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Kraft Heinz agrees to $8,000 Iowa fine for failing to report discharge over three years
Kraft Heinz Foods Co., the maker of Kraft Mac & Cheese, Lunchables and Jell-O, has agreed to pay an $8,000 fine after Iowa officials discovered its Muscatine plant failed to report the pollution it sent into a Mississippi River tributary over three years. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources says...
Your doughnut fix may have to wait: Structure fire closes Krispy Kreme in Clive
A structure fire Saturday night at the Krispy Kreme store in Clive caused severe smoke damage throughout the building, prompting what's expected to be an extended closure, according to a news release from the Clive Fire Department. The Clive store provides doughnuts to the two other metro Krispy Kreme stores,...
National Guard Members Returned Home After A Yearlong Deployment
Dozens of military families have welcomed their heroes home. One hundred fifty Iowa National Guard members have returned home following a year-long mission overseas. The video above shows the Des Moines air base as soldiers reunite with their families. While overseas, their unit accomplished 50 building projects and put in...
Know Your Opponent: Last year's runner-up North Polk 'glad to be here' after wild journey to state
(Alleman) -- North Polk baseball is about to make its 15th state tournament in program history and second consecutive. While the Comets will undoubtedly set their goals high once they get to Cedar Rapids, their main focus right now is just enjoying the journey that got them there -- a journey that didn't lack entertainment.
Wrestling at Fargo: Analysis and results for Team Iowa, Hawkeyes, Cyclones and Panthers
After an entire week of wrestling in Fargo, N.D., a whole bunch of Iowans and future Iowans walked away with some hardware. The 2024 Junior and 16U Nationals, better known as just Fargo, saw some of the nation's best square off for the highly desired stop-sign plaque. In total, Team Iowa brought home...
Adel Parks & Rec Hosting Second Free Movie on Friday
The Adel Parks and Recreation is holding a relaxing evening to watch a movie on Friday. The Parks & Rec is inviting people to the Island Park Campground, 2400 Nantucket Road, in Adel this coming Friday as they will be showing the movie Wonka. According to the organization, attendees can bring lawn chairs, blankets, snacks, and refreshments. Adel Parks & Rec will supply the popcorn as the movie will begin shortly after dusk.
Randy Van Roekel Back On Iowa Radio After Alpha Media Layoffs
After being ousted in Alpha Media’s sweeping nationwide layoffs, Randy Van Roekel has found a new radio home in Newton, IA. Van Roekel has joined M and H Broadcasting’s KNIA and KRLS as a local news and sports reporter. The stations cover stories from around Newton, including Knoxville,...
Knoxville home destroyed in fire
KNOXVILLE, Iowa — A Knoxville home sustained fire, heat, smoke and water damage during a house fire on Sunday afternoon. According to the Knoxville Fire Department, the fire was reported shortly after 2 p.m. Sunday. When crews arrived, they found smoke pushing from the roof and eaves of the house.
Winterset Police remember former chief 1 year after his unexpected death
WINTERSET, Iowa — It's been one year since former Winterset Chief of Police Ken Burke passed away unexpectedly after serving his community for 20 years. Burke was well-known in the city of over 5,000 residents, and was referred to as the "epitome of police officers" by people who knew him best. Burke would also sit in on city council meetings even when he didn't have to, because he cared about Winterset so much.
Young Mustangs plan to play for now at state softball tournament
Jul. 21—The last time Shaun Hudnut coached at a state tournament, he was guiding the PCM baseball team to Principal Park in 2010. His daughter Addi was just 2 years old and that season ended with a 2-1 loss to Davis County in the quarterfinals. Flash forward to now and Coach Hudnut returns to the state tournament. This time, he's the head coach of the softball team and Addi is a 16-year-old ...
Centennial Park's main playground gets new equipment and more shade in Waukee this fall
Waukee plans to upgrade the main playground at one of its larger parks this fall to appeal to more children and provide additional shade. Waukee City Council members unanimously approved a nearly $650,000 quote for the purchase of playground equipment, surfacing and other site amenities for Centennial Park's nearly 25-year-old central playground on July 15.
ADM Baseball Spotlight: Jaxson Book
The Adel-DeSoto-Minburn Baseball team season came to an end this past Tuesday, and Raccoon Valley Radio looks back at the year Jaxson Book had. Jaxson is the son of the Tigers Head Coach Jason Book. Jaxson spends most of his time defensively behind the plate catching for ADM, doing an exceptional job. He appeared in 31 games this season was able to start two of them on the mound, splitting with a 1-1 record, striking out 15 batters.
Waukee Arts Festival attracts thousands to Centennial Park
WAUKEE, Iowa- The 9th annual Waukee Arts Festival is taking place at Centennial Park. The free festival started on Friday evening and 4,000 people came out. There are 140 vendors this year, including local artists selling their creations and local eateries providing food. Tim Hanson is a vendor who is attending his first art festival. […]
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