08 Nov 2017

Spring Forward Is Lifting Learners Up!

By mary@springforwardqca.org

Spring Forward Learning Center is celebrating ten years as a 501(c)3 not-for-profit, offering free education programs for families in need of extra support.

08 Nov 2017

Snow Blower Safety Tips: Keep Best Practices in Mind This Winter

By Outdoor Power Equipment Institute

Outdoor Power Equipment Institute encourages home and business owners to ready snow throwers now for wintry weather, review safe operating procedures

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – November 6, 2017

08 Nov 2017

Gov. Reynolds orders flags at half-staff to honor Texas victims

By Brenna Smith

(DES MOINES) – Gov. Kim Reynolds ordered all flags in Iowa at half-staff effective immediately until sunset on Thursday, November 9, 2017, to honor those killed and injured in Sunday’s mass shooting at First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, Texas. This order is in conjunction with President Donald Trump’s order that was issued Sunday.

08 Nov 2017

Illinois Fraternal Order of Police Veterans Day message

By David Blanchette

SPRINGFIELD – Illinois Fraternal Order of Police State Lodge President Chris Southwood issued the following message regarding the observance of Veterans Day on November 11:

08 Nov 2017

ICGA Applauds Annette Sweeney's Appointment as Iowa Director of Rural Development

By Lisa Cassady

STATEMENT FROM IOWA CORN GROWERS ASSOCIATION PRESIDENT MARK RECKER

08 Nov 2017

CONGRATULATIONS TO AMANDA DEJONG AS THE NEW IOWA STATE DIRECTOR OF USDA FSA

By Lisa Cassady

STATEMENT FROM IOWA CORN GROWERS ASSOCIATION PRESIDENT MARK RECKER

08 Nov 2017

Government Bridge Closure 11/9 & 11/10

By Tiffany Thorndike

The Rock Island Arsenal/Government Bridge will be closed beginning 6am, Thursday, November 9th through 6pm, Friday, November 10th for maintenance. This closure will be for the roadway only; pedestrian, rail, and navigation traffic will not be affected by the closure.

08 Nov 2017

Statement from Gov. Rauner regarding the death of Rockford Police Officer Jaimie Cox

By Elizabeth Tomev

SPRINGFIELD (Nov. 5, 2017) – Gov. Bruce Rauner issued the following statement regarding the death of Rockford Police Officer Jaimie Cox:

“We are deeply saddened by the death of Officer Jaimie Cox,” said Gov. Rauner. “He paid the ultimate price while working to keep our communities safe. My thoughts and prayers are with his family as they find a way to cope with this tragic loss.”

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08 Nov 2017

Jim McDonough Kicks off Holiday Grande Tour at CDPAC

By Angela Yender

Get in the spirit of the season the day after Thanksgiving at the Central DeWitt Performing Arts Center

08 Nov 2017

176th Cyber Protection Team Activates in Bloomington

By Illinois National Guard

SPRINGFIELD, IL (11/05/2017) (readMedia)-- The 176th Cyber Protection Team was honored in a ceremony recognizing the group's official activation at the Illinois National Guard's Armory in Bloomington, Illinois on Nov. 5. Maj. Gen. Richard J. Hayes, the Adjutant General of the Illinois National Guard, presided over the ceremony that included nearly 20 military members, as well as Congressman Darin Lahood and State Representative Dan Brady.

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