08 Nov 2017

Perdue Announces Farm Service Agency and Rural Development State Directors

By USDA Office of Communications

(Washington, D.C. November 3, 2017) – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue today announced a slate of Farm Service Agency (FSA) and Rural Development (RD) State Directors, all serving as appointees of President Donald J. Trump.  FSA State Directors help implement U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) policies in planning, organizing, and administering FSA programs in their respective states.

08 Nov 2017

Genesis Lights Remembrance Tree In Memory of Loved Ones

By Craig Cooper

DAVENPORT, Iowa – Nov. 6, 2017 – The holidays are a special time for family gatherings and remembering those who have passed. The Genesis Remembrance Tree in Davenport will celebrate the memories of loved ones and focus attention on the continuing need for access to quality hospice care in the region.

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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