22 Oct 2025

Local Author Danielle Scott Launches Heartwarming Children’s Book “Max the Great”

By Merit Pages

PORT BYRON, ILLINOIS (October 22, 2025) — Author Danielle Scott has officially released her début early-reader children’s book, Max the Great, published by Pegasus Publishers under the Nightingale Books imprint. Now available through Barnes and Noble, Amazon, and Walmart, Max the Great is a humorous story that celebrates the unbreakable bond between humans and their furry companions.

21 Oct 2025

'More Than a College — a Home": Monmouth's Homecoming Weekend a Big Success

By Barry McNamara

Homecoming royalty included, from left, Bronte de Zwart, Payton Crims, and Joey Twardowski. Not pictured is Zoe Nizzia

MONMOUTH, ILLINOIS (October 21, 2025) — With themes of women in science, the value of Greek life, and Monmouth College being a welcoming home, the school welcomed home alumni young and old for another successful and memorable Homecoming weekend.

21 Oct 2025

New National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Survey: Small Business Optimism Declines in September

By Leah C Payne

DES MOINES, IOWA (October 21, 2025) — The 

21 Oct 2025

Wapsi River Environmental Education Center: The Great Pumpkin Atlatl Hunt October 25

By Rebecca Baugh

DIXON, IOWA (October 21, 2025) — On Saturday, October 25, 3PM, there will be a Great Pumpkin Atlatl Hunt held at the Wapsi River Environmental Education Center in Dixon, Iowa.

21 Oct 2025

Gov Kim Reynolds Releases Final Report from Iowa DOGE Task Force

By Mason Mauro

DES MOINES, IOWA (October 21, 2025) — Governor Kim Reynolds has shared her initial response to the final report and recommendations from the Iowa DOGE Task Force at a press conference where she was joined by chair Emily Schmitt. The report was submitted to the governor on September 29, 2025.

21 Oct 2025

Join the Fun at the Bettendorf Color Run November 2

By Celeste Miller

BETTENDORF, IOWA (October 21, 2025) — Are you, your students, or your family looking for a fun and colorful activity? Join the Bettendorf High School Student Council for the Bettendorf Color Run on November 2, 11AM — an exciting event for all ages!

This event is designed to be non-competitive and full of fun, perfect for families, friends, and students who just want to enjoy a great day together.

21 Oct 2025

Drake University Appoints Two Deans

By Ashton Hockman

DES MOINES, IOWA (October 21, 2025) Drake University is announcing the appointment of two deans. 

21 Oct 2025

Modern Companies Ribbon-Cutting November 14

By Deanna Jensen-Valliere

DAVENPORT, IOWA (October 21, 2025) — Modern Companies will hold a ribbon-cutting on Friday, November 14, 2:30PM. The new facility is located at 6105 N Brady St in Davenport, Iowa.

Modern Companies opens new location in the Quad Cities, strengthening regional workforce and industry partnerships.

21 Oct 2025

Registration Open for Iowa Farm Bureau's Annual Meeting and County Leadership Conference in Des Moines

By Andrew Wheeler

WEST DES MOINES, IOWA (October 21, 2025) — The Iowa Farm Bureau Federation (IFBF) will host its 107th Annual Meeting on December 9-10 at the Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center in Des Moines.

21 Oct 2025

Ripon College Announces Expansion of Their Groundbreaking Financial Aid Offering

By Elizabeth Taft

RIPON, WISCONSIN (October 21, 2025) — Ripon College, a vibrant and close-knit liberal arts institution located in Ripon, Wisconsin, introduces its latest financial-aid opportunity for incoming students for the fall of 2026.

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