07 Feb 2025

New Iowa Economic Development Authority and Iowa Finance Authority Website

By Iowa Economic Development Authority

DES MOINES, IOWA (February 7, 2025) — The Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) and the Iowa Finance Authority (IFA) are pleased to announce the launch of a new, unified website that combines our programs and resources in one convenient location.

This new platform brings together our full range of resources and tools in one easy-to-navigate space, making it simpler than ever to access the opportunities that can help you meet your goals.

07 Feb 2025

Augustana College Toasts Strategic Plan, Bold and Boundless

By Nicole Lauer

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (February 7, 2025) — The Augustana College community will gather February 14 to celebrate and showcase Bold and Boundless, the strategic plan adopted one year ago to prioritize engaged learning, maximizing student success and connecting through partnership with the city of Rock Island.

07 Feb 2025

Iowa Biodiesel and Soybean Groups Celebrate Iowa Central Fuel Laboratory Opening

By Jenna Higgins Rose

ANKENY, IOWA (February 7, 2025) — The Iowa Biodiesel Board and Iowa Soybean Association are celebrating the grand opening of the newly-expanded, state-designated Iowa Central Fuel Testing Laboratory in Fort Dodge, Iowa. The upgraded facility enhances Iowa’s role in ensuring biofuels meet the highest-quality standards demanded by the market.

07 Feb 2025

Enjoy Valentine’s Day with a Moonlight Walk and Music at Black Hawk State Historic Site in Rock Island

By Illinois Department of Natural Resources

SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS (February 7, 2025) — Black Hawk State Historic Site in Rock Island invites the public to enjoy a moonlight trail walk followed by refreshments and live music on Valentine’s Day, Friday, February 14.

06 Feb 2025

Gov Kim Reynolds Extends Harvest Proclamation

By Mason Mauro

DES MOINES, IOWA (February 6, 2025) — Governor Kim Reynolds has signed an extension of the proclamation relating to the weight limits and transportation of grain, fertilizer, and manure.

06 Feb 2025

Report Muddles Research in Attempt to Promote Grouping of Students to Benefit “High Achievers”

By Michelle Renée Valladares

GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN (February 6, 2025) — A recent Fordham Institute report analyzes several perceived threats to educational opportunities for students who score well on standardized tests and class grades. It contends these threats come from those who are overly concerned about “equity” and who seek to undermine programs designed for these high-achieving students.

06 Feb 2025

Illinois Wesleyan University Announces Fall 2024 Dean's List

By Julia Perez

BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS (February 6, 2025) — Illinois Wesleyan University's Dean's List for the Fall semester of the 2024-25 academic year consisted of 827 students from 31 states and 28 countries.

To qualify for the Dean's List, students must earn a GPA of 3.50 or better during the semester, based on 4.0 for straight As.

Eleanor Blew of Rock Island

Natalie Jacocks of Geneseo

Audrey Lamphier of Moline

MJ Soria of Geneseo

Dagan Turcotte-Cutkomp of Geneseo

06 Feb 2025

Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird Statement on Complaint Against Winneshiek County

By Alyssa Brouillet

DES MOINES, IOWA (February 6, 2025) — Governor Kim Reynolds sent the Iowa Attorney General’s office an official complaint against Winneshiek County over the Sheriff’s social-media statements indicating he will not comply with a detainer request from US Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

Iowa AG Brenna Bird today issued the following statement in response:

06 Feb 2025

Central College Men's Golf Team Led by Freshman Eye a Strong Season

By Peter Leithauser

PELLA, IOWA (February 6, 2025) — Coach Mel Blasi returns for his eighth season despite losing six seniors, a youth movement has excited him.

The Dutch bring in six freshmen while also returning five seniors, five juniors, and two sophomores.

06 Feb 2025

Gov Kim Reynolds Announces $8 Million in Grants to Assist Eighteen Communities Advance Water-Quality Infrastructure

By Mason Mauro

DES MOINES, IOWA (February 6, 2025) — Governor Kim Reynolds has announced that eighteen communities have been awarded a total of more than $8 million in grants to advance water-quality projects. The funding is made available through the Wastewater and Drinking Water Treatment Financial Assistance Program.

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