27 Jul 2017

New August Programs Mean It's Game On for Adults, Families at Rock Island Public Library

By Lisa Lockheart

Rock Island, IL: Teens have long been able to get their game on with video and board gaming programs at the Rock Island Library, and now it's game on for adults and families as well. Starting in August, the library will start monthly board game nights for families on the first Tuesday of each month and retro gaming for adults on the second Thursday, both at the Downtown Library.

27 Jul 2017

Gov. Rauner: It’s ‘unconscionable’ to play games with children’s education

By Laurel Patrick

SPRINGFIELD (July 26, 2017) – Today, Gov. Bruce Rauner expressed outrage with Democratic leadership in the General Assembly for continuing to play political games with children’s education. Senate Bill 1, the education funding bill, was passed May 31, but Senate Democrats have refused to send it to the governor’s desk, putting at risk the start of the school year.

27 Jul 2017

Six Iowa Farm Families Receive 2017 Way We Live Award

By Mindy Williamson

DES MOINES, IA (07/26/2017) (readMedia)-- Six Iowa farm families will be recognized as recipients of the 2017 Way We Live Award at the Iowa State Fair. Each entrant was asked to submit a short essay describing how the occupation of farming and living on a farm has shaped their lives. Six families were chosen based on their dedication to agriculture and their strong Iowa farm values. Forty-two entries were submitted in all.

 

27 Jul 2017

Former Lieutenant Governor Sally Pederson Endorses Fred Hubbell

By Paul Esker

Pederson, who served alongside Governor Tom Vilsack, will serve as Chair of Hubbell for Governor

27 Jul 2017

Once Again, Democrats Block Committee Work on Russian Interference and Matters of National Security

By Grassley Press

Committee will Reconvene Hearing Thursday Morning                                                                                  

WASHINGTON – Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley today released the following statement on the Democrat leadership’s abuse of a rarely used procedural tool, shuttering a hearing on attempts by foreign agents to influence American laws and elections.

27 Jul 2017

Thunder Bay Grille Features Unique Items at the Mississippi Valley Fair!

By Anne Coffman

Thunder Bay Grille continues serving fair favorites at the Mississippi Valley Fair! They are expanding their menu to include unique new items and will continue to feature fair favorites with a Thunder Bay Grille twist! Be sure to come visit Thunder Bay Grille on the main road inside the front gate of the fairgrounds to enjoy!

27 Jul 2017

Gov. Rauner signs HB 643, freezing legislative per diems

By Laurel Patrick

SPRINGFIELD (July 26, 2017) – Today, Gov. Bruce Rauner signed House Bill 643, which freezes legislative per diems at their existing levels. The bill, which was overwhelmingly approved by lawmakers of both parties, protects taxpayers and is fiscally responsible for Illinois.

27 Jul 2017

OUTDOOR RECREATION A CRITICAL PLAYER IN IOWA’S ECONOMY, GENERATING $8.7 BILLION IN CONSUMER SPENDING ANNUALLY AND DIRECTLY CONTRIBUTING 83,000 JOBS

By Bethany Mousseau

BOULDER, Colo. – JULY 26, 2017 – Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) today released the state-by-state Outdoor Recreation Economy Report, which demonstrates the powerful impact that outdoor recreation has on Iowa’s economy.

Today’s report shows that the outdoor recreation economy in Iowa directly contributes 83,000 jobs and annually generates $8.7 billion in consumer spending and contributing $649 million in state and local tax revenue.

27 Jul 2017

Stuff the Bus 2017

By Sarah Hite
STUFF THE BUS 2017 Quad Cities, USA:  The Salvation Army of the Quad Cities Stuff the Bus 2017. Collection events are as follows:  
PLACE AND TIMES: Collection of Items: Saturday, July 29th:  10:00am – 4:00pm Quad Cities’ Wal-Marts Moline, Silvis, Davenport (Elmore & Kimberly)
 
Signup and Distribution of Items: Wednesday, August 2nd, 9am-3pm Thursday, August 3rd 4pm-7pm.
27 Jul 2017

First Lady launches Illinois Family Connects

By Laurel Patrick

PEORIA (July 26, 2017) – First Lady Diana Rauner today celebrated the launch of the Illinois Family Connects pilot program, a universal newborn support system. It is a home visiting program administered by the Children’s Home Association of Illinois in cooperation with OSF Healthcare Saint Francis Medical Center in Peoria and is available to Peoria County families who deliver a baby at OSF.

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