11 Sep 2017

RIVER BANDITS ADVANCE TO 2017 WESTERN DIVISION FINALS

By Jake Levy
Quad Cities wins decisive game three over Peoria, 8-5, to set up series with Cedar Rapids
 
11 Sep 2017

Loebsack Representative to Hold Office Hours Sept. 12th and Sept. 26th

By Joe Hand

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Dave Loebsack will have a member of his staff in Clinton and Scott Counties for open office hours. Jared Mullendore, Loebsack’s District Representative, will be at the following locations. Mullendore will be on hand to work with individuals who are having difficulty with a government agency, have suggestions for Dave, or would just like to share their concerns. Members of the public are invited to attend.

11 Sep 2017

Gov. Rauner announces leadership transition at DoIT

By Jason Schaumburg

CHICAGO (Sept. 7, 2017) – Acting Secretary and State CIO Hardik Bhatt will be leaving the Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT) after leading the digital transformation in state government for more than two years. Hardik is returning to the private sector to lead smart cities and transportation technology business for a large multinational U.S. company.

11 Sep 2017

The Best in Iowa Affordable Housing Initiatives Showcased with HousingIowa Awards

By Ashley Jared

HousingIowa Awards Recognize Outstanding Housing Initiatives

CEDAR RAPIDS – The Iowa Finance Authority recently recognized outstanding affordable housing initiatives and advocates with HousingIowa Awards at the 2017 HousingIowa Conference in Cedar Rapids.

11 Sep 2017

Bustos Statement on Potential Rollback of Protections for Survivors of Campus Sexual Assault

By Sean Higgins

WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Cheri Bustos (IL-17) issued the following statement after U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos announced a decision to begin new rulemaking on protections for survivors of campus sexual assault:

11 Sep 2017

Hy-Vee’s Best Cake Designers Compete in Extreme Cake Challenge

By Josie Albrecht

Local designers will compete Tuesday for Hy-Vee’s top cake designer title

DAVENPORT, Iowa (Sept. 7, 2017) — Hy-Vee’s most creative cake designers from the Quad Cities area will compete Tuesday in front of spectators at NorthPark Mall in Davenport during the semifinal of Hy-Vee’s Extreme Cake Challenge. Winners will earn a trip to the finals of the companywide competition.

08 Sep 2017

Medicare: Ask the Expert Workshop

By Kelly Hendershot

DAVENPORT, IA – September 2017 –Gilda’s Club is hosting a FREE Medicare: Ask the Expert Workshop for anyone impacted by cancer on Thursday, September 28, 2017 from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. at Gilda’s Club (1234 East River Drive, Davenport, IA). If you have questions about Medicare, Courtney Stowe of Humana Marketplace can help. Some common questions include:   *   When can I enroll in Medicare?   *   What are my Medicare options?   *   How do I know if I’m eligible?

08 Sep 2017

McGUIRE BUILDS MOMENTUM

By Monica Biddix

Grassroots Campaign for Governor Announces Additional Endorsements of Iowa Activists and Advocates

Des Moines, IA – Andy McGuire announced today additional endorsements from key Democratic activists and leaders across the state.

08 Sep 2017

Iowa education director named NASBE Policy Leader of the Year

By Brenna Smith

(DES MOINES) – Iowa Department of Education Director Ryan Wise has been named the National Association of State Boards of Education’s (NASBE) 2017 Policy Leader of the Year. The award is given annually to a national or state policymaker in recognition of their contributions to education. Last year’s recipient was Delaware governor Jack Markell.

08 Sep 2017

Special Iowa Supreme Court Constitution Day Program for Iowa High Schools

By Steve Davis

Des Moines, September 7, 2017—  The Iowa Judicial Branch will join the Iowa Department of Education and The Iowa State Bar Association to present a Constitution Day program for Iowa high school students on Wednesday, September 20. Students will attend the oral arguments in Des Moines and students from around the state will be encouraged to watch the live streaming of two Iowa Supreme Court oral arguments. Both cases involve constitutional issues.

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