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Another Iowa nurse sanctioned for fraudulent credentials, ‘extreme’ dishonesty
The State of Iowa has revoked the license of another nurse who practiced in the state for years with a fraudulently obtained license. Over the past year, several Iowa-licensed nurses have been sanctioned for obtaining degrees through diploma mills that were uncovered by federal investigators as part of Operation Nightingale. The most recent case involves […]
Back to school: Back to cursive in the classroom under Iowa Education standards
SIOUX CITY (KTIV) - Cursive is back in Iowa schools. The ability to read and write cursive has been fading from American society. “You just don’t see very many people using cursive because a lot of people are not writing checks anymore,” said Tina Brennan, one of Sioux City Community School District’s consulting teachers.
Griswold Woman Arrested for Theft 5th and Illegal Possession of Prescription Meds
(Red Oak) The Red Oak Police Department arrested 31-year-old Ashley Dawn Eden, of Griswold, this (Friday) morning for Theft 5th Degree and Illegal Possession of Prescription Medication. Eden was held in the Montgomery County Jail on $1,000 bond.
Awesome Craft/Makers Markets Happening in Eastern Iowa This Fall
Earlier this month, Midwest Living published a list of '10 Great Makers Markets to Visit This Fall.' We're happy to report that one Iowa market made the cut! It's called The Pear Fair, and it's held annually in Cedar Falls. The Pear Fair is a popular craft fair that showcases...
Massage therapist with ‘forged’ license is awarded a legitimate state license
An Iowa woman accused of practicing massage therapy in Iowa for more than two years without a license has been awarded a new license by the state. The Iowa Massage Therapy Board recently charged Gina Rooks of southeast Iowa with practicing without a license; knowingly making deceptive or untrue representations in the practice of massage […]
Fall 2024 Names to Know: Camden Soukup, AHSTW
(Avoca) -- With the 2024 fall sports season approaching, KMA Sports is getting you ready by highlighting 20 athletes you need to know about. The final football player in this series is AHSTW quarterback Camden Soukup, who is ready to lead the Vikings into a promising 2024 season. "I think...
City of Massena Under Boil Order
(Massena) The City of Massena is currently under a boil order. Officials say this is due to a chemical pump malfunction. The chlorine residual levels are low. The boil order is in effect until further notice. At Western Iowa Today, we strive for reporting accuracy. If you see a mistake...
Teacher sex-abuse case triggers lawsuit against school district
(IKM-Manning) The parents of a youth who was sexually abused by one his schoolteachers are now suing the school district for negligence. The parents, identified in court documents as John and Jane Doe, are suing IKM-Manning Community School District on behalf of their son, identified as John Roe, in U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Iowa.
Red Oak Fire Department announces Youth Firesetting Intervention Program
(Red Oak) -- A local fire department has launched a new youth fire prevention program. The Red Oak Fire Department announced Friday the launch of its new Youth Firesetting Intervention Program, a national effort that is overseen by the State Fire Marshal's Office. Levi Kinnison is the youth firesetting intervention specialist with the Red Oak Fire Department. Kinnison tells KMA News the program aims to create a partnership among the community, local fire departments, as well as local law enforcement in deterring fires set by youth.
Omaha landlord loses appeal to Nebraska Supreme Court for code violations
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - An Omaha landlord has lost his appeal to the Nebraska Supreme Court after being found guilty of municipal code violations, court documents said Friday. Kay Anderson was cleared from 95 of 99 misdemeanor counts and was sentenced to probation due to those violations. Anderson appealed that sentencing to the Nebraska Supreme Court.
Nebraska’s new $3M, regional approach to spurring economic development is off and running
OMAHA — Armed with an initial $3 million in public funds, Nebraska has now fully launched a new regional approach to economic development that organizers hope will accelerate growth and sharpen the state’s competitive edge. On Wednesday in Omaha, the last of six regional teams had an inaugural...
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