14 Nov 2017

Loebsack Introduces Legislation to Provide Job Training for Veterans

By Joe Hand

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Dave Loebsack today introduced legislation that builds on current public-private partnership efforts to ensure our veterans have the skills necessary to seamlessly enter the workforce after they return home. The Veterans Employment Training (VET) Act would provide grants to encourage local businesses and community colleges to offer our veterans the training needed to be successful in newly created jobs.

14 Nov 2017

Turkey & Food Basket Giveaway Saturday Nov. 18th

By Lola@qcvetsoutreach.com

QC Veterans Outreach Center  "Our One Year Anniversary"

Winter Accessories Give Away - Hats, Gloves, and Blankets

CATERED THANKSGIVING DINNER

Doors Open at 10am and Event 11 to 1 p.m.

PALMER COLLEGE WILL BE DOING WELL CHECKS FOR ALL VETERANS

Book Exhange is open and Work Clothes Closet & Computer Corner

Doors Open at 10:00 a.m.

14 Nov 2017

IDES to hold Open House at the Rock Island American Job Center

By Bob Gough

The Illinois Department of Employment Security has enhanced its services at the American Job Center office and will hold an Open House on Monday, November 20.

14 Nov 2017

Grassley: Tax Reform “A Giant Step Forward To Make Our Tax Code Simpler, Fairer and More Competitive”

By Grassley Press

The last time Congress modernized the tax code, it was 1986.

That’s more than 30 years ago.

In the generation since, the tax code has grown out of control.

It’s been a dream come true for accountants and lobbyists. But it’s a nightmare for most Americans.

This has helped the powerful and the well-connected. But it’s hurt American workers. It’s hurt American industry. And it’s hurt America’s ability to compete with the rest of the world.

14 Nov 2017

Gov. Reynolds announces appointments to Iowa’s boards & commissions..

By Brenna Smith

(DES MOINES) – Gov. Kim Reynolds announced appointments to Iowa’s boards and commissions Thursday.

The following appointments are unpaid and are subject to Senate confirmation:

Workforce Development Board

Kelly Barrick, Johnston

Gina Bettini, Davenport

Jeff DeVries, Des Moines

Steven Gilbert, Osceola

Quentin Hart, Waterloo

Carmen Heck, Iowa City

Jayson Henry, Pella

Jay Iverson, Ankeny

14 Nov 2017

Governor takes bill action on Nov 9, 2017

By Elizabeth Tomev

SPRINGFIELD (Nov. 9, 2017) – Governor Bruce Rauner took action today on the following bill:

Bill No.: SB 0734

An Act Concerning Local Government

Action: Vetoed

Veto Message for SB 734

November 9, 2017

To the Honorable Members of The Illinois Senate

100th General Assembly:

14 Nov 2017

Governor Reynolds Ignores Opportunity for Leadership in Schmett-Saudi Case

By Tess Seger, Iowa Democratic Party
Reynolds is waiting on ‘third parties’ to tell her what to do about two of her fundraisers.
 
14 Nov 2017

Just Announced - Magician & Illusionist Mike Super

By Stephani Nagle
'America's Got Talent' Finalist and 'America's Favorite Mystifier' Mike Super Live on Stage
 
Saturday, January 6 - 7 pm
On Sale Friday, November 17 at 10 am
 
For the first time in the Quad Cities, America's Got Talent Finalist Mike Super is coming to the TaxSlayer Center for one night only, Saturday, January 6 at 7pm. Tickets go on sale Friday, November 17 at 10 am
 
14 Nov 2017

Fred Hubbell Releases New TV and First Radio Ad Addressing Mental Health Crisis, Highlighting Commitment To Fight For Quality Care For All Iowans

By Remi Yamamoto

Ads Feature Hubbells Stepping Up To Help Address Iowa's 'Brutal' Mental Health Crisis

Fred Hubbell: 'They’ve Got People In The Hallways Lying In Beds With No Place To Go. That’s Just Not How We Take Care Of People. That’s Not How We Build Our State.'

14 Nov 2017

New Bill in the Works to Help Curb Juvenile Crime

By KWQC-TV6

IOWA (KWQC)- Aldermen, Mayor Klipsch, Police Chiefs, Juvenile Justice Leaders and more are all coming together to help change the Juvenile Justice System in Iowa.

"We are looking for the legislature to come together to make some changes in juvenile laws," Scott County Sheriff Tim Lane says.

Those changes include harsher penalties for kids who steal cars.

After a few more meetings, the bill will be drafted by State Senator Roby Smith (R) 47th Dist.

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