DAVENPORT, IOWA (August 7, 2019) — The Quad Cities River Bandits, playing as the Treasure Hunters for the first time this season, jumped out to a quick start and held on late for a 4-3 defeat of the Clinton LumberKings on Wednesday night at Modern Woodmen Park. Wilyer Abreu hit the first home-run of his professional career to collect his first three runs batted in on the campaign.

RICHMOND, VIRGINIA (August 7, 2019) — The Rutherford Institute has filed a First Amendment lawsuit against government officials for discriminating against Protestant Christian inmates at a state-run sex-offender rehabilitation facility and restricting their access to Bible studies and Protestant communion.

On August 5, US Representative Joaquin Castro (D-TX) posted an infographic to Twitter naming and shaming his city's most generous supporters of President Donald Trump's re-election campaign: "Sad to see so many San Antonians as 2019 maximum donors to Donald Trump .... Their contributions are fueling a campaign of hate that labels Hispanic immigrants as 'invaders.'" Condemnations quickly followed. Donald Trump Jr compared the tweet to the Dayton, Ohio killer's "hit list."

Manufacturing is critical to our national and state economies. We rightfully take pride in seeing a “Made in America” label because it represents not only a high-quality product, but the prowess of our workers and the economic success and prosperity they bring to our country. From farm and construction equipment to medical devices and wind turbines, Iowans have brought innovation and ingenuity to America’s manufacturing industry.

WASHINGTON DC (August 7, 2019) — Last week, Senate Budget Committee Chairman Mike Enzi (R-WY) released a series of discussion drafts with proposals to reform the federal budget process. The following is a statement from Maya MacGuineas, president of the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget:

DES MOINES, IOWA (August 7, 2019) —

 

MUSCATINE — Visit Mississippi Valley Child Protection Center (MVCPC)

WHO: Representative Dave Loebsack

WHAT: Rep Loebsack will tour their facility and then meet with staff to get an overview of the services they provide.

WHERE: MVCPC, 1600 Mulberry Avenue

TIME: 10:30AM

 

DES MOINES, IOWA (August 7, 2019) — The 2019 Iowa State Fair Parade is the official kick-off to the Iowa State Fair. Roger Miller of Pleasant Hill, Iowa, will serve as the 2019 Parade Marshal and will lead the parade through the streets of downtown Des Moines.

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (August 7, 2019) — Portraits and stories from the Village of Milan were captured this summer by photography students from the Metro Arts Youth Apprenticeship program with direction from lead artist Clint Balsar. Similar to the popular Humans of New York photoblog series, photography students traversed through the town and collected interesting stories and photographs along the way, in an attempt to capture the spirit and essence of the people of Milan.

BETTENDORF, IOWA (August 7, 2019) — BE THE FIRST to hear local songwriters and musicians share original compositions about the compelling stories of everyday Quad Citizens.

SEE THE NEW United Way. This event will shine a light on the challenges, diversity, possibilities and talent that can be found in our community. This authenticity and bold approach is how you’ll see United Way meet our goals this year.

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