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La James’ International College, in partnership with Iowa Central Community College, offers students an A.A.S. Degree that Empowers the Next Generation of Beauty Professionals
The News Front
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June 25, 2025
Johnston, Iowa – In a beauty industry where creativity meets entrepreneurship, La James International College (LJIC) is proud to spotlight the exclusive Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) Degree in Health and Beauty Management, a unique program...
Upcoming learning opportunity for Iowa schools to focus on high-quality mathematics instruction
Iowa Department Of Education
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June 25, 2025
Iowa schools can now register to attend an upcoming professional learning opportunity focused on the goals of House File 784, which prioritizes high-quality instruction in early numeracy. The Build Math Minds – The Flexibility Formula learning...
Annual awards celebrate healthy local foods in Iowa schools and early care
Iowa Department Of Education
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June 25, 2025
The 2025 Golden Root Award winners were recognized at the inaugural Farm & Food Celebration in Grinnell earlier this month. Sponsored by the Iowa Farm to School and Early Care Coalition, the Golden Root Awards honor Iowa schools, early care...
Goodguys Rod & Custom Rolls into Iowa for the 34th Speedway Motors Heartland Nationals
EIN Presswire
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June 24, 2025
Thousands of hot rodders from across the country will gather in Des Moines on 4th of July Weekend for Goodguys “can’t miss” Mid-Summer Classic event, July 4 - 6 FORT WORTH, TX, UNITED STATES, June 24, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Goodguys Rod &...
TopLine Financial Credit Union Partners With The Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines to Award $40,000 to Community Non-Profit Partners
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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June 17, 2025
Member Impact Fund Grant Program Supports Affordable Housing and Community Development MAPLE GROVE, Minn., June 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TopLine Financial Credit Union, a Twin Cities-based member-owned financial services cooperative, in...
Iowa’s Unemployment Rate Rises Slightly to 3.6 Percent
Iowa Workforce Development
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June 19, 2025
Iowa Workforce Development Communications For Immediate Release Date: June 19, 2025 Contact: Jesse Dougherty Telephone: 515-725-5487 Email: communications@iwd.iowa.gov Printer Friendly Version (PDF) Labor Force Participation Rate Increases to 67.3...
The State of Iowa Conducts Online Surplus Sale with GovDeals
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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June 19, 2025
DES MOINES, Iowa, June 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The State of Iowa is currently conducting a series of online surplus auctions for 200 travel trailers for 2023, 2024 and 2025 model years. The auctions are being hosted on GovDeals, the leading...
WNC & Associates and Commonwealth Development Corporation of America Launch Affordable Living Project in Charles City, Iowa
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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June 18, 2025
CHARLES CITY, Iowa, June 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WNC & Associates (WNC), a family-owned business known as both a pioneer and leader in the affordable housing industry, and Commonwealth Development Corporation of America, have begun...
BEST STEMposium fosters collaboration and innovation among Iowa STEM educators
Iowa Department Of Education
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June 18, 2025
Last week, STEM educators and administrators from across the state converged in central Iowa for the fourth annual BEST STEMposium. This event, held every June, allows K-12 STEM BEST Program models to network and explore new ideas to expand and...
June 13, 2025 - Attorney General Miyares Leads Coalition of 52 AGs to Protect Veterans’ Education Benefits
Attorney General of Virginia
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June 13, 2025
Commonwealth of Virginia Office of the Attorney General Jason S. Miyares Attorney General 202 North 9th Street Richmond, Virginia 23219 804-786-2071 FAX 804-786-1991 Virginia Relay Service 800-828-1120 For media inquiries only, contact: Chloe...
Hands-on activities spotlight healthy local foods on Iowa Kids Garden Day
Iowa Department Of Education
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June 10, 2025
The first annual Iowa Kids Garden Day was a smash hit last month as several Iowa schools and early childhood centers registered to offer fun, dirt-filled activities celebrating healthy local foods. Sponsored by the Iowa Farm to School and Early...
FeatherStone at Hickory Hill Adds Independent Living, Expanding Continuum of Care
EIN Presswire
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June 27, 2025
IOWA CITY, IA, UNITED STATES, June 27, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- FeatherStone at Hickory Hill is proud to announce the addition of Independent Living residences, further strengthening its full continuum of care and reaffirming its mission to...
Attorney General Bird Celebrates U.S. Supreme Court Ruling in Birthright Citizenship Cases
State of Iowa Office of the Attorney General
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June 27, 2025
DES MOINES— Attorney General Brenna Bird celebrated the monumental win for President Trump at the U.S. Supreme Court that allows his executive order on birthright citizenship to take effect. President Trump issued an executive order on his first...
Bud & Mary’s Expands Sleep Relief Options for Iowa Medical Cannabis Patients with Launch of NUO Sleep Tablets
EIN Presswire
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June 5, 2025
Medical Cannabis Sleep Solution is Formulated with Minor Cannabinoids and Backed by Research DES MOINES, IA, UNITED STATES, June 5, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- DES MOINES, Iowa (June 5, 2025) — Iowa medical cannabis patients can now access Bud &...
Out-of-school time programs positively impact students in Iowa communities
Iowa Department Of Education
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June 4, 2025
Even though summer break has officially arrived, it doesn’t mean that things are slowing down at Clinton Community School District. Their out-of-school time services, better known as the Student Adventure Program, are ready for a busy summertime...
Attorney General Bird Leads 16 States in Opposing Harvard’s Antisemitic Actions
State of Iowa Office of the Attorney General
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June 24, 2025
DES MOINES— Attorney General Brenna Bird today led a 16-state coalition supporting President Trump’s efforts to hold Harvard accountable for its antisemitic and discriminatory conduct. When Harvard’s own Presidential Task Force on Combating...
What a wonderful year, Ann Mincks!
Iowa Department Of Education
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June 26, 2025
After a whirlwind year of service, filled with new connections, personal growth and a lot of travel, Iowa’s 2024 Teacher of the Year Ann Mincks is wrapping up her final days this month as the state’s education ambassador. “It’s hard to put into...
Black Hills Corp. Releases 2024 Corporate Sustainability Report Highlighting Progress on Climate Goals and Innovation
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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June 26, 2025
RAPID CITY, S.D., June 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Black Hills Corp. (NYSE: BKH) today announced the release of its 2024 Corporate Sustainability Report, showcasing the company’s continued commitment to a resilient energy future through safe,...
COOL training primes student officers for a successful 2025-26 school year
Iowa Department Of Education
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June 24, 2025
State officer teams from Iowa's career and technical student organizations (CTSO) laid the foundation for the upcoming school year with a full day of leadership training provided by the Iowa Department of Education at the Grimes State Office...
Automotive A/C Inspection Tips from Griffin Muffler & Brake Center LLC Featured in HelloNation
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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June 27, 2025
FORT MADISON, Iowa, June 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- How can drivers keep their car air conditioning running smoothly and avoid unexpected breakdowns during the hottest months? That’s the question addressed in a detailed article published by...