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Adel Breakout Rodeo Happening Tonight & Tomorrow
A fun outdoor, family-friendly event is taking place in the City of Adel tonight and tomorrow. The Adel Breakout Rodeo will have gates opening both nights at 5pm, with mutton-busting at 6pm, then the rodeo at 7:30pm. According to organizers and the Wright Rodeo Company, children must be eight years old or younger and weigh no more than 80 pounds in order to participate in the mutton-busting.
Veteran couple receives free roof as thank you for service
WOODWARD, Iowa — A married couple of veterans was gifted a free roof by Bryan Exteriors as thank you for their service and continuous community generosity this week. US Army veteran Ron Woodard and National Guard veteran Mary Woodward have been fulfilling Christmas wish lists through the American Legion for the past 14 years. Friday, […]
ISU RV Village prepares for opening game Saturday
AMES, Iowa — The ISU RV Village was launched in 2022 as a part of the Cytown Project. The new camping space has 330 pads, with electricity. In it’s third year now, the camping experience is forming like it’s own small community. “Seven home games, it’s just a marvelous atmosphere here,” said Steve Betts of […]
Things to do in Des Moines this weekend: Multicultural festivals, plant yoga, Yung Gravy and more
DES MOINES, Iowa — Looking for something to do this weekend? Or, want to try out a new place to grab a bite to eat?. Check out these events and activities happening across the metro, Aug. 2-4 Previous video above: Valley Junction's untold history now on display. Friday, Aug....
Smithfield Packaged Meats closing Altoona plant
ALTOONA, Iowa (KCRG) - Smithfield Packaged Meats is closing its plant in Altoona. The company told their employees last month the plant would be shutting down. All 391 employees will lose their jobs by the end of the day.
Des Moines River level lowered for flashboard installation
DES MOINES, Iowa — The installation of flashboards on the Center Street Dam will temporarily cause low water levels in the Des Moines River over the weekend. Starting Friday, the City of Des Moines will be installing flashboards at the Center Street Dam in an attempt to increase safety and usability. Once complete, residents will […]
This late-night food truck is the go-to for Des Moines' restaurant workers
Late-night eats in Des Moines are scarce, but a creative food truck is filling that gap by only serving customers after 9pm. Why it matters: 2nd Ave. Sandwich food truck at Beechwood Lounge has become a go-to spot for Des Moines' restaurant staff when they clock out. State of play:...
Gilbert school board, district staff discuss tightening cellphone policy
A new cellphone policy may be coming to the Gilbert Community School District. A work session was held Monday night with school board members and district staff to discuss the district's current policy, how students use their cellphones and whether the district should consider a stricter policy. Troy Banning, director of community...
Polk County Health Department provides free emergency contraceptives inside bathrooms
DES MOINES, Iowa — The Polk County Health Department is providing free emergency contraceptives inside its bathrooms, and in about a month has provided the medication to over 100 people. In July, the department announced in a Facebook post that it would have free emergency contraceptives, sometimes referred to as Plan B, stationed inside its […]
Bud Light drops college football cans. See which Iowa teams made the cut
Ahead of the football season, Iowa State and Iowa fans who are 21 years or older can represent their team while sipping on a Bud Light. Bud Light is bringing back its "biggest collection of college team packaging yet," Anheuser-Busch announced Tuesday. And of course, one of the greatest rivalries in college...
A New Look on the Iowa Sideline for the First Time in Decades
For the first time in decades, someone other than Hayden Fry or Kirk Ferentz will be listed as the head coach of the Iowa Hawkeye football team. Yes, this anomaly will only last one week. Kirk Ferentz was suspended for the season opener against Illinois State for a recruiting violation. Sports Illustrated and others report that it involved starting quarterback Cade McNamara. But consider this. It will be the first time since 1978 that someone not named Fry or Ferentz will lead the Hawkeyes out of the tunnel at Kinnick Stadium.
NFL Draft Notebook: Iowa’s tight end legacy continues with Luke Lachey and weekend prospects to watch
This week’s NFL Draft Notebook takes a deep dive into the college football scene, starting with Iowa's rising star, Luke Lachey, who is poised to be the next great tight end from a program known for producing elite talent. We’ll also spotlight five pro prospects to watch this weekend, including a Group of Five wide receiver who has the chance to significantly boost his draft stock. Finally, we'll wrap up with the latest draft news and notes, including some intriguing insights on two kickers in this year’s draft class.
Former Iowa State QB Hunter Dekkers speaks publicly on gambling investigation for first time
© Copyright 2024, Des Moines Register and Tribune Co. COUNCIL BLUFFS – Iowa Western Community College quarterback Hunter Dekkers walked into a meeting room at the football team's offices Thursday and grabbed a seat at a table. ...
Racist Flyers at Library Lead to Arrest
The Hampton man arrested for leaving racist flyers at Hispanic owned businesses has been charged with doing something similar at the Cedar Falls Library. On August 13th Cedar Falls Police were called to the library after staff found the flyers on shelves and in a book written in Spanish. The flyers were made to resemble a hunting license and read, in part, “Illegal Immigrant Hunting Permit. No Bag Limit. Tagging Not Required. Trump 2024. Police believe 38 year old Daniel Embree designed and photocopied the flyers. He was charged with 3rd degree Harassment. In the Hampton case he was charged with eight counts of 2nd degree Harassment and one count of Trespass With Intent to Commit a Hate Crime. The Iowa GOP has condemned the flyers.
Corn Sweat Unleashes a Merciless Heatwave on Iowa
When I first moved to the Midwest nearly four years ago, I thought it would be the winters that would be tough to deal with. Little did I know that those blistering cold days in January or February would have nothing on an Iowa summer!. The end of August saw...
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