DES MOINES, IOWA (June 18, 2025) — The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation’s leading small-business advocacy organization, has released new paid advertisements in Iowa featuring targeted radio ads and digital ads.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (June 17, 2025) — As the iconic Quad-City Times Bix 7 race returns to the streets of Davenport, downtown will be buzzing with live music, family fun, food, and festive energy. The Downtown Davenport Partnership (DDP), with support from The Bechtel Trusts and community partners, is proud to help amplify the celebration with vibrant entertainment offerings for all ages.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (June 17, 2025) — The Davenport IowaWORKS office is hosting a Health Expo on Thursday, June 26th at NorthPark Mall (north of Food Court), 2-4:30PM. IowaWORKS Occupational Projections Data indicates that nine of the ten careers slated for rapid growth are in the health-care industry.

“We feel that it is important for our community to have access to opportunities and information in the health-care industry,” said Mark Holloway, Career Planner.

WEST DES MOINES, IOWA (June 17, 2025) — Des Moines University (DMU) Medicine and Health Sciences has achieved a significant milestone, with its state-of-the-art simulation center earning accreditation in the new human simulation standard from the Society for Simulation in Healthcare. This prestigious recognition places DMU among an elite group of only eight simulation centers worldwide to be accredited in the new standard.