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Four vehicle accident reported in Grundy County
Yesterday about 4:15pm the Iowa State Patrol was called out on the report of a four vehicle accident in the westbound lane of Highway 175 one half mile east of Grundy Center. A Ford Edge driven by 45-year-old Amy Jo Morris of Grundy Center was traveling westbound on 175 when she approached a construction zone where several vehicles were stopped. A chain reaction crash then took place as Morris ran into the back of a Ford Edge driven by 62-year-old Katherine Dvorak of Voorhies.
Horse found 500 pounds underweight in Des Moines, owner charged with livestock neglect
DES MOINES, Iowa (KCRG) - A draft horse is still recovering after the Animal Rescue League of Iowa said someone called about a very thin horse pulling a carriage in downtown Des Moines. The Percheron Horse, named Bruce, was attached to a carriage on June 22 when officers with the...
80/35 asked us to try something new. Iowa music fans had a mixed response
The 80/35 music festival, held for years in downtown Des Moines, had a new location and different feel in 2024, but still had plenty to offer. And the music — and the people — were (still) amazing.
Innovation meets tradition: How a Story County hog farm bloomed into a mushroom business
Editor's Note: The documentary crew cited in this story would not let the Ames Tribune reveal what company they were with until the film is released. A former Story County hog farm is in the spotlight for an environmentally conscious transformation. ...
OL transfer Jalen Travis provides 'physical presence' up front for Iowa State
Veteran offensive lineman Jalen Travis was brought into the Iowa State program to add a completely different dynamic on the offensive line. And through the spring and summer months, the Cyclones are high on his ability to contribute right away. The 6-foot-7, 315-pound Princeton transfer tackle provides a combination of...
Newton radio man to report news and play-by-plays on KNIA/KRLS
Jul. 18—Randy Van Roekel, former news director of KCOB and the voice of the Newton Cardinals, is not only back on the air at a new radio station and reporting on the latest local news, but he is also getting a chance to bring back his signature play-by-play commentary of Newton sports via online streaming. Two months ago, Van Roekel and fellow local radio personalities Joe Swanson and Jamie ...
Protest over job cuts at Iowa Veterans Home in Marshalltown
MARSHALLTOWN, Iowa — The sense of community among veterans is standing strong in Marshalltown. On Wednesday the AFSCME Council 61 protested against staff cuts at the Iowa Veterans Home. The Iowa Department of Veterans Affairs says the elimination of 11 positions and hour reduction of four others beginning August 15th is being done to help […]
Tractor Ride Features Antic Machines
The 17th Annual North Iowa Tractor Ride kicked off Friday from Vinton, Iowa. 160 antic tractors will spend two days rolling through the countryside of Eastern Iowa, visiting Brandon, Quasqueton, Center Point, Mt. Auburn and LaPorte City. They are based at the Benton County Fairgrounds in Vinton. The group enjoyed...
Banned Player Wins Casino Jackpot, Gets Arrested
A banned Iowa player won a jackpot in a casino, despite being self-excluded. The man, who used a fake identity, was arrested, prompting an investigation into the matter. Matthew James Wessels, 43, was a self-excluded player who enrolled in the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission’s self-exclusion program in January last year. However, Wessels couldn’t resist the temptation and eventually visited Isle Hotel Casino in Waterloo, according to reports.
Cycling Iowa’s RAGBRAI 51st Season
Cycler's UP! This weekend RAGBRAI celebrates it's 51st season. The Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa is set to begin this weekend for a week-long hilly ride across the Hawkeye State. RAGBRAI celebrates 51 years as it makes its way across southern Iowa. WHAT CITIES WILL I SEE.
HB Concerts Pomenade Pavillion 100 Early Entry List Builds Excitement for JEGS Tour's Return to Toledo
The early entry list for the HB Concerts Pomenade Pavillion 100 at Toldeo Speedway on Friday, July 26th with the JEGS/CRA All-Stars Tour Presented by Chevrolet Performance features some of the top teams in the midwest, plus drivers who have waited 15 years for the chance to return to Toledo Speedway with their Pro Late Model program. After a mid-summer break, the JEGS Tour is gearing up for a big push into the run for a Championship at Winchester Speedway in October.
Three injured in Grundy County crash
GRUNDY CENTER, Iowa (KCRG) - Three people, including a teenager, were injured in a crash involving four vehicles near Grundy Center on Thursday afternoon. The Iowa State Patrol said it happened at around 4:15 p.m. at Highway 175, a half mile east of Grundy Center. According to a crash report,...
It was a full house at the recent Bite Sized Learning session!
It was a full house at the recent Bite Sized Learning session! We were joined by Drake University professor Chris Snider to learn about the current trends and updates to social media. From what the algorithms are prioritizing, how to create engaging content, and what channels are the most popular, we walked away with some new tips and tricks to us in our social marketing. Special thanks to Grinnell College Community Connections for sponsoring this event and Hy-Vee for providing the breakfast snacks. Save the date, out next event will be Thursday, September 12, topic TBA.
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