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One Person Killed, Three Others Injured in Palo Alto County Accident
(Palo Alto Co.) One person died and three others were injured in a two-vehicle accident in Palo Alto County Friday afternoon. The Iowa State Patrol says 32-year-old Desiree Angela Sternhagen, of Janesville, Minnesota, was driving a 2013 Kia southbound on 480th Avenue and failed to stop and yield at the intersection with 370th Street. 34-year-old Mathia Kay Nieves, of Emmetsburg, was driving a 2018 Mitsubishi westbound on 370th Street and was struck in the passenger side by the Kia.
City of Indianola Fall Cleanup October 19th
The City of Indianola fall cleanup is set for October 19th at the Indianola Brush Facility, which includes electronics recycling and scrap appliance drop-off. Only one-truckload per address will be accepted, with no curbside pick-up. Appliances accepted for free include blenders/mixers/toasters, mowers, cell phones, video game systems, garage doors and openers, computers, speakers, and more. The electronics and scrap appliance drop off will be from 9am to 1pm.
Indianola Square Wraps Up Four-Year Construction Project
Construction crews have wrapped up work on the Indianola Downtown Square Project, completing the west alley and parking lot earlier this week, marking the completion of the four-year project. The reconstruction work began in conjunction with the demolition of the Warren County Courthouse in 2020, but originally started in 2018...
Solar Field Opens In Chariton, Iowa
(Chariton, IA) -- A new Solar Energy site is now operational in Chariton, Iowa. Alliant Energy says it'll power 360-homes each year. In addition to solar panels, Iowa State University researchers plan to manage an on-site apiary to study how plants help sustain bee colonies. The project is a partnership with Hy-Vee.
Gridiron Staff Picks: Iowa State vs. North Dakota
Week one games are always odd for Iowa State. The Cyclones, in years past, slip up and lose or flat-out dominate teams. This year, much like the last, I have Iowa State grabbing a fairly easy win to start the 2024 campaign. This game has a lot of intrigue, mostly...
Jefferson Man Sentenced to Probation For Not Claiming a Jackpot Due to Owing the State Money
A Jefferson man was recently sentenced to probation for a May incident. According to court documents, 36-year-old Jeremy Andrews pled guilty to an aggravated misdemeanor for third degree fraudulent practices. He had a two year prison sentence suspended and was placed on probation for two years with the Iowa Department of Correctional Services. The probation sentence was to run consecutively with another case where he was sentenced to serve 20 days in the Greene County Jail after being convicted of an aggravated misdemeanor for driving while barred.
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...
Eagle Grove volleyball swept at Forest City, 3-0
The Eagle Grove Eagles volleyball team returned to action on Thursday Night, as they made the trip north into Winnebago County to take on the Forest City Indians in the Eagles Top of Iowa West opener. Eagle Grove entered at 0-1, while Forest City was in there season-opener. Forest City...
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