Archive for: March, 2020

Highcock Resigns from Soccer Post

William Penn University Athletics

Oskaloosa–William Penn Athletics Director Nik Rule has announced that Jaymee Highcock has resigned as Head Men’s and Women’s Soccer Coach. Highcock, who is leaving to pursue a position at another institution, has been at the helm of the best campaigns in Statesmen men’s soccer history. He headed the men for five season and the women […]

Hand Receives WBCA Honor

William Penn University Athletics

Atlanta, Ga.–The Women’s Basketball Coaches Association recently announced the WBCA Thirty Under 30 presented by Marriot Bonvoy and Morgan Stanley Global Sports and Entertainment honorees for the 2019-2020 season. William Penn Assistant Coach Brita Hand was selected as one of two NAIA coaches selected this year. This if the fifth year of the honor list, […]

Gov. Reynolds signs additional State Public Health Emergency Declaration, will hold press conference today

Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds listens to apprentices talk about their experiences in their apprenticeship program.

DES MOINES – Today, Gov. Reynolds issued an additional State Public Health Emergency Declaration effective immediately providing additional regulatory relief to Iowans impacted by this public health disaster. She will hold a press conference today at 2:00 p.m., details on that are forthcoming. The declaration relaxes a number of restrictions and regulations and provides relief […]

Iowa Insurance Division, SHIIP and SMP Available to Assist Iowans

State of Iowa Seal

Des Moines – The Iowa Insurance Division is reminding Iowans that staff and volunteers with the Iowa Insurance Division, the Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) and Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) are available to assist Iowans. Public access to the Iowa Insurance Division office may be limited effective Friday, March 20, 2020 and will remain […]

Emergency Proclamation Helps Farmers, Agribusinesses Meet Demand for Food and Supplies

Iowa Department of Agriculture

DES MOINES, Iowa (March 20, 2020) – Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig issued the following statement in response to the State Public Health Emergency Proclamation signed by Gov. Reynolds today. “Gov. Reynolds has shown tremendous leadership to our state during this challenging and evolving situation,” said Secretary Naig. “I appreciate her continued support of […]

ISU Extension Office Updates On Postponements

Iowa State University Extension

Due to COVID 19 the Vice President for ISU Extension and Outreach has extended the date for program and event cancellations to May 9th. We will need to cancel, postpone or meet virtually during this time. The horticulture events previously scheduled through May 9 are listed below and the status of them. Postponements will be […]

Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship’s Hemp Plan Approved by USDA

Iowa Department of Agriculture

Farmers can start applying for a hemp license on April 1 DES MOINES, Iowa (March 20, 2020) – Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig announced today that the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service has approved the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship’s hemp production program. The public hearing to solicit comments on the state plan […]

IOWA NATIONAL GUARD RESPONSE TO COVID-19

Iowa National Guard

Guard supports lead agencies, announces cancellations, closures The Iowa National Guard is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 by providing support to the State Emergency Operations Center, minimizing opportunities for community spread and implementing guidance to protect the health of its service members, civilian employees and families. Nine Iowa National Guard service […]

Judith A. Glancy

Judith A. Glancy June 24, 1941 – March 19, 2020 Fremont, Iowa | Age 78 Judith A. Glancy, 78, of Fremont, died Wednesday, March 19, 2020, while being cared for at the Hospice of Davis and Wapello Counties, Hospice House in Ottumwa. Judith was born June 24, 1941, in Kingston, Pennsylvania, the daughter of Harold […]

Holly’s Headlines // COVID-19 Update

Rep. Holly Brink (R-Oskaloosa) is seen here taking the oath of office in the Iowa House chamber as the 88th General Assembly. (submitted photo)

by Holly Brink Update from the House for District 80 Hello friends, It has certainly been an interesting week so far! Please read this newsletter to better understand the effects of the Coronavirus on the legislative session and how we will be moving forward. The latest update from the Governor is a declaration of a […]

                 

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