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Probation violation leads to felony drug charge against Mason City woman
MASON CITY, Iowa – A North Iowa woman wanted for a probation violation is jailed for illegal drugs. Tara Mae Klein, 40 of Mason City, is charged with a class “B” controlled substance violation. The Mason City Police Department says a warrant was issued for Klein’s arrest...
Avera Holy Family Hospital in Estherville New CEO
Estherville IA, (Northwest Iowa Now) –Avera Holy Family Hospital in Estherville has a new CEO. Michelle Majerus was recently named the new CEO. Regional President and CEO of Avera McKennan Hospital Dr. Ron Place, says that “The Avera Holy Family Hospital Board and I are excited to welcome Michelle Majerus and look forward to the leadership she will provide to our health care ministry.”
One Month Left to Claim $500,000 Prize for Iowa Lottery Ticket Sold in North Iowa
There is less than one month left for someone to claim a $500,000 Powerball prize that was won with a ticket sold in North Iowa this past spring. The Iowa Lottery is reminding players to double-check their tickets for the half-million dollar winning ticket purchased at Kwik Star at 1502 South Federal Avenue in Mason City in mid-March. The prize will expire on September 12th if it is not claimed by the deadline.
NEWS: Gdowski Named Associate Athletic Director
FREMONT, Neb. – Midland University is excited to announce the hiring of Gerry Gdowski as the new Associate Athletic Director. Originally from Fremont, Nebraska, he returns to the area with a wealth of experience in athletics. “We are thrilled to bring Gerry on board and welcome him and his...
Senator criticizes prison cuts as lawmakers debate property tax relief
LINCOLN, Neb. — Criticism over prison cuts came Thursday as state lawmakers debated a bill to help fund property tax relief. Senator Robert Clements said the balance of the Correctional Services Cash Fund is currently $12.5 million, and that the department is not using all the interest that the fund is accruing.
Freshman Nebraska football defensive back is catching eyes in camp
Now that the Nebraska football fall camp is in full swing, several players are catching many eyes. Dylan Raiola is, of course, one of them, but there's also a young player on the defensive side of the ball who keeps getting shoutouts from his teammates and his coaches. Freshman cornerback...
Two-A-Days: West Sioux Falcons
HAWARDEN, Iowa (KCAU) – Last year was a learning one for west Sioux football, who finished the season under .500 for the first time since 2013. West Sioux’s 4-5 record was the fewest wins in a season since 2013, snapping its nine-year streak of seasons above .500. Blake Wiggins will have another year of experience […]
Northwest Thunder Soccer Prepares for Inaugural Season
Sheldon, Ia (KICD) – The Northwest Community College Athletic Department hosted their first every media day on August 15th as local outlets got to speak with brand new Soccer Programs in their first year of existence. Eric Francis has been hired as the new Athletic Director at NCC, and...
Western Iowa Forecast: Scattered Showers Today, Pleasant Weekend Ahead
Des Moines, IA – Western Iowa residents can expect a mix of weather conditions this weekend, starting with scattered showers and a few rumbles of thunder today. These weather events will primarily impact areas in the northeast this morning and continue into the evening. While today’s temperatures will be warm, with highs ranging between 76 and 87 degrees, the weather will gradually improve as the weekend progresses.
Livestock exhibitors capture the essence of the Iowa State Fair
DES MOINES, Iowa — The sounds never stop in the sheep barn. The air is filled with the buzz of shears and the more-than-occasional bleat of a sheep. People travel from all over to show their sheep at the Iowa State Fair. Ten-year-old Dalton Klamfoth of Ohio, appearing calm...
Iowa’s Big Grove Brewery Has a New Beer That Will Help Plant More Trees
Here we have a classic case of being able to enjoy a few adult beverages while also helping to positively contribute to society. Where I'm from, we call that a win-win situation. You can help support an Iowa business and help add more trees across Iowa's landscape. Big Grove Brewery has teemed up with Trees Forever to help more trees get planted in Iowa.
Iowa seeks federal food aid waiver for pilot summer meal program
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services submitted a waiver request for participation in the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s summer food assistance program to implement a separate summer feeding project, the Iowa Capital Dispatch reports.
Steps Iowa Moms And Dads Can Take To Ease Kids Back Into The School Year
Sioux City, Iowa — Iowa parents are encouraged to make a few proactive moves this week that may help their kids make a smoother transition back to school. Autumn Hartman is a counselor who works with youth at Rosecrance Behavioral Health in Sioux City. She suggests starting the school year routines right away, including a nightly bedtime and an earlier wake-up time.
Iowa schools in limbo as they brace for book ban, legal battle continues
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — As the new school year approaches, schools across Iowa are scrambling to navigate the enforcement of Senate File 496, a law that bans books depicting sex acts and restricts the teaching of sexual orientation and gender identity. The law, which was recently upheld by a federal appeals court, has left some educators and librarians in a state of confusion and concern.
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