By Michaela Ramm Courtesy of The Gazette When founding Eastern Iowa Community Bond Project last year, officials considered another immigration raid in Iowa always was a possibility. The impact of the Postville raid in 2008,Continue reading…
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The Renew Resale Shop in Des Moines helps foster self-reliance and self-esteem
Resale shops can be a place where customers find small treasures or they can be dusty, smelly stores full of stained, ripped or otherwise unusable things priced as much as new. The Renew ResaleContinue reading…
Forever changed, Postville remembers -Service marks 10 years since massive immigration raid
By Alison Gowans Courtesy of The Gazette POSTVILLE — The sanctuary at St. Bridget Catholic Church in Postville was overflowing Friday May 11 as community members and faith groups gathered to mark the 10thContinue reading…
Colby Covington captures UFC interim welterweight title at UFC 225
Colby Covington (14-1) said he was going to make the UFC welterweight division great again in his fight against former UFC lightweight champion, Rafael Dos Anjos last Saturday night at UFC 225. This obviously drewContinue reading…
Fight of the Year contender comes out of UFC 225 this past Saturday night in Chicago
You would expect nothing less than perfection when watching a sporting event in the house that Michael Jordan built, and that’s pretty much what a sold out crowd got this past Saturday at UFC 225:Continue reading…
Hoops 4 Hope is creating a safe and positive space for kids to hang out
United We Ball and the East Moline Police Department are pleased to present the 3rd annual Hoops 4 Hope! The event will be held on June 13th at 4 pm down at Hereford Park.Continue reading…
The UFC brings card of the year to Chicago’s United Center as UFC 225 goes down tomorrow night on Pay-Per-View
Well, the biggest card of the year so far was bound to have something happen to it during fight week. And what was most likely to happen did as Yoel Romero (13-2) failed to makeContinue reading…
Suicide Rates Up Nationally, Iowa Ranks 31 in U.S.
A Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Vital Signs report released yesterday finds suicide rates in the U.S. have risen nearly 30 percent since 1999 and mental health conditions are one of several factors contributingContinue reading…
Naperville native, Curtis Blaydes fights on hometown Chicago card at UFC 225 this Saturday night
Ask and you shall receive. We all know that isn’t always the case when making requests in the UFC. But for #4 ranked heavyweight and Naperville native Curtis Blaydes (9-1), his wish of fighting inContinue reading…
Perez brothers spent a lifetime on Sylvan
By Jack Cullen Courtesy of the QC Times His smile said it all. With his family’s help, Jesse Perez, 93, traveled by wheelchair across the new bridge to Sylvan Island for the first timeContinue reading…
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Mercado on Fifth returns this Friday June 1
Even though Mercado on Fifth started operating just two years ago, it is quickly becoming a favorite spot to be on Fridays for many residents of the Quad Cities. This year Mercado on FifthContinue reading…
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BREAKING NEWS! Nate Boulton drops out of Governor’s race
“Today, I am suspending my campaign for governor” Nate Boulton released the following statement after allegations of sexual misconduct in a social setting came to light. Dear friends and supporters, Today,Continue reading…
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Entrevista Exclusiva con Lupe Esparza del grupo Bronco que se presentaran en Tama, IA este sábado 19 de Mayo
Hola Iowa: Antes que nada muchas gracias por hacer el tiempo de platicar con nosotros el día de hoy Lupe, esta es la tercera vez que tengo el honor de platicar con usted. Dígame DonContinue reading…
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Announcing the First Annual Latino Voices Together Gala
Reception will feature largest gathering of Latino elected officials in Iowa history Des Moines, IA- Today the Latino Political Network (LPN) announced its First Annual Latino Voices Together Gala on Saturday, May 19. LPNContinue reading…
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The Latina Leadership Initiative is building the leaders for the future
In the past the belief has always been that leaders are natural born, but lately the Behavioral Theories tell that it is not true. The new belief is that leaders are made through the processContinue reading…
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“Struggle Beyond the Decade” one man’s commitment in finding real solutions for veterans struggling with PTSD
He is telling stories from behind his camera. He is hoping that his documentary called, “Struggle Beyond the Decade” will educate and even lead to real solutions for veterans struggling with PTSD. According toContinue reading…
Living the Zumba life in Iowa
Dance to your heart’s content to the sounds of cheerful music while exercising and getting healthier? Check! Getting instructions from licensed Zumba Educational Specialist? Check! Fun and safe environment, where everyone feels welcomed? Check! ThanksContinue reading…
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Danis Delivers at Bellator 198
All eyes were on grappling ground wizard and Conor McGregor teammate Dillon Danis (1-0) as he made his MMA debut at Bellator 198: Fedor vs. Mir last Saturday night in Rosemont, IL. And taking aContinue reading…
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QUAD CITIES BIG TABLE: Bringing communities together
By Rebecca David Courtesy of KWQC Saturday April 21 marked the final day of the Quad Cities Big Table. For two days community members from all walks of life have been gathering across theContinue reading…
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Tenth anniversary of Postville, Iowa immigration raid planned
Public Invited to Remember and Recommit to Significant Action POSTVILLE, Iowa – On Friday, May 11, 2018, the tenth anniversary of the Postville, Iowa, Immigration Raid will be observed in Postville. It will beContinue reading…
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Mental Health Awareness and the Latino Community
The month of May is Mental Health Awareness month “Latinos are no different when it comes to prevalence of mental health conditions when compared to the rest of the population. However, your concernsContinue reading…
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Guadalupe Chavez of Davenport – An Outstanding Student at the UI College of Pharmacy
First year PharmD student Guadalupe Chavez has known she’s wanted a rewarding career since high school. After several volunteer experiences and exploring options throughout high school, she discovered how many opportunities there are withContinue reading…
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The Real Meaning of Cinco de Mayo
Emperor Napoleon III commanded one of the world’s strongest armies. The goal of Napoleon III and his army was to expand his French empire, make it stronger, and have a solid government set inContinue reading…
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Latino Club prepares College Night at Sterling High School
This school year coming to an end and many High School seniors are thinking about college. It easy to say, “go to college,” but sometimes both parents and the students are not sure whatContinue reading…
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Shorinji Kempo concept of “spirit and body are not separable”
Martial arts are a lot more than just a skill to learn for self defense. It does not just teach you to break blocks with your hands. If you looking for more than justContinue reading…
A Night of Subs and Fedor Love at Bellator 198
!Viva Jiu-Jitsu! That’s what Bellator featherweight fighter Emmanuel Sanchez yelled after his win this past weekend at Bellator 198: Fedor vs. Mir. A packed Allstate Arena in Rosemont, IL were treated to a submission clinicContinue reading…
