29 Nov 2017

Boulton Campaign Shows Energy and Vision Forward at Democrats’ Fall Gala

By Jordan Sabine

Des Moines, IA- At the Iowa Democratic Party’s Fall Gala, State Senator Nate Boulton, Democratic candidate for governor, presented his vision forward during his speech, and showcased his broad base of support from throughout the state. Boulton hosted a pre-event, welcoming his supporters with a live band of local teachers and speeches from his wife, Andrea, and himself. He then led a march of almost 1000 supporters into the main event to the sounds of chants and thunder-sticks.

29 Nov 2017

Gov. Rauner, Lt. Gov. Sanguinetti hail enhanced screening procedures to combat opioid epidemic

By Elizabeth Tomev

Advancements in US Customs and Border Protection technology at O'Hare more effectively identify inbound international fentanyl packages

CHICAGO (Nov. 28, 2017) — Improved detection capabilities and increased scrutiny of incoming packages will curb the influx of fentanyl and other deadly synthetic opioids entering the U.S. through the mail, Gov. Bruce Rauner said today while touring the Chicago International Mailing Facility (IMF).

29 Nov 2017

Hairball Returns to Rock Fairgrounds' Jacobson Center

By Mindy Williamson

DES MOINES, IA (11/28/2017) (readMedia)-- A bombtastic celebration of arena rock, Hairball returns on Friday, February 2, 2018 at the Jacobson Exhibition Center on the Iowa State Fairgrounds. Hairball tickets go on sale Friday, December 1, at 10 a.m.

Hairball

Friday, February 2, 2018 at 7:30 p.m.

Tickets:

$23 Advanced

$30 Day of Show

$65 VIP Tickets

*$3 convenience charge applies to each ticket

29 Nov 2017

90 Percent of Senior Drivers Don’t Make Vehicle Adjustments That Can Improve Safety

By Gail Weinholzer

Most senior drivers surveyed by the AAA Foundation are not taking advantage of simple, inexpensive features that can improve safety and extend their time behind the wheel

 

29 Nov 2017

Reynolds To Ignore Budget Crisis on “Build A Better Iowa” Tour

By Tess Seger, Iowa Democratic Party
Des Moines, IA – This week, as Governor Reynolds travels around the state to cover up her real record of undermining Iowa’s fiscal and economic health, the Iowa Democratic Party will be reminding voters of her misplaced priorities and mismanagement that led to the state’s current budget crisis.
29 Nov 2017

Grassley: We are Upholding Blue Slip Courtesy of Vast Majority of Judiciary Chairman Over Past Century

By Grassley Press

Prepared Statement by Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa

Chairman, Senate Judiciary Committee

Hearing on Nominations

November 29, 2017

VIDEO

Good morning. Congratulations to all the nominees and to your families and welcome to the Committee.

29 Nov 2017

Secretary Pate, EAC partner for IT, cybersecurity training for county auditors

By Kevin Hall

ALTOONA – Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate and the U.S. Elections Assistance Commission (EAC) partnered on Wednesday to conduct information technology workshops for county auditors and their staff. EAC Chairman Matt Masterson and Director of Testing and Certification Brian Hancock joined Secretary Pate and his staff for the Election Officials as IT Managers training at the Adventureland Inn in Altoona.

29 Nov 2017

STARTING THIS THURSDAY!! Disney On Ice

By Lindsey Lobur
Disney On Ice presents Reach For The Stars Featuring the cinematic sensation Disney's Frozen and other timeless favorites!
 
29 Nov 2017

USDA Helps Rural Communities Restore Water Systems Damaged by Disasters

By USDA Office of Communications

WASHINGTON, Nov. 29, 2017 – Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue today announced the award of two grants to help rural water and sewer utilities recover from recent and future natural disasters.

29 Nov 2017

Annual Holiday Open House at the Bettendorf Mansion

By Jill Weitzel

Rivermont Collegiate will again open its doors to the public for a holiday open house at its campus in Bettendorf. Join us from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 9. Drop in for light refreshments and tours of the mansion decorated for the holidays.

The Bettendorf Mansion is located at 1821 Sunset Drive, directly off 18th Street behind K&K Hardware in Bettendorf. This event is open to the public.

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