18 Mar 2022

Accompanied by Four Students, Monmouth College's Johnson Had Leadership Role at National Conference

By Duane Bonifer

Pictured from left are Monmouth College Director of Student Equity, Inclusion and Community Regina Johnson and students Gabriela Madu, Reggie Willis, Nyasaina Kwamboka, and Justin Douglas

MONMOUTH, ILLINOIS (March 18, 2022) — Monmouth College Director of Student Equity, Inclusion and Community Regina Johnson said she was "humbled" — and a bit nervous — when given the opportunity to play a key role at her first national conference.

18 Mar 2022

Valerie R MacMillan of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Appointed to Dean's List Before Graduation at Mount Mary University

By Kathy Van Zeeland

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN (March 18, 2022) — The following residents were named to the Mount Mary University Fall 2021 Dean's List:

HOMETOWN, STATE; NAME, MAJOR (if listed), HIGH SCHOOL (if listed)

Milwaukee, WI

Valerie R MacMillan, Bachelor of Arts, Student Designed, Moline Senior High School

Macmillan also completed her degree requirements and graduated at the conclusion of the Fall 2021 semester.

17 Mar 2022

Iowa Ranked Third Best in Nation for Election Administration

By Kevin Hall

DES MOINES, IOWA (March 17, 2022) — Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate announces the State of Iowa ranked third best in the nation for administration of the 2020 elections, according to new data. The Elections Performance Index, compiled by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Election Data and Science Lab, ranks states based on voter turnout, voter registration rate, and overall administration of elections.

17 Mar 2022

Declutter and Donate to Make a Difference

By Lynda Waddington

IOWA CITY, IOWA (March 17, 2022) — Spring cleaning is a seasonal chore for many, but did you know spring cleaning also can help others in your community get a fresh start? When you donate your gently-used items to Goodwill, the money we raise by selling these items creates job-placement and training opportunities for people who are looking for jobs or to advance their existing careers.

16 Mar 2022

Rock Island County Forest Preserve District Receives $200K Grant to Revitalize Illiniwek Bike Trails and Campground Amenities

By Jackie Celske

HAMPTON, ILLINOIS (March 16, 2022) — The Rock Island County Forest Preserve District has been awarded a $200,000 grant from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources to support enhancements to the existing Mississippi River Trail/Great River Trail within Illiniwek Forest Preserve.

16 Mar 2022

Local students Complete Degrees at Wichita State University

By Lainie Mazzullo

WICHITA, KANSAS (March 16, 2022) — More than 1,030 students completed degrees at Wichita State University in fall 2021.

HOMETOWN, STATE; NAME, DEGREE, MAJOR, HONORS (if listed)

Letts, IA

Sonjia C Brundage, Bachelor of Arts in Education, ECU/Elementary Educ Apprentice, Magna Cum Laude

Rock Island, IL

Ashley Schmooke-Appleman, Bachelor of Science, Dental Hygiene-Completion

16 Mar 2022

Local Students Named to Illinois Wesleyan University's Fall 2021 Dean's List

By Julia Perez

BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS (March 16, 2022) — Illinois Wesleyan University's Dean's List for the fall semester of the 2021-22 academic year consisted of 734 students from 28 states and 17 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.

The following local students made the list:

Christopher Lerch of Rock Island, IL, a senior majoring in Music Education.

16 Mar 2022

Comedian Tom Papa to Perform in the Rhythm Room

By Samuel Naab

DAVENPORT, IOWA (March 16, 2022) — Comedian Tom Papa is set to perform in the Rhythm Room on Saturday, June 4, 2022, 7PM. Must be 21+ to attend show, as the Rhythm Room is on the Casino Floor.

With more than twenty years as a stand-up comedian, Tom Papa is one of the top comedic voices in the country finding success as an author, in film, TV, radio, and podcasts as well as on the live stage.

16 Mar 2022

Sonjia C Brundage of Letts, Iowa, Among Wichita State University Fall 2021 Dean's Honor Roll

By Lainie Mazzullo

WICHITA, KANSAS (March 16, 2022) — Wichita State University has announced the names of 3,246 students who were on the WSU Dean's Honor Roll for Fall 2021.

HOMETOWN, STATE; NAME

Letts, IA

Sonjia C Brundage

To be included on the Dean's Honor Roll, a student must be enrolled full-time (at least twelve credit hours) and earn at least a 3.5 grade-point average on a 4.0 scale. 

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16 Mar 2022

Disability Rights Iowa Writes Amicus Brief in 8th Circuit Court of Appeals Case

By Katelynn Schultz

DES MOINES, IOWA (March 16, 2022) — People with disabilities have long fought for their right to reasonable accommodation. In a case that has been appealed to the 8th Circuit, an Iowan woman is requesting a reasonable accommodation that her landlord accept a Housing Voucher to pay her rent in full, due to her inability to work caused by her disability.

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