25 Jul 2022

Gov Kim Reynolds Issues Disaster Proclamation for Five Counties

By Alex Murphy

DES MOINES, IOWA (July 25, 2022) — Governor Kim Reynolds has issued a dis

25 Jul 2022

2022 Iowa State Fair Coverage on Iowa PBS

By Susan Ramsey

JOHNSON, IOWA (July 25, 2022) — August means it's time for the Iowa State Fair, and for fair coverage on Iowa PBS. This year's programming begins August 10 with a live broadcast of the 2022 Iowa State Fair Parade. On August 13, the network will livestream the 2022 Iowa State Fair Queen Coronation with highlights of the event airing August 14.

22 Jul 2022

Gov Kim Reynolds Issues Statement in Response to Shooting at Maquoketa Caves State Park

By Alex Murphy

DES MOINES, IOWA (July 22, 2022) — Governor Kim Reynolds released the following statement today in response to:

“I’m horrified by the shooting this morning at Maquoketa Caves State Park and devastated by the loss of three innocent lives. As we grieve this unimaginable tragedy, Kevin and I pray for the victims’ family members and the law enforcement officers who responded to the scene. We ask Iowans to do the same.”

21 Jul 2022

Iowa Attorney General Tom Miller: Legislation Can Help Prevent Fentanyl Overdoses

By Lynn Hicks

DES MOINES, IOWA (July 21, 2022) — Iowa Attorney General Tom Miller called on legislators to pass bills to prevent fentanyl-related deaths.

“We know that many of the overdose deaths are accidental, often because people are unaware they’ve ingested a dose of fentanyl,” AG Miller said. “We have tools available that could reduce these deaths, but we must first change Iowa’s laws.”

21 Jul 2022

Gov Kim Reynolds, IEDA Announce $4.65M in Second Round of Destination Iowa Funding for Quality of Life Tourism

By Alex Murphy

DES MOINES, IOWA (July 21, 2022) — Governor Kim Reynolds and the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) have announced $4.65 million in grant funding for the following three projects through Destination Iowa. The $100 million program, announced in April, invests in transformational attractions that will bolster the quality of life in Iowa communities, enhance tourism and attract new residents.

21 Jul 2022

Iowa Restaurant Association Seeking Nominations for Restaurateur, Chef, and Employee of the Year; Deadline August 26, 2022

By Emilee Zimmerman

DES MOINES, IOWA (July 21, 2022) — The Iowa Restaurant Association is seeking nominations for the state's top hospitality honors. The annual Celebrating Excellence Awards recognizes the Restauranteur, Chef, Employee, and Philanthropist of the year, along with awards for diversity, sustainability, and pursuit of the American Dream. The public is encouraged to nominate their favorites.

19 Jul 2022

The Heart of Downtown Davenport: Architectural Styles and Stories

By Brittany Peacock

DAVENPORT, IOWA (July 19, 2022) — The Davenport Public Library will be hosting a program about our beautiful and historic downtown Thursday, July 28, Main, 5PM. 

18 Jul 2022

Trees, Beautiful Trees! How to Identify Them

By Brittany Peacock

DAVENPORT, IOWA (July 18, 2022) — The Davenport Public Library will be providing a tree identification program on Tuesday, July 26, Fairmount, 2PM.

14 Jul 2022

Teen Anime Club at the Library

By Brittany Peacock

DAVENPORT, IOWA (July 14, 2022) — Join the Library in celebrating your love for Anime on Mondays in July at 6PM, Eastern.

Teens (ages 11-19) are invited to the Eastern Ave Library on Mondays in July to drink Boba Tea, make some paper crafts, play some video games, and debate the best and worst anime characters of all time. Registration required.

This program is hosted indoors and is subject to COVID-19 safety-protocol updates. Check back here or our Facebook page for updates.

12 Jul 2022

Gov Kim Reynolds and Officials Warn Iowans of Dangerous Fentanyl and Fake Pills

By Alex Murphy

DES MOINES, IOWA (July 12, 2022) — Governor Kim Reynolds has joined with state health and safety officials to warn Iowans about the growing threat of illicit fentanyl and counterfeit pills laced with fentanyl.

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