15 Aug 2017

News From the Iowa State Fair - Aug 14, 2017 - Part 2

By Mindy Williamson

International Gent Claims Mr. Legs Title at Iowa State Fair

DES MOINES, IA (08/14/2017) (readMedia)-- John Johansson of Stockholm, Sweden was awarded the Overall Champion title in the Mr. Legs contest held Saturday on the Bud Light Stage at the 2017 Iowa State Fair.

Beyond overall leg appearance, several leg divisions were judged during the contest, including tannest, hairiest and thinnest legs.

Additional results below:

14 Aug 2017

News From the Iowa State Fair - Aug 14, 2017 - Part 1

By Mindy Williamson

Walstrom Wins Needlepoint Honors at Iowa State Fair

DES MOINES, IA (08/14/2017) (readMedia)-- Solveig Walstrom of Cedar Rapids received Best of Show and Sweepstakes honors in the Needlepoint division of the Fabric and Threads contest judged prior to the start of the 2017 Iowa State Fair.

Contestants were judged on design, workmanship and finishing.

14 Aug 2017

Blackhawk Chapter ABATE of Illinois Board of Directors announcement on 2018 nominations:

By Kelly Carlson

Blackhawk Chapter ABATE of Illinois has important news regarding our Board of Directors which will have an effect on the nominations and elections for our 2018 officers.

The Chapter will be having nominations and elections for the 2018 board starting in October, and we will be needing some candidates and some new officers. Now is the time to think about running for an office for 2018 so that we can continue to fulfill the mission of ABATE of Illinois.

11 Aug 2017

Grassley, Wyden Encourage White House to Include Individuals With Disabilities in Apprenticeship Review

By Grassley Press

WASHINGTON – Sen. Chuck Grassley and Sen. Ron Wyden are asking the Trump administration to add the topic of individuals with disabilities to discussions on promoting apprenticeships.  The president in June established a task force on apprenticeship expansion to “identify and provide a report on strategies and proposals to promote apprenticeships.”

11 Aug 2017

News From the Iowa State Fair - Aug 10, 2017

By Mindy Williamson

Acts Amaze on Opening Day of Talent Search at Iowa State Fair

DES MOINES, IA (08/10/2017) (readMedia)-- Five talented Senior division acts (ages 13-21) have advanced to the semi-final round in Bill Riley's 58th annual Iowa State Fair Talent Search. Each act will perform again on Thursday, August 18, Friday, August 19 or Saturday, August 20.

The names, ages, hometowns and routines are:

09 Aug 2017

DCA Director Mary Cownie announces departure

By Brenna Smith

(DES MOINES) – Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs (DCA) Director Mary Cownie announced her departure Monday afternoon. Her last day at the department will be Thursday, August 17, 2017.

08 Aug 2017

Keep Iowa Beautiful Iowa State Fair Photo Contest

By Gerald F. Schnepf

Keep Iowa Beautiful (KIB) invites Iowa State Fair goers to participate in a Daily Photo Promotion August 10-20 at the State Fair. This daily photo contest invites fair attendees to capture the beauty of the Iowa State Fair during their visit, email the digital photo by midnight each day to Keep Iowa Beautiful (info@keepiowabeautiful.com) with their contact information.

07 Aug 2017

Iowa Finance Authority to Host 2017 HousingIowa Conference September 6-8 in Cedar Rapids

By Ashley Jared

DES MOINES – The Iowa Finance Authority will host the 2017 HousingIowa Conference September 6-8 in Cedar Rapids at the Cedar Rapids DoubleTree. 

The conference will feature Leigh Anne Tuohy as portrayed in Oscar-winning film The Blind Side, Aron Ralston, as portrayed in film based on his real-life experiences, 127 Hours, the 2017 HousingIowa Awards and a wide-range of sessions on timely Iowa housing topics.

07 Aug 2017

Springfield native named Director of Federal Affairs

By Laurel Patrick

CHICAGO (Aug. 4, 2017) – Springfield native Sam Pfister has been named Director of Federal Affairs in Washington D.C. As director, Pfister will be working closely with Congress and the Executive Branch to ensure Illinois’ interests are being represented. He also will work with other governors’ offices to achieve shared goals.

Congressman John Shimkus (R-IL15), among other representatives, said Pfister will be a great addition to the governor’s team.

07 Aug 2017

Volunteers and Donations Needed for the Iowa State Fair

By Mindy Williamson

DES MOINES, IA (08/03/2017) (readMedia)-- With over one million people visiting the Fair annually numerous volunteers are needed for the Iowa State Fair to be a success. The Iowa State Fair August 10-20, is seeking volunteers and donations for the Sew-In, Andringa Family Foundation Little Hands on the Farm, Country School and the information booths.

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