02 Jun 2023

Federal Deposit Insurance Corp (FDIC) Data: Iowa Banks Show Strength, Resiliency in Q1

By Tara Deering-Hansen

JOHNSTON, IOWA (June 2, 2023) — Despite the recent period of bank-industry stress nationally, Iowa banks reported a strong first quarter with growth in active loans, favorable liquidity, and a slight increase in deposits, according to data released Wednesday by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp (FDIC).

02 Jun 2023

The African American Museum of Iowa Announces Juneteenth Commemoration

By Melissa Porter

CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA (June 2, 2023) — The African American Museum of Iowa (AAMI) is excited to announce its Juneteenth Commemoration will return for a series of programs starting on Saturday, June 10, and culminating on Monday, June 19. Join the AAMI for a series of free programs and activities for the entire family.

02 Jun 2023

Corkless in Galena 2023

By Henry Matthiessen III

GALENA, ILLINOIS (June 2, 2023) — Corkless in Galena (Depot Park, 91 Bouthillier St), Summer 2023’s exclusive wine event celebrating Illinois’ family and local owned wineries, will be held Saturday, June 24, noon until 6PM. Spend an afternoon sipping handmade wines of seven Illinois wineries. Taste fabulous food from regional food trucks. Listen to world-class live music while visiting with local artists showcasing incredible handmade creations.

02 Jun 2023

Quad City Storm Home Schedule Dates Announced

By Brian Rothenberger

MOLINE, ILINOIS (June 2, 2023) — The Quad City Storm has finalized its 2023-2024 regular season home schedule. The season begins on Saturday, October 21, and concludes Friday, April 5. The team’s home calendar features eleven Friday night games, thirteen Saturday night games, and a single Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday game.

02 Jun 2023

2013-2023: A Decade of Declining Water Quality in Iowa

By Alicia Vasto

DES MOINES, IOWA (June 2, 2023) — Last week, the Iowa Environmental Council (IEC) launched a new website, decliningdecade.org, to mark the tenth anniversary of the state’s tax-payer-funded nutrient reduction strategy (NRS).

02 Jun 2023

Davenport Public Library Main Closed

By Brittany Peacock

DAVENPORT, IOWA (June 2, 2023) — For the safety of staff and patrons, Davenport Public Library Main will be closed until further notice due to the partial collapse of the apartment building directly across the street. Davenport Public Library Fairmount and Davenport Public Library Eastern will both remain open for normal business hours.

02 Jun 2023

Central College 2023 Academic Excellence Awards

By Jeanette Budding

PELLA, IOWA (June 2, 2023) — Central College recognized students for academic awards.

Allison Miller of Geneseo, Illinois (61254) received the Business Management Award. Miller is a major in the Class of 2023.

Mattie Francis of Port Byron, Illinois (61275) received the Calliope Award. Francis is a major in the Class of 2023.

02 Jun 2023

Iowa Auditor of State Rob Sand Responds to Governor's Claims About SF 478, "The Worst Pro-Corruption Bill In Iowa History"

By Sonya Heitshusen

DES MOINES, IOWA (June 2, 2023) — State Auditor Rob Sand today responded to Governor Kim Reynolds signing Senate File 478. The bill lets state agencies and the Governor work together to hide documents from the auditor and eliminates checks and balances by killing Iowa courts’ ability to review such decisions.

01 Jun 2023

Augustana Possible Grant Leads to Record-Breaking Enrollment

By Nicole Lauer

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (June 1, 2023) — Augustana College announces a record-setting first-year enrollment, driven in part by the great success of the Augustana Possible grant, which will go to 183 incoming first-year students who will enroll this fall.

01 Jun 2023

Central College Represented at Iowa Academy of Science Annual Meeting

By Jeanette Budding

PELLA, IOWA (June 1, 2023) — Central College students presented at the Iowa Academy of Science Annual Meeting in April on the University of Northern Iowa campus. The presentation, "Using DNA Barcoding to Study the Bee Diversity in Big Rock Park," focuses on identifying the diversity of bees around Big Rock Park in Pella, Iowa.

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