Ascentra’s Holiday Auto Loan Promotion Raises $30,525 for Salvation Army
Ascentra Credit Union’s rebranded holiday auto loan promotion raised a record $30,525 for local Salvation Army branches in the Quad Cities, Clinton and Muscatine communities as the credit union marked its 75th anniversary in 2025.The promotion, renamed Ride 75, ran from Oct. 1 through Dec. 31. Ascentra gave $75 in cash to borrowers and donated an additional $75 to a local charity for every qualifying new auto loan or refinance. Donations were directed to one of four Salvation Army regions based on each
Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors Announces 2026 Pre-Licensing Course Schedule
Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors, through its school, Midwest Educational Institute, announces its 2026 pre-licensing real estate course schedule. The courses are open to anyone interested in becoming licensed to sell real estate in Iowa. The program provides a comprehensive and supportive learning experience, backed by Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors. The school has offered required courses for licensure for over 25 years, adding its weeknight course in 2019.The 60-hour Iowa Pre-Licensing Course is offered four times throughout the
CCC 45th B-rrry Scurry Race Results
The 45th Clinton Community College B-rrry Scurry 4-Mile Run was held on Saturday, February 7 with sunshine and mild temps of 40 degrees. The 640 runners and walkers took to the course at noon for the event that raises funds for the Paul B. Sharar Foundation B-rrry Scurry scholarship program for Clinton Community College students. CCC is one of the Eastern Iowa Community Colleges. Runners and walkers ranged in age from almost 3 to 85. Winner of the female division was Elizabeth Pehl of Clinton, Iowa
Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors Celebrates a Strong 2025
Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors celebrated 2025 at their annual awards event on January 30th. Chris Beason, President, and Caroline Ruhl, CEO, honored 215 award winners for their 2025 achievements. Over 300 agents, staff, and affiliated business partners cheered on their co-workers during the celebration. “2025 was a reminder that this business isn’t always easy, but the people in this company continue to show up and do hard things the right way,” said Chris Beason, President of Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors, at the
MercyOne Clinton Foundation announces application dates for 2026 health care scholarships
MercyOne Clinton Foundation is accepting health care scholarship applications for the 2026-2027 academic year. The foundation offers scholarships ranging from $250 to $1,500 to people interested in pursuing a career in health care. Applications for the scholarships are available on the MercyOne Clinton website at mercyone.org/clinton/giving/scholarships. Applications are due by March 31, 2026. Scholarships include: MercyOne Auxiliary Scholarship is available to those pursuing a degree in a
CCC Bus Tour - The Local Colors of Character
The Clinton Community College Cultural Committee (C5) is collaborating with the Gateway History Club and City of Clinton to offer the next bus tour highlighting our community’s heritage. The upcoming “The Local Colors of Character” community bus tour will be held on February 24, 2026. Clinton Community College, located at 1000 Lincoln Boulevard in Clinton, is one of the Eastern Iowa Community Colleges. Rooted in the Underground Railroad, the “The Local Colors of Character” tour will show you these
Grow Clinton & DCDC to Host Saturday Legislative Coffees
Every legislative session, Grow Clinton and DeWitt Chamber & Development Corp host two Legislative Coffees on one Saturday every month. Grow Clinton’s coffee is hosted in Camanche and held at 9am. The coffee features a moderated discussion with the state elected officials: Representatives Tom Determann and Norlin Mommsen and Senator Mike Zimmer. The first coffee is on Saturday January 24 with the remaining being all Saturdays at 9am as well: February 28, March 14, and April 18. The coffees will be held at
Grow Clinton Partners with NewBoCo to Strengthen Entrepreneurial Development Services Across the Greater Clinton Region
Grow Clinton, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting business growth, building community, and advocating for the sustainable economic success of the Greater Clinton Region, has announced a partnership with the New Bohemian Innovation Collaborative, Inc. (NewBoCo), a 501(c)(3) organization headquartered in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Through this collaboration, Grow Clinton will expand and strengthen entrepreneurship, innovation, and technology-focused support services for local businesses, helping
Junior Achievement of the Heartland to Host Annual JA Bowl-A-Thon to Benefit Student Financial Liter
Junior Achievement of the Heartland is excited to roll out its annual JA Bowl-A-Thon, taking place in February and March 2026 at bowling alleys throughout its 24-county region. This high-energy fundraising event brings together local businesses, community members, and supporters for a great cause — helping young people build essential life and career skills. This year’s Bowl-A-Thon holds special significance, as JA of the Heartland celebrates its 70th anniversary of empowering students across eastern Iowa
Ascentra Scholarship Program Offers $15,000 in Scholarships for 2026 School Year
In 2026, a total of $15,000 in scholarships will be awarded to 15 Ascentra student members to help offset the costs of attending postsecondary education through a college, university or trade program.The program includes awards for three distinct types of students.Five $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to high school student members planning to enter college.Five $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to non-traditional student members aged 19 or over planning to attend higher education.Five $1,000
