DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 1, 2025) — The Junior League of the Quad Cities is proud to announce the launch of The Period Project, an initiative aimed at addressing period poverty by providing free menstrual hygiene products to local schools and nonprofit organizations throughout the region.

WEST DES MOINES, IOWA (May 5, 2025) — The Iowa Farm Bureau is seeking to crown its 61st Cookout Contest “Grand Champion” on Tuesday, August 12, at the 2025 Iowa State Fair.

The event, held annually on the Grand Concourse during Farm Bureau Day at the fair, features up to sixty backyard chefs vying for the champion title and cash prizes. Contest categories include pork, beef, turkey, lamb, poultry, and a youth division for ages thirteen to seventeen.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 5, 2025) — Progressive Action for the Common Good (PACG) is hosting the annual Earth Day Every Day Fair again this year with the Freight House Farmers Market. Come help us celebrate our amazing planet and learn more about local environmental, conservation and educational organizations. This free, family-friendly event is also sponsored by Living Lands and Waters and WVIK.

JANESVILLE, WISCONSIN (May 5, 2025) — Blain’s Farm and Fleet, a trusted Midwest retail destination since 1955, is marking its seventieth anniversary with two-day celebrations you won’t want to miss. The anniversary events will be packed with savings, giveaways, memorable experiences, and appreciation for the customers, associates, and communities who built the brand. The celebrations will occur May 9 and May 10 at the Clinton, Davenport, Muscatine, Geneseo, Moline, and Sterling locations.