09 Jul 2025

Iowa Biodiesel Board Testifies at Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Hearing in Support of Strong RFS Volumes

By Jenna Rose

ANKENY, IOWA (July 9, 2025) — The Iowa Biodiesel Board testified today at a US Environmental Protection Agency virtual hearing, expressing strong support for the agency’s proposed increases in Renewable Fuel Standard volumes for biomass-based diesel in 2026 and 2027.

09 Jul 2025

New National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Survey: Small Business Optimism Remains Steady in June

By Leah Courtney

DES MOINES, IOWA (July 9, 2025) — The 

09 Jul 2025

Local Students Among University of Wisconsin-Whitewater's 2025 Spring Graduates

By Chris Lindeke

WHITEWATER, WISCONSIN (July 9, 2025) — The following students earned degrees from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater at spring commencement, held May 17, 2025.

Rock Island, IL 61201: Logan Braun graduated Magna Cum Laude with the following degree: Legal Studies — BS

Geneseo, IL 61254: Carson Rice graduated Magna Cum Laude with the following degree: Supply Chain Management — BBA

09 Jul 2025

Bowie State University Names Dr Yvonne Harris as Vice President for Research and Innovation

By David Thompson

BOWIE, MARYLAND (July 9, 2025) — Bowie State University (BSU) will welcome Dr Yvonne Harris to its leadership team as the Vice President for Research and Innovation on July 9, 2025. In this new role, Dr Harris will oversee BSU’s research projects and opportunities, working collaboratively to set priorities for institutional growth and investment in research and scholarship.

09 Jul 2025

Chelsea Carroll of Rock Island, Illinois, Receives Degree from University of Alaska Fairbanks

By Merit Pages

FAIRBANKS, ALASKA (July 9, 2025) — The University of Alaska Fairbanks honored the Class of 2025 during its 103rd commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 3, at the Carlson Center in Fairbanks.

Chelsea Carroll of Rock Island (61201) received the following degree(s): Master of Healthcare Mangement Leadership, Health Care Management and Leadership.

09 Jul 2025

Payton Gelande Participates of Port Byron, Illinois, in 2025 Summer Undergraduate Research Experience

By Julie Thomas

KENOSHA, WISCONSIN (July 9, 2025) — Payton Gelande from Port Byron, Illinois, is conducting research into NMR Analysis of Micelle Formation by Bio-Based Surfactants with faculty mentor Kevin Morris through Carthage College's 2025 Summer Undergraduate Research Experience.

Carthage College selected 32 students for its Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE).

08 Jul 2025

Alternating Currents 2025 Schedule is Live on Festival App — Build Your Adventure Now

By Jennifer Walker

DAVENPORT, IOWA (July 8, 2025) — The 2025 Alternating Currents festival schedule is officially live on the free festival app and website, inviting fans to start crafting their own weekend of fun.

08 Jul 2025

Visit Quad Cities Announces Jennifer Sautter as Board Chair and Welcomes Four New Board Members

By Lindsey Row MBA

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (July 8, 2025) — Visit Quad Cities has announced the appointment of Jennifer Sautter as Chair of its 

08 Jul 2025

IBC Projects Positive Six-Month Economic Outlook

By Iowa Business Council

DES MOINES, IOWA (July 8, 2025) — The Iowa Business Council (IBC) has released its second quarter Economic Outlook Survey (EOS) for 2025 last Wednesday, July 2. The report measures IBC member expectations for sales, capital spending, and employment for the next six months. If the index measures above fifty, sentiment is positive.

07 Jul 2025

WQPT PBS Kicks Off New Community Initiative

By Terry Wilson

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (July 7, 2025) — WQPT will celebrate our country’s upcoming semi-quincentennial, through a new community initiative, “America 250.”  Throughout the year they will be asking community members "What is your Civic Spark?," and inviting everyone to volunteer with them as they support the mission of other non-profit organizations in our community.

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