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Higgins Named Walter Camp Preseason First-Team All-American
IOWA CITY, Iowa — University of Iowa fifth-year senior Jay Higgins has been named a 2024 Walter Camp Preseason First-Team All-American, it was announced Monday by the Walter Camp Foundation. It is Higgins’ third preseason honor as he was also selected as a preseason first-team All-American by Phil Steele...
Hawkeye Star Cooper DeJean Makes a Return to Kinnick Stadium
Hawkeye alum and standout football star, Cooper DeJean made a return to Kinnick Stadium and this return had nothing to do with "fair catches." The former Hawkeye has had a busy spring and summer after being selected in the 2nd round of the NFL draft by the Philidelphia Eagles. After preparing for the draft and participating in the Eagles rookie camp and minicamp practices, DeJean had a weekend off to help coach young Iowa football players. DeJean wanted to give back to Iowa before beginning his first NFL training camp.
The City Of Wall Lake Encouraging Construction Of Residential And Commercial Buildings In Upcoming Projects
The City of Wall Lake recently held a public hearing to enter into a General Obligation Loan Agreement, borrowing just under $1,000,000 to fund several projects. City Clerk Chris Rodman says the money will be used to purchase a new tractor to replace the 14-year-old current machine used for maintenance work, especially during the winter pushing snow. The funding will also go for a new housing opportunity for those looking to build a house within the city.
MUSEUM EXHIBIT FEATURES SIOUX CITY FESTIVALS
PHOTOGRAPHS, SOUVENIRS, AND OTHER MEMORABILIA OF LOCAL FESTIVALS ARE FEATURED IN A NEW EXHIBIT AT THE SIOUX CITY PUBLIC MUSEUM. CURATOR MATT ANDERSON SAYS “SIOUX CITY FESTIVALS AND CELEBRATIONS 1887-2024” IS NOW ON DISPLAY:. MATT2 OC…….A LOT OF WAYS. :18. THEY WERE SUCCEEDED BY THE INTER-STATE...
Jeep falls into sinkhole after Cedar Rapids water main break
Part of 34th Street NE in Cedar Rapids closed after a water main break on Monday. A Jeep parked on the road fell into a sinkhole that developed during the break. Iowa's News Now crews captured the front end of the vehicle in a pool of water. Harrison McDonald said...
Cedar Rapids groups to make third attempt at bringing a casino to town
The Iowa Legislature’s moratorium on new gambling licenses has expired and groups in Linn County plan to seek a license for a casino in Cedar Rapids. The President of the Linn County Gaming Association, Anne Parmley, says the plan is something that has been in the works for some time. “We were prepared to apply for a license before the legislature introduced the moratorium and so we’ve just kind of been patiently waiting for two years for that to lift and to continue forward with that process,” she says. National gaming operator and developer Peninsula Pacific Entertainment put together the casino plan with the Linn County Gaming Association and a local nonprofit association.
Debris Update and Information on Cleanup
Spencer, IA (KICD) — Help continues to arrive from the state of Iowa. Department of Transportation cleanup crews arrived Saturday. Deputy City Manager Kevin Robinson said they picked up a lot of debris in just one day. Again, those stats from Saturday – the first day of cleanup.
Iowa City Jazz Festival returns with fireworks and Grammy-nominated acts
What first started as a single stage at the intersection of Washington Street and Dubuque Street has grown into a three-day festival that swallows the entire downtown Iowa City corridor. The Summer of the Arts Iowa City Jazz Festival, now in its 33rd year, runs from Friday, July 5, through Sunday, July 7. It includes dozens of food vendors, artists, and fun stops. ...
Waivers Will be Available to Those Who Wish to Restore Power Without Inspection
Spencer, IA (KICD) — Former Mayor and newly appointed Assistant Manager, Kevin Robinson, announced that residents who are willing to risk restoring electricity to their homes without inspections can now sign a waiver.
There Was No Turning Down at Lil Jon’s Dubuque Concert
The biggest hip-hop show of the year in Dubuque took place on Saturday night when both Lil Jon and Mike Jones showed up and showed out on Q Casino + Resort's Back Waters Stage. A beautifully mild and sunny afternoon gave way for a pleasantly cool evening where hundreds gathered to relive the 90s and 2000s music scene.
Iowa 4-year-old grazed by bullet while playing in park
WATERLOO, Iowa — Police said a child at a Waterloo park was injured in an incident that was initially thought to be fireworks but later discovered to have been gunshots on Sunday evening,KCRG reports. Police said they were called to Lafayette Park in Waterloo just before 9 p.m. for...
Sibley may get hooked up to water by end of year
SIBLEY—Sibley’s waiting the longest of any Lewis & Clark Regional Water System members as the Osceola County community will be the last of the 20 to be hooked up to it. But if everything goes according to plan, Sibley will finally have water from Lewis & Clark before the end of the year.
Waterloo PD: Officers shot still in hospital; identity of suspect killed released
WATERLOO, Iowa — State investigators confirmed Monday morning Waterloo police shot and killed a suspect who they say fired first. Kelvin Plain Jr. died Sunday after being shot near Sullivan Park. A release from Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation says police first got a call Sunday at 8:22 a.m....
Sioux Rapids Latest Information on Flood Recovery
Buena Vista County Emergency Management is urging citizens who don’t live in Sioux Rapids and aren’t volunteering in the community with flood cleanup to stay away from town. Officials have been monitoring traffic at the water/volunteer station to keep unnecessary traffic out of Sioux Rapids. The Iowa National...
Hawkeyes Qualify for Henley Royal Regatta
HENLEY-ON-THAMES – The University of Iowa women’s rowing team qualified for the Henley Royal Regatta this past week. Iowa’s Eight will compete in the Island Challenge Cup and the Quad will compete in the Princess Grace Challenge Cup. Iowa’s Eight will take on Edinburgh University in the...
Charles City duo accused of stealing over $100,000 from elderly victim
CHARLES CITY, Iowa – One not guilty plea is entered in a case of two people accused of stealing over $100,000 from an elderly person in Floyd County. Sondra B. Newberry, 65 of Charles City, and Charmaine R. Carr, 37 of Charles City, are charged with financial exploitation of an older individual.
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