07 Apr 2017

Eight College of Human Sciences students present research at Iowa State Capitol

By Carole A. Custer

AMES, IA (04/07/2017)-- Eight undergraduate students from the Iowa State University College of Human Sciences presented their research to Iowa legislators at the Iowa State Capitol on March 28. The event, titled Research in the Capitol, invites Iowa Regent university students each year to the Iowa capitol building to highlight the importance of research in the undergraduate college experience.

07 Apr 2017

New Jobs for Today's Economy

By Rep. Dave Loebsack

Over the next decade, millions of jobs will need to be filled in new and growing industries. In order to prepare Iowans to be successful in these industries, we must eliminate the skills gap that exists between our nation’s workforce and the demands of emerging fields.

07 Apr 2017

Governor Hosts Model Passover Seder Dinner

By Eleni Demertzis

SPRINGFIELD – Governor Rauner today hosted a Model Seder in preparation for Passover. This was the first official event hosted at the Agriculture Director’s House on the Illinois State Fairgrounds while the Illinois Executive Mansion is closed for renovations.

07 Apr 2017

Niabi Zoo: Opening Day, Members-Only Egg Hunt, and Much More!

By Brianna Aust

COAL VALLEY, Ill. (April 7, 2017) –Two dozen new reptiles and new domestic animals are among the changes to be unveiled to Niabi guests when the Zoo opens for its 2017 season on Saturday, April 15. Members will also start the season early, with the annual egg hunt on opening day.

07 Apr 2017

Springtime Seed Swap with Nancy Hogren

By Kelly Hendershot

DAVENPORT, IA – April 2017 –Gilda’s Club is hosting a Springtime Seed Swap with Master Gardener Nancy Hogren on Tuesday, April 11th starting at 6:00 p.m. at Gilda’s Club (1234 East River Drive, Davenport, IA).

07 Apr 2017

BIG FOURTH INNING NETS BANDITS SEASON-OPENING WIN

By Jake Levy

Taylor Jones goes deep while Bandits pitchers fan 15 Timber Rattlers in win 

 

DAVENPORT, Iowa – The Quad Cities River Bandits used a three-run fourth inning to beat the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers, 3-0, at Modern Woodmen Park in the 2017 season opener. Taylor Jones opened the scoring with a solo home run and River Bandits pitching combined for 15 strikeouts in the win.

07 Apr 2017

"Children of the Corn" actors John Franklin, Courtney Gains, returning to Iowa for Halloweenapalooza 2017

By Holly Berg
OTTUMWA, Iowa - Making their way back to Iowa for the first time since filming "Children of the Corn" over 30 years ago, Prescribed Films is proud to announce actors John Franklin and Courtney Gains as celebrity guests for Halloweenapalooza 2017.
 
07 Apr 2017

Jaycees of the Quad Cities Announce Young Community Leader Award Winners

By Joan Kranovich

The Jaycees of the Quad-Cities has announced its Community Awards, showcasing individual excellence in leadership as demonstrated by outstanding initiative, impact of work and inspiration of others.

Award winners are:

07 Apr 2017

Top STEM programs delivered to thousands of Iowa educators

By Angel Mendez

STEM Council expects to impact more than 86,000 Iowa students in 2017-2018

07 Apr 2017

Last Chance Private Pesticide Continuing Instruction Course

By Becky L. King

AMES, Iowa – The Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Pesticide Safety Education Program will be offering a “Last Chance” Private Pesticide Applicator Continuing Instruction Course (CIC) for private pesticide applicators on April 13 and 14, 2017, at county extension offices throughout the state.

A listing of the county offices offering this course can be found at www.extension.iastate.edu/PSEP/. The course will run for approximately two and a half hours.

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