HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (September 16, 2025) — Marshall University has announced a historic $50 million gift from President Brad D Smith and First Lady Alys Smith to advance Marshall for All, a groundbreaking program designed to eliminate student debt.

The milestone gift is the largest bestowed to the university, and is the largest personal contribution made by a sitting university president to their own institution.

BETTENDORF, IOWA (September 16, 2025) — On Friday, October 3, Bettendorf High School will honor three outstanding graduates as new members of the school’s Hall of Honor during a ceremony in the BHS Commons.

2025 Hall of Honor Inductees

 

Dr Carrie Barker, Class of 1986

Dr Jennifer Barker, Class of 1986

Dr Rebecca Myers, Class of 1998

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (September 16, 2025) — Friendship Manor will hold a ribbon-cutting and open house on Thursday, October 16, 3PM. The facility is located at 1209 21st Avenue in Rock Island, Illinois.

The open house and ribbon-cutting will showcase the unveiling of a $12.5 million-dollar renovation — new Wellness and Therapy Center, remodeled independent-living apartments, new amenities including new dining room and lounge, and refreshed common areas.

Looking east from the current crest of 7th Avenue, this is the college's First Building accessed by a dirt path with split-rail fences on the north. Circa 1880s. Courtesy of Special Collections, Thomas Tredway Library

DAVENPORT, IOWA (September 3, 2025) — Join us for a night of river-lovin’ banter and brews at Great River Brewery in Davenport, Iowa, on Tuesday, September 16, 5-8PM. Learn about River Action events and initiatives and discuss plans and ideas for the future of our Quad Cities riverfront and surrounding communities.

GALESBURG, ILLINOIS (September 15, 2025) — The Knox College Department of Music is proud to announce the 2025-26 Knox Jazz Year, a season filled with acclaimed guest artists and student performances.

GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN (September 15, 2025) — The organizations within the Voice of Milk — Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, Dairy Business Association, and Minnesota Milk Producers Association — along with Farmers for Sustainable Food have embarked on a new strategic plan to provide more relevant, reliable, and innovative programs and resources to their members and other stakeholders.

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (September 15, 2025) — YWCA Quad Cities is proud to announce membership in both the National Diaper Bank Network (NDBN) and Alliance for Period Supplies (APS).

DES MOINES, IOWA (September 15, 2025) — The Iowa Finance Authority (IFA) has designated sixteen lenders and one Realtor® as its 2026 Preferred Partners. These professionals serve as trusted advocates for Iowa home-buyers, completing specialized training to help buyers access IFA’s mortgage, down-payment, and closing-cost assistance programs.

FAYETTE, IOWA (September 15, 2025) As summer fades and the first hints of autumn arrive, Upper Iowa University invites students, alumni, families, and friends to gather in Fayette for one of the most anticipated traditions of the year- UIU Homecoming. Mark your calendars for September 21-27, 2025, and get ready to soak up breezy island vibes, tropical fun, and plenty of Peacock Pride at this year's theme: "Peacocks in Paradise."

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