Voters approve levy issue

DAVENPORT - School district voters approved two levies in an election on Feb. 11, according to an early vote count. Election results have yet to be certified.

An initial vote count shows the Educational Programs and Operations Levy passing with 64% support and the Capital Levy for Instructional Technology, Safety and Facility Improvements passing with 65% support.

When asked to comment on the levies passing, District Superintendent Jim Kowalkowski said, "I continue to be very thankful and appreciative of our great community. We're very excited to continue with our programs. I just feel blessed...