ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (May 30, 2025) — We are thrilled to announce our 29th season of World Class Ballet! This season promises to include both new works and old favorites. Whether you're a lifelong ballet enthusiast or a curious newcomer, there’s something marvelous waiting for you at every performance. So why not gather your friends, bring your family, and join us in celebrating the beauty of dance together?

IOWA FALLS, IOWA (May 30, 2025) — Make-A-Wish® Iowa is excited to announce that Wishes on Deck: An All-Star Softball Game Making Iowa Wishes Come True will take place Sunday, June 22, at the Legion Field, located just west of the National Guard Armory at 217 Georgetown Road, Iowa Falls.

COAL VALLEY, ILLINOIS (May 30, 2025) — Zoo guests who stay past closing time could find themselves locked in the Zoo. After hours on Wednesday, June 11, you and your friends will be locked in and will have to follow clues and solve puzzles in order to Escape the Zoo!

DES MOINES, IOWA (May 30, 2025) — The Iowa Brewers Guild is excited to announce details of the fifteenth annual Iowa Craft Brew Festival (ICBF). The event takes place rain or shine Saturday, June 7, 12-4PM, at Water Works Park in Des Moines. Each ticket to ICBF includes entry to the festival grounds, glassware and unlimited samples, silent disco, and more than a dozen Iowa food trucks. The festival directly supports Iowa craft brewing.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 30, 2025) — The Quad Cities Chamber’s Market Report for Q1 2025 dives into how sudden changes in tariffs, especially those with a broad scope, can impact everything from supply chains and inventory levels to GDP growth and inflation.

BETTENDORF, IOWA (May 30, 2025) — This summer, Bettendorf Community School District will again offer free meals for kids 18 and under, funded by the USDA Summer Food Service Program. All children are welcome — no registration or ID is required. Meals must be eaten on-site.

Dates: June 9–27 and July 7–25

Meal sites and times:

📍 Bettendorf High School (3333 18th St)

Morning Snack: 9:30-10AM

FAYETTE, IOWA (May 30, 2025) — Upper Iowa University is excited to announce the addition of two new undergraduate degrees and three new Master's degree programs to provide students with expertise in high-growth areas in which employers are searching for talent, giving them future-ready skills needed in today's workforce. New undergraduate offerings include: Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity, Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics.

WEST DES MOINES, IOWA (May 30, 2025) — More than 400 new health professionals graduated on May 30, 2025, with degrees from Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences at the university's 125th Commencement Ceremony.

Ethan Filby of East Moline, IL (61244) completed a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree.

Kassandra L. Crow of Walcott, IA (52773) completed a Master of Health Care Administration degree.

DES MOINES, IOWA (May 29, 2025) — In a report issued today, the Iowa Attorney General’s Office has concluded that the April 15, 2025, fatal shooting of Vonderrick Rayford by law enforcement officers was legally justified.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 29, 2025) — This summer, foodies of the Quad Cities can enjoy a trip back in time to ’60s coastal Italy at the enchanting new pop-up restaurant, Café San Lorenzo. Set in The Half Nelson’s patio space, Café San Lorenzo will offer an authentic alfresco dining experience right in the heart of downtown Davenport’s Motor Row.

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