AMES, IOWA (October 5, 2022) — The Iowa State University (ISU) Startup Factory today announced the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) Board has awarded Janas Materials Inc a $25,000 Proof of Commercial Relevance (POCR) loan as recommended by the Technology Commercialization Committee.

MONMOUTH, ILLINOIS (October 5, 2022) — More Americans are allowing their politics to shape their religion, according to a study by a Monmouth College political science professor.

"Church shopping" based on political beliefs is one of the findings of a recent research project by Monmouth political science professor Andre Audette in collaboration with political science and data science double major Shay Hafner ('23) of Sterling, Illinois.

CAIRO, EGYPT (October 5, 2022)  In less than a year, and what came with exhilarating anticipation, Happy Joe’s Pizza and Ice Cream has made its Egyptian début with a wildly-successful opening in the Cairo suburb of Roxy, Heliopolis.

CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA (October 5, 2022) — A large contingent of the Coe College and Corridor communities were on hand the evening of Thursday, September 29, to dedicate the David and Janice McInally Center for Health and Society (CHS). The dedication event was held inside the CHS on Coe’s campus.

COAL VALLEY, ILLINOIS (October 5, 2022) — Niabi Zoo has moved to its fall hours!

Niabi Fall Hours:

            Monday: CLOSED

            Tuesday-Sunday: 10AM-5PM

            (Last entry at 4PM)

Niabi Free Days:

            Tuesday-Friday: 10AM-5PM

            (Last entry at 4PM)

WEST DES MOINES, IOWA (October 5, 2022) — Throughout October, Hy-Vee’s team of registered dietitians will host events focused on gluten-free lifestyles through a variety of programming. Events will include virtual cooking classes and store tours, as well as an in-person, gluten-free health fair at select stores.

Gluten-Free Health Fair

EAST MOLINE, ILLINOIS (October 5, 2022) Please join the awardees below during the Grants Awards Ceremony tomorrow Thursday, October 6, 4-5PM, at The Rust Belt.

The East Moline Community Fund Committee will award $18,000 in funding for thirteen area non-profit organizations.

DES MOINES, IOWA (October 5, 2022) — Governor Kim Reynolds today announced a new grant opportunity intended to reduce language barriers in the workforce. The Iowa Language Learners Job Training Program will help employers provide sustained programs for English language instruction to support improved communication in the workplace.

DES MOINES, IOWA (October 5, 2022) — As we prepare to recognize the men and women who have served our country this Veterans Day, Iowa Attorney General Tom Miller reminds veterans of their right to request time off for the November 11 holiday.

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (October 4, 2022) — The Alzheimer’s Association is inviting Quad Cities area residents to join the fight to end Alzheimer’s by participating in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Saturday, October 8, 9AM, at the Vibrant Arena at The Mark (formerly The TaxSlayer Center). Registration is at 8AM.

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