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Cedar Rapids Gazette

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University of Iowa drops plans for new cancer center

IOWA CITY — Two years after the Board of Regents gave the go-ahead to build a new state-of-the-art cancer research facility , the University of Iowa has changed course and instead is pursuing a smaller-scale project to build out shelled space for cancer research in its new College of Pharmacy Building. “Because of projected budget constraints, the standalone building is not advancing at this time,” UI officials said in new board documents seeking approval for the pared-down proposal. “The university is instead evaluating opportunities to provide cancer-focused and other research space within existing facilities across the health sciences campus.” Specifically, the university wants to spend $13 million building out unfinished space on the sixth floor of the new College of Pharmacy Building — which opened in 2020 — for “cancer-focused research programs” in the form of “flexible laboratories, shared support spaces, research equipment, and collaboration areas.” New Board of Regents documents report nearly 70% of that $13 million price tag — or about $9 million — will come from interest earned on an endowment created through the university’s 2020 public-private partnership for the operation of its utility system. That is triple the amount of P3 funding UI officials said the

Iowa City, IA · 23h

Iowa City Press-Citizen

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Iowa Regents to choose new leader for UI center after rocky start

The Iowa Board of Regents will interview and decide on the next permanent director for the University of Iowa's Center for Intellectual Freedom at its next board meeting. During a meeting of the center's advisory council on Friday, Nov. 6, the council voted forward two candidates for the Regents to consider at their Wednesday, Nov. 11, meeting in Ames. The council did not release the candidates' names. The candidates will have closed-session interviews with the regents before the regents announce and vote on the pick during Wednesday's meeting. More: Nebraska Omaha professor rejects Center for Intellectual Freedom offer The Center for Intellectual Freedom was created in 2025 to address what Republican lawmakers said was a hostile environment for conservatives in higher education. It aims to promote intellectual diversity and the free exchange of ideas. It soon will be charged with offering civics courses to all University of Iowa students. The new search comes after the regents offered the job to University of Nebraska at Omaha political science professor Carson Holloway. He declined the position on Tuesday, Nov. 3, to take one at the University of Florida at Gainesville. The process comes as the center is without a director after interim

Iowa City, IA · 2d

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Moline High School Science Teacher Nominated By Students For Being A “Great Role Model”

As the kids keep working hard this semester, we're still going out this semester for our surprises with Ultimate Chocolates to highlight and reward a deserving Quad Cities teacher. It's now time to announce this week's B100 & Ultimate Chocolate's QC Teacher of the Week!. Congrats to Michael Brees, Science...

Moline, IL · 2d
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Local 4 WHBF

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UTHS Head Coach Nick Welch breaks down Quincy matchup

UTHS Head Coach Nick Welch talked about their upcoming playoff opponent the Quincy Blue Devils.

Davenport, IA · 2d

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Wings Academy celebrates grand opening with ribbon-cutting ceremony

KEWANEE, Ill. — Educators, community leaders, elected officials and supporters gathered Wednesday, Nov. 4, to celebrate the official opening of Wings Academy during a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the new school. Among those attending were Illinois State Rep. Travis Weaver, Kewanee Mayor Gary Moore, members of the Kewanee Veterans Council,...

Kewanee, IL · 3d

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La Moille HS Will Deactivate; Waltham Addition Proposal Turned Down Again

Following Tuesday's results, one school district knows what it must do; while another is left wondering what to do?. In Bureau County, voters said “yes” to deactivating the La Moille High School by a three hundred vote margin. La Moille High School students will either now go to Amboy, Hall or Mendota starting in late summer 2027. The district's seventh and eighth graders will then occupy the high school building. Current enrollment at La Moille High School is around 42 students.

La Moille, IL · 5d

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Fulton edges Newman 28-24 advancing to the State Quarterfinals

FULTON, Ill (KWQC) - Fulton edges out Newman in a thriller winning 28-24 to advance to the State Quarterfinals for the first time since 2022. Watch the highlights and hear from Fulton Head Coach Patrick Lower, and players Blaze Damhoff and Easton Spooner.

Fulton, IL · 1d

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Wethersfield highlights National Honor Society service projects

***Madalyn Vershca is a participant of The Kewanee Voice Student Journalism Program, funded by the Harry Anderson Memorial Trust. The Wethersfield High School National Honor Society recently resumed its annual service projects, with members participating in activities that support organizations and residents throughout the community. Each NHS member is required...

Kewanee, IL · 2d

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Illinois Farm Bureau Collegiate Discussion Meet Winner and Place Holders

BLOOMINGTON, Ill. — Sidney Stiers, of Williamsfield, took first place in Illinois Farm Bureau’s Collegiate Discussion Meet, held on Oct. 30. Stiers, a sophomore at the University of Illinois, is a member of the Knox County Farm Bureau and the University of Illinois Collegiate Farm Bureau chapter. She will go on to represent Illinois in the national Collegiate Discussion Meet at the American Farm Bureau Federation’s Young Farmers and Ranchers Conference March 12-15, 2027, in New Orleans.

