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Iowa Department of Education releases new school performance ratings
Using the same high expectations as last year, nearly 56% of 1,276 total schools performed in the top three performance categories in 2024-25 and more than 41% moved up one or more rating categories from last year The Iowa Department of Education...

Iowa high schoolers can explore AI through a free “AI bootcamp”
In partnership with the Governor's STEM Advisory Council at the Iowa Department of Education, The Mark Cuban Foundation and Cortevea Agriscience are hosting a free AI Boot Camp for high school students. This camp is designed to introduce...

Attorney General Bird Backs Trump’s Action in Portland and Chicago with Emergency Briefs
DES MOINES—Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird was joined by 19 other attorneys general today as she filed emergency briefs supporting President Trump’s deployment of National Guard troops to Portland, and by 17 other attorneys general supporting...

Secretary Naig Urges Iowans to Prioritize Safety, Mental Health this Harvest Season
National Farm Safety and Health Week is September 21-27 DES MOINES, Iowa (Sept. 22, 2025) – With the busy harvest season commencing across the state, Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig is urging Iowans to keep safety top of mind in the field,...

Planting Seeds, Growing a Nation: GEAR UP Iowa joins in National GEAR UP Week
GEAR UP Iowa is excited to celebrate National GEAR UP Week Sept. 22-26 as thousands of students, parents, teachers and college access professionals recognize GEAR UP and its success in removing barriers to postsecondary education and providing...

Full-year Iowa history course materials available online
Iowa schools can now access free materials designed for a full-year history course. The Iowa e-Learning Central Iowa History course targets grades 9-12 and features content from the State Historical Society of Iowa and other sources. Sponsored by...

HBT Financial, Inc. to Announce Third Quarter 2025 Financial Results on October 20, 2025
BLOOMINGTON, Ill., Oct. 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HBT Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ: HBT) (the “Company” or “HBT Financial”), the holding company for Heartland Bank and Trust Company, today announced that it will issue its third quarter 2025...

September 16, 2025 - Attorney General Miyares Leads Multistate Effort Defending Religious Liberty
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: Shaun...

MBI-Works Funding Opportunity to Grow Iowa's Construction Careers Now Open
Construction remains one of the key areas within Iowa's workforce, and helping young Iowans attain early exposure helps to grow these promising careers. The MBI-WORKS fund, a project with Master Builders of Iowa (MBI), is seeking proposals from...

Significant increase in the number of Iowa high school students achieving work-based learning experiences
The percent of students who achieved at least one work-based learning experience while in high school reached 45% for seniors in the class of 2025, up nearly 20 percentage points with an over 76% rate of increase in the last two years The Iowa...

Attorney General Knudsen leads 20-state coalition in support of President Trump’s response to violent rioters in Oregon
HELENA – Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen led a 20-state coalition in supporting President Trump’s deployment of National Guard members to defend Portland against violent protests and support law enforcement in deporting illegal immigrants....

Joe Strazzeri Esq. Announces the Release of his new Non-Fiction book, Motive
Meet the Invisible Guest in your wealth-biased relationships DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, October 10, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- About the Book Non-Fiction Date Published: October 10, 2025 Publisher: Serapis Bey Publishing Successful families and...


The Integration Group CEO Celebrates Linda McCahill for Earning Esteemed Women in Supply Chain Award
TIG CEO honors Linda McCahill for earning the Women in Supply Chain Award, recognizing her leadership in culture, growth, and team integration. MARSHALLTOWN, IA, UNITED STATES, October 7, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Integration Group (TIG) is...

Black Hills Corp. Schedules 2025 Third-Quarter Earnings Release and Conference Call
RAPID CITY, S.D., Oct. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Black Hills Corp. (NYSE: BKH) will announce its 2025 third-quarter earnings after the market closes Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025, and will host a live conference call and webcast at 11 a.m. EST on...

La’ James International College Introduces Meevo Booking System to Enhance Student Training and Client Experience
Johnston, Iowa – La’ James International College (LJIC), a leader in cosmetology and health & beauty education, is proud to announce the implementation of Meevo, an innovative salon and spa booking system designed to streamline scheduling and...

American Rebel Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: AREB) to Showcase America’s Patriotic Beer - American Rebel Light at the Annual 2025 National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada
Hall of Famer Driver Tony Stewart to Join American Rebel Light Beer Team October 13–14 for Distributor Engagement and American Rebel Brand Activation at Booth 620 NHRA Top Fuel Driver and TSR Nitro Owner to Represent American Rebel Light Beer in...

Edible Garden to Feature First-to-Market USDA Organic Hydroponic Basil at the 2025 Global Produce & Floral Show, October 16–18, 2025, at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California
BELVIDERE, NJ, Oct. 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Edible Garden AG Incorporated (“Edible Garden” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: EDBL, EDBLW), a leader in controlled environment agriculture (CEA), locally grown, organic, sustainable produce and...

Influential Women Profiles Ann Ehler’s Commitment to Excellence and Innovation in Pharma Sales
OCALA, FL, UNITED STATES, October 8, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Leveraging Expertise, Mentorship, and Tenacity to Empower Teams and Drive Results Ann Ehler is featured in the 2025 Influential Women series, recognized for her accomplishments as a...

QCR Holdings, Inc. to Report Third Quarter 2025 Financial Results
MOLINE, Ill., Oct. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- QCR Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: QCRH) (“QCRH” or the “Company”) announced today that its third quarter ended September 30, 2025, financial results will be released after the market closes on Wednesday,...