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A PV student demonstrates using AI  tools in moderation.

Unsafe AI tool causes teen to take his own life

Riley Rashka, Multimedia Manager November 20, 2024

The use of AI in everyday life has become commonplace in recent years with the safety concerns that come along with it not receiving as much attention. Recent events have shown consequences when proper...

The consumption of meat has a great impact on the environment.

Meat Consumption Impact on Environment

Rithik Vijaykumar, Photo Manager November 20, 2024

Over 1,800 gallons of water are needed to produce one pound of beef. The production of meat uses resources such as land, water and energy to produce. This has harmful effects on the environment. With environmental...

Boxes, boxes, and more boxes are becoming common sight with online shopping dominating over Black Friday during the holiday season.

Online shopping, extended sales continue to change the face of Black Friday

Shaha Bhugra, News Editor November 19, 2024

In recent years, Black Friday has slowly transformed from a festive and energetic holiday into a stretched-out season.  In the 2000s and 2010s, Black Friday was a moment of lively deal-hunting, filled...

As proprietary tools and parts make DIY car repairs harder, Ford repair centers see a surge in customers reliant on dealership services.

The roadblock to DIY: car companies continue to drive up repair costs

Tejas Gokhale, Copy Editor November 19, 2024

For decades, repairing cars at home was a common practice for students, families and hobbyists. A quick trip to the local auto parts store and a few hours of elbow grease were all a person needed to make...

Feed Our Children Ministry is a organizations that gives children in need meal packs in the North Scott area. 

Photo Credit to Sammie Garner

Feed Our Children Ministry helps feed children in the North Scott area

Sunayana Khadka, Photo Manager November 16, 2024

Feed Our Children Ministry is an organization started by the Faith Lutheran Church in June of 2017. The organization provides free lunch opportunities to children in the North Scott Community area during...

Families wait in line for their own balloon creation at Scarecrow Shenanigans.

Family Museum’s Scarecrow Shenanigans event provides festive activities for the community

Sydney Smith, Feature Editor November 13, 2024

The Bettendorf Family Museum has hosted many events throughout the years for holidays and special occasions. Their fall event, Scarecrow Shenanigans, took place this Sunday and brought the community together...

Two ethnic restaurants, Soi 4, which serves authentic Thai cuisine, and L&B Gyros, specializing in Greek and Mediterranean dishes, have opened up at the TBK Complex over the last two years.

International cuisine rises in popularity in the Quad Cities

Tejas Gokhale, Copy Editor November 13, 2024

The Quad Cities has seen an exciting shift in its food scene in recent years. From new restaurants serving Thai, Indian and Mediterranean dishes, a growing demand for global flavors is reshaping the region’s...

The Pleasant Valley student section throws baby powder into the air after the kickoff. The student section shows great school spirit at the white-out football game. 

Photo credit to Veronica Cox

Big or small: How school size drives spirit, success and student bonds

Hannah Horsfield, Social Media Manager November 12, 2024

Regardless of the size of a high school, school pride is extremely important for the success of both athletics and academics. The size impacts its school spirit, achievements and student relationships....

Many states see a large increase in all forms of early voting this election.

Increased early voting brings in a staggering number of voters

Mackenzie Fah, Copy Editor November 11, 2024

In the recent 2024 presidential election, early voting skyrocketed across not only Scott County but across the entire country. More than 80 million Americans cast their votes early in this election....

Diwali is a widely celebrated cultural holiday for the South Asian community.

New Diwali Barbie paves the way for proper portrayal of South Asian culture

Ishika Desai, Opinion Editor November 6, 2024

With the increased calls from people of color for better representation, Western media has taken strides toward inclusivity. South Asians recently felt this step forward with the release of a Diwali-themed...

Sophomore Media Team member Allison Korczak operating a Media Team video camera while filming a PV football practice.

Photo Credit: PV Media Team

Transforming school media: PV Media Team captures every moment

Rithik Vijaykumar, Photo Manager November 6, 2024

With 65,000+ views on Instagram, over 30 hours of footage captured, and more than 20 members, PV Media Team has established itself in the district as a source for high-quality student produced media content. The...

A poster of the smart downlight that Talbi is currently developing. This can be connected to a variety of smart home devices.

Photo Credit To: Aziz Talbi

Local entrepreneur Aziz Talbi launches Noorall Technologies startup

Tejas Gokhale, Copy Editor November 5, 2024

Aziz Talbi runs Bettendorf’s Olive Tree Cafe, a beloved restaurant that blends Mediterranean cuisine with warm hospitality. He’s now expanding his horizons into the tech world with his startup, Noorall...

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