10 Jan 2024

Libertarian Party of Iowa to Host Pre-Caucus Debate Featuring Presidential Nomination Candidates

By Libertarian Party of Iowa

DES MOINES, IOWA (January 10, 2024) — The Libertarian Party of Iowa proudly announces its upcoming Pre-Iowa Caucus Debate, showcasing a number of the distinguished candidates vying for the party's Presidential nomination. Set to take place on January 14, 2024, 3-5PM, at F&O's in Des Moines. This event is open the public, and the LPIA encourages caucus-goers, and potential delegates to attend, and engage with candidates and their visions for the future.

10 Jan 2024

Moline Monster Jam® Arena Championship Series West Tickets On-Sale Now

By Stephani Nagle

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (January 10, 2024) — Experience big-time family fun at Monster Jam®. The most unexpected, unscripted, and unforgettable motorsports experience for families and fans in the world today returns to the Quad Cities for an adrenaline-charged weekend at Vibrant Arena at The Mark, May 4, 2024. At Monster Jam, world champion athletes and their 12,000-pound monster trucks tear up the dirt in wide-open competitions of speed and skill.

10 Jan 2024

Two Generations of Ali, and An Inspiring Children's Book, Sponsored by the Muslim Civic Coalition

By Muslim Civic Coalition

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS (January 10, 2024) — January 17 honors America’s Champ, Muhammad Ali, on his birthday — now a holiday in Illinois.

This was one of the first laws sponsored by the Muslim Civic Coalition and is now being passed in other states.

Join us for an insightful discussion with two generations of the Ali family — his esteemed eldest daughter, "May May" Maryum Ali, and his grandson, Jacob Ali-Wertheimer.

10 Jan 2024

Planned Parenthood North Central State Workers with Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Reach Tentative Agreement for First Union Contract

By Josh Keller

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA (January 10, 2024) — Late Monday night, Planned Parenthood North Central States (PPNCS) and the union member bargaining team for Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Healthcare Minnesota and Iowa reached a tentative agreement (TA) on a historic first contract for the 430 workers who voted in 2022 to form their union. Monday was the 37th bargaining session between the two sides and the final session lasted nearly fourteen hours, ending at 1AM.

10 Jan 2024

In Very Political Year, Monmouth College's Robin Johnson Will Use Film to Give His Students Perspective

By Barry McNamara

The 1997 movie Wag the Dog is on Monmouth College political science lecturer Robin Johnson's list for his "Film and Politics" class this semester

MONMOUTH, ILLINOIS (January 10, 2024) — A Monmouth College political-science class will be back by popular demand this semester.

For the second time, the department's Robin Johnson will teach "Film and Politics," a course that examines both the politics of moviemaking and politics in the movies.

10 Jan 2024

Iowa Business Council (IBC) Reaction to 2024 Condition of the State Speech

By Joe Murphy

About the Iowa Business Council

10 Jan 2024

Quad Cities Chamber Statement on Gov Kim Reynolds’ Condition of the State Address

By Jennifer Walker

BETTENDORF, IOWA (January 10, 2024) — The Quad Cities Chamber is pleased to see Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds’ continued commitment to creating a pro-growth, pro-business environment. Our economy is growing and Iowa is regularly rated as a high-opportunity state.

10 Jan 2024

Gov Kim Reynolds Delivers 2024 Condition of State Address

By Kollin Crompton

DES MOINES, IOWA (January 10, 2024) — Last night, Governor Kim Reynolds delivered her 2023 Condition of the State Address.

Below are her remarks as prepared for delivery:

Condition of the State Address

Gov Kim Reynolds

January 9, 2024

Madam President, Mr Speaker, Lt Governor, legislative leaders and members, justices and judges, my fellow Iowans:

09 Jan 2024

Augustana College Swears in Officer Braden Frazelle

By Nicole Lauer

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (January 9, 2024) — Moline native Braden Frazelle was sworn in as an Augustana police officer January 3.

Friends and family gathered at Augustana’s Hamann Concert Hall in Bergendoff Hall for the swearing in by Vice President and Dean of Student Life Dr Wes Brooks. Dr Brooks commended Frazelle for his contributions to keeping Augustana a safe home away from home for students from all over the world. 

09 Jan 2024

Southeast Missouri State University Announces Fall 2023 Dean's List

By Carie Kuehn

CAPE GIRARDEAU, MISSOURI (January 9, 2024) — The following students have been named to the fall 2023 Dean's List at Southeast Missouri State University.

Mia Hou from Rock Island

Michael Kintigh from Eldridge

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