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A motorcyclist was flown by helicopter to a Rochester hospital after a crash Wednesday afternoon on Interstate 35 near Clarks Grove. Shawn David Rasmussen, 61, of Dodge Center, was reportedly riding a 2018 Harley FLHTK southbound on I-35 near milepost 19 at 4:34 p.m. when the motorcycle went into the median and crashed. He was […] The post Motorcyclist flown to Rochester hospital after crash on I-35 near Clarks Grove appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.

The University of Iowa is expecting another record-breaking year for its athletics department while Iowa State University Athletics is working to handle changes to expected revenues as a result of collegiate athletic conferences shifting, university budget documents show. With revenues slated to increase in football, women’s basketball, wrestling and volleyball, among other areas, the UI […]

Crawford County Memorial Hospital (CCMH) in Denison will be holding a groundbreaking ceremony for a major construction and remodeling project scheduled to take place on Aug. 9. The construction phase will be adding on a 14,000-square-foot addition to the medical clinic along the west side of the building to accommodate enhancement of provided medical services. The addition will build new office spaces for patient registration for the clinic and hospital to allow for more confidentiality of patient’s personal information. A 20,000-sf remodel portion of the project will be for a rehabilitation center, with all rehab services in one centralized place instead of throughout the hospital. Construction crews will conduct the plan in multiple phases to allow for continued healthcare services to the community with minimal disruptions. Beginning around Aug. 5, CCMH will be closing the west entrance to the CCMH Medical Clinic, meaning patients will need to use the north main hospital entrance until the completion of the addition. The parking lot to the west will no longer be utilized, and patients must park by the main hospital entrance. During the project’s duration, rehab services will temporarily be located at the CCMH Outpatient Hospital Services location, formerly the Luft building on Arrowhead Drive, except for Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab, which will remain in the Medical Unit at the hospital. CCMH President and CEO Erin Muck says the construction and remodeling project demonstrates CCMH’s commitment to providing exceptional healthcare. “Offering safe, high-quality patient care remains our top priority. We appreciate everyone’s patience and understanding during this period of improvement. To assist our patients and visitors during the remodeling process, we have implemented clear directional signage throughout the hospital. Additionally, our staff is always available to answer any questions and provide guidance.” The project is expected to begin around Aug. 12 after the groundbreaking ceremony. The total cost is expected to be around $25 million, with a USDA loan covering $22 million. The estimated completion date will be in the spring of 2027.

Tempers flared Wednesday when an 18-year-old Peoria man was sentenced to up to 20 years in prison for the fatal 2023 Davenport shooting of a Moline man. Our Quad Cities News crew was in the courtroom while Alex Markovich, who at first faced charges of first-degree murder and intimidation with a dangerous weapon – injure/provoke fear pleaded guilty to a lesser charge of voluntary manslaughter and intimidation with a dangerous weapon – injure/provoke fear.

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The anticipation is building as Clear Lake City Park prepares to host the much-awaited second edition of Bash at the Lake on August 9-10, 2024. This year, the festival is expanding to a two-day celebration, boasting an even more diverse lineup of artists and activities, ensuring that there’s something for every attendee to enjoy. The event will be hosted by Clear Lake native and local celebrity, Jacob Petersen, and his wife Julia, who bring their TikTok fame and 2.7 million followers to the live stage with their creative antics.

MASON CITY, Iowa – Someone was killed Wednesday evening when they were hit by an SUV in Cerro Gordo County. The Iowa State Patrol says Jade Danielle Quam, 17 of Mason City, was driving a 2004 GMC Envoy south on Plymouth Road when the SUV struck Jennifer Dawn Buls-Vrba, 42 of Mason City, in the 1500 block at around 6:12 pm.

Governor Kim Reynolds has issued an extension to the previously issued proclamations that allow state resources to be used to respond to and recover from severe weather. This also includes the targeted suspension of specific regulatory requirements in affected counties. The new proclamation runs from now until August 17th. The...

MASON CITY, Iowa – A man has been arrested for credit card fraud in North Iowa. Ethan Brian Woods, 24, was picked up on an outstanding warrant in Linn County and transported to the Cerro Gordo County Jail, where he is being held on $10,000 bond. Woods is charged...

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources Fire Program has dispatched wildland firefighters across the Rocky Mountains, West Coast and Pacific Northwest to help wildfire management efforts. What wildfires are Iowa DNR fire crews assigned to? ...

An Iowa company seeking regulatory approval to run a carbon dioxide pipeline through South Dakota and four other states said a delay in its plan to re-apply for a permit has nothing to do with a November vote on the project. After Summit Carbon Solutions gained approval from the Iowa...

DES MOINES, Iowa — We return to hotter weather as we inch closer to the weekend. We still have a thin layer of smoke from the fires burning in Canada. For now, the smoke hasn’t severely impacted our air quality. Most of us are under the moderate air quality for the time being. The smoke should thin out even more as we move into Friday.

Ever dreamed about being on Family Feud or Wheel of Future? Well now is your chance! Join us for the Annual Meeting: The Game Show!. The Annual Meeting recognizes individuals, businesses, and organizations for special achievements, including Distinguished Citizen, Business of the Year, and Boss of the Year. Tickets are...

As part of flood recovery efforts, some officials in northwest Iowa are exploring the idea of joining a Water Management Authority that oversees the Little Sioux River watershed. The Little Sioux Headwaters Coalition currently includes agencies in areas along the Iowa-Minnesota border. Clay County Supervisor Allen Batschelet said rather than...

An Associated Press analysis of county tax data across three states — Illinois, Iowa and Nebraska — found wind companies rank among the biggest taxpayers in many rural communities, with their total tax bills at times outstripping that of large farms, p...

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