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Tornadoes on the big screen: Iowa's ties to 1996 film 'Twister'
AMES, Iowa — While the anticipated film "Twister" arrives in theaters this week, did you know both films boast Iowa ties?. "Twister," which was the second-highest grossing film of 1996, filmed scenes in Eldora, Iowa. Despite the fictional setting for the film taking place in Oklahoma, the actual movie set involved a staging area and farmhouse located in the Eldora area.
Hey Iowa, Amazon Prime Day Deals Still Under $25!
While Prime Day might technically be over, I've found some pretty good deals on certain items that are under $25!. If you think you might be too late to score on some great deals, you might want to check out some of these items ASAP! Depending on when you've found this article, some of these deals could potentially have changed.
Iowa Legislature to discuss moratorium on new casino licenses for 2025
State legislators say a moratorium on new casino licenses will be back on the table for the 2025 legislative session. After allowing the two-year moratorium to expire last session, lawmakers concerned about a new casino cannibalizing the profits of the current casino industry vow to bring a new moratorium law to the governor’s desk. State […] The post Iowa Legislature to discuss moratorium on new casino licenses for 2025 appeared first on Iowa Capital Dispatch.
How a southeast Iowa town is getting ready for RAGBRAI around the corner
FAIRFIELD, Iowa — In one week, RAGBRAI riders will make their way from Ottumwa to Mount Pleasant, with a lunch stop in Fairfield halfway. RAGBRAI Committee Co-Chair, Terry Baker, says as a meeting town, they have most of the same elements to consider for planning as an overnight stop.
Iowa crop outlook far different than 1 year ago
BONDURANT, Iowa — For the most part, corn and soybeans are looking good in central Iowa. Rains have been good, in some places too good, where crops had to be replanted due to crops being washed out. “We are really in a good place at this point right. We’re...
OPD: Man Attempted to Steal from Vehicle, Ran from Police
A convicted Ottumwa man attempted to steal from a vehicle and was found with drugs after running from police. 31-year-old Angel Buckles was charged with 3rd degree theft, possession of a controlled substance, and interference with official acts. On July 18 at 4:08 a.m, court records say Buckles stole a...
Indian Hills Community College kicks off Gems and Bros Camp for young STEM enthusiasts
OTTUMWA, Iowa — You’re not a nerd for wanting to learn, and you're just as cool as everyone else if you have a passion for math and science. On Thursday, Indian Hills Community College (IHCC) opened the first day of their Gems and Bros Camp. The camp is two days long and open to students finishing 3rd, 4th and 5th grade to explore science, technology, math and engineering while having fun on a college campus.
Two Iowa ag cooperatives will swap locations, but say farmers will see no change in service
Two Iowa agricultural cooperatives are swapping locations, but the businesses said Wednesday the move won’t impact services to farmers. AgVantage FS, based in Waverly, says it’s buying Nexus Cooperative’s agronomy assets in Elgin, Lamont and Randalia, all of which are in northeast Iowa. Charles City-based Nexus says...
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