07 Sep 2017

Grassley Statement on President Trump’s Announced Plans to End DACA

By Grassley Press

WASHINGTON – Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley today made the following statement regarding President Trump’s announced plans to suspend the Obama-era Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals executive order, or DACA.

07 Sep 2017

Rescinding Protection for Young Immigrants Decried as an “Inhumane Attack”

By Jon Krieg

DES MOINES (September 5, 2017) President Trump’s decision to end federal protection for a group of young immigrants threatens the well-being of our communities and runs counter to our best values, according to a Quaker group that has worked for immigrant rights in Iowa for over two decades.

05 Sep 2017

Fatality Accident on US Highway 61 in Scott County

By Lt. Thomas R. Gibbs

On 09-03-17 at approximately 4:05 am Scott Emergency Communications received a 911 call reporting a single vehicle accident in the 9000 block of 140th St. Scott County Sheriff’s Office, along with Blue Grass Fire Department, MEDIC Ambulance, Buffalo Police Department, Scott County Conservation Officers, and Iowa State Patrol responded to the scene.

05 Sep 2017

Data Indicate Unauthorized Immigrants Exploited Loophole to Gain Legal Status, Pathway to Citizenship

By Grassley Press

WASHINGTON – Preliminary data provided by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services in response to recent inquiries from the House and Senate Judiciary Committees indicate that the Obama administration allowed thousands of DACA recipients to exploit an immigration law loophole to obtain green cards. The data also show that more than a thousand DACA recipients have already obtained citizenship.

30 Aug 2017

Grassley, Lee Renew Request for Information on Abuse of Immigration Loophole

By Grassley Press

WASHINGTON – Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley of Iowa and Senator Mike Lee of Utah are again inquiring about the abuse of an immigration law loophole that allows unauthorized immigrants to obtain a green card and, eventually, U.S. citizenship. The two senators previously wrote to the Obama administration on this issue in March 2016.

29 Aug 2017

The Rock Island Human Rights Commission recognizes Javier Perez; elects new officers

By Gerald Jones

The Rock Island Human Rights Commission recognizes and honors the service of Javier Perez. Mr. Perez served on the commission from 2014 – 2017, including a term as Chair for two years. Javier served the Commission with distinction, bringing his considerable passion to ensure that all Rock Island citizens have an avenue to preserve their human rights. He truly was a rock solid Rock Islander.

25 Aug 2017

News From the Iowa State Fair - Aug 25, 2017

By Mindy Williamson

4-H Crowns Top Dogs at Iowa State Fair

DES MOINES, IA (08/25/2017) (readMedia)-- Youth from across the state competed in the 4-H Dog Show held Sunday August 20 at the 2017 Iowa State Fair. Dogs were judged in three divisions: obedience, handling and rally.

Complete results below:

Champion Pre-Novice A Obedience: Sierra Pearson, Union County

Reserve Champion Pre-Novice A Obedience: Lane Whirrett, Clarke County

23 Aug 2017

Statement from Gov. Rauner.

By Laurel Patrick

CHICAGO (Aug. 22, 2017) – "Earlier today an email went out from my office that did not accurately reflect my views. I can understand why some people found the cartoon offensive. And I believe we should do more as a society and a nation to bring us together, rather than divide us.

"There are many passionate people engaged in public policy debates, and different people react differently.

22 Aug 2017

News From the Iowa State Fair - Aug 21, 2017 Part 2

By Mindy Williamson

Three Records Set at 2017 Iowa State Fair Sale of Champions

DES MOINES, IA (08/21/2017) (readMedia)-- With a final swing of the gavel, the Iowa Foundation for Agricultural Advancement (IFAA) raised $352,600 for the 16 exhibitors of 4-H and FFA Grand and Reserve Champion livestock in the Sale of Champions Saturday at the 2017 Iowa State Fair.

Three champion records were broken during the 2017 Sale.

22 Aug 2017

News From the Iowa State Fair - Aug 21, 2017 Part 1

By Mindy Williamson

No Horsing Around for FFA Competitors at Iowa State Fair

DES MOINES, IA (08/21/2017) (readMedia)-- Champion High Point Horse was awarded to Muddy Waters, owned by Victoria Brandt of AGWSR at the FFA Horse Show judged Wednesday during the 2017 Iowa State Fair. Brandt also claimed Champion High Point Exhibitor honors.

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