20 May 2025

Edison Academy to Seal Time Capsule Marking First Year in New School Site

By Celeste Miller

BETTENDORF, IOWA (May 20, 2025) — Edison Academy, an alternative high school program serving students from Bettendorf, North Scott, and Pleasant Valley High Schools, will host a special dedication ceremony to seal a time capsule commemorating its inaugural year at its new location. The event will take place Wednesday, May 21, 12PM, at Edison Academy, 3066 Victoria St, Bettendorf. Members of the media are invited to attend and cover the occasion.

19 May 2025

Liam Ben Sadik of Bettendorf, Iowa, Earns President's List Honors at Utah Tech University

By Jyl Hall

ST. GEORGE, UTAH (May 19, 2025) — Students at Utah Tech University demonstrated remarkable academic talent, with 854 students earning President's List honors in the Spring 2025 semester.

Liam Ben Sadik of Bettendorf, Iowa, was among those honored, earning a spot on the President's List for the spring 2025 semester. To qualify, students had to attain a semester GPA of 3.9 or higher and complete at least 15 credits.

19 May 2025

Catherine Byrne of Bettendorf, Iowa, Graduates from The University of Texas at Austin

By Merit Pages

AUSTIN, TEXAS (May 19, 2025) — Catherine Byrne, of Bettendorf, Iowa, graduated with a Doctor Of Jurisprudence from The University of Texas at Austin in spring 2025.

Byrne was one of nearly 9,500 students who received an undergraduate, master's or doctoral degree.

19 May 2025

Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird Announces Communications Director Greg Manz

By Merit Pages

DES MOINES, IOWA (May 19, 2025) — Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird has announced her appointment of Greg Manz as communications director. Manz is a graduate of the University of New Hampshire and brings years of communications experience to the position. 

19 May 2025

Connor Construction Acquires White Roofing Co Inc

By Anonymous (not verified)

On May 16, 2025, Connor Construction completed the purchase of the White Roofing Co Inc business located in Eldridge, Iowa. Tyler Connor, owner of Connor Construction, located in Dewitt, Iowa will lead the next generation of White Roofing Co's growth and expansion. Rob and Pam White founded White Roofing in 1970.

19 May 2025

Gov Kim Reynolds Signs List of Bills into Law

By Mason Mauro

DES MOINES, IOWA (May 19, 2025) — Governor Kim Reynolds has signed the following bills into law:

19 May 2025

Iowa Biodiesel Board Praises Rep Ashley Hinson-Led Bipartisan Call for Strong RFS

By Jenna Rose

ANKENY, IOWA (May 19, 2025) — The Iowa Biodiesel Board today applauded Representative Ashley Hinson for spearheading a bipartisan letter to President Trump urging swift action to strengthen the Renewable Fuel Standard. The letter called for setting robust Renewable Volume Obligations for 2026 and beyond.

19 May 2025

Bettendorf Community School District Sixth Grade Parking Lot Career Fair Moved to July 27 Due to Weather

By Haleigh Hoyt

BETTENDORF, IOWA (May 19, 2025) — The Bettendorf Community School District is proud to host its Annual Future Ready Week from May 19 to May 23 across all school buildings. This week-long celebration is designed to inspire and support students as they explore future career pathways and post-secondary opportunities.

19 May 2025

Illinois High School Association (IHSA)'s Craig Anderson, Chris Schwarz Return to Campus to Speak to Monmouth Associates

By Barry McNamara

The eleven-member administrative team at the Illinois High School Association includes a trio of former Fighting Scots — Craig Anderson '91 (speaking), Chris Schwarz '09 (left), and Matt Troha ('04), who was unable to attend the event

19 May 2025

Donovan Rogers of Rock Island, Illinois, Graduates from McKendree University

By Tina Napper

LEBANON, ILLINOIS (May 19, 2025) — Donovan Isaiah Rogers of Rock Island, Ill., has graduated from McKendree University with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in business administration.

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