19 Feb 2019

Gov Kim Reynolds Signs Historic Education Funding Bills

By Pat Garrett

DES MOINES, IOWA (February 19, 2019) — Today, Governor Kim Reynolds signed HF 306 and HF 307, historic pre-K-12 education funding at the Iowa State Capitol surrounded by education advocates and students from North Polk Community Schools. HF 306 and HF 307 were the first bills Gov Reynolds signed this year.

19 Feb 2019

Education Funding Package Signed into Law; Legislators Should Move SAVE Forward Now

By Tammy Votava

DES MOINES, IOWA (February 19, 2019) — Key legislative leaders agreed on and Governor Kim Reynolds signed into law today an education funding package that includes setting a supplemental state aid rate for FY 2020 and additional money to address transportation and cost per pupil inequities-a total investment of $90 million.

19 Feb 2019

Iowa State Board of Education to Consider Rescinding “Seclusion Room” Rules

By Veronica Fowler

PRESS RELEASE (February 19, 2019) — We are glad that the Iowa State Board of Education is proposing new rules on seclusion rooms in public schools. The ACLU of Iowa has been concerned about the use of these rooms over the past two years, and we plan to endorse the new proposed rules.

19 Feb 2019

River Bandits Unveil 2019 Promotional Schedule

By Jason Kempf

DAVENPORT, IOWA (February 19, 2019) — The Quad Cities River Bandits today unveiled a jam-packed promotional schedule for the upcoming 2019 season. The schedule incorporates many familiar fan-favorites from the past, including 18 giveaways and 19 theme nights, mixed with fresh new ideas sure to provide entertainment for the whole family.

19 Feb 2019

Camp Euforia Music Festival Reveals This Summer’s Lineup and On-Sale Date

By Alisha Espey

LONE TREE, IOWA (February 19, 2019) — Camp Euforia, Iowa’s premier independent music festival is excited to announce its 2019 lineup featuring festival hosts and founders Eufórquestra along with Tauk, Kung Fu, Horseshoes & Hand Grenades, The Ghost of Paul Revere, and many more.

19 Feb 2019

UW-Platteville Announces 2018 Fall Graduation

By UW-Platteville Communications

PLATTEVILLE, WISCONSIN (February 19, 2019) — The University of Wisconsin-Platteville celebrated its 201st commencement ceremonies December 15 in Williams Fieldhouse, and the ceremonies featured local students. UW-Platteville, founded in 1866, has been named the best in Wisconsin for annual return on investment for the fourth consecutive year by Payscale and the best in the state (and seventh nationally) for employment by Zippia, the Career Expert.

19 Feb 2019

ACLU of Iowa Statement on State Not Appealing 6-Week Abortion Ban Decision

By Veronica Fowler

PRESS RELEASE (February 18, 2019) — The following statement can be attributed to ACLU of Iowa Executive Director Mark Stringer in response to Gov. Reynold’s announcement that the state will not pursue an appeal on a district court judge striking down the so-called “fetal heartbeat” bill:

19 Feb 2019

Item of Interest: Snow Emergency Declared, 02/19/19

By Jennifer A Nahra

DAVENPORT, IOWA (February 19, 2019) — Please be advised that Public Works has posted the following notice on the City website: http://cityofdavenportiowa.com/news/what_s_new/2018_2019_snow_and_ice_event_response?fbclid=IwAR105XyQGN0NIXVHE6W5qMuDTdD_HumECwHe6aBksIL0jod7V6Jqi9vN53I

18 Feb 2019

Iowa Democrats Respond to Reynolds’ Attempt to Disenfranchise College Students

By IDP Press

DES MOINES, IOWA (February 18, 2019) — In response to the news that Governor Reynolds selected the special election for Iowa Senate District 30 to be held on March 19th during the University of Northern Iowa’s spring break, IDP Chair Troy Price issued the following statement:

18 Feb 2019

Jaycees Support WQPT Quad Cities PBS with Imagination Station Sponsorship

By Nikki Schaul

QUAD CITIES (February 18, 2019) — Members of Jaycees of the Quad Cities will present a $2,500 check to WQPT Quad Cities PBS Imagination Station’s Planning Committee, at Western Illinois University QC Campus, 3300 River Drive, Moline, Illinois, Riverfront Hall-WQPT Office, on February 27, 2019, at 5:15PM.

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