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No phones, no exceptions: Des Moines school first with outright ban
DES MOINES, Iowa — The words are heavy. “It’s just been really hard. It’s hard for the kids…” The language belies the setting. “Just over time we’ve seen our students just disconnecting more and more…” What’s going on over at Bergman Academy? “It’s a withdrawal of anything that you are used to using — there’s […]
Lazer Focused On New PD
• Ever interviewed an artist you’ve had to bleep on-air? Have you done stage announcements for thousands of crowed-out fans? Do you have major daypart on-air experience AND programming knowledge?. If so, Saga’s Des Moines Media Group wants YOU to be the next leader at THE BEST ROCK STATION...
Regional Sports (7/18): Drake's Claypool named preseason All-American by FCS Football Central
(KMAland) -- Regional college sports news updates are posted throughout the day. Continue to refresh for all of the latest from regional schools listed below. -Volleyball earns AVCA Team Academic Award: https://cyclones.com/news/2024/7/18/volleyball-earns-avca-team-academic-award.aspx. Iowa. -Paula Miranda qualifies for U.S. Women's Amateur: https://hawkeyesports.com/news/2024/07/18/miranda-qualifies-for-124th-u-s-womens-amateur/. -Swimming & diving announces schedule: https://hawkeyesports.com/news/2024/07/18/hawkeyes-announce-2024-25-schedule/. -Volleyball earns team...
‘I left my cart,’ says Walmart shopper as they ditched $50 of groceries after being forced to use self-checkout
A WALMART shopper couldn’t hide her frustration as she abandoned her cart while waiting in line. The furious customer walked out after reportedly being told she had no option to use the self-checkout. Sharon Ackerman was apoplectic with rage following a trip to a store in Dubuque, Iowa –...
John Deere Announces New Layoffs: Iowa Employees Brace for Impact
One of the biggest employers in the Midwest announced yet another round of layoffs. John Deere is a huge player in the agricultural industry and has multiple facilities and factories spread out across the country, several of them being in Iowa. The company's headquarters is in Moline, Illinois; and has...
Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin Residents Should Brace for More of These Menaces
The excessive rainfall, abundance of severe thunderstorms, and increased tornadic activity has made this summer one to remember for Tri-Staters. The weather has been as inconsistent as it's been wet, and with that comes an influx of creatures most of us vehemently despise. With all the rain, flooding, and humidity...
Iowa agencies other local services impacted by global internet outage, not a cyberattack
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds said some state government systems and employee devices have been impacted by the global outage Friday morning. Reynolds’ office said an automatic software update from CrowdStrike, which the state uses for malware and virus protection, is behind the outage. The...
Popular History Channel Show is Filming in Minnesota this Fall
It's always really exciting when shows or movies decide to film in Minnesota. Even if we can't be involved at all, we're still proud that our state was chosen! But this particular show that will be filming here DOES want our participation. It's a big show from the History Channel...
Rising Star: 8th Grade Northwest Softball Pitcher Sophia Schlader
The Waukee Northwest High School softball team is heading into the state tournament led by a star pitcher — who just finished eighth grade. Sophia Schlader showcases exceptional talent beyond her years. Despite her young age, Sophia has already made a significant impact on the field. She currently leads...
Iowa families see positive impact from growing number of sensory-friendly events
DES MOINES, Iowa — There are more sensory-friendly events available in central Iowa. Some Des Moines pools have a sensory-friendly hour on Sundays, and it's coming up at the Iowa State Fair. There's a sensory-friendly day. More organizations and businesses are offering options. Life can be overwhelming sometimes. For...
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