BETTENDORF, IOWA (August 27, 2024) — Rocío Ayard Ochoa joined the Quad Cities Community Foundation in August as our new major gift officer and director of engagement. She brings a wealth of experience and excitement to the new position. Rocío sat down to talk about what led her to the Community Foundation and her vision for supporting generous donors across the region.

Hi, Rocío! Welcome to the Community Foundation. How was your first week on the job?

WEST DES MOINES, Iowa (August 27, 2024) — With football season on the horizon, Iowa Farm Bureau and University of Iowa Athletics are once again teaming up to celebrate why America Needs Farmers through the ANF Game Day Experience — a chance to win four tickets and on-field sideline access to the ANF game on Oct. 12 against the University of Washington.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (August 27, 2024) Scott County Auditor Kerri Tompkins has announced that Tuesday, August 27, is the first day for voters to submit requests for absentee ballots by mail for the November 5 General Election. You must request an absentee ballot to receive a ballot via the mail. Ballots will begin to be mailed on October 16.

The completed absentee-ballot request form is due in our office by 5PM on Monday, October 21.

DES MOINES, IOWA (August 27, 2024) — As students head back to school, Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird reminds Iowans about laws and tips to keep school kids safe.

“Passing a stopped school bus is not only illegal, but also dangerous,” said AG Bird. “Remember to stop for school buses and to slow down in school zones. We want to keep kids safe as school starts back up.”

Never Pass a Stopped School Bus

SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS (August 26, 2024) — Growing reports of violence and abuse, coupled with a lifetime of fear of discrimination, have state officials working with service providers to better meet the needs of LGBTQ+ seniors every time they reach out for help.

DES MOINES, IOWA (August 26, 2024) — The Iowa Finance Authority (IFA) will host the 2024 HousingIowa Conference September 4-6 at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines. The conference is Iowa’s premier housing event, drawing nearly 1,000 housing professionals for discussions on timely housing topics in Iowa and networking with Iowa housing leaders. The event is open to anyone interested in learning more about housing in Iowa.

WEST DES MOINES, IOWA (August 26, 2024) — This summer, the Department of Global Health at Des Moines University (DMU) Medicine and Health Sciences piloted a new summer trip, "Critical Issues in Global and Public Health," in Edinburgh, Scotland, with Queen Margaret University.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (August 26, 2024) — Core Dermatology will host a ribbon cutting to celebrate their new location on Thursday, September 26, 12:15PM. They are located at 1950 E 54th Street in Davenport, Iowa (near Kwik Star and Genesis Radiology).

"Escapism is good, but we can go too far," warned one SOFIA group, which included returning student Lizzie Durfee ('26), shown here helping a visitor to the August 17 poster presentations

COAL VALLEY, ILLINOIS (August 26, 2024) — Check out what’s new at Niabi Zoo!

Roam around the zoo visiting your favorite animals after hours, all while discovering local beers and food trucks.

Proceeds from the night will support our recovery from storm damage. Your contribution will help restore the zoo and make it even better for the future.

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