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Iowa Traffic Fatality County Down 16 Percent from Same Time One Year Ago
(Des Moines) According to the Iowa Department of Transportation’s Iowa Traffic Fatality Count, there were 27 fewer traffic fatalities on Iowa’s roadways than one year ago. As of July 1, 135 people have died on Iowa’s roadways compared to 162 one year ago. This is eight lower than in 2022 and nine lower than in 2021.
Minnesota Guest Scores Big Jackpot with $5 Bet at Iowa Casino
I can't even imagine how exciting it would be to win a huge jackpot at a casino. When the slot machine's lights start flashing or the dealer announces the winning hand, my heart would race with disbelief and joy. That rush of adrenaline would be like nothing else. Two weeks...
Blood donors donate "to be a force of nature" for those in need in eastern Iowa
SOLON, Iowa — In eastern Iowa, folks are donating blood -- to be a force of nature -- for those in need. The American Red Cross is holding blood drives across the region to help patients that need blood. Right now, they are collecting things like:. Blood. Plasma. Platelets.
Sheldon man on scooter arrested for OWI
SHELDON—A 59-year-old Sheldon man was arrested about 5 p.m. Wednesday, June 26, on an O’Brien County warrant for first-offense operating while under the influence. The arrest of Roy Carl Persson stemmed from a report of him putting vodka into a tea he purchased at a convenience store about 1:10 p.m. Tuesday, June 25, according to the Sheldon Police Department.
Four hurt in crash involving three cars
ROCK VALLEY—Four people were injured in a crash involving three vehicles about 4:10 p.m. Friday, June 21, at the intersection of Highway 18 and Garfield Avenue, about two miles east of Rock Valley. Twenty-nine-year-old Leena Ann Phothisarn of Rock Valley was driving west when her 2013 Chevrolet Equinox struck...
Drake’s Ron and Jane Olson Institute for Public Democracy Announces Inaugural Practitioner in Residence
Drake University announced today that Iowa State Representative and former U.S. Congressman David Young will serve as the inaugural Practitioner in Residence at the Ron and Jane Olson Institute for Public Democracy. The program, which was previously unveiled in February 2024, is made possible by a generous $1 million gift from Patty and Jim Cownie.
New Iowa THC Law Set To Go In Place Today Regarding Potency Levels
(Des Moines, IA) — A new law in Iowa regulating THC in products takes effect today. The law caps the amount of THC allowed per serving and container. It requires products with THC to be labeled with health risk advisories and prohibits individuals under 21 from purchasing such products. The Department of Health and Human Services will establish rules related to packaging and labeling, with guidelines expected to be finalized after the law takes effect.
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