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National Fried Chicken Day – Where to Find the Best in Eastern Iowa
In honor of National Fried Chicken Day on July 6th, we're taking a look at some of the best chicken in Eastern Iowa!. Personally, my favorite place for chicken is Bluff Lake Catfish Farm in Maquoketa. The best day to visit the restaurant is on Sunday, which is when they offer all-you-can-eat chicken and shrimp!
John Deere Laying Off 600+ More Employees
Fox Business’ Michael Dorgan reported on Sat. June 29 that “John Deere, the world’s largest seller of tractors and crop harvesters, has announced another wave of layoffs Friday, telling around 610 production staff at plants in Illinois and Iowa that they will be out of a job by the end of the summer.”
Processing issue causes delay for some MercyOne employees' direct deposit
DES MOINES, Iowa — A processing issue caused a delay in Friday's payroll direct deposit for some MercyOne employees. The hospital confirmed the delay, saying it is due to an issue with processing and the July 4 banking holiday. In a statement, MercyOne says they have been working to...
Homeless man charged in assault, stabbing near Des Moines park
DES MOINES, Iowa — Des Moines police arrested a homeless man Thursday, a week after they say he was involved in an assault and stabbing that left one person hospitalized. Robert McCalley and two other suspects approached two men sitting in a vehicle at University Avenue and Keo Way — across from Good Park — on June 27, according to court records.
Panthers dominate on senior night, beat Southwest Valley, 8-1
After Monday’s game against Atlantic was canceled due to poor field conditions, Panorama baseball (10-15) played its senior night game against Southwest Valley (9-15), winning 8-1 on Wednesday, July 3. Panorama took an early 4-1 lead at the end of the first inning. The Panthers tacked on three more runs in the third and one more in the sixth to get to the final score. RBIs came from Joel Cooper, with two, and Braylon Dawes, Hunter Dishman, Brayden Galvan, Bryce Dawes and Mason Carstens, each with one. It was pitching by committee for Panorama. Three Panthers hit the mound during the game. Dishman pitched four innings, earning the win. Galvan pitched two innings, striking out one batter. Carstens’ one inning of work was quick, only throwing six pitches and allowing zero hits. It’s now time for the postseason for Panorama. On Saturday, July 6, Panorama plays against Ankeny Christian (15-8) in Urbandale, at Northview Park in the first round of 1A substate.
Panora Sidewalk Sales Begin Today
Today marks the start of the Panora Sidewalk Sales for this weekend. According to Event Organizer Chelsea Schwartz, businesses and individuals are both invited to participate. They will set up on the sidewalks around the square and the surrounding blocks, and sell items to those who come to enjoy the event. With no set hours, checking social media for the local businesses is a good idea, as they may have self imposed hours for today and tomorrow. Schwartz adds that this is a good opportunity for businesses to see their customers outside their store, and an opportunity for those who may only be passing through to stop and find out more about the town and community.
Star Spangled Shenandoah deemed a success
(Shenandoah) -- By all accounts, Shenandoah residents got a bang out of the community's pre-Independence Day activities Wednesday. After a wet start to the week, the sky cleared for the Star Spangled Shenandoah festivities Wednesday afternoon and evening at Sportsman's' Park, ranging from carnival games and pie baking contests to the fireworks show that concluded the night's festivities. Natalie Kirsch is the President of the Forum to Revitalize Shenandoah. Kirsch tells KMA News the lineup of festivities and vendors more or less went off without a hitch.
Perry Police Report July 5
To view a log of the calls for service, click here. Officers responded to a report of fraud in the 1700 block of Fourth Street. Officers responded to a report of harassment in the 700 block of 18th Street. A 2004 Nissan Ultima, driven by Daniel Hernandez of 1809 Estella...
Outworked early in his career, Curtis Jones now makes his mark with Iowa State basketball
When Curtis Jones was coming out of high school, he felt overlooked by many colleges. He wasn't in the spotlight much during his high school experience in Minnesota. He remained under the radar during his humble days at Indian Hills Community College. He broke onto the scene a bit at the University at Buffalo and is now a major contributor for an Iowa State team that made the Sweet 16. Throughout that journey, Jones has proven a lot of people wrong.
Caitlin Clark, Kate Martin Speak Out About Iowa Teammate Gabbie Marshall's Big Announcement
Teammates on the Iowa Hawkeyes women's basketball team has formed quite a bond in recent years. While Iowa couldn't secure a national championship during their two consecutive championship game appearances, they still deserve a ton of credit for their success. Especially because Caitlin Clark and ...
Iowa Hog Farmers Struggle: Impact Of California’s Gestation Crate Ban
According to the USDA: In the wild world of hog farming, Iowa reigns supreme, churning out nearly 50 million squealers annually. But don't be fooled by all the oinks and snouts—there's drama brewing in the barnyard. California laws are impacting Iowa. Out in California, they've outlawed gestation crates for...
Iowa colleges see lower federal student aid completion rates
As Iowa colleges and universities receive the last of the federal student aid applications for the upcoming school year, financial aid officials are seeing fewer students submit their documents and changes in how much those who do file receive. Iowa’s completion rate of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is on par with […] The post Iowa colleges see lower federal student aid completion rates appeared first on Iowa Capital Dispatch.
Stephens Auditorium's Goldfinch on the Lawn outdoor concerts feature Blues, jazz performers
Stephens Auditorium’s Goldfinch on the Lawn concert series is back. The singer-songwriter showcase usually takes place at the listening venue on the ground floor of Stephens. But during warm weather, the music is sometimes played on the greenspace outside the iconic concert venue. Tickets are $5 in advance and...
Memorial Golf Tournament Happening Sunday in Perry
A traditional golf tournament will be happening on Sunday in the City of Perry. The 11th Annual Memorial Golf Tournament is taking place at the Perry Golf & Country Club on Sunday, with a tee time of 7:30am. According to the country club, golfers are free to tee off anytime after 7:30am and the event is open to anyone interested. The tournament features the Championship Flight that will play 27 holes, with the Senior Division, Super Senior Division, and all other flights to play 18 holes.
Fort Dodge school district plans to make back-to-school shopping easier for families
FORT DODGE, Iowa — We are still roughly a month and a half away from the start of school but one Iowa district is thinking ahead to back-to-school shopping and says some parents may have less to buy this year. Fort Dodge Community Schools will provide "essential classroom supplies"...
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