JOHNSTON, IOWA (October 21, 2020) — Iowa PBS has launched a new initiative intended to celebrate the people, culture, and stories of rural America by showcasing the diversity, traditions, and richness of small town and rural life in Iowa.
DAVENPORT, IOWA (October 20, 2020) — Due to an executive order by Mayor Mike Matson, effective today, masks will be required in all City buildings. This includes all Davenport Public Library Branches, masks will be available at the Welcome Desk upon arrival for free of charge to anyone who may need one.
DES MOINES, IOWA (October 20, 2020) — Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate is encouraging Iowans to help raise awareness about domestic violence by participating in ‘Purple Thursday’ on October 22. Purple Thursday is an annual event where people across the country wear purple in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Domestic violence touches all types of communities across the state.
DES MOINES, IOWA (October 19, 2020) — Governor Kim Reynolds announced the awardees of the Coronavirus Relief Fund Registered Apprenticeship Expansion grants and encouraged new applicants for the Coronavirus Relief Fund Earn and Learn Grant. The Registered Apprenticeship Expansion grants were awarded to 72 projects totaling $6,626,852.
DES MOINES, IOWA (October 16, 2020) — Governor Reynolds signed a new proclamation continuing the Public Health Disaster Emergency for another thirty days.
JOHNSTON, IOWA (October 14, 2020) — Join Iowa PBS virtually on Tuesday, November 10 at 7PM for a VIP Watch Party featuring Great Performances: Fiddler: Miracle of Miracles.
DES MOINES, IOWA (October 12, 2020) — The Office of Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds is reminding Iowans participating in the fall harvest that Gov Reynolds has already suspended the weight limits for transportation of agricultural supplies and commodities on state highways.
DES MOINES, IOWA (October 9, 2020) — Governor Kim Reynolds has extended a disaster proclamation for counties impacted by the August 10 derecho until November 8, 2020.
DES MOINES, IOWA (October 9, 2020) — Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds and the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) have announced the launch of the new Residential Utility Disruption Prevention Program.
JOHNSTON, IOWA (October 6, 2020) — It's possible fall activities and holidays like Halloween may look a little different for your family this year, or maybe you're just looking for some fun ideas to add to the mix! Join Iowa PBS virtually on Saturday, October 24, 10AM, for our PBS KIDS Halloween Party.
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