Illinois · 2d

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Moline High School Science Teacher Nominated By Students For Being A "Great Role Model"

Congrats to Mr. Brees, Science teacher at Moline High School in Moline on being a QC Teacher of the Week for the 2026 Fall semester.

Moline, IL · 2d

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S.H.S. introduces student athlete advisory

Sterling High School athletic director Evan Wyllie recently started a new group called student athlete advisory, where student athletes who are known for their leadership skills, hardworking ethic, and outstanding performances in their individual sports meet with the idea of guiding improvements for S.H.S. student athletes. To form the group,...

Sterling, IL · 4d

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Midland school district official audited for a decade of improper purchases

WYOMING, Iowa (KCRG) - A former School Business Official at the Midland Community School District is alleged to have processed $143,000 of potentially improper purchases and payments. That’s according to a new report released Wednesday from the Iowa Auditor’s Office. It accuses Megan Frankfurt of making nearly $9,000...

Wyoming, IA · 4d

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Illinois Farm Bureau Collegiate Discussion Meet Winner and Place Holders

BLOOMINGTON, Ill. — Sidney Stiers, of Williamsfield, took first place in Illinois Farm Bureau’s Collegiate Discussion Meet, held on Oct. 30. Stiers, a sophomore at the University of Illinois, is a member of the Knox County Farm Bureau and the University of Illinois Collegiate Farm Bureau chapter. She will go on to represent Illinois in the national Collegiate Discussion Meet at the American Farm Bureau Federation’s Young Farmers and Ranchers Conference March 12-15, 2027, in New Orleans.

Bloomington, IL · 2d

Local 4 WHBF

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Fulton football preps for Sterling Newman showdown

The Fulton Steamers are firing on all cylinders right now. They are on a 4-game win streak, and they’ve outscored opponents 131 to 37 in the first two games of the playoffs. “You can see us kind of learning on the run, and it’s exciting to see these guys take shape,” said Patrick Lower, Fulton […]

Fulton, IL · 3d

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Wilson Middle School celebrates opening of new adaptive playground

MOLINE, Ill. (KWQC) - Woodrow Wilson Middle School opened a new adaptive playground Friday. School officials say the space is designed to foster inclusive learning, recreation and social connection. The space includes an adaptive playground, a patio and picnic tables. It will provide for varied sensory and physical needs of...

Moline, IL · 2d

Local 4 WHBF

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UTHS Football to face 8-3 Quincy on November 7

The 7-4 United Township Panthers are gearing up for their playoff game against 8-3 Quincy on November 7.

Davenport, IA · 3d

Local 4 WHBF

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QCSportsNet playoff football preview: United Township

QCSportsNet’s play-by-play voices Joe Winkel and Grant Dahlstrom provide your breakdown of United Township before the third weekend of the Illinois high school football playoffs. Watch the video above to get ready for this week, then tune in here on Saturday for live play-by-play of all the action on QCSportsNet, followed by recaps online and […]

Davenport, IA · 2d

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Restroom rules: the implementation of new restrictions

This year, Liberty has pushed to tighten bathroom regulations. While the administration argues these rules protect instructional time and promote hallway safety, students object, saying that they do more harm than good. The main rules at Liberty regarding restrooms include the number of bathroom trips allowed per student, the duration...

North Liberty, IA · 4d

Iowa City Press-Citizen

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Predicting Iowa high school football playoffs games, IHSAA quarterfinal

The Iowa high school football playoff picture has narrowed to the final eight teams in each class as teams get set for the state quarterfinals . After the Round-of-16, just three Iowa City-area teams remain alive and will now battle for a spot in next week's state semifinal. Last week, Iowa City Liberty went to Indianola and came away with a 28-14 win behind another strong offensive performance. Solon took down Fairfield at home as Maddox Kelley proved again he's hard to slow down. And Regina, which plays its best at home, took care of Sigourney Keota, 49-13. The Spartans and Regals get one last playoff game at home, and with a win, will travel to UNI-Dome. Meanwhile, Liberty will travel to Ankeny to try and pull off another upset and advance to the state semifinals. Here are the Iowa City Press-Citizen's predictions for the IHSAA quarterfinals . Iowa City Liberty vs. Ankeny The Hawks are coming off a near-upset to Waukee last Friday, but they pulled out a 43-37 win. They led 29-14 at halftime after a 22-point second quarter, but were outscored 23-14 in the second half. Ankeny quarterback Mason Machan threw three touchdown passes, and Devan Goode

Iowa City, IA · 5d