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Iowa high school softball state tournament 2024: See IGHSAU brackets for all five classes
The Iowa high school softball season is winding down, which means the IGHSAU softball state tournament is set to begin. Play for all five classes will run from July 22-26 in Fort Dodge. Listed below are the dates and matchups for each class:. Class 5A. 10 a.m. CT — No....
Storm Across Iowa Leaves Hundreds of Thousands Without Power [VIDEO]
Iowa was greeted by an extreme storm yesterday that produced 90+ mph wind gusts, hail, tornados, tree damage, and power outages. The storm traveled east from Iowa to Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana, as 3 other states suffered the same wrath as we did in Iowa. Check out this graphic showing how much area this storm covered.
Deadly Derecho Carves 500-Mile Path Of Destruction Across Midwest
A deadly derecho swept across the Midwest on Monday (July 15), leaving a path of destruction nearly 500 miles long from Iowa to Indiana. The storm brought hurricane-force winds and tornadoes, uprooting trees, snapping utility poles, and ripping roofs from buildings. The Chicago area was particularly hard hit, with hundreds of thousands of residents left without power.
Woman arrested after leaving son in SUV
SANBORN—A 28-year-old Melvin woman was arrested about 6 p.m. Thursday, July 11, on charges of reckless driving and child endangerment. The arrest of Felicia Renee Morales stemmed from an incident that day on Highway 18 near Starling Avenue, about three miles east of Sanborn, according to the O’Brien County Sheriff’s Office.
July Investor’s Corner – Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
For more than 85 years, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) has provided peace of mind by focusing on the health needs of Nebraskans. As part of a nationwide association, Blue Cross and Blue Shield represents the nation’s largest and most experienced health care benefit companies. BCBSNE’s...
Hawarden Man Airlifted After Monday Crash
Rock Valley, Iowa – A Hawarden man was flown to a Sioux Falls hospital following a single-vehicle crash about 8 miles south of Rock Valley Monday afternoon (July 15th). According to the Iowa State Patrol, the mishap occurred about 1:45 Monday afternoon at the corner of Eagle Avenue and 390th Street. Troopers say 76-year-old Charles McMillan of Hawarden was westbound on 390th Street in a 2013 Ford pickup, when he crossed the center line and entered the south ditch, striking a field drive.
Sheffield to move forward with removing dozens of trees
Last week the Sheffield City Council approved to take sealed bids on the public works 2006 Ford F=250 pickup truck with a tommy lift gate. The starting bid will be 6-thousand dollars, with the bids due at city hall by 4:30pm on August 9th. In other business, the Sheffield City...
The Milford Park Board has a plan to enhance all city parks
Milford, IA (KICD) — The Milford Park Board has a plan to enhance all city parks. Mayor Steve Anderson says they’ll start with a four-phase update of Florence Park near the High School. As for longer-term plans …. Florence Park already got a bump in activity when...
Fullerton man dies in Boone County motorcycle crash
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - A Fullerton man was killed in a motorcycle crash in Boone County on Monday. According to the Boone County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to the crash on Highway 52, north of the village of Primrose, on Monday just after 5 p.m. The sheriff’s office reported...
Complaints of Dangerous Driving Result in Arrest on State Road 129
(Ripley County, IN) – Complaints from residents about reckless driving led to the arrest of a Madison man in Ripley County on Friday morning. Indiana State Police Master Trooper Ben Bastin was patrolling State Road 129 between Cross Plains and Versailles after the agency received multiple complaints about someone repeatedly driving dangerously in the early morning hours.
Buena Vista STUNT Lands Seven on CSCA Honor Roll
STORM LAKE, Iowa (July 16, 2024) - The Buena Vista University STUNT team was recognized with seven individuals being named to the College STUNT Coaches Association (CSCA) 2024 Honor Roll which was announced earlier this month. To be eligible, individuals must have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher and...
Public Hearings Set for Two Storm Lake Animal Control Revisions; More Changes to be Made on Cats Ordinance
The Storm Lake City Council on Monday set public hearings for two of three sections of the city code about animal control, and further adjustments will be made on the third section. Public hearings will be held on August 5th for sections regarding dangerous and vicious animals, and also for...
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