Bulldogs' home opener Friday (Dec. 6). Washington, ranked number two in 4A, defeated Bettendorf 59-49. Elsewhere, Pleasant Valley opened its season with a two-point win over Cedar Rapids Kennedy.

Dr. Jim Spelhaug named new PV superintendent for 2003-2004

Geese enjoy a scenic rest stop at Bettendorf's Middle Park Lagoon on their journey south. The waterfowl visitors fit in well with the metal geese sculptures installed on the lagoon island.

PV School Board Minutes 11.18.02

Supt. Dale Barber announces plans for retirement at end of 2002-2003 school year.

Graduation requirements to change, community service learning requirement added. An exerp:
"Eleventh grade students will be assigned 40 hours of community service to be completed by the end of the 12th grade and will select projects/goals and receive approval for completion. At the conclusion of the project/goal, the 12th grade students will provide a written reflection explaining the activity and its impact on themselves and others."

Vehicles navigate the new traffic roundabout at 53rd and Middle Road, Bettendorf. Roundabouts, common in European countries, are seen as a solution to moving traffic through busy intersections at lower speeds and with increased safety.

The Quad Cities Library Book Cart team shows its stuff during the Halloween parade in Bettendorf. The "precision" group wrapped the book carts with orange in keeping with the parade theme.

The leaves on trees along Duck Creek in Devils Glen Park signal the return of fall as they turn red, yellow and brown. The park's old oak trees and meandering stream paint a beautiful autumn landscape.

Regular meeting of the Pleasant Valley School Board on Oct. 21, 2002.

With sunset earlier each day, a group of youngsters get in their final kicks during a soccer practice.