DAVENPORT, IOWA (January 22, 2026) — Luana Stoltenberg has announced she is running for Scott County Supervisor, citing a commitment to responsible leadership, fiscal accountability, and open and transparent county government.

“I am excited to join a board that has been doing a wonderful job for Scott County.” Stoltenberg said.

“I believe we can continue building on that strong foundation, while making the county government even more responsive to the people we serve.”

CHAMPAIGN, ILLINOIS (January 22, 2026) — Last night, Champaign resident and Illinois AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Pat Devaney swore in the East Central Illinois AFL-CIO's nine new officers, who affirmed their commitment to advocating for union members and their families. The newly inaugurated leadership emphasized building strong partnerships with community organizations and engaging in political campaigns aimed at improving the lives of working people.

PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA (January 22, 2026) — Grant Welch, of Moline, Illinois, was named to Point Park University's Fall 2025 Dean's List.

Welch was among more than 1,400 students named to the Fall 2025 Dean's List.

To be named to the Dean's List, a student must have a 3.5 GPA.

DES MOINES, IOWA (January 22, 2026) — On Wednesday, Representative Gary Mohr (R-Bettendorf) voted in support of House File 2104 to provide protections for landowners from eminent-domain abuse, helping it pass through the full Iowa House of Representatives.

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (January 22, 2026) — The Rock Island Downtown Alliance is excited to present the Sweetheart Shop Hop on Saturday, February 7. The Valentine’s-themed event encourages the community to show up and have fun while they shop, dine, drink and socialize at their favorite participating businesses. From shopping deals and yoga to hairstyling, DIY desserts and pop-up floral and plant bars, fun experiences await participants.

CRAWFORDSVILLE, INDIANA (January 21, 2026) — Wabash College is pleased to announce that Timothy Stohl, a Philosophy, Politics Economics major from Geneseo, has been named to the Fall 2025 Dean's List.

Students on the Dean's List have maintained a 3.5 grade-point average or better on a 4.0-point scale.

BUFFALO, NEW YORK (January 21, 2026) — The following local students were named to the University at Buffalo's fall 2025 Dean's List:

William Cox of Port Byron, Illinois.

Kailey Detloff of Moline, Illinois.

UB is New York State's flagship university and the largest and most comprehensive institution in the State University of New York system.

MONMOUTH, ILLINOIS (January 21, 2026) — A transformational $5 million investment from 1965 graduate William Goldsborough — the former chair of his alma mater's Board of Trustees — and his wife, Beverly, is accelerating Monmouth College's momentum, strengthening the student experience, modernizing the campus, and investing in the college's future.

"Beverly and I made a decision to pull our estate gift forward so we could see its impact in our lifetime," said Goldsborough.

CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA (January 21, 2026) — Donating to Goodwill of the Heartland is now easier than ever. A new partnership with ReSupply, a veteran-founded logistics company, allows donors to schedule home pick-ups for furniture, clothing, and household items.

ReSupply’s licensed and insured crews handle lifting, disassembly, and transport from any part of the home. Most pick-ups are completed within 24 to 48 hours, providing a fast and convenient way for donors to give.

DES MOINES, IOWA (January 21, 2026) — The Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) honored the commitment and passion of local leaders within the state’s pork industry during the annual Iowa Pork Congress in late January. The event highlighted the achievements of county organizations for their leadership and efforts in advancing pork production and promotion across Iowa.

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