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What we're reading: Husbands
I recently finished the hilarious debut novel 'Husbands' by British author and game designer Holly Gramazio. In this story, Lauren wakes up after a late night out with her best friend and is shocked t... Keep Iowa Beautiful Opens 2025 Scholarship Applications
These annual scholarships honor important figures in Keep Iowa Beautiful history who have made significant contributions to Iowa communities. * The Byers Scholarship - High school senio...
What we're reading: My Sister's Keeper
Earlier in the year, Kelly asked what book has been on my TBR list but haven't read it yet. Well, you are probably like me and have LOTS of books on your list, but 'My Sister's Keeper' by Jodi Picoult... Prepare to File Your Application for College Financial Aid
Rob DensonIowa Student Loan Liquidity Corporation board memberFamilies who will have students in college for the 2025-2026 school year should take the first step in the financial aid process now.The F...
ISL Guest Column: 3 Reasons to Choose a Career Before Choosing a College
Scott SchneidermannIowa Student Loan Liquidity Corporation board memberNovember 19, 2024 - The traditional idea of a young adult going off to residential college to explore academics and choose a care...
The History Center named 2024 People’s Choice Site of the Year
The History Center in Cedar Rapids has been named the Silos & Smokestacks 2024 “People’s Choice Site of the Year.” The Scenic City Empress Boat Club in Iowa Falls and the African American Museum...
All the Details you need to know about the Library
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What We're Reading: Into the Uncut Grass
"Into the Uncut Grass" by Trevor Noah:This beautifully illustrated book by Trevor Noah brings out the playfulness we sometimes forget as adults. It is an easy and quick read with a friendly reminder t... What We're Reading: The Only Survivors
I recently read 'The Only Survivors' by Megan Miranda and it was a big miss for me. This book had a lot of potential with its large cast of characters to have more but it wasn't giving it. The book st... What We're Reading: Cabin 23 The Boo Hag Flex
All right, all of you readers out there, I've got something special this time! I just discovered a brand-new book, the first in a series, and I think you're going to love it. It is the perfect time of...