19 May 2025

Gov Kim Reynolds Appoints Sarah Martz Chair of the Iowa Utilities Commission

By Mason Mauro

DES MOINES, IOWA (May 19, 2025) — Governor Kim Reynolds has announced the appointment of Sarah Martz as Chair of the Iowa Utilities Commission (IUC). Martz has served as an IUC commissioner since May 2023.

19 May 2025

Scott County Democrats Red White and Blue Dinner Focuses on Food from Around the World

By Scott County Democrats

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 19, 2025) — Pouding chômeur, a dessert created during the Great Depression in Quebec, is one of the featured foods offered during an around-the-world dinner for the Scott County Democrats annual Red White and Blue Dinner on Saturday, June 28.

16 May 2025

US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Announces Nearly $14 Million for Affordable Housing in Great Plains Tribal Communities

By US Department of Housing and Urban Development Press Office

WASHINGTON DC (May 16, 2025) — US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Scott Turner announced nearly $14 million in Indian Housing Block Grant (IHBG) funding for eligible Native American Tribes and Tribally Designated Housing Entities (TDHEs) in Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska to carry out affordable-housing activities in Indian Country.

15 May 2025

Mediacom Awards $1,000 World Class Scholarship to Davenport North High School Senior

By Katelyn Reeder

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 15, 2025) — Mediacom Communications announced the selection of Reese Green, a senior at Davenport North High School, as a recipient of the company’s World Class Scholarship Program. The $1,000 scholarship recognizes the Davenport resident for excellence in leadership and academics.

15 May 2025

Gov Kim Reynolds’s Statement on 2025 Legislative Session

By Mason Mauro

DES MOINES, IOWA (May 15, 2025) — Governor Kim Reynolds released the following statement in response to the conclusion of the 2025 legislative session:

15 May 2025

Gov Kim Reynolds Issues Statement on “Families First Bill” Passing Iowa Senate and House

By Mason Mauro

DES MOINES, IOWA (May 15, 2025) — Governor Kim Reynolds released the following statement in response to both the Iowa House and Senate passing HF 889, a bill to provide four weeks of paid maternity leave and one week of paid paternity leave for state employees:

“After working on it for three years, the families first bill is finally headed to my desk,” said Gov Reynolds.

14 May 2025

Gov Kim Reynolds Issues Statement on HF 972 Passing House and Senate

By Mason Mauro

DES MOINES, IOWA (May 14, 2025) — Governor Kim Reynolds released the following statement in response to HF 972, her rural health-care bill that increases residency slots and strengthens maternal health, passing both the House and Senate with bipartisan support:

“Access to quality health-care is vital for Iowans in every corner of our state,” Gov Reynolds said.

14 May 2025

Gov Kim Reynolds Releases Statement on Unemployment Insurance Reform Bill Passing Iowa House and Senate

By Mason Mauro

DES MOINES, IOWA (May 14, 2025) — Governor Kim Reynolds has issued the following statement on both the Iowa House and Senate passing SF 607, a bill to simplify and decrease unemployment taxes on businesses:

12 May 2025

Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird Recognizes National Police Week

By Zach Hoffman

DES MOINES, IOWA (May 12, 2025) — The week of May 11 celebrates National Police Week, established in 1962 by President John F Kennedy to honor the courage and sacrifice of law enforcement officers nationwide. This annual observance highlights the vital role officers play in protecting and strengthening our communities.

09 May 2025

Gov Kim Reynolds Issues Proclamation for Ease of Access to Transportation Fuels

By Mason Mauro

DES MOINES, IOWA (May 9, 2025) — Governor Kim Reynolds has issued a proclamation to ease restrictions for transportation of and access to motor fuels.

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