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Gilbert juvenile arrested for allegedly attacking woman with knife
GILBERT, Iowa — A juvenile was arrested on Friday for allegedly attacking a female with a knife after knocking on her bedroom window in June. During the early morning hours of June 8 the Story County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of an assault in the 100 block of Thompson Avenue in Gilbert. According […]
Pleasant Hill police release more details about body found in Des Moines River
PLEASANT HILL, Iowa — Investigators are working to identify a body that was discovered in the Des Moines River in Pleasant Hill Thursday night. According to Pleasant Hill Fire Chief Jamie Xayavong, people fishing in the area of the Vandalia Boat ramp saw what appeared to be a body and called 911 around 7:15 p.m. […]
Danfoss in Ames announces layoffs as agriculture downturn continues
Danfoss Power Solutions of Ames has announced it is laying off 40 workers on Aug. 31. The announcement comes as the effects of a downturn in agricultural prices ripples through the farming machinery industry. “We are adjusting Danfoss’ operating model to ensure full accountability, increased cost competitiveness, and faster decision-making. This means parting from...
Officials identify man who died in Tama house fire
TAMA, Iowa (KCRG) - Officials in Tama have identified 53-year-old Matthew Daniels as the person found dead in a house fire on Aug. 9. Firefighters were called to the home in the 600 block of Hall Street at around 8 a.m. last Friday. Crews extinguished the fire and found Daniels...
Mary Gegen, Brian Goodell Named 2024 MWC Athletes of the Year
GRINNELL, Iowa – The Midwest Conference (MWC) announced Lake Forest College volleyball player Mary Gegen and Grinnell College cross country and track and field runner Brian Goodell are the 2024 Athletes of the Year on Friday, August 16. The MWC Athletes of the Year Awards are presented annually, recognizing...
Biscuit Bar shines as first-time fair vendor with breakfast options, early hours
DES MOINES, Iowa — When Jamie Adkins told his wife Jennifer that he was interested in buying a state fair concession stand, she wasn't sold on the idea. "In the past, there hasn't been a lot of breakfast vendors on the fairgrounds, and we wanted to do something different," Jamie said. "I've worked off and on for my cousin for 20 years at the Rib Shack, and decided to do my own thing."
Newton Volleyball Holds First Scrimmage
Newton’s 2024-2025 Volleyball team scrimmaged in their home gym yesterday morning with Lynnville-Sully and Marshalltown. It was the first time this squad went against different players. Head Coach Heidi Woollums liked what she saw. “I’m very very pleased with how they played today. When you go through your open...
Urbandale Food Pantry hosts 5th annual bike ride to combat hunger in central Iowa
The Urbandale Food Pantry will host its 5th annual Pedal for the Pantry Bike Ride on Aug. 25 at 9 a.m. at Des Moines Water Works Park. Riders can select between four routes, all of which begin and end at Water Works Park and include stops at participating bars and breweries. Upon finishing, the Des Moines Biergarten will provide live music and refreshments from 1 to 3 p.m. In addition, the pantry is collaborating with Mulberry Farm & Food Truck from Central Iowa Shelter & Services to offer brunch. For every brunch ticket purchased, Central Iowa Shelter & Services will provide a nourishing meal to one unhoused individual. To register, visit the Urbandale Food Pantry website.
Norwalk announces groundbreaking event for addition to southwest development corridor
The city of Norwalk, in conjunction with WB Realty Co., announced the opening of Dunn Industrial Park, a new light-industrial development. A groundbreaking event will be held on site, located at Delaware Street and Madison Avenue, at 4 p.m. on Aug. 21. WB Realty Co. recently completed the 39-acre industrial development on the southwest side of Norwalk, which includes two 20,000-square-foot commercial buildings and two multi-acre lots. The development project was completed in July 2024, and the two new buildings are now ready for occupancy. “This helps every resident in multiple ways,” said Hollie Zajicek, economic development director for the city of Norwalk, in a prepared statement. “The Dunn Industrial Park is the newest addition to our long-term strategic plan of growing Norwalk southwest, and eventually connecting to I-35.”
Sienknecht named to all-division Iowa Star Conference South squad
TRAER – The North Tama softball program continued its upward trajectory this season under second-year head coach Madonna Merchant by landing seven players on the Iowa Star Conference South all-division teams including former GMG pitcher Adelyn Sienknecht. For the second year in a row, Redhawk infielder Gabriella ‘Gabby’ Seda...
Albaugh Seed Treatment Team Honors David Winston’s Retirement, Welcomes Quentin Edelman
Ankeny, IA (August 15, 2024) — Albaugh, LLC announced that David Winston, Key Account Manager – Seed Treatments, has announced his retirement, effective December 31, following a highly respected seed industry sales career that has spanned nearly 45 years. He has been with Albaugh since 2014. Albaugh has...
Community garden finally gets win vs. restrictive city ordinances
DES MOINES, Iowa — For a hundred years, it was a forgotten space. “It was barren. Not much of anything,” says neighbor, Bill Callahan, of the half-acre lot at 24th and High Streets in Des Moines. “I presumed it would become a parking lot for somebody.” But Ryan Francois saw something in it. “I live […]
Woolsey New QB1 Under Center For Knoxville Football
The Knoxville Football Squad will have a new signal caller under center this season. Brenden Woolsey got several snaps last year near the end of the season after Noah Keefer went down with an injury. Keefer graduated last spring, so that opened the door for Woolsey to take over. Coach Matt Dunkin tells KNIA/KRLS Sports Woolsey has put in the work during the offseason and is ready to take over full time.
Town hall attendees want City Council to reconsider changes to homelessness policies
She remembered the services that helped save her life. Emergency shelters operated by Hope Ministries and Catholic Charities offered brief periods of refuge for Leah Waughtal-Magiera as she grew up with a mother coping with meth addiction. ...
ADM’s Jon Hatchitt Focusing on Leadership Prior to 2024 Football Season
A player from the Adel-DeSoto-Minburn Football team is working on his leadership skills to translate to the field. Senior Jon Hatchitt is playing Linebacker and Running Back for the Tigers this season. He’s been attending many football camps in order to get himself in shape, plus finding time to get into the weight room. Hatchitt tells Raccoon Valley Radio that he’s all in on being a leader for ADM with his words.
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