GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN (June 25, 2026) — Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative members are encouraged by Senate Ag Chairman John Boozman’s (R-AR) release of the Agricultural Act of 2026, a discussion draft for the Senate version of the farm bill. This action begins the work needed by the Senate to advance a farm bill before the end of the current Congressional session. The House passed their version in April.

DES MOINES, IOWA (June 25, 2026) — Governor Kim Reynolds has announced that she has appointed Patrick Tomka as Chief Operating Officer of the Office of the Governor.

Tomka has served as the governor's Senior Tax and Economic Policy Advisor since October 2021 and was instrumental in developing legislation for the governor’s income, unemployment and property tax reform packages in recent years.

He will retain his current policy responsibilities while in his new role.

DUBUQUE, IOWA (June 25, 2026) — Explore Dubuque’s dynamic higher education landscape during the sixth annual Dubuque College Visit Week held Monday, August 3, 2026, through Friday, August 7, 2026.

Clarke University, Emmaus University, Loras College, Northeast Iowa Community College, and the University of Dubuque (UD) are once again partnering to offer prospective students in-person campus visits to witness firsthand the transformative educational opportunities available in Dubuque.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (June 25, 2026) — Cancer Support Community Iowa and NW Illinois invites families to take a Stay-Cation at Gilda’s Club Davenport! Spend a morning as a family, enjoying brunch, taking a ukulele lesson, and taking pictures with characters visiting from University of Iowa’s Moment of Magic on July 11, 10AM-12PM, at 1351 West Central Park Ave, Suite 200, Davenport.

Who says you need a plane ticket to have a blast? Join us for a morning of free, family friendly fun!

CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA (June 25, 2026) — The Iowa Conservative Energy Forum welcomed more than 130 policymakers, industry leaders, business representatives, and stakeholders from across the state on Wednesday for its biennial Energy Dialogue, bringing together a diverse group to discuss the future of Iowa’s power landscape.

DMU students inducted into the Sigma Sigma Phi Honorary Service Fraternity

DAVENPORT, IOWA (June 24, 2026) — Davenport Parks and Recreation is creating a unique place for young people to spend their summer making new friends and getting more involved in their community.

Camp VIBE is designed specifically for students between twelve and fifteen years old who have aged out of many traditional summer recreation programs. Camp VIBE meets four days a week, Monday-Thursday, at Roosevelt Community Center.

ROCK FALLS, ILLINOIS (June 24, 2026) — As part of the ongoing America 250 celebration, Rock Falls Tourism invites residents and visitors to continue honoring our nation's 250th anniversary with an evening of food, entertainment, and fireworks on Thursday, July 2, at the RB&W District Park in downtown Rock Falls.

TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA (June 24, 2026) — Clarissa Balk of Davenport, Iowa (52803), has received the following degree(s) from The University of Alabama: Bachelor of Science.

William Urban, right, is presented with a copy of Urbanfest, a book published in his honor, by co-editors Jeff Rankin (left) and Thomas Sienkewicz (center)

MONMOUTH, ILLINOIS (June 24, 2026) — A collection of scholarly writings honoring longtime Monmouth College professor William L Urban has been published following more than two years of planning, writing and editing.

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