The Federal Housing Finance Agency published the 2025 Q1 Housing Price Index report, and national data show home prices rose 4.0 percent between the first quarter of 2024 and the first quarter of 2025. House prices were up 0.7 percent compared to the fourth quarter of 2024. FHFA’s seasonally adjusted monthly index for March was down 0.1 percent from February. Nationally, the U.S. housing market has experienced positive annual appreciation each quarter since the start of 2012. The five-year home
From July 15 to July 18, aviation enthusiasts from across the country—and even around the world—will descend on Clinton Municipal Airport as it proudly hosts the 25th Annual Cessna 150/152 Fly-In. This nationally recognized gathering, taking place next week, celebrates a quarter-century of community, flight, and the iconic Cessna 150/152 aircraft. This event is not open to the public.Each year, approximately 100 attendees and 60 airplanes gather at the airport to participate in seminars, flying contests,
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Law Jones Cremation and Funeral Care, a 3rd generation family-owned business serving northwest Illinois and eastern Iowa since 1962, will break ground on its newest location in Clinton on July 16, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. The ceremony will take place at 1130 13th Ave N. in Clinton, Iowa, hosted in partnership with Grow Clinton. Speakers will include Grow Clinton President & CEO Andy Sokolovich and Law Jones owners Levi Jones and Matthew Jones. Light refreshments will be served. When asked about their expansion
Learn “How Corn Changed Itself and then Changed Everything Else”. Author Cynthia Clampitt, an Illinois Humanities Road Scholar speaker, will demonstrate this concept through the history of common agricultural crops and foods. She weaves the stories of early America toward the development of the Mid West we know today. Trace how corn evolved from a wedy grass to the cash crop of the modern world. Volunteer Millers of de Immigrant Windmill will host this presentation at 6:00pm Tuesday, July 22 at the
Timber Lake Playhouse, Illinois' oldest professional summer theatre, opens the third musical of the summer season, Waitress, which runs from July 11 through July 27, 2025. Written by Grammy Award-winning singer Sara Bareilles, Waitress is based on the 2007 film of the same name starring Keri Russell.Waitress is an everywoman story of Jenna, a waitress who serves coffee and bakes pies at Joe’s Pie Diner in small-town America. She escapes her disappointing life and loveless marriage by dreaming up elaborate
Get ready to trade your ballcaps for golf caps! The First Annual LumberKings Golf Outing, presented by Olde Town Construction, is coming up—and you won't want to miss it! Join on July 14th for a day on the links with your favorite LumberKings players, coaches, and staff. Whether you're a scratch golfer or just along for the ride, it's guaranteed to be a tee-rific time! To register or learn more, visit lumberkings.com/golf today. That’s the LumberKings Golf Outing, proudly brought to you by Olde Town
The Quad City Area REALTORS® (QCAR) is proud to announce that we have been selected as a 2025 AARP Community Challenge grantee! QCAR is one of only 383 organizations chosen from over 3,450 applications nationwide, representing all 50 states. With this quick-action grant, QCAR will launch an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) design competition. The top ten winning designs will be displayed to the public and made available for construction, while the top designs will receive cash prizes. ADUs offer families the
Clinton Community College is hosting a new art exhibit in the Library Art Gallery from June through August. The exhibit features the artwork of freelance artist Dee Ketelsen, a proud Clinton Community College graduate. Her pieces vary from black and white to colorful. The exhibit includes paintings and multidimensional sculptures. The community is invited to visit the art gallery Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. CCC, one of the Eastern Iowa Community Colleges, will host an artist reception on
Henry O. Langrehr of Clinton, Iowa—born November 4, 1924, and passed away April 23, 2025—will be recognized as a Hometown Hero during a special ceremony on Friday, June 20, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. The event will take place at the Clinton County Freedom Rock, located along the Mississippi Riverfront next to the Showboat Theatre in Clinton. A local and national hero, Henry served with distinction in the U.S. Army’s 82nd Airborne Division during World War II. He was deeply proud of his family, unwaveringly
Grant applications for the Fall 2025 grant round are available beginning Wednesday, June 4, 2025. Grant applications are on-line and can be found at the Clinton County Development Association’s website at http://www.clintoncountydevelopment.org. The maximum amount that can be requested is $75,000. Fall grants are awarded with the goal of accomplishing economic, civic or community development within Clinton County. The 2025 total allocation for the Fall Grants is $400,000. Applicants may apply for no more
Clinton isn’t just a city with a proud manufacturing legacy—it’s a community actively investing in its future workforce. In an inspiring new video, Grow Clinton showcases how local educators, students, and businesses are coming together to prepare young people for high-demand careers in modern manufacturing. What You’ll See in the Video: • Exclusive behind-the-scenes footage from leading local manufacturers • Insightful interviews with industry leaders and passionate employees • Candid conversations
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The Clinton Community College Diversity Team is collaborating with the Gateway History Club, Grow Clinton, and City of Clinton to offer bus tours highlighting our community’s heritage. Clinton Community College, located at 1000 Lincoln Blvd in Clinton, is one of the Eastern Iowa Community Colleges. The community bus tours are free and will be 9 – 11:30 a.m. starting at Clinton Community College. A 30 minute presentation will be held in the CCC Auditorium before departing on the tour. Registrations
Grow Clinton, the nonprofit organization leading economic and community development in the Greater Clinton Region, continues to spearhead progress at the Lincolnway Industrial Rail & Air Park. Strategically located along U.S. Highway 30, the park has rapidly emerged as a hub for industrial growth and private-sector investment, including Atlas Roofing Corporation’s $250 million asphalt shingle plant. Robust infrastructure development has been central to the park’s success. Iowa American Water Company
The River City Municipal Band will begin its 37th summer season with rehearsals starting this Monday, May 5. Band rehearsals will be once a week on Mondays through July 21, 6 to 8 p.m., in the Clinton Middle School band room. All area musicians are invited to come join the band -- all ages and abilities are welcome and there are no auditions. Simply bring your instrument and show up. An exterior door to the band room is visible from the parking lot. The band is conducted by Patrick Brooks,
MercyOne will hold a state-wide Walk-In hiring event on Wednesday, April 30, from 3 to 5 p.m. for all open positions at seven locations. This walk-in, same-day, back-to-back interview process is designed to make it even easier for the job seeker and employer to find the perfect fit. There is the potential for applicants to complete the interview process and receive an on-the-spot conditional offer during the event. MercyOne Human Resources representatives will be on hand to meet with and conduct
The Junior Achievement of the Heartland Board of Directors has announced the upcoming retirement of President & CEO Dougal Nelson, effective September 30, 2025. Nelson departs with an astonishing record of achievement and impact, capping off a remarkable nine-year tenure at the organization. Dougal’s journey with Junior Achievement of the Heartland began in 2001 as a volunteer. His passion for the mission and unwavering commitment to youth education led to his appointment as President & CEO in 2018.
The Clinton Community College Diversity Team is collaborating with the Clinton Historical Society and City of Clinton to offer bus tours highlighting our community’s heritage. Clinton Community College, located at 1000 Lincoln Blvd in Clinton, is one of the Eastern Iowa Community Colleges. The community bus tours are free and will be 9 – 11:30 a.m. starting at Clinton Community College. A 30 minute presentation will be held in the CCC Auditorium before departing on the tour. Registrations will be
