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The Cities

The Cities

Written by: Jim Mertens
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The Cities is a local features program hosted by Jim Mertens, broadcast on WQPT on Thursdays at 7:00 P.M. Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Canadian Tariffs and Celebrating Irish Traditions and the Great Parade.
    28 mins
  • Learn to Read & Historic QC
    Feb 21 2026
    Jim Mertens talks with Christine Barth of the Scott Country Library System about their new collection of phonics based books and resources. He also talks with Christina Kastell, Putnam Museum Curator, about her new podcast that focuses on the history of the Quad Cities in the lead up to America's 250th birthday.
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    26 mins
  • Spotting Human Trafficking
    Feb 14 2026
    Jim talks with Sara K. about the signs of human trafficking and also talks with wildlife biologist Kelly McKay about eagle counting.
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    27 mins
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