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Freight House Farmers Market moving this weekend
The Freight House Farmers Market is moving the show a few more blocks away from the riverfront this weekend. The Mississippi River’s rising levels are forcing vendors, food trucks and entertainment to move to the Scott County Administration Building parking lot, 600 W. Fourth Street in Davenport, for the Saturday, July 6 and Sunday, July […]
Iowa town 'pinkified' as Barbie fans show up to celebrate
JEFFERSON, Iowa — Barbie fans from around the world made Jefferson, Iowa, their top destination over June. Nearly 2,000 people from 34 states and six countries checked out "Barbie By the Bells" at Jefferson Square and the Greene County Historical Society before the exhibit closed on July 1. KCCI...
Belle Plaine car show sees success in new location
BELLE PLAINE, Iowa (KCRG) - One of the biggest 4th of July events in Belle Plaine is parked in a new location. The Belle Plaine Car show is at Franklin Park instead of downtown this year. Some 80 car lovers are showing off their vehicles everything from classic roadsters to modern sports cars. There are a couple of motorcycles on display as well.
Iowa floods: Severe flooding destroys homes in Spencer, hundreds displaced
SPENCER, Iowa — The recovery process is under way in Spencer, a week and a half after the Little Sioux Riverflooded much of the town of about 11,000 in northwest Iowa. Mountains of debris have been dumped at the site next to the Clay County Fairgrounds. The ruined possessions piled high are a small illustration of what was lost.
Cal Softball Program Elevates Brandon Telesco as Associate Head Coach – Offensive Improvements Highlight Coaching Achievements
Brandon Telesco has been promoted to associate head coach of the Cal softball program, following a successful first season leading the team's offense and recruiting efforts. Cal Softball led the Pac-12 in home runs with 79, ranking 12th in the NCAA. Under Telesco, players like Elon Butler and Lagi Quiroga...
Latest updates on flooding in Spencer…
Spencer Hospital continues to maintain services for patients and emergencies. The hospital can be reached for non-emergency medical related questions at 712-240-3513 or 712-240-3503 from 7 am to 7 pm. Emergency Clinics Open in Response to Flood Disaster at Spencer Hospital. Spencer, IA – Spencer Hospital has a walk-in clinic...
Inwood's manna market provides more than food
In downtown Inwood, Manna Market Food & More Pantry strives to live up to the “& more” part of its name. It’s why co-director Jenn Jenson said the pantry includes items beyond food staples. Shelves are lined with linens, kitchenware, clothes, shoes, books and toiletries. People can...
Immigrant supporters march in IC to protest new law
About 100 people marched through Iowa City Monday night to demonstrate against government support of Iowa’s new “illegal reentry” law. Reverend Guillermo Trevino of West Liberty, born in Texas to two Mexican immigrant parents, told the Press Citizen at the rally “If the law is enacted, it would separate families and put children at risk of losing the emotional and financial support they need to survive.”
Hawkeyes set to represent UI, countries in upcoming Summer Olympics
Although Paris, France, sits worlds away from Iowa City, Iowa, a handful of Hawkeyes will represent the Black and Gold there in the upcoming Summer Olympics from July 26 to Aug. 11. Leading the pack is one of the most decorated Iowa athletes of all time in Spencer Lee, a...
Police respond to possible drive-by shooting in Clear Lake on June 27th
CLEAR LAKE, Iowa - A suspect is being sought in connection with a drive-by shooting in Clear Lake. According to a news release by the Clear Lake Police Department, the incident happened just before midnight on June 27th in the 500 block of North Shore Drive. Officers found evidence multiple...
From Territory To State: Iowa’s Journey To Statehood On July 4th
As big days go, July 4th is one of the big dogs. It's America's birthday. July 4th is not just a big day for America. It's also part of Iowa history. We learned from Iowa PBS that early in its journey, the U.S. Congress set up a roadmap for western lands to become states, remembering how the American colonists weren't exactly fans of British rule (cue the Revolutionary fireworks). One of their star acts was the Northwest Ordinance of 1787. It gave a how-to guide for places like Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, and Wisconsin to join the statehood club.
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