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Grassley: Changing candidates doesn't fool anyone
(The Center Square) – U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley led a chorus of Iowa leaders saying President Joe Biden's decision to exit the presidential race doesn't change anything. "The American (people) are sick and tired of the Biden-Harris open border policies plus high cost of living crushing family budgets. A change in candidate doesn’t fool anyone," Grassley said in a social media post. "Changing horses midstream isn't going to stop the bad policies + reckless agenda at the top of the Democrat ticket." ...
Terence Crawford is ready to make history, conquer the world
Terence Crawford's weekend consisted of playing as an active participant at a WWE show on Friday by delivering a steel chair assist and knockout right hand. On Saturday, “Bud” was headlining a hometown sendoff in Omaha, Nebraska as he continues preparation for his junior middleweight debut against Israil Madrimov on Aug. 3 at the BMO Stadium in Los Angeles.
RAGBRAI LI begins in southwest Iowa in pleasant summer conditions
GLENWOOD, Iowa — The Register's Annual Great Bike Ride Across Iowa is now underway, as the 51st installment began in Glenwood along the Missouri River Sunday morning. The 7-day RAGBRAI will take riders on a southerly route across Iowa, making overnight stops in Red Oak, Atlantic, Winterset, Knoxville, Ottumwa, and Mt. Pleasant before arriving in Burlington Saturday to dip their tires in the Mississippi River.
Iowa State Fair Saying Goodbye to Popular Fair Stand
Iowa has one of the best state fairs in the country as thousands of people from around the state plan a state fair trip. Some people plan to enjoy the fair for an afternoon and others plan to enjoy the fair for multiple days in a row. This year there will be over 80 new foods for you to try at the fair so be sure to show up hungry and ready to try as many different foods as possible.
Interim Chancellor Davies holds first campus forum
In his first all-campus forum, UNMC Interim Chancellor Dele Davies, MD, outlined his goals and vision for UNMC’s future, including his commitment to continue the med center’s momentum. “When (NU) President (Jeffrey P.) Gold asked me to look at the opportunity to become interim chancellor, the first question...
Register for non-credit, professional development options
The University of Nebraska System has partnered with Google to make nine career certificates accessible to Nebraskans statewide. NU is delivering Google’s industry-validated content, with live support and in coordination with local partners, via NU Advance, the NU System’s home for industry-aligned non-credit offerings. The Google programs –...
Retirement tea for Karen Stoysich set for Thursday
A retirement tea will be held for Karen Stoysich, administrative/finance associate in the UNMC Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, who is retiring from UNMC after more than 40 years of service. The reception is scheduled for Thursday, July 25, from 2-4 p.m. at the Wigton Heritage Center atrium. Remarks will...
Patriotism Shown by Travel Baseball Team at USSSA State Tournament
OMAHA, Neb. — It's a story about eleven year old boys who not only love baseball, but America. The Saint Columbkille Crusaders dedicated this weekend's USSSA State Tournament to the military soldiers and veterans they love. On the top of their list, is two of the players' fathers, who...
Dr. Dana Radatz Receives Grant from Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council
Dr. Dana L. Radatz, associate professor of criminology and criminal justice at Niagara University, was awarded a Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council Connection Grant for the project "Understanding, defining, and assessing coercive control to prevent IPV: Outreach to identify knowledge gaps and research needs.”. With her colleagues, Dr. N....
Gutschewski brothers prepare to make Pinnacle Bank Championship debut
OMAHA, Neb. — Luke and Trevor Gutschewski are ready to follow in their father's footsteps and make their Korn Ferry Tour debut together at the Pinnacle Bank Championship. "Ever since we were six, seven, eight years old, we play everything together," said Luke. "It'll be awesome. I couldn't think of a better place to do it."
Week of July 22nd Local Bandwidth Bands Live
Check out these Local Bandwidth bands live this week. Gravestone at Bourbon Theatre opening for Texas Hippie Coalition. Till Hell at Bourbon Theatre opening for Texas Hippie Coalition. Red Cities at Zoo Bar. Trillion Ton Beryllium Ships at Zoo Bar. Public Figure in Council Bluffs. Alyeska in Council Bluffs. Twisted...
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