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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...
Order trees from the State Forestry Nursery Online!
The State Forest Nursery online store opens today for fall 2024 and spring 2025 seedling orders.Tree varieties include 23 species of native hardwoods, eight evergreen species and 15 smaller ...
What we're reading: The Horse
This weekend I read Willy Vlautin's latest novel 'The Horse.' It is a sorrowful yet inspiring homage to the pain that often precedes truly great song lyrics. It appeals to me as both a reader and a mu... Understanding total college cost
Adam VoigtsIowa Student Loan Liquidity Corporation board memberAs a new school year begins, you and your middle or high school student might be thinking about what happens after high school. Before em...
What we're reading: Ice Breaker
Anastasia Allen is a fierce, dedicated, and competitive figure skater at UCMH, determined to make it into the Olympics. Every day, every meal, every practice session, is carefully planned with precisi...