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Minnesota Trucking Company Hit with Massive Fine for Worker’s Death
St. Paul, MN (KROC-AM News)- State regulators have issued a massive fine against a Minnesota trucking company in connection to the death of a worker earlier this year. The Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry (DLI) announced the large penalty on Wednesday. Minnesota OSHA also issued 10 citations against the company in July.
Like Tim Walz, we were also wrongly accused of abusing our special needs son
The internet is currently in an uproar over accusations that Vice Presidential nominee Tim Walz supposedly abused Gus, his neurodivergent teen son, while onstage and on camera as his family joined him after his acceptance speech at the Democratic National Convention. Based only on a brief moment of Walz tugging on his son’s hand, commentators declared Walz an abuser with a secret rage problem. This misreading was so misguided even Snopes.com, a website devoted to fact-checking rumors, issued an unequivocal statement: “Online users wrongly claimed a video showed Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz physically abusing his son, Gus, at the 2024 Democratic National Convention.”
Political leaders weigh in on the housing market as we approach the election
ROCHESTER, Minn. - The housing market is a hotly contested issue in Rochester, but also in this year's presidential election. The Harris-Walz campaign says it is going to do something about it while Republicans say - why hasn't Harris done this in the last 3 and a half years. A...
Ribbon Cutting at Le Mars Daycare
A ribbon-cutting was held at the Crittenton Center in Le Mars. Crittenton VP Erica Fuentes and Le Mars Chamber of Commerce President Mike Wells cut the ribbon this morning. Crittenton has been operating the child development center since January. Earlier this year, operation of the center was boosted by a contribution from Wells Enterprises.
New Childcare Center Coming to Parkersburg
A new childcare center is coming to Parkersburg. The First Congregational Church of Parkersburg purchased the former Catholic Church at 704 Grant Street and is remodeling the building to open the Cornerstone Christian Childcare Center later this year. Dave Schneiderman is a Deacon at the First Congregational Church and tells...
KIWA Marketplace for Aug. 28
A white Kenmore dishwasher. Works ok, last used 8-22-24. Asking $35 obo 712-899-0183. 1984 Honda vf 700 Magna. New battery nice condition. 712-470-2452. A 20 gauge semi-automatic shotgun, or pump action. 712-899-0183. Two baggers for a mower. They should be plastic. 720-7397. 650, or 550 Demco gravity wagon. It should...
UI Achieves KultureCity Certification, Furthering Commitment to Inclusivity
IOWA CITY, Iowa — KultureCity, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting inclusivity and accessibility for individuals with sensory needs, proudly announces the achievement of the University of Iowa for its commitment to creating sensory-inclusive spaces. KultureCity’s flagship initiative, the Sensory Inclusive program, has been widely embraced by venues, stadiums, and cultural institutions across the nation and around the world. This groundbreaking program provides training and resources to staff, enabling them to better accommodate individuals with sensory sensitivities. As a result, countless families and individuals can now experience and enjoy live events, entertainment, and public spaces with greater comfort and ease. We are proud to announce that KultureCity has partnered with the University of Iowa to make Kinnick Stadium sensory inclusive.
Crews work to clean up chemicals spilled after semi rollover in southern Minnesota
ROCHESTER, Minn. — Emergency crews are working to clean up a chemical spill after a semi rolled over Wednesday evening in southern Minnesota. According to the Minnesota State Patrol, the semi rolled near Highway 52 and Interstate 90 in Rochester shortly after 7 p.m., spilling sodium chloride and hydrogen peroxide.
Brain & Courtlin Go Italian for September Listener Lunch
On Tuesday afternoon, Brain and I officially wrapped up Listener Lunch at Tiffy Jo's Diner & Energy Bar in Cedar Rapids. As sad as we are to leave their breakfast behind, we are excited to announce our September Listener Lunch destination... BIAGGI'S IN CEDAR RAPIDS!. Biaggi's is located at 320...
Where to Eat, Drink, and Watch the Hawks Saturday in Iowa City
Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City will once again be rocking on Saturday. Hawkeye football is finally here! While over 70,000 Iowa Hawkeye fans will crowd into Kinnick to watch their beloved Hawkeyes, thousands more will visit Iowa City on game day. Some will tailgate and hang outside the stadium. Others will visit bars and restaurants to enjoy a Saturday in Iowa City. The Iowa City Press-Citizen looked at some of the best spots for Hawkeye fans to visit on an Iowa game day.
Cedar Rapids food pantry serving thousands needs $50 thousand or faces imminent closure
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — Together We Achieve, a vital food pantry in Cedar Rapids, is on the brink of closure, potentially leaving thousands of residents without access to food. The pantry, which has distributed over 2 million pounds of food, needs to raise $50,000 by Aug. 31 to remain operational through the end of the year.
Accidents Near Melvin Involve Seven Vehicles
Melvin, Iowa — The Iowa State Patrol and the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office are investigating a multiple-vehicle accident, which happened a mile south and two west of Melvin on Wednesday morning just before 8:00 a.m. The incident actually involved at least two accidents. The initial accident involved three...
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