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West Des Moines teen allegedly punches roommate
A West Des Moines man was arrested Tuesday after allegedly assaulting his roommate in the home. Durrell Marquise Davis, 19, of 1260 S. Jordan Creek Parkway, West Des Moines, was charged with first-offense domestic abuse assault-bodily injury or mental illness. The incident began about 4:45 p.m. Tuesday in the 1200...
Awesome Craft/Makers Markets Happening in Eastern Iowa This Fall
Earlier this month, Midwest Living published a list of '10 Great Makers Markets to Visit This Fall.' We're happy to report that one Iowa market made the cut! It's called The Pear Fair, and it's held annually in Cedar Falls. The Pear Fair is a popular craft fair that showcases...
Homeless schoolchildren across Iowa benefit from American Rescue Plan Act funds
DES MOINES, Iowa — Iowa school children experiencing homelessness are getting some help in the form of $424,000 in federal funding. But now the shocker: it’s headed to 25 different school districts. “I bet it would baffle you,” says Jen Durham, who battled homelessness with her young children after fleeing domestic abuse a decade ago. […]
Would you bike 120 miles? Iowa now has America’s longest paved trail loop
DALLAS COUNTY, Iowa — The Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation’s Let’s Connect project has finished, connecting the High Trestle and Raccoon River Valley Trails, creating a 120-mile loop of continuous paved bike trails. The project to connect the two trails has been in the works since the 1980s. Now that it’s completed many cyclists are expected […]
Proposal: Nursing home would have 10 years to pay $1 million owed to the state
(Fremont Co) An Iowa nursing home that owes taxpayers more than $1 million has negotiated a 10-year payment plan with state officials. In May, the for-profit Tabor Manor Care Center in Fremont County filed for bankruptcy, listing $1.3 million in assets and $2.3 million in liabilities. By far, the 46-bed...
Iowa Teen Caught Going Over 120 mph On a Suspended License
An Iowa teenager landed in the hottest of waters after being caught going well over 100 mph near Ottumwa. The kicker? He was driving on a suspended license. The Iowa State Patrol are hoping this serves as a reminder for parents to talk to their children who are just starting to drive or are actively learning the Rules of the Road about the dangers of excessive speed.
‘I love this team’: Defending state champ Zuber, Hawks seek another podium finish
Although the Ankeny boys’ cross country team is third in the Class 4A preseason rankings by the Iowa Association of Track Coaches, the Hawks might be the team to beat on paper. Ankeny returns four of its top seven runners from last year’s squad that earned a second consecutive...
ISU ART GALLERY TO DISPLAY HO CHUNK ARTIST’S EXHIBIT
THE MEMORIAL UNION ART GALLERY AT IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY WILL BE HOSTING AN EXHIBIT BY HENRY PAYER, A HO CHUNK ARTIST ENROLLED IN THE WINNEBAGO TRIBE OF NEBRASKA LIVING IN SIOUX CITY. PAYER’S COLLAGE PAINTINGS REINCORPORATE TRADITIONAL OBJECTS, FORMS, AND MOTIFS USING CONTEMPORARY METHODS AND TECHNIQUES. THE EXHIBIT TITLED...
City of Granger announces the return of Granger Days 2024 on Aug. 24
The city of Granger recently announced that Granger Days 2023 will be held on Saturday, Aug. 24 at Centennial Park. There are many fun events planned for people of all ages, including children’s inflatables, rock wall, dunk tank, parade, bags tournament, sand volleyball tournament, pizza, pints & puzzle, music by Spotlight Entertainment DJ Service, vendor village, live music by Jake Schrodt and David Watson, beer and wine slushies, food trucks, a movie in the park and fireworks. ...
Women’s Soccer Preview: Iowa State & Butler
Drake women's soccer is aiming for its first win of the 2024 season after starting 0-1-1. The Bulldogs will face regional rivals Iowa State on August 22 and Butler on August 25, concluding a three-game homestand. Freshman Isabella Balsley scored in her debut, helping the team secure a draw against St. Thomas, while they fell 1-0 to Kansas at home.
Catching Up With Steph McCannon Wiese
Steph McCannon Wiese, a former standout volleyball player at Iowa State from 1992-95, now serves as the Cedar County Auditor in Tipton, Iowa. Appointed in 2022, Wiese is tasked with maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring election integrity. On the court, she was renowned for her achievements, leading the Big Eight in digs three times and setting the all-time record of 1,904 digs, which remains the second-most in Iowa State history. Wiese contributed significantly to the first Cyclone team to earn an NCAA Tournament berth in 1995 and was inducted into the Iowa State Athletics Hall of Fame in 2011.
Miller-Meeks boasts conservative approach to climate change at Newton biorefinery
Aug. 21—U.S. Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks last week visited the Chevron Renewable Energy Group biorefinery in Newton alongside fellow Republican members of the Conservative Climate Caucus, whose mission is to find "practical and exportable answers" to reducing emissions and making energy more affordable. For the past three months, Miller-Meeks has served as chair of the Republican-led caucus, ...
"We felt very taken care of by the Iowa audience!" Meet the stars of Moulin Rouge! The Musical at Des Moines Performing Arts | Paid Content
Pop the champagne, Moulin Rouge! The Musical, the winner of 10 Tony Awards® - including Best Musical - has arrived in Des Moines!. Enter a world of splendor and romance, of eye-popping excess, of glitz, grandeur, and glory! A world where Bohemians and aristocrats rub elbows and revel in electrifying enchantment. Welcome to Moulin Rouge! The Musical! Baz Luhrmann’s revolutionary film comes to life onstage, remixed in a new musical mash-up extravaganza. Directed by Tony Award® winner Alex Timbers, Moulin Rouge! The Musical is a theatrical celebration of Truth, Beauty, Freedom, and — above all — Love. With a book by Tony Award® winner John Logan; music supervision, orchestrations, and arrangements by Tony Award® winner Justin Levine; and choreography by Tony Award® winner Sonya Tayeh, Moulin Rouge! is more than a musical — it is a state of mind.
Jewelry retailer Rowan coming to West Des Moines with Jordan Creek Town Center store
Health-oriented jewelry retailer Rowan will move into Jordan Creek Town Center next year. Ali Phillips, a spokesperson for Jordan Creek owner Brookfield Properties, said the chain will occupy a space near the new Abercrombie & Fitch store in the east wing of the mall near Scheels, Phillips said. ...
Urbandale woman allegedly assaults boyfriend over cell phone
An Urbandale woman was arrested Monday afternoon after allegedly assaulting an Urbandale man in the home. Yamiah Shaquell Freemont, 19, of 4401 160th Circle, Urbandale, was charged with first-offense domestic abuse assault-bodily injury or mental illness. The incident began about 1:30 p.m. Monday in the 4400 block of 160th Circle,...
See What Archeologists in Iowa Unearthed After 13,600 Years
It's nice to see these coming out of the ground like this. Archaeologists in Iowa have made a significant discovery with the unearthing of a well-preserved mastodon skull, dating back approximately 13,600 years. This find, located in the southern part of the state, is Iowa’s first notable mastodon and includes several bones primarily from the skull. The timing of this mastodon’s life aligns with the era when the first humans were inhabiting the region. I wonder if this mastodon knew the Flintstones.
Awesome Craft/Makers Markets Happening in Eastern Iowa This Fall
Earlier this month, Midwest Living published a list of '10 Great Makers Markets to Visit This Fall.' We're happy to report that one Iowa market made the cut! It's called The Pear Fair, and it's held annually in Cedar Falls. The Pear Fair is a popular craft fair that showcases...
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