28 Dec 2017

Gov. Reynolds announces science camp scholarship opportunity

By Craig Johnson

(DES MOINES) – Gov. Kim Reynolds announced Thursday the opportunity for two Iowa high school seniors to receive full scholarships to attend the 2018 National Youth Science Camp (NYSCamp) this summer in West Virginia. The students will exchange ideas with scientists and other professionals from the academic, corporate and government worlds during the nearly month-long experience.

28 Dec 2017

Illinois leads Midwest in clean energy job gains

By Elizabeth Tomev

Gov. Rauner addresses environmental entrepreneurs, investors

CHICAGO (Dec. 6, 2017) — The Land of Lincoln is the Midwestern leader in the charge to add clean energy jobs.

28 Dec 2017

Iowa Mental Health Leaders and Experts Praise Fred Hubbell’s Mental Health Plan Addressing Iowa’s Growing Mental Health Crisis

By Fred Hubbell for Governor

Senator McCoy: ‘This Plan Is Well Thought Out, Comprehensive, And Compassionate.’

Orchard Place CEO Anne Starr: ‘Orchard Place Is Glad To See Fred Hubbell Addressing The Critical Mental Health Needs Of Iowans.’

28 Dec 2017

Iowa Finance Authority Awards $7.4 million to 25 Local Housing Trust Funds for Affordable Housing Initiatives

By Ashley Jared

State Housing Trust Fund Grants to Spur Affordable Housing

(DES MOINES) – The Iowa Finance Authority Board of Directors today approved a total of $7.4 million in grants to 25 Local Housing Trust Funds to support local affordable housing initiatives which will assist more than 2,600 Iowa families. The funding is provided from the State Housing Trust Fund’s Local Housing Trust Fund program.

28 Dec 2017

Iowa Department of Natural Resources to terminate proposal to weaken water quality standards in response to concerned Iowans

By Emily Holley

Des Moines – In response to the concerns of the Iowa Environmental Council, other environmental groups and over 700 Iowans, the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) has announced its plans to terminate a proposed rule change that would significantly weaken Iowa’s water quality standards for recreational lakes, rivers and streams. As a result, the Single Sample Maximum E. coli bacteria standard will remain part of Iowa’s water quality standards.

28 Dec 2017

Jewish Federation Statement concerning White House Announcement on Jerusalem

By Allan Ross
Below is the statement from the Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) on today's White House announcement on Jerusalem where President Trump signed the Jerusalem Embassy Act of 1995 into law
 
27 Dec 2017

Parenting Successful Kids

By Becky L. King

We all want to be the parents of successful children!  Iowa State University Extension of Scott County, with support from Scott County Kids, is sponsoring a parenting support and education program called, Parenting Successful Kids.  In January through April 2018 Parenting Successful Kids will feature a 4-part series on discipline.

27 Dec 2017

Crop Advantage Series Will Bring Latest Research, Crop Production Information to Davenport, IA

By Becky L. King

Davenport, Iowa – Iowa State University Extension and Outreach specialists will travel to the Rhythm City Casino and Resort in Davenport on January 26, 2018 for the 2018 Crop Advantage Series to provide farmers, crop consultants and agribusinesses with current research from Iowa State University and updated management information and recommendations based on current and future crop production issues.

27 Dec 2017

Last call to board the Polar Express at the Putnam!

By Putnam Museum & Science Center
Don't miss your last chance to board the Polar Express!
No holiday season is complete without a trip to the North Pole!
Time is running out for you and your family to experience the Polar Express 3D on the Putnam's GIANT Screen. This visually stunning holiday classic leaves the station on Tuesday.
Showtimes
Dec. 28 - 12:30 p.m. Dec. 30 - 3 p.m. Dec. 31 - 12:30 p.m.
27 Dec 2017

Iowa Corn Growers Association Releases Top State and Federal Policy Priorities for 2018

By Lisa Cassady

JOHNSTON, IA (December 20, 2017) - The Iowa Corn Growers Association (ICGA), one of the most effective, longest-standing agricultural associations in the country, released today its final list of state and federal policy priorities for the upcoming year.

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