Ivonne Simmonds-Fals speaks after receiving her Woman to Watch award.

Nicole Gantz delivers the keynote speech during the Salute to Women Awards ceremony at Diamond Jo Casino in Dubuque.

Pam Jochum holds up her Woman of the Year award during the Salute to Women Awards ceremony at Diamond Jo Casino.

Nicole Gantz delivers the keynote speech during the Salute to Women Awards on Oct. 2.

The 2024 Rising Star Awards Ceremony held at the Diamond Jo Casino on Sept. 18.

TH Media Publisher Mike Fortman speaks.

Telegraph Herald Executive Editor Amy Gilligan speaks during ceremony.

Alex Dixon, president and CEO of Q Casino + Resort speaks to the 2024 Rising Star Awards recipients during the award ceremony held at the…