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Relief effort started for NW Iowa flood victims
TanTara Transportation Corp. is putting together a relief effort for the Northwest Iowa Flood victims. The following is from the TanTara Transportation Corp. Facebook page. “By now most of you have seen images of the floods that have devastated our fellow Iowans in the North Western part of our state. After seeing it with our own eyes this week, many people have completely LOST THEIR HOMES and it is clear that they need our help!
River levels not yet concerning, local officials continue to closely monitor
Hannibal, Mo. (KHQA) — Heavy rainfall and flooding in Iowa and Minnesota have caused river levels in the tri-state area to rise, though not at an alarming rate. In Hannibal, the Mississippi river is forecasted to crest at 20.5 feet on July 4. Events like Tom Sawyer Days will...
4 HAWKEYES GARNER ATHLON PRESEASON ALL-AMERICA HONORS
IOWA CITY — Four University of Iowa football players have garnered Athlon preseason All-America honors for the 2024 season, it was announced Tuesday by the publication. Fifth-year linebacker Jay Higgins was named to the first team, sixth-year linebacker Nick Jackson was a second team selection, center Logan Jones was a third-team honoree and defensive back Sebastian Castro was a fourth-team selection.
Democrat Phil Wiese takes on Kaufmann in Iowa House District 82
Phil Wiese has officially announced his candidacy for Iowa House District 82, which encompasses parts of Scott, Muscatine, and all of Cedar Counties. With a campaign focused on addressing the real issues faced by Iowans, emphasizing practical solutions over partisan conflicts, Wiese aims to bring a new kind of leadership to the state legislature. His extensive experience in agriculture, business, and public service positions him as a candidate ready to work for the people of District 82.
Few have flood insurance to help recover from devastating Midwest storms
SOUTH SIOUX CITY, Neb. (AP) — Rick Satterwhite’s house backs up to the Missouri River, but flood insurance hadn’t really seemed necessary – until this week, when he had to pump water out of his basement after a round of destructive storms. It’s not the first time he’s had to dry out his basement from floodwater, but bad storms are getting more frequent, he said. Satterwhite watched with dread Monday as the river came within 2 feet (61 centimeters) of his backdoor in Dakota City,...
Nebraska man preparing donations to victims of Iowa flooding
NORFOLK, Neb. -- Major flooding in Iowa has prompted one Nebraska man to take action in helping out people in need. Earlier this week, Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds made a disaster declaration for the state. “Businesses are shuttered, main streets have been impacted, hospitals, nursing homes, and other care facilities...
What’s in the flood waters?
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — The unknown could be lurking under the flood waters in South Dakota and Iowa. “Whatever is out in the environment, within range of flood waters could potentially be in the water,” said Jay Gilbertson, the manager of the East Dakota Water Development District.
Iowa Utilities Board approves permit for controversial Summit pipeline
The Iowa Utilities Board gave its approval Tuesday for the controversial Summit Carbon Solutions pipeline and for the company to use eminent domain to acquire landowners’ property. The company hopes to begin construction next year with the goal of making the pipeline operational in 2026. The pipeline, which would be the largest of its kind […] The post Iowa Utilities Board approves permit for controversial Summit pipeline appeared first on Arkansas Advocate.
Some Nebraska, Iowa cities have closed roads due to Missouri River flooding
COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa — Amid flash flooding and voluntary evacuations, drivers need to be on the lookout for road closures. Related coverage: City of Omaha's levee expected to clear Missouri River's forecasted crest. Pottawattamie County road closures. McPherson Ave Due to downed trees and power lines McPherson Avenue is...
New testing requirements for Iowa dairy exhibitions, fairs
DES MOINES, Iowa — Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig announced on Tuesday new testing requirements for dairy cattle participating in fairs and exhibitions following the rising number of herds testing positive for bird flu. So far there have been 11 confirmed cases of bird flu in dairy herds in the state, with most of […]
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