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Iowa Department of Education launches AI-powered reading tutor program
The Iowa Department of Education announced Wednesday that some elementary schools will use an AI reading assistant to help with literacy tutoring programs. The department made a $3 million investment into Amira (EPS Learning) for the use of a program called EPS Reading Assistant, an online literacy tutor that uses artificial intelligence technology. Iowa public […]
As fentanyl ravages Iowa, activists push for the legalization of fentanyl test strips
After past failed efforts in the state legislature, drug activists believe the next session will deliver legalized fentanyl test strips as support for the movement grows and the drug epidemic continues. Fentanyl test strips are small strips of paper that can test drugs to see if they contain any fentanyl. Activists argue that by legalizing […]
From Iowa To Texas: The Incredible Ride Honoring WASP of WWII
The National Women Air Force Service Pilots (WASP) WWII Museum in Sweetwater, Texas, is preparing to honor veteran and avid cyclist Larry Ritland as he embarks on his "WASP Legacy Ride." This remarkable journey, set to take place from September 1 to 28, 2024, will see Ritland cycle from Iowa to Texas in tribute to the Women Airforce Service Pilots of World War II. Ritland is a Vietnam veteran and is a proud 42-year member of the American Legion.
How an app is helping keep Iowa students safe this year
School districts are gearing up to welcome students back to school, and officials want to make sure their students are safe. One way school districts are doing that is with the Governor's School Safety Bureau's Safe + Sound app.
'Don't give up': Iowa Democrats host Whitmer, Booker, Klobuchar at DNC to motivate base
CHICAGO — Iowa Democrats gathered here for the Democratic National Convention this week with a renewed sense of hope and optimism, hosting a stream of prominent national figures at an early morning breakfast meeting to help them celebrate the national ticket and motivate their base. Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, who is among those...
Iowa Attorney General Joins Coalition Advocating for SCOTUS Review of Girls’ Sports Laws
(Des Moines) Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird supports efforts led by 26 states to restrict girls’ sports to athletes assigned female at birth. Bird has joined two coalitions pushing for the U.S. Supreme Court to review and uphold Idaho’s Fairness in Women’s Sports Act and West Virginia’s Save Women’s Sports Act. Bird argues these laws protect female athletes and ensure fairness in sports by preventing biological males from competing in female categories. She emphasized that such regulations are crucial for maintaining equal opportunities and safety for women in sports. Governor Kim Reynolds signed similar legislation in Iowa in 2022.
Iowa Finance Authority Board awards millions of dollars to support affordable rental homes for Iowans
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - The Iowa Finance Authority Board of Directors awarded a total of $10.6M in federal housing tax credits to support the construction and rehabilitation of a total of 404 affordable rental homes for Iowans, some of which are in the TV6 viewing area. The awards were made...
Principal® names Deanna Strable President and Chief Operating Officer
DES MOINES, Iowa--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug 21, 2024-- Principal Financial Group ® (Nasdaq: PFG) today announced that Deanna Strable, executive vice president and current chief financial officer, is named president and chief operating officer. Dan Houston will continue to serve as CEO and Chairman of the Board. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240821207146/en/ Deanna Strable (Photo: Business Wire)
Downtown Des Moines viaduct gets new mural
A local artist and DMPS principal is painting a new mural on the Southwest 9th viaduct after the city painted over a "creepy" mural depicting Jack Nicholson's character from "The Shining."Flashback: The city covered the former mural last year after it was painted without permission.Both the artist and its date remain unknown.Driving the news: The Shop, a nearby event center that took over the former Des Moines Social Club space, commissioned local artist and Moulton Elementary principal Eddie McCulley to paint a new piece.McCulley is creating a colorful, kaleidoscope-like mural similar to a mandala, he tells Axios. He wanted to create a bright burst of color to brighten the area.He's painted multiple murals at his school as well.What's next: The work isn't finished yet and he plans to paint the bridge's upper wings."It's really kind of a zen kind of moment for me, too," he says. "So, I'm not rushing it." The former mysterious mural. Photo: Jason Clayworth/Axios
Des Moines Man Claims Big Lottery Prize
(Clive, IA) -- A Des Moines man has claimed a hefty lottery prize. Paul Freeman won a prize of $25,000 a year for life. He bought his ticket at the Price Chopper on Beaver Avenue. Freeman says he couldn't believe it, and kept checking the numbers at different locations and on his phone just to make sure.
Free face painting, inflatable slides and a kids train! The 20th annual Ingersoll LIVE block party is this Saturday | Paid Content
Ingersoll LIVE, presented by Bankers Trust, will celebrate its 20th annual event on August 24. The free, family-friendly block party will be hosted in the 2300 block of Ingersoll Avenue – a new location for the event! The community is invited to enjoy live music, entertainment, vendors and kids activities between 3-10 p.m.
New Iowa Law Forces Hemp Store in Dubuque to Close its Doors
A new Iowa law regarding consumable hemp products has forced a Dubuque business to close. Botanicanna, located in Dubuque's Kennedy Mall, announced that they will close their sole Iowa location via Facebook this week. Their closure is due to restrictions from that aforementioned law that took effect this summer, per KWWL.
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