STORM LAKE, IOWA (May 25, 2019) — Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds saluted, championed, and challenged some 570 graduates who gathered near the shores of Storm Lake on Saturday for the 128th commencement celebration at Buena Vista University.

"It seems like only a few years ago I was in your seat waiting to walk across the stage," Gov Reynolds said from the podium gracing center stage in Siebens Fieldhouse.

As a matter of fact, she was in that position.

WASHINGTON DC (May 24, 2019) — Representative Dave Loebsack announced today that he will be attending various gatherings to help honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation this Memorial Day weekend. All stops are open to the media. Loebsack’s schedule for Sunday and Monday is below.

SUNDAY, 5/26

Noon

Keokuk Memorial Day Ceremony

1701 J Street

MONDAY, 5/27

WASHINGTON DC (May 24, 2019) — Senator Charles "Chuck" Grassley released the following video message in honor of the men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice on behalf of their country.

Transcript available below.

“On Memorial Day, our nation remembers and honors all those who have paid the ultimate price in service to our country.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 24, 2019) — Kids in 3rd through 5th grade are invited to join the Summer Book Explorers! Every month, we’ll discuss a book and work on crafts and activities. Registration is required.

Summer Book Explorers will meet on the following dates:

Thursday, June 13, 1-2PM at Fairmount (3000 N Fairmount St)

Thursday, July 11, 1-2PM at Fairmount

Thursday, August 8, 1-2PM at Fairmount