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From Coast to Cornfields: The States Most Likely to Send New Residents to Iowa
Iowa isn't a state known for having a large population. With only 3.2 million residents, there are cities that have nearly far more residents. New York and Los Angeles for example. Chicago has nearly our populous, and if you live in Eastern Iowa, you're just a couple hours from such a massive number of folks in one area.
Twenty-five years of Iowa winters
On Aug. 15, Dave Havard of Centerville retired only two months short of working 25 years for the Iowa Department of Transportation. That equals spending thousands of hours plowing snow, tons and tons of snow, for 25 long Iowa winters, along with his many other duties during the rest of each year.
One of the longest-serving city managers in central Iowa announces retirement
Urbandale's city manager of 15 years is retiring. The city announced Friday in a news release that A.J. Johnson, who has been city manager since 2009, would retire at the end of the year. “I’ve been hinting at retirement for so long that I’m surprised it’s still news,” Johnson said in the release. “I’m...
Urbandale chamber names Young Professional, Citizen of the Year honorees
The Urbandale Chamber of Commerce announced its 2024 Young Professional of the Year and Citizen of the Year honorees. Daycen Douglass, assistant financial planner for AO Wealth Advisory, has received the 2024 Urbandale Young Professional of the Year honor celebrating exceptional leadership and dedication. Douglass was recognized for his work in revamping the mentorship program at genYP, the chamber’s young professionals community, and participating on the genYP Civic Committee, where he worked to increase donations to the Urbandale Food Pantry. Urbandale’s 2024 Citizen of the Year is Jim Epstein. He was recognized for his community service, including involvement with Urbandale Community Action Network, the Lions Club and St. Pius X Church. He joined the Urbandale Lions Club in 2006 and has since organized events supporting local nonprofits. He has helped to address food insecurity by securing grants for food distribution programs, handling food rescue operations from local grocery stores and recruiting volunteers for programs supporting food-insecure children. Douglass and Epstein will be honored at the annual Sample Urbandale, A Celebration of Business event on Sept. 12.
Dexter Fest’s Activities Today & Tomorrow
Another fall celebration is going on in the Dallas County area today and tomorrow. The City of Dexter is hosting Dexter Fest as the day will begin at 8am with a 5K Run/Walk at the Park Coffee Truck by The Cup on 2nd Street. The parade will kick off at 11am starting east on Washington Street then follow Lyon Street towards Warren Street, travel west on Polk Street before finishing north on Marshall Street. There will be games available at City Park from 11:30am-3pm with a lunch at the legion at noon, kids water fights at noon (on Polk St. & Marshall St.) with a car show, on 916 State Street, at that same time. Food trucks will be open to the public from 4-10pm then a live music street dance is taking place from 9pm-midnight for all ages.
BUSSE: Game-by-game predictions for Iowa State football in 2024
AMES -- Iowa State football kicks off its season on Saturday with North Dakota coming to Jack Trice Stadium for a 2:30 p.m. kickoff of FS1. With game week officially here for Iowa State, head coach Matt Campbell and the rest of the Cyclones, the long offseason has officially come to an end in Ames.
Improved footwork, communication key for Iowa State QB Rocco Becht entering 2024 season
AMES — Once the play clock hits 15 seconds, the chatter stops. Until then, Iowa State assistant coach Jake Waters is fully in current Cyclones quarterback Rocco Becht’s ear via his in-helmet communication system. “He gives us tips and reminders, which is huge for me,” said Becht, the...
ISU Mourns Loss of Hall of Famer Mike Stensrud
Iowa State University mourns the passing of Mike Stensrud, a Hall of Fame defensive player, who died at the age of 68. Stensrud was pivotal in transforming the Cyclones’ football program during his tenure from 1974-78, helping the team secure bowl invitations in both 1977 and 1978. Renowned for his imposing presence on the field, Stensrud recorded 306 tackles and led the Big Eight in sacks during his junior year. His influence extended beyond his playing days, with a legacy upheld by his family members who also participated in ISU athletics.
Pella Community Foundation Grants Open Through October
Applications are open for non-profit organizations for grants through the Pella Community Foundation. President Jim Brandl says in 2023, the foundation moved up the deadline and there was a slight drop in enrollees, and this year, he wants more creators of potential projects to seek support. Brandl says any official non-profit organization in the Pella area can apply for support for a wide range of needs through a larger Impact grant or their board-directed options. Find out how to apply here. The deadline is October 15th, with grants distributed in November.
Knoxville Raceway Lowers The Curtain On The Sprint Car Season Tonight
The 2024 sprint car season at the Knoxville Raceway comes to an end tonight with Season Championship Night as three track champions will be crowned. Two of the three may go down to the final laps of the A-Main as Austin McCarl holds a 95 point lead over Aaron Reutzel as those are the only two drivers that are still mathematically alive for the title. In the Pro Sprints, up to six drivers are still mathematically alive with Mike Mayberry holding a 76 point lead over J Kinder. Kinder started slowly the first two week’s but has been on fire since winning four of five nights earlier in the season. The only class that does not have much drama tonight is the 360s where Jamie Ball only needs to take his Time trial laps and he will clinch his first career track championship. Ball holds a 308 point lead over Clint Garner heading into tonight’s action. Live coverage is on KNIA starting with Live Track Side at 5:00 and Race Nights Live at 7:00.
Indianola Public Arts Commission Porchfest in September
The Indianola Public Arts Commission is presenting Indianola Porchfest later this fall, a free community event connecting residents to local musicians who will be performing on their front porches. Four locations will host a 45-minute music concert on their porch while the audience gathers in the yard. Every hour from...
Fines increased over 801 Day at Iowa State
AMES, Iowa – The Ames City Council has increased fines for Nuisance parties in the C Campustown area over the weekend before the fall semester. Fines are $650 first-time offense, and $855 for repeat offenses. The day is called 801 Day after an old Iowa State tradition naming the day that, for alcohol was prohibited […]
Iowa State transfer Joshua Jefferson returns from injury
Iowa State basketball coach T.J. Otzelberger expects forward Joshua Jefferson to be ready for preseason practice. The transfer forward from St. Mary’s started the first 26 games last season before suffering a knee injury and he missed most of summer workouts while recovering from surgery. Otzelberger says Jefferson watched...
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