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What we're reading: Glass
Review of 'Glass' by Kathryn LaskyAlthough this book has "A Cinderella Tale" printed on the cover, it really didn't have that much in common with the classic. There was, of course, the ubiquitous glas... Upper Iowa University announces 2024 Summer Dean's List
Upper Iowa University is proud to announce the Dean’s List for 2024 summer sessions.To be honored, a student must have earned a minimum 3.50 grade point average for the semester and be enrolled as a...
Over 400 Des Moines University Students Receive Their First White Coat
On, Friday, September 13, local students were among 438 Des Moines University (DMU) Medicine and Health Sciences future health-care professionals from five programs to receive their white coat during ... The University of Dubuque Announces Summer 2024 Graduates
The University of Dubuque is excited to celebrate the academic accomplishments of undergraduate, graduate, and seminary students who graduated this summer. From Benton County:Atkins, Abbie ...
Mount Mercy University congratulates August 2024 graduates
The following students graduated from Mount Mercy University in August. Atkins, IA Rachel Maschino, Bachelor of ScienceNorway, IA Toshia Stark, Master of Business AdministrationShellsbu...
When is the library open again and what other services do they offer?
It's funny how sometimes we live in a community so long, that we forget al that it has to offer. On the other hand, maybe we're new so we don't know little details like all of the benefits our library...
Hawkeye Community College Announces Summer 2024 Graduates
The following are Hawkeye Community College summer graduates and their programs of study. Graduates are listed in alphabetical order by city and state.ABBREVIATION KEY:AA Associate of ArtsAAA Associat...
What We're Reading: Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine
I might have a soft spot for damaged characters, it seems. I love character studies of women dealing with family trauma, crippling loneliness, and seemingly irredeemable character flaws. 'Eleanor Olip... What We're Reading: The Giver of Stars
We just finished discussing our latest Staff Book Club pick, 'The Giver of Stars' by Jojo Moyes. Set in 1930's America, this novel tells the story of several members of the Packhorse Librarians of Ken... Iowa Families Can Now Register for a Chance to Win $1,000 Scholarships
Program Also Provides Education on College Financing and PlanningIowa high school and college students, as well as their parents or guardians, have a chance at one of 45 scholarship awards deposited i...