(DES MOINES) – Gov. Kim Reynolds and Lt. Gov. Adam Gregg released two new reports Tuesday showing how Iowa’s Teacher Leadership and Compensation system is transforming the teaching profession statewide, with most school districts meeting their goals and most educators reporting improvements in their classroom instruction and professional environments.

Due to low pre-registration numbers (11 as of this morning), we have decided it would be best to postpone this STEM Teachers Night Out to January.
LECLAIRE, IA, November 6, 2017--The health benefits of yoga have been widely touted for their uses in both stress reduction and physical well-being. What many may not know is how helpful yoga can be for expectant mothers. One local yoga instructor channels these health benefits for pregnant women and makes them accessible in multiple venues.
 

US and State flags to be flown at half-staff from sunrise Thursday to sunset Saturday, Nov. 9-11

SPRINGFIELD (Nov. 7) — The Department of Central Management Services has received notice from Gov. Bruce Rauner that all persons or entities covered by the Illinois Flag Display Act are to fly the flags at half-staff in honor of: Rockford Police Officer Jaimie Cox

Weather-related decision permits trucks hauling ag commodities to exceed gross vehicle weight limits, speed crop transportation

YORKVILLE (Nov. 5, 2017) — Gov. Bruce Rauner today declared a statewide harvest emergency to assist farmers and grain handlers who are grappling with the fallout of rain-related delays.

The City of Davenport will observe Veterans Day as a holiday on Friday, November 10th.  There are no changes to the solid waste schedule. Pickups will occur on regularly scheduled days.

Gramma’s Kitchen & Checkered Flag will be welcoming Veterans and active Military to join us for a complimentary breakfast, lunch or dinner on Veterans Day, Saturday November 11th 2017.

Veterans and active Military need only show a valid form of Military or Veterans ID to enjoy a complimentary meal. A special menu has been created especially for this occasion and includes sides and a non-alcoholic beverage.

Veteran’s Day dinner Reservations at Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse in Moline are completely booked – but we are happy to take lunch reservations.

LEED silver certification anticipated for 1.5 million-square-foot Wilmington facility

WILMINGTON (Nov. 7, 2017) — Gov. Bruce Rauner joined area officials at a ribbon cutting today to open a new 1.5 million-square-foot distribution center for General Mills. The facility, located at the rapidly developing RidgePort Logistics Center in Wilmington, could employ up to 150 people when it is fully operational.

Shine a Light on Lung Cancer Quad Cities to be Held on November 28, 2017 WHAT: The local lung cancer community is coming together for the 9thAnnual Shine a Light on Lung Cancer event. Gilda’s Club Quad Cities will join an anticipated 200 cities where Shine a Lights will be taking place in healthcare facilities this November for Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Join us to raise awareness around lung cancer as we honor those impacted by the disease. Awareness and educational material provided.

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