National Character Counts Week celebrates Iowa values, with Sen. Chuck Grassley praising Spencer's flood recovery and Tim Hadley honored as Educator of Character.

Gideon Lake is a seventh grader at Valley Life Charter School who embodies what it means to be a caring individual. Gideon is helpful, kind and generous in his daily interactions, according to Valley ...

The Iowa Character Awards for 2025 are being announced, highlighting the people, teachers, communities and organizations that are helping to make positive changes across the state. Amy Smit is ...

Comment: Nominator Mike Roberts says, “While Haylee’s attitude, behavior, and character make her an excellent candidate for any of the Pillars of Character, I chose to nominate Haylee for the Pillar ...

'It was a huge topic of my nightmares,' says Russian journalist on life under Putin's clampdown on the press ...

DECATUR - Katie Lorenz wanted to get one thing out of the way right off the bat. "I know you have some stereotypes about girls who compete in pageants," the reigning Miss Illinois said to students ...

The Trump administration is continuing its xenophobic tear by heightening scrutiny on legal residents seeking naturalization. On Aug. 15, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) ...

"President Andrew Shepard" (portrayed by Michael Douglas) in the film "The American President": "I can tell you without hesitation being president of this country is entirely about character." Voting ...

Nominator Tina Faulkner says, “Amourah exemplifies respect by consistently showing consideration and regard for others. She always listens attentively when teachers or classmates speak, making eye ...