A Muscatine man has been sentenced to nearly five years in federal prison after admitting to possessing a firearm while prohibited as a felon.

According to public court documents, Robert Owen Knapp III, 33, was arrested in May 2024 after fleeing on foot during an attempted traffic stop while carrying a pistol. Officers apprehended Knapp and recovered the firearm he was holding at the time of his arrest.

Knapp was on federal supervised release stemming from a 2017 conviction for conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Iowa. His actions in the 2024 incident led to the revocation of his supervised release.

U.S. District Court officials sentenced Knapp to 58 months in federal prison, followed by a four-year term of supervised release. In addition, his prior supervised release was revoked, and he received a consecutive nine-month prison term for that violation.

There is no parole in the federal system.

United States Attorney Richard D. Westphal of the Southern District of Iowa announced the sentence, noting the investigation was conducted by the Muscatine County Sheriff’s Office.

DAVENPORT, Iowa – A Davenport man will spend more than seven years in federal prison after being found in possession of child pornography while already serving a term of federal supervised release.

According to court records, David Anthony Tumea, 44, was sentenced to 87 months in federal prison after staff at a residential reentry center discovered four flash drives hidden inside his hat. Tumea was living at the center as part of his supervised release stemming from a 2014 federal conviction for possessing an unregistered firearm and ammunition as a felon.

The discovery prompted searches of Tumea’s vehicle and room, where authorities seized a total of 27 electronic storage devices and a cell phone. Multiple devices were found to contain child sexual abuse material.

In addition to his prison sentence, Tumea will serve a ten-year term of supervised release following his incarceration. He was also ordered to pay $35,000 in restitution. There is no parole in the federal system.

Because the offense occurred while he was on supervised release, the court revoked Tumea’s previous supervision and imposed an additional 18-month prison term, to be served consecutively to the 87-month sentence.

The case was investigated by the Scott County Sheriff’s Office and announced by United States Attorney Richard D. Westphal of the Southern District of Iowa.

The City of Mount Pleasant Parks and Recreation Department is removing two large Sycamore trees from Central Park after determining they posed a safety risk.

Since spring, staff have closely monitored the trees following incidents of large limbs falling. On Wednesday, September 10, a particularly large limb from the north tree came down and struck a park light shade. Fortunately, no one was injured and damage was minimal.

A local tree company was called to inspect the Sycamores, and their assessment revealed that the tops of both trees were dead, creating a significant hazard for park visitors. To protect the public, the city made the decision to remove the trees.

Removal work began Tuesday, September 16. According to Parks and Recreation Director Gary Grunow, the tree company has done an excellent job keeping debris contained to a single area during the process.

The Parks and Recreation Department thanks the community for its understanding as they work to keep Central Park safe and welcoming for everyone.

Burlington, Iowa, Sept. 15, 2025 – Burlington Civic Music Association’s 96th season kicks off later this month with six live performances, featuring a dramatic and unforgettable collaboration with the Southeast Iowa Symphony Orchestra.

All shows begin at 7 p.m., with general admission (no reserved seating) at the intimate, art-deco Burlington Capitol Theater.

‘Season overview:

 The Secret Agents, Friday, Sept. 26, 2025 – A swinging tribute to the 1960s featuring sax, trombone, guitar, bass, drums and dynamic vocals. Expect songs from Bobby Darin, Mel Tormé, Johnny Rivers, The Association and more.

• The Mexican Brass, Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025 – Classical-meets-pop brass quintet with an eclectic repertoire spanning opera, jazz and beyond — celebrating 20 years of international touring.
• David Burnham: Broadway and Beyond, Friday, Nov. 21, 2025 – Broadway and national tour standout, and the former Flyero in “Wicked,” Burnham brings his powerhouse singing and performance to Burlington.
• Invoke with pianist Clarice Assad, Thursday, March 26, 2026 – A genre-defying ensemble meets a Grammy-nominated pianist in a vivid blend of bluegrass, jazz and beyond.
• Brubeck Brothers Quartet, Friday, April 24, 2026 – Jazz royalty: Dave Brubeck’s sons perform “Take Five” live, along with other timeless arrangements.

Besides these five performances, Burlington Civic Music and the Southeast Iowa Symphony Orchestra will co-present the moving “Voices of Light” at 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026, at the Capitol Theater.

This multisensory experience merges the legendary silent film “The Passion of Joan of Arc” (1928) with the Southeast Iowa Symphony Orchestra and choral accompaniment performing Richard Einhorn’s evocative composition. This collaboration offers a blend of cinematic, choral and orchestral artistry. A preconcert social event with complimentary hors d’oeuvres begins at 5:30 p.m.

Season and single tickets are available by calling 319-752-0336 or visiting the Burlington Civic Music Association at www.burlcivicmusic.com.