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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...
New Mental Health Service for DMPS, Iowa Students Announced
About DMPS Schools News & Information Departments Academics School Board. Edmunds Elementary School was the launch site for a new mental health initiative to provide students in Des Moines and across Iowa greater access to quality care. Dr. Travis Gayles, chief health officer of Hazel Health, was joined by Katie...
Iowa State Fair Saying Goodbye to Popular Fair Stand
Iowa has one of the best state fairs in the country as thousands of people from around the state plan a state fair trip. Some people plan to enjoy the fair for an afternoon and others plan to enjoy the fair for multiple days in a row. This year there will be over 80 new foods for you to try at the fair so be sure to show up hungry and ready to try as many different foods as possible.
How a southeast Iowa city is getting ready for RAGBRAI next Thursday
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.
Rock River crests, Mississippi River still at flood stage
The Rock River is cresting as the Mississippi River continues to fall. This is a view from above Rock Island on Friday. At the Centennial Expressway, the Rock Island Conservation Club Campground on Big Island is under water. On Friday, the river was at 13,5 feet. It’s expected to go...
Galesburg Police says phone scammers want you to think it’s them
Galesburg Police say there’s yet another phone scam to look out for. Police say the scam they were made aware of Thursday involves making a spoofed call that looks like it’s from the police department’s (309) 343-9151 phone number, with the caller identifying themselves as a police officer.
Walter Wick: Hidden Wonders exhibition at the Figge
During this summer, the Figge Art Museum will be hosting the Walter Wick: Hidden Wonders exhibition. The traveling collection is an in-depth look at Wick's work, including the photos behind I Spy, landscape photography, and studio photography. The photos follow different themes including Miniature Worlds, I Spy Games, Floor Games,...
Happy Joe’s Promotes Former Franchisee General Manager and 2022 Operator of the Year to New Franchise Business Consultant
Midwestern pizza brand vows to strengthen its commitment to franchisee support with the promotion of Haley Leuth. has named Haley Lueth as its newest Franchise Business Consultant. The popular iconic pizza brand plans to use this strategic hire to continue to provide exceptional support and guidance to its franchisees, enhancing their overall experience in Happy Joe’s “Best-in-Class” performance initiative.
‘I’m Sorry’: Black Woman Killed By Illinois Deputy Hid Behind Cabinets and Apologized After Deputy Threatened to Shoot Her In Her ‘F—ing Face’ Over Pot of Hot Water, Documents Show
A sheriff’s deputy who has been indicted for killing an Illinois Black woman shot her in the face over a pot of hot water, a […] ‘I’m Sorry’: Black Woman Killed By Illinois Deputy Hid Behind Cabinets and Apologized After Deputy Threatened to Shoot Her In Her ‘F—ing Face’ Over Pot of Hot Water, Documents Show
Viola Boyz set demo derbies in East Moline, DeWitt
Viola Boyz Demo Promotors will kick off a weekend full of demolition derby action at two local County Fairs in East Moline and DeWitt. Grandstand opens at 5 p.m. and admission is: $15 for ages 13 and up, $10 for ages 6-12; and free for those 5 and younger. Kicking...
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