ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (December 8, 2025) — Modern Woodmen of America is partnering with Wreaths Across America for a nationwide day of remembrance on December 13, 11AM, at Rock Island Arsenal. A fraternal financial services organization with members across the country, Modern Woodmen is supporting this initiative to honor deceased veterans through a $500,000 contribution toward:

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (December 8, 2025) — The Quad City Storm has split its two-game road series with the Knoxville Ice Bears and has now won two of its last three games ahead of the upcoming three-game homestand at Vibrant Arena at The MARK.

On Friday and Saturday, December 12-13, the Storm battle the Birmingham Bulls for the first time this season. Friday is Rock n’ Roll Night, featuring a post-game concert by Saints of Sabbath; one of the country’s premiere Black Sabbath cover bands.

TORONTO, ONTARIO (December 4, 2025) — INKAS® has opened applications for its 2026 “Rising Star” Scholarship, an annual academic initiative designed to support promising post-secondary students in Canada. The scholarship program is a brilliant opportunity for emerging talent, recognizing students who demonstrate strong academic performance, leadership skills, and a forward-looking approach to the rapidly-evolving industries of engineering and business.

DES MOINES, IOWA (December 4, 2025) — The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Deputy State Director in Iowa Henry Kummerer has announced that the Agency is investing in six projects in Iowa including three loans totaling $3,000,000 and three grants totaling $683,333. Five of the projects support small-business expansion and one project will improve fire and emergency service.