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First Job: My first official job was working at a donut and ice cream store in Knoxville, IA. Awards/Recognitions: In the past I have received the following awards: The Stevinson Award presented by the Missouri Rehabilitation Association, Bulldog Forever Volunteer Award presented by Truman State University, Show-Me State Female Volunteer of the Year, Elks Officer of the Year, and Job Point Employee of the Year.
Topsoil displacement forgiven by Newton City Council
Jul. 26—Although substantial topsoil runoff from a field inside Newton city limits was believed to have caused a number of issues to nearby properties during the May floods, council members decided at their meeting on July 15 to not punish the property owners with a more than $400 nuisance abatement fee. It is not often the members of the Newton City Council review a specific item from the ...
Metro’s own legendary Olympic gymnastics coach inspires young athletes ahead of 2024 Paris games
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa — The country is flipping with excitement for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, but gymnasts at Chow’s Gymnastics and Dance in West Des Moines are particularly eager. Partially because the gym’s Olympic history serves as a reminder that they, too, can achieve their dreams. “For me, I just know that no […]
Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity helps make housing more affordable in Iowa City
IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) - The Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity has built over 30 homes in the neighborhood off Blazing Star Drive in Iowa City. On Saturday it broke ground on the next one, for a Habitat volunteer and his family of five. “It’s our chance now to own...
Kids pick up school supplies at ‘Back to School Bash’
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Kids got to get their hands on some school supplies at Bever Park Saturday as the Cedar Rapids Parks and Rec department’s 10th annual Back to School Bash. Kids could grab notebooks, crayons, pencil pouches and more. It was $5 to attend and while...
Center Point-Urbana school raises $155,000 to install new playground
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - The Center Point-Urbana school district raised over 150 thousand dollars to help build a playground at the district’s primary school. ”It’s really been a group community effort all the way,” said Heidi Goettsch, the school’s PTO president. The school’s parent teacher...
Crews called to overnight factory fire in Cedar Rapids
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — No one was hurt when fire broke out at an industrial facility in northeast Cedar Rapids early Saturday morning. Fire crews were called to the 900 block of Shaver Road NE around 1:00am. When they arrived they found the building was being evacuated while others were working to suppress the flames with extinguishers.
Luke Lachey's resiliency key in helping star tight end bounce-back in 2024
DES MOINES, Iowa-- Iowa tight end Luke Lachey had a massive decision to make following last season. Despite only playing in 2.5 games last season, Lachey was seen as an early draft pick due to his athleticism, size and overall upside. The talented 6-foot-6 playmaker told 247Sports that he felt like there was more to accomplish and that was why he opted to return.
Iowa Football 2024 Position Primer: Linebacker
With the college football season right around the corner, HawkeyeInsider will take an in-depth look at each position group for Iowa entering the 2024 season. Today, we will dive into the linebacker room. Here are our previous position breakdowns. Offseason recap. Iowa had about as good of an offseason as...
Conservation Field Day to Be Held Aug. 8 in Cedar Rapids
Crop farmers and anyone involved with on-farm conservation practices will get an in-person demonstration of some of the latest conservation efforts happening in Iowa during a special field day Aug. 8 being held in Cedar Rapids. Agronomists with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach are partnering with Cargill to hold...
Sigourney, Carly Goodwin upset Martensdale-St. Marys in Iowa softball state championship
FORT DODGE — Carly Goodwin finally got her Iowa high school softball state championship. In her final season at Sigourney, the Northern Iowa signee held strong against Martensdale-St. Marys – who boasted a solid pitcher of its own – and brought home that coveted title trophy. ...
Two former Falcons looking forward to competing in track & field in SEC
Earlier this year, two Aplington-Parkersburg alumni announced they’ll transfer to finish their collegiate track & field careers. Sophia Jungling will transfer from Northern Iowa to LSU. Megan Johnson will transfer from Central College to Oklahoma. Both graduated from Aplington-Parkersburg in 2020. Johnson is coming off a senior season with...
Gray’s Pet Supply Opens In Washington
The grand opening of Gray’s Pet Supply, located at 208 S Marion Ave, Washington, was held on July 23rd. Owned by Whitney Gray, who has a long history of serving the community through her home business, Gray Canine Rescue and Rehab, this new downtown location will now offer a variety of pet supplies. They will be offering continuous silent auctions for pet supplies. Every week, patrons can bid on items, and 50% of the proceeds will be donated to local nonprofits. This week’s auction closes on today, and the funds will go to support Paws & More Animal Shelter in Washington.
Meet Kyle Grable: University of Iowa’s Newest Assistant Gymnastics Coach with Exceptional Coaching Background
Kyle Grable has joined the University of Iowa gymnastics team as an assistant coach, bringing 17 years of coaching experience, including a successful stint at UCLA where he was recognized for his coaching achievements. Grable coached the UCLA vault squad to a 49.312 season average in 2024. Under his coaching,...
Investigation Underway After Dog Bite in Iowa City
(Iowa City, IA) -- An investigation is underway after a dog bite Thursday in Iowa City. The Iowa City Animal Services is investigating a dog bite that was reported around 2:20 Thursday afternoon. The dog is being described as a medium-sized pitbull mix. Investigators are trying to determine the dog's rabies vaccine status.
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