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Transgender woman filing suit after state refused Medicaid coverage for reassignment surgery
AMES, Iowa — Sondra Wilson claims that the state denied her Medicaid coverage for her gender reassignment surgery. Wilson doesn’t have a law degree, but is representing herself in this case. She said she reached out to about 50 different law firms across the state and couldn’t afford any of the quotes she was given.
Union County Teen Arrested Following Accident in Creston
(Creston) A Creston teen faces drunk driving charges after striking two parked cars in Creston on Saturday. Creston Police say the accident happened at 8:53 on Filmore Street. Authorities say 16-year-old Zayle Marie Martin was driving an eastbound 2009 Hyundai Sonata on eastbound on E. Filmore Street, left the road, and struck a 2022 Ford Expedition parked on the roadside. The Sonata continued eastbound, striking another parked vehicle, a 2016 Toyota Avalon. Martin drove away from the scene. However, law enforcement later charged her with OWI.
Reminder: Cass County Courthouse To Close at 11AM Monday
(Atlantic) The Cass County Courthouse will close at 11:00 AM on Monday, July 22, 2024 during the RAGBRAI event. At Western Iowa Today, we strive for reporting accuracy. If you see a mistake or a typo, please let us know by email to news@westerniowatoday.com. Story Content (c) 2024 Meredith Communications...
Day 2 of RAGBRAI Riders Pedaling Through Lewis Favoring the Goats, and the Large Flag
(Lewis) Day 2 of RAGBRAI continues today. Cyclists are going to their overnight stop in Atlantic, passing through Elliott, Griswold, and Lewis before spending the night there. Lewis RAGBRAI Committee Chairman Sarah Archibald caught up with some riders this morning who were stopping in Lewis. The cyclists enjoyed the giant flag and the goat exhibit.
Creston police report pair of early Monday morning drug arrests
(Creston) -- A pair of Creston suspects face drug charges following their arrests in separate incidents early Monday morning. The Creston Police Department says 44-year-old Ronnee Colleen Abel of Creston was arrested shortly after 1 a.m. for possession of a controlled substance, non-marijuana, 3rd offense, and possession of drug paraphernalia. Authorities say the arrest occurred in the 500 block of West Adams Street.
RAGBRAI Continues Today Through, Elliott, Griswold, Lewis With a Final Stop in Atlantic
(Atlantic) This morning, thousands of cyclists are leaving Red Oak for a 40.1-mile trip to their final destination in Atlantic. Day 2 of the RAGBRAI will pass through Elliott, Griswold, and Lewis before the overnight stop. Atlantic Executive Chamber Director Bailey Smith advises those venturing out today to visit atlanticragbrai.com. From there, scroll down to find an interactive map that shows street closures, no parking areas, and entertainment details.
Two Men Arrested on Assault Charges in Red Oak
(Red Oak) The Red Oak Police Department reports two arrests. Police arrested 34-year-old Kristopher Carl Friesenhahn of Red Oak on Sunday afternoon in the 800 block of N. 2nd Street on a charge of Simple Assault. Officers transported Friesenhahn to the Montgomery County Jail and held him on a $300 bond.
Riders Traveling for RAGBRAI Faced Cancellations and Flight Delays Due to Global IT Outage
DES MOINES, Iowa (KCCI) - Effects from last week’s global IT outage are impacting the travel plans of RAGBRAI riders, KCCI’s Pepper Purpura reported. Hundreds of travelers tried to find their way to the Midwest for the start of the event on Sunday morning in Glenwood. Airlines reported...
Iowa kids wanted to sell ice cream once on RAGBRAI. Their grandpa urged them to do the week
EMERSON — For Brian Clarke, waterslides are a must-do on RAGBRAI. "You should always do the slip and slides whenever you see one," said the 35-year-old Iowa City cyclist who is riding in his sixth RAGBRAI this year. Clarke, who stood akimbo feet away from the inflatable palm tree waterslide, was drenched, trying to catch his breath from running at top speed and flinging his body on the slide where he was met by the rush of swashing water.
Repeat after me: Minnesota team takes second straight ShenDig
(Shenandoah) -- For the first time in its short history, Shenandoah's ShenDig Barbecue Competition dealt with inclement weather. And for the first time, the overall grand champion was a repeat winner: Hot Daddy's Barbecue, featuring the husband-and-wife team of Kyle and Amy Kuhns of Grasston, Minnesota, captured their second straight title in Saturday's competition. Kyle tells KMA News the couple owns it all to its method of preparation.
Motorcyclist killed after crash in Council Bluffs
COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa (WOWT) - The Council Bluffs Police Traffic Unit is investigating an accident that occurred Saturday afternoon. Officers were called to a personal injury accident at South 17th St. and 2nd Ave. around 3:00 p.m. According to a release, the driver of the motorcycle hit the passenger side...
Clarinda's Wilmes named South Team Shrine Bowl Defensive MVP
(KMAland) -- Clarinda's Jase Wilmes was the South Team's Defensive MVP at the 2024 Shrine Bowl. The North team beat the South 49-28 in Cedar Falls Saturday. Other MVPs included Webster City's Jaxon Cherry (North Offense), Gilbert's Nash Hanson (North Defense) and Regina's Jackson Naeve (South Offense). Wilmes was among...
Wags and Wheels Car Show 2024
The 7th annual Wags And Wheels Car Show 2024 is a fundraising event for the Midlands Humane Society in Council Bluffs. “We will feature 13 vehicle classes with 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place trophies in each, along with offering a specialty trophy in 5 ‘Best of’ categories too! Awards will be at 3PM.” [Unleash CB]
RAGBRAI 2024 Day 1 preview: What to know about Sunday's RAGBRAI route, Glenwood to Red Oak
After three rides starting in northwest Iowa, including last year's 50th anniversary RAGBRAI that began in Sioux City, the Register's Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa is beginning its second half-century with a change of venue. Here's what's ahead. ...
Kent Corp. names Fields president, chief operating officer
Kent Corp. announced Thursday that Kevin Fields has been appointed the company’s new president and chief operating officer. The appointment was effective June 21. Fields succeeds John Thorpe, who has announced his intention to retire, effective Jan. 1. Fields joined the Kent family of companies in 1998. Most recently,...
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